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We are here to give you what you want to know and do while vacationing in Jacksonville. Make your things to do in Jax list from these blogs below covering arts and culture to dining, to family fun, history, dining, nature, meetings, nightlife, events and much more. Search a particular interest by clicking on a category bubble. Read a blog and ask our locals a question or let's get social!

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4 months ago

Top 5 Adventures In Jacksonville

Posted By: Local Expert Guest

When in Jacksonville, experience the never-ending adventures that await.

10 months ago

Professional Bull Riders in Jax

Featuring the adrenaline-packed, exhilarating action one can only see at a Professional Bull Riders’ event, the PBR’s Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour returns to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena with the Jacksonville

1 year ago

See what you’ve been missing in downtown Jacksonville

Posted By: Local Expert Guest

Every great city has a great Downtown and Jacksonville is no exception! You now have a better way to see what you’ve been missing on the back of your own fat-tire electric bike with Jax Rides tours!

1 year ago

5 things to do at Jax Ice & Sportsplex

Posted By: Alanna

The Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex is the best place to beat the Florida heat year-round.

1 year ago

5 things to do at BMX park

Posted By: Alanna

Jacksonville BMX has been a part of Jacksonville’s community since the 1970’s.

1 year ago

Surfing Getaway Itinerary

Posted By: Patty

22 miles of beaches. Yep. That’s all we have to say to get you to pack your bags and head to our city to explore the endless miles of coastline and barrier islands that make Jacksonville the most fun and active

1 year ago

Top 5 things to do at UNF Arena

Posted By: Alanna

The University of North Florida arena opened to the public in January 1993.

1 year ago

Top 5 things to do at The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center

Posted By: Alanna

The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center is Jacksonville’s premier meeting and conventions facility.

1 year ago

Top 5 things to do at Kona Skatepark

Posted By: Alanna

A piece of iconic Jacksonville history, Kona Skatepark, was built in the late 70’s in the Arlington neighborhood.

1 year ago

Top 5 things to do at Skate Station

Posted By: Alanna

Skate Station Mandarin is a local entertainment complex that allows families to relax and enjoy a day of fun.

1 year ago

Sports Weekend Itinerary: Jags Season Is Here!

Posted By: Lauren

The Jacksonville Jaguars are back and with them a packed lineup of exciting home games for visiting fans and local fans to enjoy. As you follow your home team into town, be sure to make a weekend of it. Don’t just come

1 year ago

Best Watersports: Surfing

Jacksonville has some of the best surf in Florida! Don’t just take our word for it, come out and see for yourself.

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