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December 22 - 28

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Sweet Pete's Candy 'Find Jollypop'

Jollypop, the sugared-up Elf-On-The-Shelf, is causing mischief and mayhem at our candy mansion! Visit Sweet Pete’s as many times as you’d ...

Congaree and Penn Santa Brunch

Here comes Santa Claus! Meet the big guy in red at Congaree and Penn. Guests young and young at heart ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Conagree and Penn: 11830 Old Kings Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32219
  • Cost: $25 Ages 0-2 | $55 Ages 3-12 | $75 Ages 13+
  • Website: www.congareeandpenn.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Women Veterans Ignited Kids' Christmas Party

While we dedicate the year to supporting women veterans, this special holiday event is all about celebrating the children of ...

Painting with a Twist San Marco Holiday Family Fun

Paint and sip studio where guests drink wine and create art with guidance from artist-entertainers.

Jax Cooking Studio: Classic Christmas Treats

Join us to learn how to give your favorite classic Christmas treats little upgrades to really wow your friends and ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Florida Theatre Presents: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

This holiday season, experience the magic of cirque like never before with the all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland! A thrilling ...

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Sweet Pete's Candy 'Find Jollypop'

Jollypop, the sugared-up Elf-On-The-Shelf, is causing mischief and mayhem at our candy mansion! Visit Sweet Pete’s as many times as you’d ...

Jax Cooking Studio: Cookies for Santa

Join us for a jolly and heartwarming holiday tradition as we dive into Santa’s Cookie Workshop! You’ll learn to bake ...

Metro Diner Jacksonville Beach Brunch with Santa

Santa's coming to town! Join us from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday, December 23rd for Breakfast with Santa

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Cooking Studio: The Nightmare Before Christmas Treats

What’s this?! What’s this?!! Grab your ghosts and ghouls and head to Christmas Town, I mean, JAX Cooking Studio, for ...

Community First Igloo Grinch Night

Winterfest is here! Join us for Grinch Night! 5:00pm & 8:00pm

Alhambra Theater Presents: Elf The Musical

Buddy, a young orphan and one of Santa elves is raised unaware that he is actually a human. With Santa’s ...

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Jax Cooking Studio: Cookies for Santa

Join us for a jolly and heartwarming holiday tradition as we dive into Santa’s Cookie Workshop! You’ll learn to bake ...

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Cooking Studio: Cookies for Santa

Join us for a jolly and heartwarming holiday tradition as we dive into Santa’s Cookie Workshop! You’ll learn to bake ...

Amelia Island Kayak Excursions Annual Christmas Eve Day Tour

***Festive holiday attire is encouraged (Santa hat, jingle bells, light necklaces, the infamous ugly sweater etc...) Making fun memories together with ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Amelia Island Kayak Excursions: 4883 Otis Trl, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
  • Cost: $60+
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Alhambra Theater Presents: Elf The Musical

Buddy, a young orphan and one of Santa elves is raised unaware that he is actually a human. With Santa’s ...

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is thrilled to be bringing back Glowing Gardens for its second year! This month-long ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $22 for nonmembers | $15 for Children
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Cooking Studio: Holiday Cupcakes

Join us in the studio for a fun afternoon learning how to make extraordinary holiday-themed cupcakes! Our pastry chef will ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is thrilled to be bringing back Glowing Gardens for its second year! This month-long ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $22 for nonmembers | $15 for Children
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Cooking Studio: Winter Holiday Dinner

Togetherness defines the holidays. Enjoy this heartwarming culinary adventure where we’ll use delicious winter flavors and seasonal ingredients to craft ...

Community First Igloo Ugly Sweater Night

Winterfest is here! Join us for an Ugly Sweater Night!

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Candy Cane Course

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Ed Austin Regional Park 11751 McCormick Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $30.49
  • Website: eventvesta.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Historical Society Gingerbread Extravaganza

The 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit—now in its new home at the Haskell Building ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 11:15 am 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jax Cooking Studio: Festive Holiday Treats

It’s too early to put away the holiday decorations, and it’s too early to end the fun of holiday baking! ...

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is thrilled to be bringing back Glowing Gardens for its second year! This month-long ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $22 for nonmembers | $15 for Children
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Community First Igloo WinterFest

Winterfest is here! Mark your calendars for special holiday-themed skate sessions from Dec 19-Jan 4!

Painting with a Twist San Marco NYE Family Fun

Paint and sip studio where guests drink wine and create art with guidance from artist-entertainers.

Jax Cooking Studio: New Year's Treats

Happy (almost!) New Year! Let’s ring in 2026 on a sweet note! Join our chefs as they teach you how ...

Sweet Pete's Hard Candy Cane Class

Join us and learn to make candy canes in this Christmas candy class. All guests will make four to seven ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Sweet Pete's Candy: 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Cost: $16.50/person
  • Website: book.peek.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Colors of the Wild

Colors of the Wild is back with an all-NEW collection of stunning lanterns you’ve never seen before! This year’s journey ...

  • 3:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: 370 Zoo Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Cost: See website for pricing
  • Website: www.jacksonvillezoo.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jacksonville Aboretum and Botanical Gardens Glowing Gardens

The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is thrilled to be bringing back Glowing Gardens for its second year! This month-long ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Cost: $22 for nonmembers | $15 for Children
  • Website: jacksonvillearboretum.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
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