Join us for the Grand Opening of the Mercado!
Published on April 04, 2025
The City of Clearwater, in collaboration with Unimex, invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of The Mercado, a newly built community gathering space at 1384 Gulf to Bay Blvd. from 2 to 6 p.m. Attendees can enjoy a day filled with performances, cultural displays, food, and activities.
The event schedule includes:
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2-2:30 p.m. – DJ set and live streaming by the Master of Ceremony
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2:30-3 p.m. – Event ceremony featuring Clearwater City Council and City Management, along with the presentation of the mosaic mural and artist
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3-3:30 p.m. – Mahetzi performances
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3:30-4 p.m. – Chipitin crowd activities and games
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4:30-5 p.m. – Performance by solo singer Joseph
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5-5:30 p.m. – Additional Mahetzi performances
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5:30-6 p.m. – DJ dance floor
The Mercado mural was created by Ecuadorian-born and New York-based artist Cristina Salas, who was selected through a competitive process. Known for her intricate mosaic murals and dynamic fiber art, Salas brings a distinctive touch to this project, celebrating the Hispanic culture of the Downtown Gateway neighborhood. Her work has been featured in international exhibitions, residencies, and commissioned projects in locations such as New York City, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Ecuador.
Follow Cristina Salas to see more of her stunning art and stay updated on her journey:
On-street parking is available south of Cleveland Street on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard.
Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 1384 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33755