Get ready to boot-scoot and revel at the waterfront, folks. West Palm Beach is amping up its iconic Clematis by Night with a SunFest pre-celebration that's gonna rock Clematis Street. The City of West Palm Beach has announced that its award-winning Thursday night series will be a part of a special kickoff for SunFest, and you're all invited. Mark your calendars for April 11 from 6 to 9 p.m., when country star David Michael & The Tequila Cowboys will take the stage, and the Great Lawn at Waterfront Commons will pulse with energy.

The event, a local staple for nearly three decades, is shaking things up with live music, on-site food and drink vendors, and the chance to win tickets to SunFest. According to the press release, expect a night of “heart-warming and funny song lyrics,” that will have everyone from youngsters to the young at heart tapping their boots. While David Michael may hail from Georgia, his roots in Greenacres make this performance a sort of homecoming.

For those who thrive on trivia and surprises, you won't be disappointed this Thursday. SunFest volunteers will be recognized in a private ceremony, and there'll be SunFest trivia games offering a chance to snag some festival tickets. This sneak peek into SunFest, scheduled to sizzle the West Palm Beach Intracoastal from May 3 to 5, with over 45 acts, is like the pre-game show you won't want to miss.

Admission is gratis, and the City encourages guests to make themselves comfortable, "bring a chair or blanket." Street parking is available, with the Banyan Boulevard and Evernia Street public garages recommended by the city officials. While the event is pet-friendly, your fur babies must be on short leashes. This is not only an evening of entertainment but a family-friendly outing in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach.

For more information, including details on Clematis by Night and other city events, or to catch a glimpse of the action, the city provides a plethora of resources. You can call (561) 822-1515 or follow the City of West Palm Beach on social platforms like Facebook and Instagram. And, for those who live to document it all, you'll have ample opportunities for photos and videos at the event to add to your collection of unforgettable nights out in the vibrant scene of West Palm Beach.