The annual Jacksonville Jazz Fest returns May 21–24, 2026 and this year, you won’t have to wait for the stage lights to dim to keep the party going. New for 2026, free entertainment will be popping off at participating venues across Downtown Jacksonville all day and all weekend long! Jazz Fest After Dark brings rhythm to Bay […]
The Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition presented by Yamaha is recognized as one of the premier jazz piano competitions in the nation. This celebrated event will take place on Thursday, May 22nd at the iconic Florida Theatre, where five of the country’s most exceptional up-and-coming jazz pianists, selected by a blind panel of esteemed judges, will […]
The Haus is calling… will you answer? 🔑✨ Hardwicks is launching the next chapter of drag excellence with THE HAUS OF HARDWICKS—a competition to crown our next Hotspot Heroine + Official Key Holder 👑 Hosted by our First Lady Diva Cliche💋, we’re searching for the next rising star to join a legacy of icons. Here’s […]
We love seeing our local community thrive! 💛 If you’re looking for something fun this Friday, check out the all-new “Feel Good Friday Market”. Great food, artisan goods, and amazing local […]
✨🏁 START YOUR ENGINES, JACKSONVILLE! 🏁✨. The new season of @e is almost here—and we’re throwing it down starting THIS FRIDAY at Hardwicks with a weekly viewing party on the […]
🚨 CALLING ALL MUSICIANS 🚨 Starting Sunday June 8th at 7pm our friend @torinancemusic will be hosting the first of many open mic nights at Ruby Beach. Each and every Sunday we’re hoping to create a fun environment for any and all musicians to feel comfortable playing out in public. BYO Instruments and we will […]
🎤 OPEN MIC NIGHT at Bold City Brewery! Join us every Tuesday for a night of local talent, cold beer, and good vibes. 🎶 Musicians • Comedians • Poets • First-timers welcome ⏰ Sign-ups at 7PM 🍺 $2 Duval Light pints all night Grab a pint & grab the mic. 🎙️
Only events occurring within Downtown Jacksonville will be accepted.
If you have any questions please email lexi@dtjax.org.