The City of Boca Raton will host a “Community Celebration” on Wednesday, April 12 at Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, to recognize the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Men’s Basketball team for their run in the NCAA Tournament. As recognition for their Final Four appearance that brought students, alumni and the entire Boca Raton community together, the team will be awarded with the Key to the City, a rare honor given to individuals who have had a profound impact on the community.
- 5:00PM - Doors open (free and open to the public)
- Food trucks
- Games
- Cash bars for those 21 yrs & older
- Photo opps
- Music by DJs Supreme1 and Ryan Pehr
- FAU Pep Band
- FAU Spirit Team
- Owlsey & Hoot mascots
- and more!
- 6:00PM - Formal presentation of the Key to the City and recognition of the team
- Event continues until 7:30PM
- Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and picnic blankets. Rental chairs will be available for $5 each.
- Outside food, beverage, and pets are not permitted.
“We are so proud of what the men’s basketball team has accomplished throughout their exceptional season,” said Mayor Scott Singer. “We look forward to celebrating them for not only their amazing Final Four run in the NCAA Tournament, but for bringing the Boca Raton community together and instilling an overwhelming sense of pride throughout the City.”
“We are incredibly proud of the men’s basketball team’s success, which inspired a renewed sense of FAU spirit in the community,” said FAU President Stacy Volnick. “We look forward to commemorating their historic season at the City of Boca Raton’s Community Celebration event.”
