Family Fun For All Ages
Looking for something fun to enjoy with the whole family? Check out these great suggestions.
Things To Do
Indoor Go-Karting
Ready, Set, Go! Start waving the checkered flag because you will be zooming past your competition at the Autobahn Indoor Speedway--European style indoor go-karting!
Bowling
Bowl a frame of two in the state-of-the-art boutique bowling alley at Main Event. The 50,000 square foot entertainment complex also has an arcade, laser tag, delicious dining, and other attractions.
Indoor Skydiving
Experience the thrill as you skydive indoors at iFLY. Learn how to fly as you rise high in the air in the iFLY wind tunnel. Flyers as young as 3 years old can find out what it feels like to be lighter than air.
St. Johns River Ferry
Take a ride on the St. Johns River Ferry, connecting Mayport to Fort George Island. Here you’ll find nature and history abound. Discover unspoiled beaches and sharks teeth at Talbot Island State Parks, or take a step back in time at Kingsley Plantation, Florida’s oldest plantation house.
Adventure Landing
Let the kids run wild at Adventure Landing. Families can play in the mega-arcade, race around the go-kart track, engage in friendly competition in the laser tag arena, or play a little mini golf. There are two locations in town.
Dave and Buster's
Kids of all ages will get a kick out of Dave and Buster's, a restaurant, bar, and entertainment complex with the "Million Dollar Midway," featuring more than 200 interactive video games.
Only In JAX
Museum of Science & History’s (MOSH) Bryan Gooding Planetarium
Visit the Museum of Science & History’s (MOSH) Bryan Gooding Planetarium – it's Florida’s largest! Shows range from Sesame Street to Cosmic Concerts, so there’s something for every age.
Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA)
Travel across the bridge to the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA) for the ArtExplorium Loft, where children and adults will enjoy exploring 16 fun and interactive stations that link basic visual art principles with works in the MOCA collection. It’s a must for anyone visiting MOCA with kids.
Sweet Pete’s
Make your own candy, sometimes guided by Pete himself! Or taste the adventurous organic cotton candy flavors at Sweet Pete’s in Downtown Jacksonville. The Willy Wonka-inspired factory and all-natural treats are ideal for families.
Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens
Discover a much-loved attraction, the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens. A true family adventure, the Zoo & Gardens is growing and changing daily and is dedicated to consistently improving. Don’t forget to feed the giraffes or splash in the splash ground in the summer.
Kayak Amelia
Paddle your way through Jacksonville's waterways on a kayak ride with Kayak Amelia. Kayaking guided tours are offered numerous times throughout the week, allowing nature enthusiasts to get an up-close look at the wildlife surrounding the Timucuan Preserve.
Timing Is Everything
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Baseball Game
Take me out to the ballgame! The Triple-A Baseball Affiliate of the Miami Marlins, The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, play April through September. The Shrimp have incredible promotions like 50 cent family feast night and Friday night fireworks. And there’s always entertainment in the outfield for the kids with bounce houses and a playground.
Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
Lions, Tiger and...other big cats call Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary home. Click here for the next night feedings and other events. If your timing is right, book your spot for the Roar 'n Snore campout or their Halloween Haunted Forest in October.
Kids Free November
Kids Free November is Jacksonville's city-wide promotion offering discounted admission to top family attractions during the entire month of November. Don't miss it!
Winter on the Water
Winter on the Water in Jacksonville offers a variety of family-friendly events. A few favorite winter activities include the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade and Fireworks on the St. Johns River, ZOOLights at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, and WinterFEST at Adventure Landing.
Bring the family to Jax and make lifelong memories!
