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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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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

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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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  • 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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Downtown Area

Downtown Area

Surrounded on both sides by an ever-growing skyline, the gorgeous St. Johns River continues to be one of Jacksonville's most recognizable icons.

Downtown/Riverfront

Long stretches of the Riverwalk were added to the South and Northbanks. The crowning jewel, however, is the Jacksonville Landing. The Landing, a centerpiece for shopping, fine dining and nightlife is just one of the area's hotspots. Waterfront dining can be found all throughout the area. 

If spectator sports are your thing, the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars play Downtown at the Sports Complex, as does the city's minor league baseball team, the Jacksonville Suns.

There are also a variety of museums, including the Ritz Theatre & La Villa Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and the Museum of Science and History.

And taking it all in couldn't be easier. River taxis are constantly on the go, transporting visitors back and forth between the Northbank and Southbank. If you prefer a more romantic river experience, take a moonlit cruise on one of the old-fashioned paddle wheel riverboats that wind their way along the St. Johns with River Cruises, Inc.

Riverside/Avondale

In the late 1800s, wealthy citizens began building homes in the quaint neighborhood of Riverside.This historic district is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is also designated a local historic district by the City of Jacksonville.

The Riverside's Five Points area is an artsy neighborhood with funky coffee shops, outdoor cafés, one-of-a-kind shopping, nightclubs, antique stores and more.For a slower speed, visit the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.

You'll also find nearby Avondale is a great place to shop for antiques or enjoy a meal. Many of the area's bed and breakfasts are also located in this historic neighborhood. 

San Marco

Located just minutes away from Downtown's Southbank is the historic neighborhood of San Marco.Stroll along San Marco Square and you'll discover incredible dining of every kind, upscale clothing boutiques and sensational art galleries.

Theatre Jacksonville, the oldest community theatre in the country dating back to 1938, is also located within the square. Don't miss the San Marco fountain of lions that reflect the neighborhood's association with the Venice, Italy business district! 


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