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14July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

AMC Summer Movie Camp

Revisit some of your favorite Illumination films for just $3+tax every Monday and Wednesday! Two Showtimes: 11:00am & 2:00pm

Color Me Mine Mini Monday!

Mini Monday! $3 Studio Fees for Preschoolers all day!

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Story and Song Bookstore Bistro Summer Hobby Hours

Just in this week—our Kids Summer Hobby Hour Workshops are now LIVE on our website! Spots fill up fast, so ...

Jax Cooking Studio French Macarons: Summer Cooking for Older Kids

Our Monday evening Summer Cooking Series for Older Kids is the perfect way to get a break from the Florida ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: JAX Cooking Studio: 14035 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32224
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: jaxcookingstudio.com
  • Category: Classes

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

15July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Stroller Safari

Pack up the stroller, put on your walking shoes and bring your little one on an early learning adventure as ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

Barnes and Noble St Johns Town Center Storytime

Join us for Storytime each Saturday at 1:30PM. With different books read by our seasoned storyteller, Mrs. Donna, each week ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Flight Adventure Park Family Night

Every Tuesday from 4pm-8pm, you can enjoy our park activities at an unbelievably affordable price of JUST $40 for 60 ...

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

Community First Igloo Summer Family Night

SUMMER SKATE NIGHTS ARE HERE! Extra 30 minutes of skating every Tuesday & Thursday!

16July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Chick-fil-A Beach and Hodges Summer Cow Party

Time to get udderly excited — you're invited to our Moo-velous Cow Party! July 16th 9:30am-11:30am Come dressed in your finest cow print ...

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: The Wild Robot

The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot—ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short — that is shipwrecked on an ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Jax Tours Junior Explorer Summer Tour

Embark on an exciting adventure with our Junior Explorer Summer Tour! This interactive tour is designed to spark curiosity and ...

Regal Summer Movie Express

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If ...

AMC Summer Movie Camp

Revisit some of your favorite Illumination films for just $3+tax every Monday and Wednesday! Two Showtimes: 11:00am & 2:00pm

The Florida Theatre Free Summer Theatre Presents: Winnie the Pooh

Meet Pooh-Bear, Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Owl, Kanga & Roo in this charming new adaptation of A.A. Milne's original 1926 book ...

The Florida Theatre Free Summer Theatre Presents: Winnie the Pooh

Meet Pooh-Bear, Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Owl, Kanga & Roo in this charming new adaptation of A.A. Milne's original 1926 book ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

The Social Society Painted Kindness Rocks

Join us at The Social Society for a heartwarming Kindness Rocks Painting Party! We’ll paint rocks with uplifting messages, fun ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Social Society: 300 Pine Lake Drive Suite E104, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
  • Cost: $20
  • Website: thesocialsociety.com
  • Category: Classes

The Social Society Painted Kindness Rocks

Join us at The Social Society for a heartwarming Kindness Rocks Painting Party! We’ll paint rocks with uplifting messages, fun ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Social Society Nocatee Town Center 300 Pine Lake Dr., Ste. E104 Ponte Vedra, FL
  • Cost: $21.30
  • Website: thesocialsociety.com
  • Category: Classes

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

17July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Main Event Sunshine and Pancakes

Whether it is scorching hot, ridiculously rainy, or you just want to chill...come on in! Your ticket includes a pancake, ...

Amelia River Cruises Shrimping Eco Tour

An interactive tour that includes deploying and retrieving the shrimp net, and releasing the catch back into the wild.

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens Artful Storytime Ages 2-6

Discover the wild world of animals! From the soaring eagle to the curious squirrel, each animal has its own story ...

  • 11:15 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: The Cummer Museum: 829 Riverside Ave Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: Members $5 per child, Future members $10 per child
  • Website: www.cummermuseum.org
  • Category: Other

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Miss National American Teen & Collegiate Pageant

Miss National American Teen and Collegiate provides a great pageantry experience for girls and young women. We build confidence, teach ...

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

River City Theatre Presents Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!

River City Theatre Makes its Debut with Lionel Bart’s OLIVER! Musical Jacksonville, FL—River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd Betsy Lovett Hall: 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: $25
  • Website: www.rivercitytheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

Community First Igloo Summer Family Night

SUMMER SKATE NIGHTS ARE HERE! Extra 30 minutes of skating every Tuesday & Thursday!

BrewHound Dog Park and Bar Summer Movie Nights!

Its MOVIE time! join us every Thursday this Summer for a movie on the BIG screen! we've got drinks for kiddos + ...

18July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jax Parks Teen Nights

Escape the heat and light up your summer nights with JaxParks during Teen Nights 2025 -all summer long! Free for ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Various Jacksonville Locations
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Paisley Grace Makery Toddler Time

Come enjoy a story time with a different story each week and a craft to correspond! We will have a wood ...

Paisley Grace Makery Toddler Time

Come enjoy a story time with a different story each week and a craft to correspond! We will have a wood ...

Sensory Towne Summer Drop Off Program Ages 2-8 Years

* Advanced Sign Up Required * Activities: Arts and crafts Music class Snacks provided Characters Bubbles & More

Amelia River Cruises Shrimping Eco Tour

An interactive tour that includes deploying and retrieving the shrimp net, and releasing the catch back into the wild.

Jax Parks Movie Night Minecraft Movie

Join us for July's "Movies in the Park" on Friday, July 18th, at 7 PM at the new Artist Square ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Miss National American Teen & Collegiate Pageant

Miss National American Teen and Collegiate provides a great pageantry experience for girls and young women. We build confidence, teach ...

Sweet Pete's Salt Water Taffy Class

An old fashioned taffy pull is fun for all ages! Watch as Sweet Pete's Confectioners pull a sugar mixture into ...

  • 3:30 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $17.20/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Classes

Surge Jacksonville Family Fun Friday

Experience the FUN at Surge Adventure Park with the whole family! Every Friday from 5PM – 9PM we are offering ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Surge Jacksonville: 9292 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $49.99/Family 4 pack; $16.95/each additional jumper
  • Website: surgefun.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

Sensory Towne Parent's Night Out Superhero Theme

Calling all super parents! You're invited to a Superhero Parents' Night Out! Take off your capes, drop the sidekicks off ...

River City Theatre Presents Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!

River City Theatre Makes its Debut with Lionel Bart’s OLIVER! Musical Jacksonville, FL—River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd Betsy Lovett Hall: 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: $25
  • Website: www.rivercitytheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

FSCJ Artist Series and Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts Presents: "Anything Goes"

The 19th Annual High School SMTE "Anything Goes" Music, dance, laughs, and the age-old tale of Boy Meets Girl... "Anything Goes" ...

Jax Parks Movie Night Minecraft Movie

Join us for July's "Movies in the Park" on Friday, July 18th, at 7 PM at the new Artist Square ...

19July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jax Parks Teen Nights

Escape the heat and light up your summer nights with JaxParks during Teen Nights 2025 -all summer long! Free for ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Various Jacksonville Locations
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Stroller Safari

Pack up the stroller, put on your walking shoes and bring your little one on an early learning adventure as ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Garden Club of Jacksonville Budding Gardeners: What's In Your Backyard?

Children and their families can learn about the native plants in their own backyards and how they are crucial to ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1005 Riverside Ave Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: Members $5 | Non Members $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Nature Events

Huguenot Memorial Park Beach Walk

Join a park naturalist for a sandy beach walk where you can expect to see a wide variety of birds ...

Lowes Kids Workshop: Messi Soccer Shootout

Get in the soccer spirit at Lowe's Messi Soccer Shootout workshop! Children will practice coordination and fine motor skills as ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Mulitple Lowes Locations in Jacksonville
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.lowes.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Michael's MakeBreak Saturday Safari: Animal Masks

Dig into creative fun this summer as we create a lion or bird mask. $5 each with all supplies included.

Paisley Grace Makery Toddler Time

Come enjoy a story time with a different story each week and a craft to correspond! We will have a wood ...

Paisley Grace Makery Toddler Time

Come enjoy a story time with a different story each week and a craft to correspond! We will have a wood ...

The Playful Family Santa's Summer Luau

Get ready for some tropical holiday fun at Santa's Summer Luau! Join us for a jolly good time with festive ...

Amelia River Cruises Shrimping Eco Tour

An interactive tour that includes deploying and retrieving the shrimp net, and releasing the catch back into the wild.

Story and Song StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha

Join us at the store to listen to a story with Ms. Dearsha, our Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming.

Barnes and Noble San Jose Storytime The Gruffalo

Join us for a free story time!

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens Art Adventures Ages 7-11

Inspired by Native American weaving techniques, children will create their very own woven baskets using natural reed materials. They will ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens: 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: Members $30, Future Members $45
  • Website: www.cummermuseum.org
  • Category: Classes

Sweet Pete's Chocolate Pizza Class

This is a great class for chocolate and pizza lovers. Learn how to temper chocolate from the Sweet Pete’s confectioners. ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $19.35/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Classes

The Literary Lounge Bookstore Presents "The One and Only Me" Journal Party for Kids!

Celebrate the launch of The One and Only Me journal at this special event designed to uplift and empower kids ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

Miss National American Teen & Collegiate Pageant

Miss National American Teen and Collegiate provides a great pageantry experience for girls and young women. We build confidence, teach ...

Sweet Pete's Gummy Candy Class

Follow Sweet Pete's recipe and learn to make your own gummies! Class participants will make delicious gummies in a wide ...

  • 3:30 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $19.35/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Classes

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

River City Theatre Presents Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!

River City Theatre Makes its Debut with Lionel Bart’s OLIVER! Musical Jacksonville, FL—River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd Betsy Lovett Hall: 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: $25
  • Website: www.rivercitytheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

FSCJ Artist Series and Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts Presents: "Anything Goes"

The 19th Annual High School SMTE "Anything Goes" Music, dance, laughs, and the age-old tale of Boy Meets Girl... "Anything Goes" ...

20July

Jacksonville Public Library Children's Events

Check the Jacksonville Public Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Nassau County Public Library Events

Check the Nassau County Library website for daily programs for children, teens and families.

Saint Johns County Public Library

Check the Saint Johns County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming cool cats and other artic ancestors of modern mammals at an all-new exhibit: Frozen ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: Included with price of Admission
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

McGrits Creek Preserve Trail Walk

Join a park naturalist as we leisurely explore various trails at McGirts Creek Preserve in Northeast Florida. Participants should dress ...

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Island Tour

Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a journey that unveils the captivating history and diverse wildlife of Amelia and ...

Sal Taylor Creek Preserve Trail Walk

Join a park naturalist as we leisurely explore various trails at Sal Taylor Creek Preserve in Northeast Florida. Participants should ...

Sweet Pete's Chocolate Pizza Class

This is a great class for chocolate and pizza lovers. Learn how to temper chocolate from the Sweet Pete’s confectioners. ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $19.35/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Classes

Amelia River Cruises Cumberland Coastal Tour

This afternoon tour is a nice blend of history and nature, including a trip up Beach Creek with a beautiful ...

FSCJ Artist Series and Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts Presents: "Anything Goes"

The 19th Annual High School SMTE "Anything Goes" Music, dance, laughs, and the age-old tale of Boy Meets Girl... "Anything Goes" ...

Alhambra Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Meet young Charlie Bucket, a sweet boy from a very poor family. When he wins the opportunity to tour a ...

River City Theatre Presents Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!

River City Theatre Makes its Debut with Lionel Bart’s OLIVER! Musical Jacksonville, FL—River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd Betsy Lovett Hall: 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
  • Cost: $25
  • Website: www.rivercitytheatre.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Amelia River Cruises & Charters Family Friendly Cumberland Sound Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing cruise with the family watching the sunset on the horizon, while learning tidbits about the area’s history ...

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