Weekend Guide 10+ Things to do in Jax this Weekend

  • by Catherine Tortorici
  • November 6, 2023

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend in the 904? From live music to thrilling rides and delicious drinks, we've got all the recommendations you need. Explore our curated list of events, which includes fairs, festivals, concerts, parades, and even chances to contribute to your community. Don't forget to share your weekend stories with us by tagging @904happyhour!

11/7- 11/12: Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair

Tuesday, November 7 - Sunday, November 12

Jacksonville Fairgrounds

Head on over to the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair!  Enjoy classic fair food along with thrilling rides! Be sure to check out their deal days which include college night, two-fer night, and more!

Get Information

11/9: Encanto

Thursday, November 9, 6 - 10 PM

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts Center

Join us for an enchanted evening at the Encanto sing-along concert on November 9th! Just imagine, belting out tunes and living out our magical familia dreams! 

Get Tickets

11/9: Chris Young

Thursday, November 9, 7 PM

St. Augustine Amp

Multi-platinum global entertainer Chris Young has accumulated an impressive list of accomplishments, including membership in the iconic Grand Ole Opry, over 5 Billion on-demand streams, 13 career No. 1 singles, 24 R.I.A.A. certified projects and numerous ACM, AMA, CMA and Grammy nominations, as well as wins for Performance of the Year and Collaborative Video of the Year at the CMT Music Awards. 

Get Tickets

11/11: VETERANS DAY HERO WOD - CHAD 1000X

Saturday, November 11, 8 AM

CrossFit Total Control 

FITNESS FOR A CAUSE 

This Saturday, CrossFit Total Control (Beaches) will be hosting Hero VETERANS DAY HERO WOD - CHAD 1000X - Veteran Suicide Prevention workout + event with @goruck 

Sara Wilkinson, GORUCK, and CrossFit present the hero workout “Chad 1000X” - in honor of Navy SEAL Chad Wilkinson who took his life on October 29, 2018, due to the effects of numerous deployments, several TBIs, blast wave injuries, and PTSD. Their goal is to honor Chad’s life and legacy and to raise awareness for suicide prevention.

Get Information

11/11: Veterans Day Parade Presented by The Law Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A.

Saturday, November 11, 11:01 AM

Downtown Jax

This patriotic parade features grand marshals, senior military officials, active-duty and retired military, veterans groups, local high school marching bands, decorative floats, giant balloons, JROTC units, and more!

Get Information

11/11: Salute to Veterans 5K

Saturday, November 11, 4:30 PM

610 E Bay St.

The 5K takes 750+ runners along the beautiful St. Johns River and through parts of downtown Jacksonville; at the same time family, friends, and spectators are enjoying our large family-oriented Race Village complete with food, drinks, bounce houses, several games, and assorted activities.

Get Information

11/10 - 11/12: Super Girl Surf Pro

Friday, November 10 - Sunday, November 12

Seawalk Pavilion

Super Girl Surf Pro is a showcase for women in sports, developed as a celebration of female strength and empowerment, featuring a surf competition, skateboarding, beach volleyball, beach lacrosse, beach soccer, Esports and DJ's! There will also be free fitness activities, live music, a female art exhibition, gaming lounge, female comedians, food trucks, a beer & seltzer garden, and more!⁠

Get Information

11/10 - 11/11: Native American Arts Festival 

Friday, November 10 & Saturday, November 11

MOSH 

The first event of its kind in Jacksonville, Florida, MOSH’s Native American Arts Festival will be a two-day, immersive educational experience of Indigenous art and culture. Optional VIP tickets are available for Day 1 (November 10) only in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium featuring incredible dance and music performances and a meet & greet/Q&A with World-Champion Native American Dancer and Creative Director of Native Pride Productions, Larry Yazzie! Cash bar (by suggested donation) and appetizers are included with VIP tickets.

Get Tickets

11/11: Moonlight Market

Saturday, November 11 

73 San Marco Ave.

This outdoor market features, local items, live music, and so much more. Shoppers will find small-batch honey, candles, silver jewelry with precious minerals and rocks, retro décor, and up-cycled goods, to name a few. All beneath breathtaking twinkle lights and paper lanterns.⁠

Get Information

11/12: Jax Greek Fest

Saturday, November 10 - Sunday, November 12

12760 Beach Blvd. 

 There will be food, fun, and a cultural experience for the entire family. Enjoy authentic food & desserts that you won't want to miss!

Get Information

11/12: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. San Francisco 49ers

Sunday, November 12, 1 PM

Everbank Stadium

DUUVALL, we've missed the Jags! They are back against the 49ers on our home turf.

Plus this weekend they are hosting a Blood Drive on 11/10 to get a free ticket to their game against the Panthers!

Get Tickets

Support & Volunteer in Jacksonville 

First Coast Surfrider

Get Information

Timucuan Parks Foundation

Get Information

Feeding Northeast Florida

Get Information

Mental Health Awareness

Get Information

Special Olympics Florida

Get Information

Jacksonville Humane Society

Get Information

Clara White Mission - Daily Feeding Volunteering

Get Information

Women's Center of Jacksonville

Get Information

Photo: Kirkwood Presbyterian

Curated Guides

Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Farms and Corn Mazes

Read the Guide

BBQ Guide

Read the Guide

Waterfront Guide

Read the Guide

Springs Guide

Read the Guide

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

Read the Guide

Farmers Markets in the 904

Read the Guide

Brewery Guide

Read the Guide

Concerts in Town

WJCT Music Calendar

Get Information

Sports in Town

11/8: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates

Get Tickets

11/11: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Atlanta Gladiators

Get Tickets

More Events 

11/9: Untold Stories - Fall

Get Tickets

Tuesdays: Free Yoga

Get Information

Tuesdays: Free Riverfront Zumba Class

Get Information

Museums and Activities

National Geographic Beyond King Tut Exhibit

Get Tickets

MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art)

Get Information

MOSH (Museum of Science & History)

Get Information

Jacksonville Zoo

Get Information

Cummer Museum

Get Information

Sun- Ray Cinema

Get Information

Plan Ahead

11/15: Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays

Get Tickets

11/17: In This Moment & Ice Nine Kills: Kiss of Death Tour

Get Tickets

11/17: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Get Tickets

11/18: Mckenzie's Run

Get Information

11/18 - 1/31: Nights of Lights St. Augustine

Get Information

11/18: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Get Tickets

11/19: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans

Get Tickets

11/23: Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays

Get Tickets

11/24: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Florida Everblades

Get Tickets

11/24: Theory of a Deadman & Skillet: Rock Resurrection Tour

Get Tickets

11/25: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates

Get Tickets

11/29: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears

Get Tickets

12/2:  Jacksonville Icemen vs. Trois - Rivieres Lions

Get Tickets

12/4: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Get Tickets

12/16:  Jacksonville Icemen vs. South Carolina Stingrays

Get Tickets

12/17: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Baltimore Ravens

Get Tickets

12/28: Maroon 5

Get Tickets

SIGN UP FOR THE 904 REPORT

Join over 70,000 North Floridian's that receive our weekly newsletter.



Trust us, It's good!

Related Articles