America 250 Events in Jacksonville

Jacksonville is hosting some incredible events for the America 250 celebration that you can't miss! Check out the events below.

Saturday, June 13

Jax Beach Country Fest
Saturday, June 13 from 2-9 p.m.
Seawalk Pavilion (75 1st St N., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250)
Celebrate America 250 at the Jax Beach Country Fest, a free, family-friendly music festival! The music lineup features Ashley Cooke, Preston Cooper, Madden Metcalf, and more.

Friday, July 3

Freedom Fest
Friday, July 3 from 5:30-10 p.m.
Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy a patriotic light and music show with live bands, food trucks and free apple pies to the first 1,000 people! This event is free to attend. Plus, check out the activations along the Riverwalk between the Fountain and Chart House.

Saturday, July 4

Beaches

Red, White & DQ
Saturday, July 4 | 12-9 p.m.
Dairy Queen Jacksonville Beach (902 N 3rd St. , Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250)
Join Dairy Queen Jacksonville Beach to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with games, prizes, crafts, treats, and fun for the whole family. Come enjoy great food, cold treats, and community spirit!


Northbank Riverwalk-Downtown

Fourth of July Celebration – America 250
Saturday, July 4 | 4-9:30 p.m.
Riverfront Plaza (2 W Independent Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Head to Riverfront Plaza for a free concert and the largest Fourth of July fireworks show in Jacksonville history. Enjoy food trucks, face painting, balloon animals, the River City Readers Bookmobile, and an art exhibition by JAMS students.

4th of July 250th American Celebration at USS Orleck
Saturday, July 4 | 6:30-10 p.m.
USS Orleck Naval Museum (610 E Bay St, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Celebrate aboard the USS Orleck with live music from DJ Rantz, food trucks, drinks, fireworks, and waterfront views during this festive celebration.

Southbank Riverwalk-Downtown

Fourth of July Celebration – America 250
Saturday, July 4 | 3-9:30 p.m.
Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy an evening of live music from Scott Halls and Caribe Groove, plus a hot dog eating contest and cornhole tournament. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event.

Saturday, July 4 | 6-9 p.m.
RiversEdge Park (1915 RiversEdge Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy music and entertainment, a spectacular fireworks display, and food and beverages available for purchase.

Find parking information and road closures for Downtown here.