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Special Events

Pictured: Concert at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

Jacksonville is home to a variety of special events held annually from art, music, food festivals to weekly farmers markets. Jacksonville always has great events to enjoy and give visitors a taste of the local flavor. Read More

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Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

Veterans Memorial Arena is home to concerts and major sporting events

This state of the art facility plays host to the majority of Jacksonville major events. With 16,000 seats it's the perfect place to take in a big name concert or a Sharks arena football game. Read More

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Jacksonville Jazz Festival

The Jazz Festival is held each Memorial Day weekend.

The free event located in the heart of Downtown features a street party atmosphere and four stages scattered in the city’s downtown corridor. Enjoy internationally acclaimed jazz performers Natalie Cole and Herbie Hancock, as well as the region’s best musicians during this four-day event. Read More

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No. 17

The famed Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass is best known for the most feared hole in golf, the infamous No. 17.

THE PLAYERS Championship, held each May, is a world-class golf event, affectionately known as ?the 5th Major.? It features golf?s biggest names vying for millions in purse money and the coveted crystal trophy. The famed Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass has lush, green rolling hills and steep inclines offering spectacular views of each hole, especially the infamous 17th island hole.

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  • The Riverside Arts Market

    Riverside Arts Market

    Event begins on
    Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 10:00 am
    Event time: 6 hour(s)

    The weekly Riverside Arts Market features the work of up to 160 artists, musical entertainment, street performers, food vendors, and a

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  • Kingsley Plantation

    Your Park! Your Heritage! 14th Annual Kingsley Heritage Celebration

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm
    Event time: 4 hour(s)

    On the 18th, Rose Person, a Harriet Tubman reenactor, will recite poetry and explain Harriet Tubman's role in the Civil War as a spy,

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  • Florida’s Birding & FotoFest

    Event begins on
    Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 5:45 am
    Event time: 17 hour(s)

    Headquartered at Guana Environmental Education Center, attendees can experience a butterfly house, vendors and other family activities.

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  • Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts

    Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Concert

    Event begins on
    Friday, November 11, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    Led by Music Direction and Principal Conductor Fabio Mechetti, the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s 2011-2012 season is pure

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  • The Riverside Arts Market

    Riverside Arts Market

    Event begins on
    Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 10:00 am
    Event time: 6 hour(s)

    The weekly Riverside Arts Market features the work of up to 160 artists, musical entertainment, street performers, food vendors, and a

    Details
  • Sweet Pete’s

    Sweet Pete’s The Art of Truffle Making Class

    Event begins on
    Monday, January 9, 2012 at 10:00 am
    Event time: 6 hour(s)

    Students will learn the following skills:
    Chocolate Tempering
    Chocolate Ganache
    Shell Molding
    Each student leaves with a recipe and

    Details
  • Under the Fuller Warren Bridge

    FRAM 2012 The Farmers' RAM

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 10:00 am
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

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  • MOCA Museum

    Sunday ArtFusion

    Event begins on
    Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 12:00 pm
    Event time: 4 hour(s)

    Enrich your creative mind through hands-on projects related to the permanent collection and the upcoming featured exhibition Shared

    Details
  • Kingsley Plantation

    Your Park! Your Heritage! 14th Annual Kingsley Heritage Celebration

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm
    Event time: 4 hour(s)

    On the 18th, Rose Person, a Harriet Tubman reenactor, will recite poetry and explain Harriet Tubman's role in the Civil War as a spy,

    Details
  • World Golf Hall of Fame

    Moon Over the Tower IMAX

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 5:00 pm
    Event time: 4 hour(s), 15 minutes

    Guests will enjoy a family activity such as an IMAX movie or round of putt-putt golf. Guests will enjoy beer, wine, and light snacks

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  • Feb
    23
    2012

    The Museum of Science & History

    MOSH After Dark: Sweet Pete’s Candy Workshop

    Event begins on
    Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 6:00 pm
    Event time: 2 hour(s)

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  • Amelia Island Film Festival

    Event begins on
    Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7:00 pm
    Event time: 0 hour(s)

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    hursday 2/23-Red Carpet rolls out at 7pm F
    riday 2/24-11am to 9pm Films in Mult Locations F
    riday 2/24-12pm to 7pm Stella Beer

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  • Feb
    23
    2012

    Times-Union Center

    The Official Blues Brothers Revue

    Event begins on
    Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7:30 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

    They have become part of our culture, and the irreverent characters of Jake & Elwood resonate with everyday people all over the world.

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  • Feb
    23
    2012

    Florida Theatre

    American Pickers: Treasure or Trash?

    Event begins on
    Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 8:00 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

    American Pickers comes to life with a unique, fast-paced and highly interactive event!During the 90-minute show, audience members may

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  • Feb
    24
    2012

    Florida Theatre

    The 15th Annual Great Guitar Gathering

    Event begins on
    Friday, February 24, 2012 at 7:30 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

    For this momentous occasion, two of the world’s most famous and respected guitar virtuosos will be performing solo sets as well as

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  • Feb
    25
    2012

    Clay County Fairgrounds

    The Northeast Florida Scottish Games & Festival

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 9:00 am
    Event time: 13 hour(s)

    The Games continues to grow and reflect the deep connections and effects the Scots and their descendants have had on the United
    States

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  • Feb
    25
    2012

    2012 National Relationship Empowerment Tour

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 1:00 pm
    Event time: 4 hour(s)

    Dawn Lopez from Action News and JoJo from V101.5 will moderate this dynamic conference for singles, couples and parents.

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  • Feb
    25
    2012

    Times-Union Center

    Dick Fox’s Golden Boys – Frankie Avalon, Fabian, & Bobby Rydell

    Event begins on
    Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 8:00 pm
    Event time: 2 hour(s), 30 minutes

    Featuring three of the most popular teen idols of the late 50’s and early 60’s, The Golden Boys have proved to be an

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  • Feb
    28
    2012

    Times-Union Center

    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

    Event begins on
    Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 7:30 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

    The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater continues to dazzle audiences with captivating performances and unparalleled artistry, fulfilling

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  • Alhambra Dinner Theatre

    Hello, Dolly

    Event begins on
    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 12:02 pm
    Event time: 9 hour(s)

    Now, the Alhambra is bringing to life it’s version featuring Emmy® Award winning actress, Sally Struthers – who is just

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  • Mar
    01
    2012

    Times-Union Center

    Royalty of Hip-Hop

    Event begins on
    Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 8:00 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

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  • Mar
    02
    2012

    Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

    HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

    Event begins on
    Friday, March 2, 2012 at 7:00 pm
    Event time: 2 hour(s)

    On the heels of signing one of the most extraordinary rookie classes in team history, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2012

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  • Theatre Jacksonville

    Night of January 16th

    Event begins on
    Friday, March 2, 2012 at 8:00 pm
    Event time: 3 hour(s)

    It's a gripping courtroom drama of greed, power, double-cross and mystery. Was the powerful tycoon murdered by his spiteful mistress?

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Jacksonville Jazz Festival

The 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival will feature renowned performances during the Memorial Day weekend on Main Street, Hemming Plaza, Snyder Memorial Church, The Jacksonville Landing, Laura St. and various downtown businesses and buildings. Venues are subject to change.

Mark your calendars for the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival held May 26-29, 2011. Friday night at the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival will mark the beginning of incredible jazz performances on multiple stages in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. The Wine Down Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale will also be open along with jazz exhibits and displays to start the festival weekend.

This FREE festival will transform into a vibrant setting with multiple entertainment stages and other components including the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition (ticketed); Art in the Heart Downtown Art Show & Sale; the Wine Down Tasting Experience (ticketed); Generation Next Youth Talent Competition; Jazz Juniors educational activities and much more.

The ‘Round Midnight Jazz Jam and Sunday Jazz Brunches are also included as highlights of the festival. More than 150,000 fans converged on downtown Jacksonville during the 2010 festival so make your calendars to join us for another jazzin' good time at 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Festival!

VIP Packages will be available soon along with several great hotel packages and special offers!
 


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