Jacksonville Festivals & Shows

The city of Jacksonville loves a good party, as you can see from this list of Jacksonville festivals and events. Plenty of food, crafts and entertainment can be found at any of these popular festivals, where residents and visitors alike mix and mingle, creating a good time for all.

Raise a toast to the crafts people who brew and refine until they come up with the perfect concoction. At the annual Craft and Import Beer Festival every May, you can taste samples from over 35 different breweries with more than 200 beers. Local restaurant dishes and live music will also be on hand.

Address: 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32202 - MAP
Phone: (904) 630-3900
Web: www.beerfestjax.com

It's a real scene at the annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival every May, where some of the greatest regional and national jazz acts get together for memorable jams. Multiple stages, plus the Wine Down Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show happen at the same time.

Web: www.visitjacksonville.com

What could be better than a cool drink in hand, strolling the beachfront and listening to the sweet pings of steel drums? Head over to the Jacksonville Caribbean Carnival each September and you'll feel transported to the islands. Enjoy great music, food, crafts and entertainment.

Address: Metropolitan Park, 1410 Gator Bowl Blvd.,
Jacksonville, FL 32202 - MAP
Phone: (904) 465-1989
Web: www.jacksonvillecarnival.com

Visit nations around the earth at the World of Nations Celebration. Explore the diversity of the planet and its many different cultures. The celebration showcases food, arts, music and more. More than 30 countries are represented in this weekend affair, every April and May.

Web: www.coj.net

The arts takes center stage at the annual Mandarin Arts Festival every Easter Weekend in the historic community. If it can be created, it's on display here. Browse through paintings, jewelry, pottery, photography, sculptures and more. Also featured are a kid's art show, green market and an Easter egg hunt.

Address: 12447 Mandarin Rd., Jacksonville, Fl, 32223 - MAP
Web: www.mandarincommunityclub.org

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