Join MOCA Jacksonville during Third Wednesday Museum Nights for an evening of inspiring film as we present monthly screenings connected to the themes and ideas of our exhibitions and current events. A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their […]
Scenic Jacksonville welcomes former Procter & Gamble (PG) CEO AG Lafley as guest speaker for its fourth annual Great Cities Symposium on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:30 until 8 p.m. at the Garden Club of Jacksonville. The event’s evening activities will begin with a cocktail social hour from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. featuring beer, wine, […]
Jacksonville is the final stop for this exhibition, starting Friday, September 16th, and will end on Sunday, December 4th. Deborah Roberts will be at The Cummer on Friday evening for a book signing as well! Deborah Roberts critiques notions of beauty, the body, race, and identity in contemporary society through the lens of Black children. Her […]
DON'T BLAME IT ON ZEN: The Way of John Cage & Friends Exhibition at MOCA Jacksonville from OCTOBER 28, 2022 - MAY 7, 2023 A leading voice of the post-war avant-garde, John Cage (1912-1992) was a composer, philosopher, poet, visual artist, amateur mycologist, and longtime Buddhist devotee, whose enormous influence throughout the arts cannot be overstated. […]
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2022 TO FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 New Exhibition! “James McBey: Etchings” is open now. The Cummer Museum owns one of the largest collection of works by artist James McBey (1883 – 1959) outside of his native Scotland. As an artist for the British Expeditionary Force during World War I, McBey created boldly realized visual […]
Join JAXUSL at the Intuition Bier Hall as we watch the final game for the USMNT in the group stage of World Cup 2022. Free entry with registration. Food and beer, right from the source, available for purchase. We'll have raffles and swag and a focus on getting our boys through with good cheer! See […]
Celebrating the people and projects making a difference in Downtown Jacksonville! Admission for one to the #DTJax Awards includes heavy appetizers and two (2) drink tickets. Where: The Lark | 229 N. Hogan St. When: November 29, 2022 | 5-8 p.m. Each year Downtown Vision, Inc. hosts the #DTJax Awards to recognize and show our […]
llman Family Revival: Featuring The Devon Allman Project, Duane Betts, Donavon Frankenreiter, Maggie Rose, Jimmy Hall, Larry McCray, Alex Orbison and the River Kittens On December 8, 2017, Devon Allman invited a couple dozen of his closest musical compadres onto the hallowed stage of The Fillmore to perform a three-hour, multi-set monster of a concert […]
Looking for a fun morning with the whole family? Little Learners programs provide guests with the opportunity to explore MOSH and participate in hands-on activities in a fun and social environment! Geared towards students ages 0-5 and their caregivers, Little Learners sessions are offered monthly and provide children with circle time in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, […]
With Special Guests: David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White and Rebecca Jade Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz presents Christmas with special friends David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White and Rebecca Jade. Over two decades ago, GRAMMY® nominee Dave Koz launched his first-ever Christmas tour. Now, fans and families across the country await his arrival with the […]
The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital hosts their 2022 Winter Design Show: Flaunting the First Coast. The three-day event from Dec. 2-4, a reimagined version of The Women’s Board’s beloved Art & Antiques Show, will help raise funds for the NICU at Wolfson Children’s Hospital’s new Critical Care Tower. The Show will feature more […]
Downtown Council Hybrid Breakfast In-Person or Virtual Option Friday, December 2, 2022 Registration and Networking: 8:30 - 9 a.m. Program: 9 - 10 a.m. In-Person Location: Jessie Ball duPont Center 40 E. Adams Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 Speaker: Cindy Funkhouser President & CEO Sulzbacher SBLY Spotlight Speaker: Marian Phelan CEO Hashrocket Breakfast provided by Biscotti's on a […]
FAMILY & FRIENDS GIFT-MAKING WORKSHOP – CANDLE HOLDER Family Workshops are multigenerational 2-3 hours workshops with no age limit. Create a unique, artistic holiday gift out of clay with or for someone you love. Make beautiful memories together inspired by the Museum’s art and gardens. Registration Required | Materials Included Two time slots available: 5 […]
#LightUpTheHouseJax Light Up the House 5K Run/Walk & Family Day, Presented by the Zimmerman Family Foundation INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING GRAND PRIZE: TWO EXCLUSIVE VIP TICKETS TO SEE CARRIE UNDERWOOD IN TAMPA on February 4th! Includes Dinner and 1-Night Hotel Stay. Grab your sneakers and get ready to ‘Light Up The House’ during the festive holiday season […]
Saturday Morning Cartooning at the Main Library WHO: Anyone who is working on making a comic WHAT: Saturday Morning Cartooning (a hangout for comix creators) WHERE: Jacksonville Public Library Main Library, 333 Laura St N. in the 1st floor Makerspace area) WHEN: 9:30AM-12:00PM on the following Saturdays: -December 3 -December 17 -December 31 -January 14 -January […]
Give Thanks Tour To most people, jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical are musical genres. But to revolutionary music group Black Violin, they're nothing but ingredients. After graduating from high school, both Wilner Baptiste (Wil B) and Kevin Sylvestor (Kev Marcus) were granted full music scholarships to college, Florida State and Florida International University respectively. Combining […]
In partnership with Flying Saucer Presents, we are excited to announce that Fruit Bats will be playing at the Bier Hall on April 30th!
Join us for our December Edition of the Toon Town Street Market, and meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 🎅🤶 December 17th, from 4PM to 9PM! 🎁 ⬇️ GET YOUR FREE TICKETS ⬇️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toon-town-street-market-december-ugly-sweater-party-121722-tickets-473460231297 PLUS, we'll have: ⛄️ Toon Town Pizzeria ❄️ Local Food Trucks ⛄️ Kidz Zone ❄️ Live Music ⛄️ Artists ❄️ Upcycled Fashions […]
December 6-11, 2022 ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks […]
Create a holiday grazing board with Chef Shantrell Mixson, owner of SoulFULL Eats and MOCA's newest partner. Join us at MOCA Jacksonville for a night filled with holiday themed cheese and charcuterie design. Follow along with Chef Shantrell Mixson—owner of SoulFULL Eats, MOCA's newest partner and in-house caterer—to build a grazing board sure to impress […]
Free yoga at Riverfront Plaza, Tuesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 1/3, 1/10) from 6-7 p.m. with Yoga 4 Change!
Holiday Pops Step inside Jacoby Symphony Hall, decked in boughs of holly, swirling with snow, and surround yourself in our musical, winter wonderland. The Jacksonville Symphony, dancers from Douglas Anderson School for the Arts, and other shining talent bring you the gift of the holiday season's most festive classics. Carol along with your family and […]
Hall of Heroes presents Spaced Out 2 at MOSH Hall of Heroes and MOSH are teaming up again to let you test your skills at the Grand Opening Mini-Con: Spaced Out to Mars, featuring Planet Pioneers. Festivities Include: Vendors & Artists Special Guest, Venessa Branch (Star Trek: Voyager) Interactive Adventures in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium Cosplayers […]
This is a must-attend event for Jacksonville Job Seekers! Meet one-on-one with recruiters & hiring managers from the area’s top hiring companies. Available positions range from entry-level to management in multiple industries. Some employers will even conduct on-the-spot interviews and extend job offers! We encourage you to register online and upload your resume so that […]
Make plans to attend the 20th Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza - one of Jacksonville's most popular holiday traditions & experiences taking place this December at the historic Old St. Andrew’s Church in downtown Jacksonville. Dates and times vary. Visit jaxgingerbread.com for details. From December 8th to December 27th, the church will be transformed into a winter […]
Every second Thursday we have Art After Hours/extended hours from 4pm to 8pm. We will also be hosting Happy Hour Histories on those days with the stories beginning at 6:30. This month we will talk about Jax music history.
SIP & SHOP: HOLIDAY MARKET FEATURING LOCAL MAKERS Thu 5-9 P.M., Fri 11 A.M. – 8:30 P.M., and Sat 11 A.M – 5 P.M. | Free Find perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list this year! Shop the unique wares of local artists and makers during this one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience, complete with bar and […]
The FINAL installment of Friday Night Vibes is just one week away! Friday Night Vibes returns on Friday, December 9th, and for this final installment, we're celebrating the art of Lyricism! Featuring special performances from Mas Appeal, Che from L.O.V.E. Culture, and more! Save the date and make a plan to join us from 5pm […]
Ride the Spiral at this Friday's Planetarium Night Live at 7 PM! Galaxies are among the most beautiful objects known. Many have ephemeral, spellbinding, spiral shapes. We’ll investigate these galaxies, the forces at play that draw out their spiral arms, and the powerful events that can catastrophically destroy them!
Join thousands of fellow LEGO fans as they gather at the Exhibition Hall at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds for BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention. BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention brings it all - LEGO displays, art, building zones, special guests, merchants, experiences, and more! Show Hours Saturday, December 10, 2022 – 9:30am-12:30pm + 1:00pm-4:00pm Sunday, December 11, 2022 […]
On Saturday, December 10 at 8:00 a.m., join us for a 5K fun run/walk at CSX as a part of Special Olympics Florida’s Race for Inclusion, to raise funds for Special Olympics Florida athletes. Meet inspirational Special Olympics Florida athletes and celebrate inclusion. Special Olympics Florida’s Race for Inclusion is a nine-month campaign to inspire […]
Produced by Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc., the Riverside Arts Market is a weekly community market hosted in Historic Riverside on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., rain or shine. At the Riverside Arts Market, enjoy the harvest of the agricultural arts by supporting Florida farmers. Pick up the freshest local produce of the week, Jacksonville! To remain sustainable, farmers depend on your weekly purchases, so come for the freshest produce and stay […]
On Sunday, December 11th, join James Weldon Johnson Park for Pop Up in The Park: Holiday Market! Expect a day full of local vendors, food trucks, games, and all-around family-friendly fun! We'll be featuring Mr. Joe, Santa Claus, the Let's Ride Brass Band and more! The event, presented by Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park, […]
From December 12-16, 2022, the Jacksonville community is invited to join our Dashing Through Downtown Hunt. Participants are encouraged to scan QR Codes and snap photos at local businesses for a chance to win prizes while they shop and support local businesses for the holidays. How to Play: Download the app Eventzee to your smartphone, available in Apple and Google Play stores […]
A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker re-imagines Tchaikovsky’s classic score through explosive hip hop choreography. A dozen all-star dancers, on-stage DJ and an electric violinist bring the traditional Nutcracker story to life in contemporary New York City. This evening-length show celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.
Gonzalo Farias, conductor Bryonha Marie, vocalist Brandon Michael Nase, vocalist Jacksonville Symphony Chorus It’s Jacksonville’s favorite holiday tradition. After hearing many beloved holiday songs, you’re sure to be in the spirit of the season. And don’t miss Florida’s only indoor snowfall. Featuring the Symphony, guest singers, dancers from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, and […]
Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, the action-packed adventure of Jurassic Park pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Experience it now, projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams' iconic score live to picture. Select a performance date to read more. © Universal City Studios LLC and […]
Free yoga at Riverfront Plaza, Tuesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 1/3, 1/10) from 6-7 p.m. with Yoga 4 Change!
Enjoy MOSH at your own pace during Homeschool Days! On these days, the Museum will be open exclusively to homeschool families and co-op groups. Enjoy MOSH’s traveling exhibits, hands-on lessons, and guided activities for an all-inclusive ticket cost. No Such Thing as “Cold?” Is there such a thing as “cold” in science? What makes something […]
Splash along with Baby Shark and Pinkfong as they journey into the sea for the Holidays to sing and dance through some of your favorite songs in Baby Shark Live: The Christmas Show! This one-of-a-kind immersive experience will have fans of all ages dancing in the aisles as they join Baby Shark and friends for […]
Based on the successful 6th Annual #DTJax Gala of the same name, we invite you to stroll the stunning Southbank Riverwalk every Third Thursday of the month. Spanning from the DoubleTree Hotel to The Southbank Hotel, enjoy live music, food vendors, bars and a picnic area – all with a picturesque sunset backdrop. Alcoholic beverages in a branded Sip & […]
MOCA MOVIE NIGHT: MUSEUM TOWN (2019) THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2022 // 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Jennifer Trainer's captivating new documentary MUSEUM TOWN tells the story of a unique museum, the small town it calls home, and the great risk, hope, and power of art to transform a desolate post-industrial city. In 2017, MASS MoCA […]
50 years! That's how long the Jacksonville Symphony's First Coast Nutcracker has been a treasured community tradition and the only local performance with a full orchestra performing its score. Watch as your favorite winter fairy tale casts its magic with ballet dancers, an enchanting set design, and the entire Symphony in full splendor. You'll be showered […]
Can you name a more iconic duo than candy & cocktails?! Join fellow candy lovers each month for rotating cocktails and candy-making! Great for date nights, getting together with old friends or attending solo and making new ones! 28.00 per ticket Ticket includes: -1 specialty drink -Candy/Chocolate treats from candy demo -Free app voucher (Emailed […]
Merry & Bright Movie Night Presented by Live Oak Contracting Friday, December 16th at Riverfront Plaza 6 p.m. The Grinch (2001) 8 p.m. Jack Frost Free holiday movies are returning to #DTJax this holiday season! Join us on Friday, December 16th for two Christmas classics on the big screen at Riverfront Plaza! Grab dinner to-go […]
Handel's Messiah Star guest soloists, the Jacksonville Symphony, and more than 100 voices from the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus come together on stage to deliver the most powerful and inspirational message of faith this holiday season. The "Hallelujah" chorus will lift you to your feet with the many other awe-inspiring and tender arias. Called "the greatest […]
The Jacksonville Gospel Chorale, under the direction of Cedric Williams, presents excerpts from "Born to Die" Opus 25 - A Christmas Cantata by Glenn Edward Burleigh. This musical extravaganza celebrates the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ lyrically. The cantata also includes seldom-told stories of events leading up to Jesus’ birth. It promises […]
Saturday Morning Cartooning at the Main Library WHO: Anyone who is working on making a comic WHAT: Saturday Morning Cartooning (a hangout for comix creators) WHERE: Jacksonville Public Library Main Library, 333 Laura St N. in the 1st floor Makerspace area) WHEN: 9:30AM-12:00PM on the following Saturdays: -December 3 -December 17 -December 31 -January 14 -January […]
Every third Sunday we have The Playground from 12-4 p.m. Welcome one and all to The Playground featuring Scribes & Vibes. There will be games, poetry, jazz, local talent, and a museum tour the third Sunday of each month! This event is FREE and open to the public. Scribes & Vibes is a place for Jacksonville’s talent […]
Join us for yoga in the galleries the third Sunday morning of each month for an artful yoga practice.
Registration is open for Winter Discovery Camp at MOSH! K – 5th students can explore all the wonders of the Museum and participate in hands-on STEAM activities and crafts when school is out for the holidays. Camps are designed to engage young learners and nurture the excitement of learning. Extended care is available. Enroll your […]
Creative kids can spend part of their holiday break at Winter Camp @ MOCA! Spend each day exploring a variety of art media to complete winter-themed creations they can take home that day. Daily camps are available December 19-23 for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Click on the link in our bio for additional […]
Join James Weldon Johnson Park, Gili’s Kitchen, Catering and Bakery and the Jacksonville Jewish Center for our annual celebration of Hanukkah and its related traditions. We will enjoy live music, storytelling and crafts, dreidel games and more! The Menorah lighting ceremony will be at approximately 6:30pm. Gili’s Kitchen will have food and sufganiot available for […]
Free yoga at Riverfront Plaza, Tuesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 1/3, 1/10) from 6-7 p.m. with Yoga 4 Change!
Cheers to 2023. Join us at Cowford Chophouse for a night full of festivities to ring in the new year! Tickets will cost $175 and $10 from each ticket purchased will go to Jacksonville Art & Music School. This is sure to be a night to remember! Click the link in our bio to purchase […]
Swing on by for the biggest night of the year! NYE 2023 is coming up and we've got you covered (with FREE COVER), plus signature cocktails, a free champagne toast at midnight and dancing the night away with live music. Celebrate our birthday with us and let us properly send off 2022. Table reservations and […]
Produced by Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc., the Riverside Arts Market is a weekly community market hosted in Historic Riverside on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., rain or shine. At the Riverside Arts Market, enjoy the harvest of the agricultural arts by supporting Florida farmers. Pick up the freshest local produce of the week, Jacksonville! To remain sustainable, farmers depend on your weekly purchases, so come for the freshest produce and stay […]
Date: Monday, December 26, 2022 through January 1st, 2023 Location: The Ritz Theatre and Museum, 829 N. Davis St., 32202 On Sale Now Tickets Prices: FREE ENTRY Jacksonville has been celebrating Kwanzaa since the 80s and has found a home at the Ritz Theatre and Museum. Come out the day after Christmas to learn about the 7 […]
Free yoga at Riverfront Plaza, Tuesdays (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 1/3, 1/10) from 6-7 p.m. with Yoga 4 Change!
WED 21 DEC 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Jacksonville Icemen vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates WED 28 DEC 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Jacksonville Icemen vs. Florida Everblades VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Jacksonville, Florida
ART@Noon Salon: Icons, More Than Just a Pretty Picture The ART@Noon Salon meets virtually from Noon – 1 p.m. each month on the third Thursday of the month. You do not have to be an art expert to join the ART@Noon Salon. The only requirement for attending is curiosity and the desire to have fun talking about great works […]
Grammy Award winning and Academy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actress Mary J. Blige continues to captivate audiences nationwide with breathtaking performances on her Good Morning Gorgeous tour, and Jacksonville, FL will get to experience this treat during the finale of the holiday season. Mary J. Blige will perform on Thursday, December 29th with special guests K. […]
TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Plan your visit to watch Notre Dame vs. South Carolina at the 2022 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida. December 30, 2022. We think you’ll be wowed by all there is to do when you’re not tailgating or cheering for your favorite team. Be sure to scroll through our top events during […]
NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION Let’s kick off the New Year’s Eve celebrations early at the Icemen game on Friday, December 30! Join us pre-game for an hour of drinks and snacks as we look forward to the start of 2023.
Saturday Morning Cartooning at the Main Library WHO: Anyone who is working on making a comic WHAT: Saturday Morning Cartooning (a hangout for comix creators) WHERE: Jacksonville Public Library Main Library, 333 Laura St N. in the 1st floor Makerspace area) WHEN: 9:30AM-12:00PM on the following Saturdays: -December 3 -December 17 -December 31 -January 14 -January […]
Produced by Riverside Avondale Preservation, Inc., the Riverside Arts Market is a weekly community market hosted in Historic Riverside on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., rain or shine. At the Riverside Arts Market, enjoy the harvest of the agricultural arts by supporting Florida farmers. Pick up the freshest local produce of the week, Jacksonville! To remain sustainable, farmers depend on your weekly purchases, so come for the freshest produce and stay […]
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