Weekend Guide 10+ Things to do in Jax this Weekend

  • by Catherine Tortorici
  • January 2, 2024

DUUVALL! If you're searching for some weekend fun, we've got you covered with an awesome selection of activities. Check out our curated list of events, including festivals, shows, holiday lights, and even chances to give back to the community. Don't forget to share your weekend adventures with us by tagging @904happyhour!⁠

1/3: Downtown Jax Art Walk

Wednesday, January 3, 5 - 9 PM

Downtown Jacksonville

If you’ve never been to Art Walk, you can expect a night of artists, creatives, vendors, food trucks, and live music! As you stroll, check out the businesses along the way! Head to Hush Hush Silent Disco after at Ruby Beach to dance the night away.

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1/5: Elvis Birthday Bash

Friday, January 5, 7 PM

Florida Theatre

World-class Elvis impersonators Mike Albert and Scot Bruce, along with the Big E Band, return to the Florida Theatre to celebrate Elvis' 89th Birthday Bash!

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1/5 & 1/6: The Drive-in Laser Light Show - Jacksonville 

Friday, January 5 & Saturday, January 6

Northeast Florida Fairgrounds

Enjoy two nights of 360-degree laser shows, concert-quality sound, and food trucks for $39 per carload. Experience over 20 high-powered lasers and top music hits. Get your prepaid Car Pass ready for scanning, and mark your calendar for a weekend of unforgettable light and music fusion!

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1/5 & 1/6: Rhapsody in Blue & Rachmaninoff

Friday, January 5 & Saturday, January 6, 7:30 PM

Jacksonville Symphony

The Symphony's throwing a big bash for "Rhapsody in Blue's" 100th birthday! Pianist Conrad Tao is back to rock Gershwin's jazzy classic, and he's not stopping there – he'll also tackle Rachmaninoff's Fourth Piano Concerto. 

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1/7: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Ballet

Sunday, January 7, 3 PM

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts 

Watch a charming story for all ages with the beautiful grandeur of classical ballet and the promise of a happily ever after! Performed by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, with a troupe of 50 amazing ballet dancers, we guarantee you'll be AMAZED! 

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1/5: Retro Night at the Jacksonville Icemen

Friday, January 5, 7 PM

Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena

Don't miss out on Retro Night with Keg & Coin where the Icemen will take on the Ghost Pirates! They have a ticket deal where you will get a ticket along with a memorial puck.

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Now - 1/31: Nights of Lights St. Augustine

Now - Wednesday, January 31

St. Augustine

Night of Lights has returned for the season! Stroll around St. Augustine and take in the gorgeous views.

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Support and Volunteer in Jacksonville 

First Coast Surfrider

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Timucuan Parks Foundation

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Feeding Northeast Florida

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Mental Health Awareness

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Special Olympics Florida

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Jacksonville Humane Society

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Clara White Mission - Daily Feeding Volunteering

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Women's Center of Jacksonville

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Curated Guides

The Ultimate Jacksonville Coffee Guide: 60+ Jax Coffee Shops by Neighborhood

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Farmers Markets in the 904

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Brewery Guide

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Concerts in Town

WJCT Music Calendar

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More Events 

Tuesdays: Free Yoga

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Tuesdays: Free Riverfront Zumba Class

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Museums and Activities

National Geographic Beyond King Tut Exhibit

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MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art)

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MOSH (Museum of Science & History)

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Jacksonville Zoo

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Cummer Museum

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Sun- Ray Cinema

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Plan Ahead

1/9: The Cher Show

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1/10: AEW DYNAMITE & RAMPAGE

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1/12: Winter Jam 2024

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1/12: Direct from Sweden: The Music of ABBA

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1/12 & 1/13: Women Rock! The Music of Carole King, Pat Benatar, Heart & More

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1/12: Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays

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1/13: Greenville Swamp Rabbits @ Jacksonville Icemen

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1/14: REZA: Edge of Illusion

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1/19: A Journey from Bach to Beethoven - Symphony in 60

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1/19 - 1/21: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents The Greatest Show On Earth

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1/20: Shanghai Circus

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1/26: Birthday Bash 2024 : Ladies Edition

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1/27: Savannah Ghost Pirates @ Jacksonville Icemen

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1/27: Little Big Run

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1/31: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Florida Everblades

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2/2: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Atlanta Gladiators

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2/3: Jackie

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2/7: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears

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2/17: ROD STEWART

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