Melanin Lit'Nic: Nostalgia Garden

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Remember the feeling?

Music floating through the air before you even made it outside. Aunties laughing from across the yard. The smell of good food. Playing cards on picnic blankets. Classic R&B playing while everyone caught up on life. The feeling that, for a few hours, nothing else mattered.

Melanin Lit'Nic: Nostalgia Garden Party is a love letter to Black nostalgia—reimagined in a beautiful private garden.

Surrounded by towering trees and lush greenery, we'll gather for an evening inspired by timeless Black cookout culture with a soft, elevated twist. Expect classic R&B slow jams, soul, neo-soul, and throwback favorites spinning throughout the evening, cozy picnic vibes, meaningful conversation, games, and plenty of opportunities to laugh, connect, and make new memories.

Our theme, Black Nostalgia (Shades of Brown NOT Mandatory), invites you to dress to impress in beautiful earth tones, or culturally inspired old school attire. Can't decide what Era to dress up as? Come as your best dressed self!

Your ticket includes access to:

• A private garden experience
• Curated music celebrating Black nostalgia and classic R&B
• Lawn games and community activities
• Spades & Dominos
• Beautiful picnic scenery and photo opps
• Plenty of Opportunities to meet new people and build community
• A peaceful atmosphere designed for genuine connection
• Live Performances
• Exclusive access to private on-site parking
• Complimentary giveaways 
• Lit'Nic Cocktail Bar
• Community Shot O'Clock (Tequila or Whiskey)

VIP includes reserved table seating that is front row to the entertainment and stage. Includes champagne, shots & refreshments.

Important Arrival Information

To preserve the intimacy of the experience, all parking will be inside the gated property.

The location LETTUCE LOVE RANCH is a private garden on 3 acres of land located on the westside of Jacksonville near NAS JAX. Address will be emailed to ticket holders for exclusivity. 

Whether you come with friends, your partner, or decide to join us solo, you'll be welcomed into an atmosphere where Black joy, nostalgia, and community take center stage.

Come ready to slow down, sing along, reconnect, and create the kind of memories that feel like home.

We can't wait to share the garden with you.

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25+ COED EVENT

***THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR THIS EVENT UNLESS CANCELED. IF THE EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER, THE EVENT WOULD BE POSTPONED FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT AND CREDITS WOULD BE ISSUED.***