Author: Emma Burleson, Fall 2024 Marketing Intern
It’s never been easier to get moving in the urban core! Keep reading for weekly to monthly events and classes spanning from art to fitness, all taking place along the St. Johns River in Downtown Jacksonville.
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First Fridays at the Fountain
Kick off your weekend on the First Fridays of every month at the Friendship Fountain from 5-9:30 p.m.! Grab some drinks from the cash bar and enjoy bites to eat from local food trucks. Have fun playing lawn games with friends and family as you watch the sunset over the St. Johns River.
Calling all yoga lovers! Do you need a mind and body reset? Enjoy free yoga from 6-7 p.m. at the Artist Walk Amphitheater.
Bring your water and yoga mat and enjoy yoga for all ages and levels.
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Come to Gefen Park to dance away at FREE Zumba! Every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m., enjoy a dance workout that will get you moving.
Bring some friends and make it a fitness hang!
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Free First Thursday Yoga at the Fountain
Do you want to do something good for your body and soul? Enjoy a FREE, all-level yoga class at Friendship Fountains from 7-8 p.m. each first Thursday of the month. The class ends just in time for the nightly light show, so feel free to bring a chair to sit back after class. This is a great time to embrace the beauty of Downtown Jacksonville’s riverfront!
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Join us at Friendship Fountain for live music and food trucks each second Saturday of the month! Bring a blanket or chair and relax while listening to tunes and enjoying the Downtown river views. Plus, stick around for the nightly fountain show!
Third Thursday Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC Bank
Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC Bank is back! Get some fresh air and stroll the Southbank Riverwalk from 5-8 p.m. every Third Thursday of the month. Watch the stunning sunset from the river while enjoying live music, food trucks, bars and friends! The monthly Sip & Stroll spans from Friendship Fountain to Chart House and has a new lineup of culture-focused programming. Take a break along the way and relax at the picnic area in front of the Riverplace Tower!
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Save the date for October 18th and enjoy a FREE movie at the Artist Walk Amphitheater! Featuring Inside Out 2, bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the movie and some free popcorn. Watch the sun go down and cozy up for the movie night!
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Sign up for Art in the Park at Friendship Fountain! Come along for free art classes with Jacksonville Artist Guild. These events offer classes for people of all ages and teach various types and techniques of art!
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Attention all photographers! Join Jax Photographers Hub in Treaty Oak Park at 10 a.m. each month for an opportunity to learn more about photography and connect with other photographers. Capture beautiful pictures Downtown and let your creativity flow!
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Kollect at Night at Friendship Fountain
Saturday, November 9th come out to Friendship Fountain to watch a fashion show with live music! Before the show, there is a meet and greet with drinks and bites from local spots. Enjoy the 35 minute show and afterwards, dance the night away to silent disco!
Tag us at #DTJax for a chance to be featured on our page and show us how you get moving in Downtown!