Shad Deso
Lo cation: Mamaroneck Ave. (between E. Post Rd. and Maple Ave.)
THE EXPERIENCE BAND AND SHOW led by the visionary TromboneKing\, a night of phenomenal funk\, Go-go\, and plenty m ore from a band dubbed “The People’s Band” out of the Washington DC area. < /p>
SHAD DESO is a genre breaking\, fierce guitarist and multi-instrumentalist\, from SUNY Purchase’s Music Conservatory.
Rock the Block is back for its third year! Join us every third Wednesday from May through August for an evening of live music\, outdoor dining\, and family-friendly fu n in the heart of downtown White Plains.
L ast summer\, Rock the Block brought thousands of residents and visitors to Mamaroneck Avenue for four nights of great food\, live music\, and an unfor gettable downtown atmosphere. With restaurants expanding into the street\, families enjoying games and activities\, and the avenue filled with energy\ , Rock the Block quickly became one of White Plains’ favorite summer tradit ions.
For these special nights\, M amaroneck Avenue will be closed to cars\, transforming it into Whi te Plains’ premier “Str”eat”ery with expanded outdoor dining\, entertainmen t\, games\, and more!
Best of all\ , this event is FREE to attend.
What to Expect
Enjoy a f un and lively evening featuring:
- Expa nded outdoor dining along Mamaroneck Avenue
- Live music performances
- Mini golf and lawn games (including cornhole)
- A family-fri endly atmosphere for all ages
FAQs
- Is Rock The Block Free?
Yes\, Rock The Block is free to attend. However\, we recommend making reservations fo r outdoor seating with the desired restaurant. - Is this even
t family-friendly?
Yes\, this event is perfect for families! Enjoy a variety of free games\, activities and ArtsMobile suitable for peop le of all ages. - What time will there be live music?
Live music will be from 5:30pm – 8:30pm - Will there b
e food available?
Alongside the restaurants offering outdoor café seating\, the following establishments will extend their seating onto Mamaroneck Avenue:
– Brazen Fox
– Cantina
– Freebird
– Hudson Grille
– Lazy Boy Saloon
– Lilly’s
– Ron Blacks
– Sundance Kitchen - Smoking Policy
While the e vent takes place on a public street\, it is considered a private event. Smo king\, including vaping\, cigarettes\, and marijuana\, is only permitted in designated smoking areas outside of the street closure. Thanks! Can I bring my own Alcohol?
No. Outside alcoholic bever ages are not allowed. Please note that alcoholic drinks are exclusively ava ilable for purchase from the restaurants on-site. Bags are subject to searc h.- Pet Policy
Dogs are welcome in the event s pace. However\, please note that individual restaurants have their own poli cies regarding pets at their dining locations. - Is there par
king available near the event venue?
Absolutely! There is ple nty of parking throughout White Plains. For more information and to make pa rking hassle-free\, download the ParkWhitePlains app. - Is th
e event wheelchair and ADA-accessible?
Yes\, the venue is ful ly navigable for people with mobility disabilities. - In Case
of Rain
This event is subject to weather conditions. In the event of rain\, alternative dates may be scheduled\, please check our socia l media pages.
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