Sip and Stroll

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

may 21, 2026

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About Third Thursday
Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC Bank

Third Thursdays
Next Sip & Stroll: May 21
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.

May's Programming

Live Music and Entertainment

DJ Amy Tran | Friendship Fountain

John Lumpkin Institute | Riverplace Tower

Food Trucks & Vendors 

Lazy Days Hotdog Cart
Naked Kitchen
Windy City Eats
Frozen Sweets Truck
Seafood in Motion
Jax Lumpia Truck
Brochachos
Honey Dripper House
Sahog

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:

Every 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!

Complete your evening aboard the ship with a one-hour cruise on the St. Johns River from 8–9 p.m. Arrive early and grab a drink from the top deck. The first 15 guests are free. 

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

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The Cady Club

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Chart House

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City Grille and Raw Bar

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Pier 1515 (Southbank Hotel)

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Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

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Sake House

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Southbank Johnnie’s (Southbank Hotel, bar only)

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St. Johns Provision Co. (DoubleTree)

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The Southern Grill

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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.

Haskell Food Court

Surrounding the Friendship Fountain roundabout, you’ll find a variety of food trucks and vendors ready to satisfy your dinner cravings. With a rotating lineup of fan-favorite local vendors, the Haskell Food Court is where you’ll grab a bite (or two) for your evening on the riverfront.

Sip & Stroll | Photos by Cre8Jax

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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.

Sip & Stroll is Going on Summer Break!

Hey, Jacksonville!

Before we take a short summer break, don’t miss our final Sip & Stroll Presented by PNC Bank of the season on Thursday, May 21. 

Join us for one last happy hour stroll along the Southbank before we return this fall. Grab your friends, your coworkers, your people, and come spend the evening with us along the St. Johns River.

We’ll be taking a break in June, July, and August during the warmer summer months, and look forward to bringing Sip & Stroll back when cooler evenings return.

In the meantime, do you have ideas or feedback to enhance the Sip & Stroll experience? We’d love to hear them! Share your feedback with us here.

We’re committed to making Sip & Stroll the best it can be and can’t wait to be back this fall. Until then, keep the good times going in #DTJax all summer long. Join us for First Wednesday Art Walk and PlacemakingJax Presented by VyStar Credit Union pop-ups.

Year-round, take advantage of the Riverwalk Open Container program at bars along the Southbank Riverwalk. Learn more: DTJax.com/riverwalk 

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