Events & Festivals in Jacksonville

Annual outdoor pond hockey tournament on temporary rinks at the Jacksonville Landing site. Features multiple divisions from recreational to competitive.

One of Florida's largest Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades featuring marching bands, community groups, floats, and civil rights organizations.

Jacksonville's largest multicultural festival featuring over 30 nations' food, dance, music, and crafts. Includes international marketplace and cultural demonstrations.

Pre-Lenten celebration featuring masquerade balls, costume competitions, Caribbean and Latin music, and traditional Carnevale food and dance.

USA's 15K National Championship race attracting elite and amateur runners. The challenging course crosses the Hart Bridge with panoramic views of downtown Jacksonville.

Interdenominational procession through downtown Jacksonville commemorating Jesus' journey to Calvary. Features prayers, hymns, and stations of the cross.

Free three-day blues festival at Jacksonville Beach featuring national touring acts and regional blues artists across multiple oceanfront stages.

Intimate concerts in the Cummer Museum's historic gardens overlooking the St. Johns River. Features jazz, classical, and world music performances.

One of the nation's largest free jazz festivals featuring national and local artists across multiple downtown stages. Includes jazz competitions, food vendors, and family activities along the St. Johns River.

Features taco vendors from across Florida, margarita bars, lucha libre wrestling, mariachi bands, and taco-eating competitions.

Showcases independent films from Florida and beyond with filmmaker Q&A sessions, workshops, and special screenings at downtown theaters.

Free weekly summer concerts at the oceanfront pavilion featuring local and regional bands across genres from rock to reggae.

Jacksonville's largest Independence Day celebration with synchronized fireworks over the St. Johns River, live music, and family activities at multiple downtown locations.

Traditional Chinese dragon boat racing with teams competing on the St. Johns River. Features cultural performances, food vendors, and team ceremonies.

Celebrates Jacksonville's coastal cuisine with fresh local seafood, cooking competitions, live music, and maritime demonstrations along the riverfront.

Showcases local and regional designers with runway shows, pop-up shops, industry panels, and emerging designer competitions at downtown venues.

Authentic Greek food, music, dance, and cultural exhibits hosted by the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Features cooking demonstrations and marketplace.

Celebration of all things bacon with creative dishes from local restaurants, bacon-eating contests, cooking demos, and craft beer pairings.

Traditional county fair with agricultural exhibits, carnival rides, live entertainment, and competitive exhibits. Features nightly concerts and demolition derby.

Evening market featuring local artisans, vintage finds, food trucks, craft cocktails, and live music in a festive downtown setting.

Celebrates Scottish heritage with traditional athletic competitions, Highland dancing, bagpipe bands, clans, and authentic Scottish food and goods.

Annual holiday tradition with dozens of decorated boats sailing along the St. Johns River. Features synchronized music, fireworks, and festive waterfront viewing.

Jacksonville's largest holiday parade featuring marching bands, floats, giant balloons, and Santa's arrival. Route travels through downtown streets.

Festive holiday concerts featuring traditional carols, seasonal favorites, and special guests. Includes sing-alongs and appearances by Santa.