{"id":69866,"date":"2026-06-09T15:23:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T19:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=69866"},"modified":"2026-06-09T15:23:34","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T19:23:34","slug":"velvet-swan-celebrates-soft-opening-june-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/06\/09\/velvet-swan-celebrates-soft-opening-june-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Velvet Swan Celebrates Soft Opening June 10"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is exciting news for the downtown social scene!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Velvet Swan<\/strong> is opening at <strong>125 S. Kentucky Ave.<\/strong>, taking over the 2,200-square-foot space where Dissent Brewing used to be. Owners Jeremiah and Tabitha Joaquim have designed it specifically to bring a highly sophisticated, upscale spirits and cocktail lounge to the heart of the Munn Park Historic District.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"171b0c\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #171b0c;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"312\" height=\"461\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-09T151628.072-1.webp?resize=312%2C461&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69870 not-transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-09T151628.072-1.webp?w=312&amp;ssl=1 312w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-09T151628.072-1.webp?resize=203%2C300&amp;ssl=1 203w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are planning to check out the soft opening tomorrow, here is a quick look at what to expect from Downtown Lakeland&#8217;s newest addition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Vibe:<\/strong> A refined, lounge-style atmosphere with an open floor plan and a central bar built around fostering conversation and social connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Menu:<\/strong> Operating under a full 4COP license, they will be serving high-end curated cocktails, fine wine, and premium spirits. <em>Note: They will not have an initial food menu or TVs, keeping the focus entirely on the lounge experience.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Entertainment:<\/strong> Expect low-key, culturally refined entertainment like solo live musicians, soft DJ sets, and classic tabletop games like chess and checkers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Hours &amp; Rules:<\/strong> The lounge is strictly for patrons <strong>21 and older<\/strong> and is permitted to stay open until 2:00 AM, with dedicated security at the front door on weekend nights to keep things smooth and safe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It sounds like a perfect addition for anyone looking for a sleek, mature spot to grab a proper drink downtown!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>That is exciting news for the downtown social scene! 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