CONCERTS
June 20 - Lil Poppa - FIVE
June 21 - Isley Brothers + Friends - Jax Center for Performing Arts
June 22 - Ringo Starr - St Aug Amp
June 23 - Avril Lavigne - Daily’s Place
June 26 - Slightly Stoopid - Daily’s Place
June 27 - Ledisi - Florida Theatre
July 15 - Gladys Knight - Florida Theatre
July 19 - Counting Crows - St Aug Amp
July 19 - Lil Poppa - Vystar Arena
July 23 - Goo Goo Dolls + Dashboard Confessional - St Aug Amp
July 29 + 30 - Shania Twain - Dailys Place
Aug 2 - Rob Thomas - Daily’s Place
Aug 2 - Brad Paisley - St Aug Smp
Aug 8 - Cypress Hill - St Aug Amp
Aug 10 - Maxwell - Vystar Arena
Aug 23 - UB40 - St Aug Amp
Aug 23 - Jeezy - Jax Center for Performing Arts
Sep 10 - Ice Cube - Vystar Arena
Oct 11 - Jon Batiste - St Aug Amp
Oct 28 - John Legend - St Aug Amp
Nov 12 - Bowling for Soup - Five
Free at Friendship Fountain
First Thursday : Free Yoga. 7-8p
First Friday : DJ, bar, vendors, food trucks. 5-9:30p
Second Saturday : Live Jazz. 7-9:30p
Third Thursday : Downtown Jax Sip & Stroll. 6-9p
Third Saturday : Picnic in the Park. 11a-2p
Last Saturday : Silent Disco w HushHush. 6-9p
More info on JaxParks
American Buffalo – A Play by David Mamet
This fast-moving heist play drips with grit, broken dreams, and backroom betrayals as three hustlers clash over loyalty and the price of ambition.
Florida Black Excellence Fest
Four days of panels, parties, and recognition events aimed at celebrating and advancing Black excellence across Florida. The main festival on June 28 at Vystar brings together over 300 vendors, community orgs, and businesses in one of the city’s largest networking showcases. Earlier in the week, there’s a Top 20 Under 40 Breakfast, a golf tournament, and the “Taste of Excellence” chef competition and dinner. The festival’s mission centers on economic growth for minority-owned businesses while connecting them to public and corporate partners.
Poetic Therapy at Aura Plant Studio
Poets, RnB singers, plants, and warm vibes fill the room as Purnell Greens and Laney Ray headline this soulful, expressive night of community healing.
Literary Indulgence Book Festival
A full-day festival for book lovers, featuring live music, food trucks, vendor shopping, and workshops with authors like Janice Hardy, Lana McAra, Celestial Holmes, and Frank Goodin II. Whether you're into fiction, non-fiction, or children's books, there’s something here for you. The day wraps up with an exclusive Author & Reader Mixer (5p-8p, $25), complete with hors d'oeuvres, music, and bookish conversation. First-time authors can pick up publishing tips, and seasoned writers can fine-tune their craft.
Literary Indulgence 2025 Book Festival
Calling all book lovers! The 2nd Annual Literary Indulgence Book Festival is back with a full day of workshops, author meet-and-greets, vendor shopping, and activities for all ages—including kids' storytelling and crafts. Stick around for the Author & Reader Mixer from 5p-8p to connect with local and regional writers. Don't miss the raffles, giveaways, and free festival gift bags (while supplies last). This is your chance to celebrate books and community in Jacksonville!
Bestie Babes Brunch – Birthday Edition
Jacksonville Bestie’s birthday bash brings empanadas, cute vibes, and a food truck full of brunch favorites to San Marco.
Exhibit : 7 Years of Swan at The Lark
A one-night-only group show celebrating Swan’s anniversary with art by @swantattoojax, a cash bar by @regardlibations, and music by @jamessiboni during July’s Art Walk.
Lil Duval Day Concert
Get ready for the Duval Day Concert featuring your favorite artists Lil Duval, Bossman Dlow, Plies, Da Baby and more!
Come As You Art Paint Pass
Unwind with good music, light bites, raffles, and free-flowing creativity as you paint your way through Irenic Verse’s signature two-template experience.
Exhibit Opening : Nostalgia: A Solo Show by Myah Freeman
Artist Myah Freeman debuts her first solo show Nostalgia at The Grand Downtown. The exhibit explores family, strength, and generational impact through the lens of old family photos. Myah’s work honors restoration and Black family history. Free to attend and where you’ll find me!
Dinner with Booker T. at WJCT
Stage Aurora presents a one-man journey through 16 characters shaping Booker T. Washington’s life—part history lesson, part powerhouse performance.
Jax Podcast Camp at WJCT
New and seasoned podcasters can level up at this free half-day camp with breakout tracks, hands-on tips, and a closing panel session.
LOL JAX Film Festival at WJCT
This local comedy fest returns with short films, stand-up, live music, food trucks, and vendors celebrating 9 years of “Love Our Locals” energy.
Maxwell at Vystar Arena
Maxwell has artfully managed to transfix music lovers for more than two decades, releasing five studio albums, all in his own time and all duly anointed as classics. The soul singer redefined soul music in April of 1996 when he released his critically acclaimed debut on Columbia, 'Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite.' It earned Grammy nominations, double platinum status and RIAA gold for the single, "Ascension (Don't Ever Wonder)." The platinum albums 'Embrya' (1998) and 'Now' (2001) followed. After eight years, 2009's 'BLACKsummers'night' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and won two Grammys, including Best R&B Album. To date, Maxwell has achieved 4 platinum album certifications from the RIAA. His last album ‘blackSUMMERS’night,’ the second installment of his musical trilogy, earned Maxwell his third Grammy (Best R&B Song for “Lake By The Ocean”) an NAACP Image Award (Outstanding Male Artist), and a Soul Train Award (Best R&B/Soul Male Artist).
John Legend : Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour
John Legend is back at the St Augustine Amp!
John Legend is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer known for his soulful hits like "All of Me" and "Ordinary People." He's also famous for his charismatic presence on "The Voice" and his activism, making him a true modern-day legend in both music and social justice
Katt Williams
With a career spanning over 20 years, Katt Williams has earned a worldwide reputation as one of today's top entertainers, having developed a career seeded with thousands of sold-out arenas, an expansive list of starring roles on the small screen and memorable performances in major box office hits.
Duval Comic & Zine Fest
Over 90 local zine and comic creators take over the library with DIY publishing workshops, risograph art, Lit Chat, and a mini-zine lab for teens.
Majik Carpet Sessions at Beer:30 San Marco
Vinyl rarities, house beats, and curated vibes return for a one-night record shop and listening party with guest sets and a pint glass giveaway.
The Last Backyard
One final ride through art, food, music, and soul as this beloved local hangout throws a goodbye jam for the books.
Comedy Night w/ Ellen Karis
AHEPA hosts stand-up comic Ellen Karis—best known for her Greek-American takes, three specials, and a stint on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel—for one night only in Arlington. Your ticket covers appetizers, dinner, dessert, and a show, with a cash bar open through the evening. Doors open at 6:30p, comedy starts at 8p. Karis’s delivery hits that balance of sharp and familiar, whether you’re Greek or not.
Rooftop Pool Party with Jax Social at DoubleTree by Hilton
Skyline views, sliders, pool floats, and 60 flags set the stage for Jax Social’s rooftop day party with a DJ, drinks, and extra.
The Playdate at LEVS Park
A recurring, second-Saturday field day series that welcomes all ages to reconnect through play—whether that’s a game of kickball, jump rope, or something new each month. This outdoor gathering focuses on movement, community, and the kind of fun that doesn’t need a screen. Organized by @theplaydatejax, with vendor and sponsor opportunities open year-round.
Pride Market + Film Screening: Can’t Stop Change
Shop local LGBTQ+ makers, catch a climate justice documentary with Hush Hush headphones, and stick around for conversation led by Duval’s own Geexella.
BRAject: Breasts at Brest Opening Reception
Ordinary bras get turned into statement pieces at this annual breast cancer awareness art event. Created by artists, survivors, and supporters, the exhibit blends advocacy with creativity. The opening night reception gives a first look at this year’s lineup, plus an auction to support Pink Ribbon Jax’s free mammogram and imaging services. The display runs through July 9 with online bidding available. Thoughtful, bold, and definitely not your average art show.
Art & Technology Round Table feat. Rafael Lozano-Hemmer at MOCA - POSTPONED
POSTPONED | New Date TBA
Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Michael Nardone are breaking down how digital tools are shifting the way artists create. Expect real-world examples, not vague theory. Lozano-Hemmer’s exhibit Spectral Subjects is currently on display at MOCA, making this one of the few chances to hear him discuss it firsthand. Part of MOCA’s Ideas of Our Time lecture series, free to attend.
T-Pain at Daily's Place
T-Pain’s heading to Daily’s Place for a night full of hits. From “I’m Sprung” to “Buy U a Drank,” expect to hear those tracks that take you back. It’s going to be a night of energy, auto-tune magic, and some serious vibes. Tickets go on sale March 5 at 10 AM, so mark your calendar.
HEAVYWEIGHT: Invitational Figurative Painting Show at Florida Reunion
Curated by Jason John, Heavyweight showcases Jacksonville artists pushing the boundaries of figurative art. The exhibition highlights painters who embraced the human form through representational work with roots in classical training, muralism, and street art. The closing reception marks the final chance to see the work in person, with featured artists exploring themes of portraiture and physical presence in contemporary art.
Yard Smart Cookout – Sip & Shop LAST CALL at Earth Works
Grill’s hot and the advice is free at this wrap-up spring event from Earth Works. Get all your summer lawn questions answered while you sip, snack, and stroll through local vendor booths. It’s the final “Sip & Shop” of the season, with Northeast Florida lawn care experts on hand to help get your yard in shape. Food and drinks are complimentary, and the vibe leans laid-back.
Edgewater Hometeam Walk-a-Thon
A one-mile walk through Jax Beach to raise funds for the Beaches Museum, with food and live music to follow. The walk starts at 11a sharp and the first 75 registrants eat for free. Organized by Steve Williams, the event ties into three generations of local family history. Blanket donations are welcome and 100% of proceeds support the museum. RSVP required—registration includes access to all post-walk activities.
Photo Walk – Jax Photographers Hub
A casual group walk through Jesse Ball DuPont Park (aka Treaty Oak) led by Jax Photographers Hub. Open to all ages and skill levels, with guidance for beginners and plenty of space for seasoned shooters to roam. Bring your own gear—phone or DSLR—and meet by the tree at 10a. Under 16 must be with a guardian. Free to attend, registration encouraged.
Last Fridays: The Fellas at The Cove
Part of the Cove Connect Guest Experience, this month’s Last Fridays event features a live set from local band The Fellas. Expect an open-format evening with signature cocktails, casual venue tours, and no cover at the door. Doors open at 6:30p—early arrival recommended.
ArchWell Health Jacksonville Arlington Center Grand Opening
Jimmy Buffett-themed celebration for the grand opening of ArchWell’s new center for adults 60+. Expect a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local officials, live music, giveaways, and a visit from Jaxon De Ville. Includes tours of the facility, info on health services and classes, plus free food and entertainment. Part of a rollout of six new centers in the Jacksonville area.
Pop-Up Café for Creatives at Luxury Point Studio
Hosted by Sunday Social, this pop-up café brings together a panel of peers—Rakim, Merci, Veronique, Kale, Yany, Jarett, Devin, Rique, China, and Tallia—for real conversation rooted in lived experience. No stage, no script—just coffee, matcha, tea, and music by 93teez in a thoughtfully curated space. The goal is connection over pretense, and creating room for creatives to pour into each other without performance.
Given to Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience
West Palm Beach’s Given to Fly brings a full set of Pearl Jam deep cuts and classics to Café Eleven. Expect everything from “Alive” to “Even Flow,” played loud and straight through. It’s a one-night tribute that leans more concert than cover set. General admission is standing; table seating is reserved.
Jax Photographers Hub: One Shot at a Time
A showcase of local photographers capturing Jacksonville’s neighborhoods, nightlife, and natural spaces from behind the lens. The show runs for one night only and spans a wide range of styles and perspectives. Food trucks will be parked outside, and the event is family friendly. Hosted by Jax Photographers Hub as part of an ongoing series supporting local creatives. Free to attend and open to all.
Jacksonville Water Fight (2-days) at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center
This two-day splash showdown is built for kids and kids-at-heart—expect giant water zones, surprise challenges, music, and enough water guns to soak the Westside. Tickets include access to the Splash Zone, refill stations, and optional arena add-ons with take-home water blasters. Parents and toddlers can join in any time slot, so the whole crew stays included. With food trucks, games, and music on deck, this one’s a guaranteed summer highlight.
AfroSocaLove : Jacksonville One Love Music Show
A late-night cultural showcase with Afrobeats, soca, dancehall, hip hop, and RnB, plus performances from Maga Stories and more. Hosted by AfroSocaLove, the One Love Fest includes Caribbean, African, and Afro-Latin food vendors (think curry chicken, jollof rice, plantain), giveaways, a photo booth, and small businesses set up throughout the venue. Doors at 6p, ages 21+ only.
Jazz Fest After Dark 2025
The official Jacksonville Jazz Fest may wind down each night, but the music keeps going all weekend across downtown’s bars, breweries, and venues. Jazz Fest After Dark returns with four nights of late-night sets spanning jazz, soul, funk, and DJ sets—from legacy players to rising locals.
Friday, May 23
• Albatross – Billy Gilmore and Friends | 9p–1a
• De Real Ting – Eric Carter | 8p–Midnight
• Intuition Ale Works – Amelia Crescendo Big Band | 8:30p–10:30p
• Intuition Ale Works – Few Fellas Brass Band | 11p–12:30a
• Volstead – Pablo & Co. | 9p–1a
Saturday, May 24
• Circuit Arcade Bar – Echo Foxtrot | 9p
• Circuit Arcade Bar – Double Bubble | 10p
• Circuit Arcade Bar – Mercy Mercy | 11p
• Intuition Ale Works – Jazz Jam: The John Lumpkin Trio feat. Ryan Devlin
• Manifest Distillery – Akia Uwanda feat. Jerome Kyles | 8p
• Ruby Beach Brewing
– Jaiquan Tyre | 8:30p
– Sun Lowly | 9:30p
– 1blackfriend | 10:30p
– Dig Dog | 11:30p
• Volstead – Raisin Cake Orchestra | 10p–1a
Sunday, May 25
• Albatross
– Groove Coalition | 9p–10:30p
– Shawn Pfaffman | 11p–12:30a
• Circuit Arcade Bar – JPub & Friends (John Parkerurban & Friends) | 10p–1a
EXHALE: The Lifted Yoga Experience
A bi-monthly wellness series from Ori Lotus Yoga that blends yoga, sound bath therapy, journaling, and herbal care in a 420-friendly space. This session features guided movement and mindfulness from @orilotusyoga and @toukthehealer, plus a live poetry performance by Moses West. Expect holistic vendors offering teas, natural remedies, and more. Bring a mat, your journal, and whatever you need to slow down and tune in.
Boudreau Wine & Co. Grand Opening
Celebrate the launch of Boudreau Wine & Co. with an evening of wine tasting and art. Guests can sample 16 small-production wines, mingle with fellow wine lovers, and view an exclusive exhibition by Noah Mackenzie. Ticket includes entry, tastings, and access to free venue parking. Ages 21+ only.
Spotlight on the Creative Mastery of Susanne Schuenke at The Vault
Opening night for a solo exhibition featuring the internationally acclaimed works of Susanne Schuenke. With roots in Germany and a career that bridges Europe and the U.S., her paintings draw from classical training and global influences to create layered, contemporary pieces. Schuenke will guide two Saturday tours of the exhibit on May 24 (11a–12p and 2p–3p), with a special $0.75 print offer for kids 12 and under. Exhibition remains open select days through May 31.
Still Life Paintings by Julianna O’Hara (Opening Reception)
Julianna O’Hara’s solo show opens with a collection that zooms in on stillness—ordinary objects, lit just right, made quietly beautiful. It’s all about texture, light, and restraint, shown through her own lens. The space is fully accessible, both physically and vibe-wise. First Coast Cultural Center is keeping it free and open to the public, and the full exhibition runs through July 25.
“Pair-O-Deez” Red Carpet Premiere at Regal Avenues
A new dramedy from Duval native Chad Hendricks gets the big-screen treatment with a red carpet rollout. Pair-O-Deez follows a corporate guitarist stuck between grief, addiction, and an offbeat dream he’s trying not to lose. The film stars Clayton Miller, Karen “KK” Cherney, and Johnny C. Thomas Jr. Doors open at 7p with the screening starting at 8p. It’s the 14th feature for Hendricks, and the first to premiere right here in Jax.
At the Ballet - Symphony in 60
A 60-minute program merging classical music with contemporary ballet, featuring the Jacksonville Symphony, Florida Ballet, and Jacksonville Dance Theatre. Conducted by Kevin Fitzgerald, the performance includes La follia (The Madness) by Francesco Geminiani and Dvořák’s Serenade for Strings. Expect a lively pre-show lobby scene and conductor-led insights throughout the program.
Cooking Class Chinese Takeout from a Chinese Food Expert
Led by the team at Blue Bamboo, this hands-on class walks you through how to recreate Chinese takeout favorites using classic techniques and ingredients. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to level up your home cooking, this one’s built for skill-sharing and flavor-building. You’ll leave with recipes, techniques, and a few dishes that probably won’t make it to leftovers.
Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2025 | The Roots, Janelle Monae, +
Memorial Day weekend means four days of live jazz, and this year’s lineup is stacked. Kool & The Gang, Janelle Monáe, The Roots, Trombone Shorty, Maysa, Spyro Gyra, and Tank and the Bangas are all hitting the stage. The Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition kicks things off on Thursday at Florida Theatre. Whether you’re into smooth sax, funky brass, or experimental fusion, there’s a set for you. Bring a chair, stay a while.