From live events and holiday festivities to food, fun, and family-friendly activities, we’ve rounded up the best ways to make the most of your weekend in Jax. Whether you’re looking for a night out, an outdoor adventure, or something festive, there’s something for everyone!
Get ready, Jacksonville! Come cheer on the Icemen and be part of an amazing night of hockey, fun, and community. From the first puck drop to the final horn, your energy makes a difference — so bring your voices and show the team what hometown support looks like!
Virginia & Mizzou will face off in the 81st Annual TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on Saturday, Saturday, December 27th at 7:30 PM on the Bill Gay Grounds at Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium!
Don’t miss one of our favorite holiday traditions plus special this year, the game will be PRIMETIME on ABC! There will also be a Pep Rally at Deck The Chairs on Friday, December 26 & their New Years Eve 5k in downtown Jacksonville!
Deck the Chairs & Holiday Market transforms Jacksonville Beach into a bright, coastal winter wonderland. The iconic lifeguard chairs are decorated with creative, larger-than-life light displays, turning the beach into a glowing walk-through experience. Alongside the lights, the Holiday Market features local makers, seasonal treats, gift vendors, and festive activities for all ages. It’s a uniquely Jax tradition — part art installation, part holiday celebration — perfect for an evening stroll, photos, and supporting local businesses.
Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is thrilled to announce the launch of a SECOND Touring Company and an All-New Production “FAR BEYOND.” The show will play at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, December 18, 2025 – January 4, 2026. The magical experience that is the signature of Venardos Circus from the moment you enter the tent remains, but with new acts, music, and a different dream to share.
Don’t miss Colors of the Wild — select nights November through February at the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens! Wander through larger-than-life lanterns that bring the wild to life — from deep-sea creatures to African savannas and mystical Asian legends!
JAX Artist Walk on Ice makes its debut this winter, becoming the coolest place to be. Enjoy skating surrounded by lights, music, and holiday magic, plus a festive market featuring local artists and makers every Friday through Sunday.
Chart-topping hits, undeniable chemistry, and a live show that delivers every time. The Jonas Brothers take the stage at Daily’s Place in Jacksonville on December 30 — don’t miss it.
From dazzling Christmas light displays to festive markets, pop-up holiday bars, concerts, and charity events — here’s everything happening this season. Save this list to plan your nights and make the most of the holidays!
The glow returns to St. Augustine as millions of white lights transform the nation’s oldest city. Night of Lights kicks off the holiday season with timeless charm, twinkling streets, and waterfront views unlike anywhere else in Florida.
The vibes are on point at Decca Live & Sip Cocktail Bar— where live music meets crafted cocktails. Come for the sound, stay for the sip.
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Grey Matter Holiday Bar
Miracle Pop Up at Grape and Grain
Starts 11/24: Beauclerc Christmas Lights - 3710 Beauclerc Road
11/28- 12/28: Glowing Gardens
Starts 11/27: Smith's Lights on Rue - 4930 Rue St
Starts 11/28: Blackhawk Bluff Drive-Thru - 1419 Yamasi Trail
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 28th - January 18th: Riverside Holiday Market
Select Weekends in December: German Christmas Market at Buchner's Bierhalle
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 28th - January 18th: Riverside Holiday Market
WJCT Music Calendar
MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art)
MOSH (Museum of Science & History)
Jacksonville Zoo
Cummer Museum
1/11: Winter Jam
1/12: MANILOW: The Last Jacksonville Concert
1/16-1/19: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth
1/22: GHOST: Skeletour World Tour 2026
2/6 - 2/15: Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series
2/7: Nine Inch Nails - Peel It Back Tour 2026
3/28: Spring Fling
12/28: WWE Holiday Tour Live
12/29: The Grinch (2018) and Feeding Northeast Florida
12/30: Sporting JAX vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC
12/31: The Bank of America New Year’s Eve Run
12/31: NOON Years Eve
12/31: Early Bird NYE at Legacy
12/31: Ring in the New Year at Top Dawg Tavern!
12/31: NYE 26 at Decca Live
12/31: Mayport Brewing Co. NYE Party
12/31: New Year’s Eve Countdown at Citri San Marco
12/31: Rewind: The Ultimate 2000s NYE Rave
12/31: 2026 New Year's Party at 2nd Bay Brewing
12/31: New Year’s Eve Fireworks
12/31: Deerwood Castle New Year Celebration
12/31: 2026 New Year's Eve Ship Bash Mandalla Band
12/31: Cowford Chophouse Ticketed NYE Rooftop Event
12/31: New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
12/31: 2026 JAX NYE GALA
12/31: New Years Eve 2026: Black and Gold Affair at Myth Nightclub
12/31: Casa Maria NYE
1/1: Free Community Yoga at the Fountain
1/03: Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays
1/04: Jaguars vs. Titans
1/7: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits
1/7: First Wednesday Art Walk
1/9: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears
1/23: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates
1/24: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Iowa Heartlanders
1/25: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Iowa Heartlanders
1/31: Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays
3/7: Jacksonville Food & Wine Festival
