A look inside: Retro nightclub, restaurant Good Night John Boy coming to Delray Beacg
Good Night John Boy, a new retro-themed nightclub in downtown Delray Beach, is bringing disco fever to 33 SE Third Avenue — no DeLorean required. Decked out with mirror balls, light-up dance floors, and full-on vintage vibes, the spot opens with a soft launch May 9-10 and a full grand opening the following weekend.
Named after the iconic sign-off from The Waltons, the club is the latest concept from Forward Hospitality Group founder Michael Schwartz, known for his immersive nightlife experiences.
Whether you lived it or just love the style, it's time to dust off your bell bottoms and party like it's 1979.
Where: 33 SE Third Ave., Delray Beach
Opening: soft opening May 9-10, full opening May 16
Information: goodnightjb.com/delraybeach
Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@gannett.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today
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