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National Pizza Day
National Pizza Day is February 9th so it's time for you to plan where you'll get your slice(or two). Check out our pizza guide which features some spots to get some pizza.
Weekend Guide 10+ Things to do in Jax this Weekend
- February 9, 2022
This week has events for everybody! Food lovers should check out National Pizza Day. Theres the Chasing Tail 5k & Forever Vets Fun Run(dogs included) or the Cupid’s Undie Run! There are many markets happening where you can shop local. It is almost Super Bowl Sunday which means you've gotta make plans for the big game. The Icemen and UNF Basketball will be playing games this week as well. Celebrate your special someone or gal pals and show them how much you care. Check out the concerts and shows happening this week, which isn't a bad idea with this colder weather. Plan ahead with our upcoming events section so you schedule your month!
The Firebird — Sym 60
When: 2/10 -2/11
Where: Times Union Center for the Performing Arts
Myths and legends take flight in this program. From the Fairy King and Queen of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to the rising phoenix of Stravinsky’s ultimate Russian fairytale, The Firebird, every note from the stage is sure to paint a colorful picture.
Women’s Wellness Fest
When: 2/12
Ladies, grab your yoga mat and reusable water bottle and head to Seawalk Pavillion for a full day of wellness! A day of classes, shopping, and a gourmet lunch, you’ll love practicing meditation, yoga, Pilates, and listening to speakers with topics like how to live your life with intention alongside 300 other women! Feel empowered, supported and connected in this fun, no-judgement zone that requires zero experience, just an open mind!
Hogan’s Creek Fest
When: 2/12 10AM-2PM
Where: Klutho Park
Groundwork Jacksonville invites the community to spend an afternoon in beautiful Klutho Park for Hogans Creek Fest! The event will include music, free food, family activities, demonstrations from area nonprofits and the chance to see preliminary plans for the Hogans Creek restoration.
Chasing Tail 5k & Forever Vets Fun Run
When: 2/12
Join Kanine Social on February 12th for a doggone good time! Kanine Social is excited to bring you the inaugural Chasing Tail 5K and Forever Vets Fun Run, supporting the Jacksonville Humane Society. Fang from the Jacksonville Icemen will be pacing along for the 1-mile fun run! This is a dog friendly run, so bring your dog to run or walk with you or let your dog hangout at Kanine Social’s private dog park with a friend while you race.
The courses will start and finish at Kanine Social and the 5K will consist of 2 loops.
Cupid’s Undie Run!
When: 2/12 12PM-4PM
Where: Lynch’s Irish Pub
Get ready for the cheekiest way to don your knickers in public- the Cupid’s Undie Run!
Head to Lynch’s Irish Pub to kick off the event with a party, followed by a “brief” run- literally! Once the run is done- back to partying!
This fun run benefits those affected by NF, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and affects 1 in every 3,000 births.
Family Movie Night with the Jumbo Shrimp
When: 2/12 at 5PM
Where: 121 Financial Ballpark
It is movie night at the ballpark! Come view Red Tails presented by @duvalschools African American History Task Force & Parent Academy. The best part is tickets start at $1!
Margaret St. Studios: Sip and Shop
When: 2/12 11-5PM
Where: Margaret St. Studios
Indulge in light brunch bites and delicious libations while checking out their collaborative artist and retail space. @theinventoryroom and @thegreenhousejax will be open for shopping and @michaelwalther333 @art_of_mere and @ashleywoodsonbailey will have their studios open, too!
Grab a friend and come hang out from 11am-5pm. The champagne will be flowing
Lift Every Voice and Sing at JWJ Park
When: 2/12 11-4PM
Where: James Welson Johnson Park
Join Historic Stanton at James Weldon Johnson Park for the 122nd anniversary celebration of James Weldon Johnson’s song Lift Every Voice and Sing. A presentation will be held from 11:30am to 12:15pm, culminating in the group singing of Lift Every Voice and Sing at 12:15pm. Stick around afterwards for music and a block party featuring local vendors, the Nan NkamaPan-African Drum and Dance Ensemble, live music, and more!
Galentine’s Market at Wicked Barley
When: 2/12 4-10PM
Where: Wicked Barley
Live music, beer, and shopping are what you can expect at Wicked Barley’s Galentine’s Market. The Band Be Easy will be performing at 7. What a perfect day to spend with friends!
Loving You: A Self Wellness Experience
When: 2/13 11-3PM
Where: The Lobby Jax
Looking for some self love? The Lobby Jax is hosting an incredible event including yoga, meditation,sound bath, live music, and pop up vendors. Proceeds go to Here Tommorow, alocal mental health organization. Also they are serving $3 Mimosas and $5 bloodys from 1-3PM!
Fourth Annual Puppy Bowl
When: 2/13 1-4PM
Where: Kanine Social
Regular season football is coming to an end, which can only mean one thing...it's PUPPY BOWL TIME!
In the past 3 years, Kanine Social Puppy Bowl has drafted over 100 puppies onto 4 teams for their chance at the Vince Lombarki Trophy! These past competitors paved the way for the next generation of Jacksonville puppies to compete on the Kanine Social turf. Be sure to read their site for registration information!
Culhane’s Irish Pub: Big Watch Party
Where: Culhane’s Irish Pub
When: 2/13
It is time for the Super Bowl! If you are looking to escape your couch come to Culhane’s for food and drink deals along with plenty of screens to enjoy the game.
Surfer Super Bowl Hotdog Eating Contest
When: 2/13 5-6PM
Where: Surfer the Bar
You think you have what it takes to win a hot dog eating contest? Come watch the Super Bowl and join the contest as well.
Dancing with the Stars – Live
When: 2/15
Where: Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
America’s favorite dance show is coming to Jacksonville with “Dancing with the Stars – Live Tour 2022!” Joining the tour for the performance in Jacksonville is the co-host and former star of The Bachelorette, Dancing With The Stars Champion, Kaitlyn Bristowe!
ALTON BROWN LIVE: BEYOND THE EATS
When: 2/16 at 7:30
Where: Florida Theatre
Alton Brown is hitting the road with a new culinary variety show. Audiences can expect more comedy, more music, more highly unusual cooking demos, and more potentially dangerous sciencey stuff. Prepare for an evening unlike any other and if Brown calls for volunteers… think twice.
Riverside Arts Market
When: Saturdays 10-3
Where: 715 Riverside Ave
Enjoy local makers, artists, and farmers under the bridge. It’s free and pet friendly. Bring some friends and enjoy the market rain or shine.
Amphitheatre Farmers Market
When: Saturdays 8:30AM-12:30PM
Where: St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Come check out the Amphitheatre Farmers Market each Saturday under the oaks for local, fresh food, produce straight from the farm, handmade arts and crafts, and live entertainment! Special events and features take place each week, check the individual event listings to see what's coming up!
UNF Basketball
Where: UNF Arena
Come enjoy the UNF Ospreys play this season. Bring your family and friends and cheer on the Ospreys. Check out their home games below. SWOOP!
UNF Men's Basketball vs Bellarmine 2/9 7PM
UNF Men's Basketball vs Liberty 2/15 7PM
UNF Men's Basketball vs FGCU 2/19 5PM
Jacksonville Icemen Games
Where: Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena
Check out the upcoming games at home for the Icemen!
Jacksonville Icemen vs Swamp Rabbits 2/12 at 7PM
Jacksonville Icemen vs South Carolina Stingrays 2/20 at 3PM
Jacksonville Icemen vs Norfolk Admirals 2/23 at 7PM
Jacksonville Icemen vs Florida Everblades 2/25 at 7PM
Community First Igloo Ice Skating
We may live in Florida, but that doesn’t mean we can’t ice skate! Check out the schedule to plan a day. What a perfect experience for all ages.
Ernest Nickel
Giants Basketball
Attention all basketball fans! Come see the Giants play this season. They have plenty of home games to choose from. Check out their website to see their full schedule and pick a game! Call (904) 355-6531 for tickets.
Sun Ray Cinema
Need a new movie theatre to check out? Sun Ray Cinema offers a theatre in Five Points, but they also have another location with drive in movies! Tickets are $25 and you can purchase in advance.
The Yards
FREE GOLF & BEER! Golfers, listen up!
Now through the end of the year - Mention 904 Happy Hour at @PlayTheYards, Ponte Vedra’s Newest Golf Course and get a complimentary beer and cart (FOR FREE) *Valid for all first time visitors!
Located inside the gates of TPC Sawgrass, The Yards is Ponte Vedra Beach’s newest outdoor sports and social venue. The Yards features an innovative and breath-taking 12-hole golf course, the first of its kind in North Florida. The Patio Pavilion is NOW OPEN and ready to host your fun events + Construction is underway for The Yards’ state of the art Pickleball Facility… more on that coming soon! Book a tee time and learn more by calling: (904) 285-5552
Chophouse 13
HAPPY HOUR ALERT!
What can we say- we love us some Happy Hours!
One of the best places to go for an amazing steak also does an amazing deal from Monday - Saturday from 4pm to 6:30pm! Head to The Oak Bar inside @chophousethirteen and enjoy HALF PRICE WINGS + CH13 POUTINE! (Half priced means you don’t have to feel guilty buying two!)
Of course, there are drink specials such as $4 Platinum Lemon Drop Shots, $4 Fireball Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots, $4 Well Liquors, + more!
We’ll see you there!
Guys and Dolls
When: 1/13-2/13
Need a perfect way to spend a chilly night? Check out Alhambra Theatre where you can dine and enjoy a show! Now playing is Guys and Dolls
“In desperate need of a place to hold his infamous floating craps game, notorious gambler Nathan Detroit will do almost anything to protect his reputation. Enter the suave Sky Masterson and mission worker Sarah Brown, who may provide just the distraction he needs.”
Galentine's Day
Photo: @904picnicco
Don’t know what to do with your favorite gal pals for Galentine’s Day? We’ve got your back! We put together a list of incredible spots you can take your friends in JAX to celebrate your girl-power friendships, throughout February and throughout the year! This list is perfect for any girls’ day out. Bring your friends, bring your mom, bring your sisters, we’ve got some spots to check off!
Felix Apartments
An impeccable clubhouse with private executive offices + computers , 24 hour health gym, resort-style pool with poolside lounge + TVs + WIFI, TWO courtyards, screened-in patios, elevators, smart home electronic entry… the list goes on! They offer 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and have brand new ones ready for you! And because they’re that awesome, they’re giving new residents one month’s rent FREE!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Discover Fort Mose: Jazz and Blues Series
Where: 15 Fort Mose Trail
When: 2/16- 2/26
In the course of two weekends, from February 18-26, 2022, world-class artists like Tank & The Bangas and Gregory Porter will grace our stages to celebrate these two incredible genres of music at Fort Mose Historic State Park. Proceeds from this event will support construction of an on-site fort representation and development of interpretive resources. The original fort was destroyed during the Battle of Bloody Mose in 1740.
The Play that Goes Wrong
When: 2/17-3/13
Where: Alhambra Theatre
One of the best parts about live theater is that anything can happen, but what about when EVERYTHING happens? Laugh along with the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery, while beset with disasters.
Jacksonville International Auto Show
When: 2/17-2/20
Where: Prime Osborn Convention Center
Florida’s premier auto show is returning to the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Guests can sit behind the steering wheel, or just climb in, and enjoy the comfort and amenities of the most modern car and truck interiors. From luxury to rugged, 2022 models continue to become more electrifying, efficient, enhanced and economical.
Beethoven to Brahms
When: 2/18-2/19
Where: Times Union Center for the Performing Arts
Have you ever stepped into shoes you felt you could never fill? Imagine the crushing feeling Brahms – and all of his contemporaries for that matter – felt trying to write a symphony after Beethoven’s Ninth. It wasn’t until Brahms was in his mid-40s that he felt ready to present his very first to the world, but it was certainly worth the wait. Brilliant German conductor Markus Stenz makes his Jacksonville Symphony premiere in an evening filled with the power and expressive lyricism of Brahms’ First Symphony along with the most popular of Beethoven’s overtures to his lone surviving opera, now known as Fidelio.
The St. Augustine Spanish Food + Wine Festival
When: 2/24-2/26
Attn: Wine, food, + culture lovers! The St. Augustine Spanish Food + Wine Festival returns this February! Held on the grounds of the beautiful Flagler College + Lightner Museum, the Spanish Food + Wine Fest will feature over 100 Spanish wines, and tapas from some of the best restaurants in the Oldest City, like Michael’s Tasting Room, Blackfly + Collage.. to name a few!With 3 different experiences on 3 different days, Feb. 24-26, there’s something fit for you!
Music in Avondale
When: 2/25 6-9PM
Where: St. Johns Ave in Avondale
Music in Avondale is the perfect way for you to jam while supporting local businesses and artists! Get your groove on and dance the night away.
World of Nations
When: 2/26 and 2/27
Where: Metropolitan Park
This is a must see for foodies and shoppers. World of Nations brings tasty food and drinks from all over the world to one place! They also have merchandise for sale and live music performances. Countries participating in the World of Nations Celebration include: The Bahamas, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Ghana, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Nigeria, Palestine, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Spain, St. Lucia, Turkey, U.S.A., U.S. Virgin Islands and Venezuela. Come travel the world without leaving!
Sneakerfete
When: 2/26 12-5PM
Where: UNF Adam W. Herbert University Center
Calling all Sneakerheads! This is an event you will not want to miss. Sneakerfete is back and allows you to buy, sell, and trade your shoes. You can buy tickets at the door or online, but you’ll save if purchased in advance.
Riverside Craft Beer Fest
When: 2/27 from 1-4
Where: Fuller Warren Bridge
Save the date for the 8th Annual Riverside Craft Beer Fest. At the festival, sample over 100 craft beers, enjoy live music, enjoy great food + more! All proceeds benefit Community Hospice & Palliative Care Pedscare!
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Downtown Dance Series
When: 2/27 7PM-10PM
Where: Underbelly
Crescendo Amelia is proud to announce eight spectacular and memorable evenings across Northeast Florida. This series will feature our 9-piece band in Jacksonville, and our 14-piece band on Amelia Island. Perfect for dancing or just enjoying the sounds of a classic big band with a modern flair, these events offer a variety of music from the 1920’s through the 2000’s. Food & drink are available at both locations for purchase. A variety of ticketing options are available online including student, senior, and reserved VIP tables. Singer line-up TBA.
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Boozy Cauldron Tavern
Where: The Historic Apothecary
When: 3/4 and 3/5
The Boozy Cauldron Tavern is popping up in Jacksonville for a 4-part Cocktail Experience and show led by Witches and Wizards. You will be taken on a magical journey where you can imbibe on the four delicious signature cocktails (including the tavern's old-fashioned buttered beer) and hear and feel the stories.
Gate River Run
Where: Duval St.
When: 3/ 5
Have you been considering running a 5K or 15K ? We have just the event for you! They might seem intimidating, but fear not because all are welcome. They have a 5K for charity or a 15K which you line up based on your mile time. Whatever your goal is, you can meet it!
Inaugural Phenomenal Women Pop-Up!
When: 3/5
Where: TAE on Talbot
Preceding International Women’s Day, this pop-up was created to be an uplifting market for the boss babes of Jacksonville to share their talent, creativity, and passion with us, while being filled with experiences for attendees!
