A popular Southwest Florida tradition continues, as The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club will host its annual “SummerJazz on the Gulf” concert series for the 33rd consecutive year.
The fun, free concert series combines a diverse array of musical entertainment with truly beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico, gorgeous sunsets, refreshing breezes, and a relaxing atmosphere. Each concert is held on the AAA Four-Diamond beachfront resort’s picturesque Watkins Lawn overlooking the Gulf.
“SummerJazz on the Gulf” will take place one Saturday evening per month, June-September, and each concert will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. This year’s concerts will be on Saturday, June 23; Saturday, July 14; Saturday, Aug. 18; and Saturday, Sept. 15.
According to Susan Savino, director of Conference Services at The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club and organizer of the annual concert series, the 2018 “SummerJazz on the Gulf” line-up is:
Show Biz Kids, June 23;
Late Night Brass, July 14;
TBone Hamilton’s Big Easy Revue, Aug. 18, and
Pocket Change, Sept. 15.
“We are kicking off this year’s SummerJazz concert series with a new addition to our lineup, the award-winning Show Biz Kids, which is an outstanding 12-piece Steely Dan tribute band,” Savino said. “That will be followed by the always-popular Late Night Brass, returning to SummerJazz for the 10th consecutive year, for our July concert. In August, the very fun New Orleans-style TBone Hamilton’s Big Easy Revue will perform, and then the crowd favorite Pocket Change will headline this season’s final concert in September. It promises to be a wonderful concert series.”
Hotel guests will receive complimentary parking at the resort. For those not staying at the resort there will be parking just north of the hotel at Lowdermilk Park, with free parking provided to those with a Naples beach sticker, and free trolley service to the resort and back. Guests may bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating, however no outside food and beverage is allowed. Call 239-261-2222 for additional information and directions.
Those interested in staying at the resort during “SummerJazz on the Gulf” weekends can contact the resort’s reservations department for best available rates and packages by calling 800-237-7600 or 239- 261-2222, or online at NaplesBeachHotel.com. Sponsorships are available. For information, contact Susan Savino at 239-435-4362.
Guests attending “SummerJazz on the Gulf” should consider dining at the resort’s signature restaurant H.B.’s on the Gulf. Offering indoor dining with magnificent views of the Gulf and sunsets, as well as an outdoor patio overlooking the white-sand beach and sparkling water, HB’s on the Gulf specializes in fresh regional seafood, great steaks, and American cuisine.
Concertgoers also can enjoy a specialty drink at the resort’s popular The Sunset Beach Bar & Grill, recognized as one of the best places to view a Southwest Florida sunset. In addition, all concerts feature full bar service in several locations and a food concession with a selection of snack items and freshly grilled burgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken sandwiches.
Rich in family hospitality and tradition, The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club has resided on the Southwest coast in Naples since 1946.
Not resting on its many laurels, the 125-acre resort has completed more than $50 million in impressive renovations and enhancements over the past few years, which included the dramatic renovation of its championship golf course by golf icon Jack Nicklaus and noted course architect John Sanford, which was completed in November 2016.
Prior to that, the resort installed beautiful glass balconies in its main Tower Building in November 2015 to showcase its exceptional Gulf views.
Offering an incredible setting on the pristine white-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, the resort features 34,000 square feet of meeting space plus many picturesque Gulf-side outdoor event venues. Additional offerings at the 319-room resort include a world-class spa, an award-winning tennis center, an array of dining options, a beautiful beachfront pool complex with two pools, multiple bars, retail shops, and beach rentals.
In addition, guests always benefit from no resort fees, complimentary self-parking and valet parking, and complimentary access to the resort’s fitness center.
The Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club is located at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. North in Naples. For additional information, call 800-237-7600 or 239- 261-2222, and visit NaplesBeachHotel.com.
