South Congress Hotel will host their monthly First Thursday party. The evening will feature property-wide drink specials, live music, and an ice cream showdown. Guests can taste ice cream from five different contestants, then cast their vote at their favorite chef's table. Winners will be announced during the event.

Ice Cream Showdown contestants:

• Derrick Flynn, Swift’s Attic
• Kendall Melton, Contigo
• Ariana Quant, Uchiko
• Amanda Rockman, South Congress Hotel
• Juliann Stoddart, Parkside

First Thursday activities:

• Performance by Mama K & The Shades
• Dance jams by DJ uLOVEi
• DJ Dan Gentile (Flying Turns) in the Lobby Bar
• NLand Surf Park photo booth
• Drink specials, free valet parking, and free entry