Sip and Stroll

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5–8 p.m. | Every Third Thursday of the Month

About Third Thursday
Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC Bank

Third Thursdays
Next Sip & Stroll: March 19

Southbank Riverwalk

Enjoy a stroll along the stunning Southbank Riverwalk every Third Thursday of the month, with beautiful views stretching from Friendship Fountain to Chart House. Take in live music, food trucks and carts, riverside bars, and a relaxed picnic area — all set against a picturesque sunset backdrop.

Alcoholic beverages in branded Sip & Stroll cups are permitted during the event and can be purchased at either of the Riverwalk bars.

February's Programming

Live Music and Entertainment

Riverplace Tower: Pivotal Ascension

Friendship Fountain: DJ Nick Fresh

Food Trucks

Food Vendors

  • Lazy Days Hotdog Cart
  • Sunshine Poppers

Drinks
Enjoy craft cocktails and refreshing non-alcoholic options served at several on-site bars by The Sangria Truck.

Want even more variety? Drinks are also available from nearby hotels and restaurants along the Riverwalk.

Parking

Paid parking is available at Riverplace Tower’s Visitor Lot (1201 Riverplace Blvd.) and at the Chart House Parking lot (1501 Riverplace Blvd.)

Boats

There is plenty of space available along the Southbank Riverwalk for boats to tie-up and dock during Third Thursday Sip & Stroll. The following docks are recommended:

During February’s Sip & Stroll: Hop aboard The Royal Princess from 5-8 p.m. Grab a drink and take in the views of Downtown Jacksonville from the top deck!

More Info

Picnic blankets, lawn chairs and dogs on leashes are welcome. Public restrooms are available. Sorry, no bikes, scooters or skateboards.

Walkable locations for dinner and happy hour:

bb’s restaurant and bar

The Cady Club

Chart House

City Grille and Raw Bar

Pier 1515 (Southbank Hotel)

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

Sake House

Southbank Johnnie’s (Southbank Hotel, bar only)

St. Johns Provision Co. (DoubleTree)

The Southern Grill

Sip & Stroll After Party

The party doesn’t stop once Sip & Stroll is over! Enjoy specialty cocktails on the DoubleTree Deck during Sip & Stroll each month while taking in scenic views of the Downtown skyline, then stick around for the free Silent Disco with Hush Hush from 7 to 11 p.m., in partnership with DoubleTree.

Sip & Stroll 2025-26 Programming

Feb. 19: Step into style with Kollect Jax; runway looks, bold fashion and exclusive Downtown merch drops.

March 19: Welcome the season with Sip & Stroll into Spring, featuring a spring celebration with gardening and floral-focused programming.


April 16: Celebrate National Poetry Month with an evening of spoken word, storytelling and literary magic.

May 21: Honor Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with cultural showcases and performances curated by Grace Bio Art and CJ Bautista.

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Downtown Vision, Inc. (“DVI”), as the producer, maintains its sole discretion to approve or deny any potential vendor or other participant at Third Thursday Sip & Stroll presented by PNC Bank based on the best interests of the event and its attendees. DVI further reserves the right to engage law enforcement to enforce decisions made in the exercise of this discretion, in compliance with all relevant rules, laws, and regulations.