Upcoming Events

Join the City of Jacksonville for a 1.5-mile walk around the Sports Complex area to promote active lifestyles for seniors.

The City of Jacksonville and the Captains Club present the annual Blessing of the Fleet on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at Northbank Riverfront Park.

Seniors are treated to a Jacksonville Suns baseball game at the beautiful Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville.

Join your friends and neighbors on an exciting trip around the globe at the 20th Annual World of Nations Celebration. Journey with us as we celebrate the rich cultural traditions and unique heritage of people from around the world. On Thursday, May 3, the World of Nations Celebration is open for registered field trips only.

On Friday, May 4, the World of Nations Celebration is open for registered field trips from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and open to the public for $5 for the International Party from 5 - 9 p.m.

As you travel through the World of Nations Celebration, experience the cuisine, artistry and customs from lands near and far. Admission is $5 (One Day Ticket), $8 (Two Day Ticket) or $10 (Three Day Ticket). Children ages 3 and under are free. Grab your passport and join us for a great trip! 

Presented by the City of Jacksonville and Keyboard Connection Pianos & Organs, the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition has been a tradition for more than 20 years. Five finalists, chosen by a selection committee through "blind" judging, will compete for the honor of this award, a cash prize and the chance to perform during the 2012 Jacksonville Jazz Festival. 

Friday night marks the beginning of FREE jazz performances on Memorial Day Weekend 2012 on multiple stages in the heart of downtown! The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale will be open along with jazz exhibits and displays to start the festival weekend. Keep checking this page for updates on the 2012 festival.

The 2012 Jacksonville Jazz Festival continues into the weekend with more incredible FREE performances  on Saturday, May 26. The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale continues along with jazz exhibits, displays, and the ‘Round Midnight Jazz Jams that will keep the sounds of jazz going into the early morning hours!

The final day of the 2012 Jacksonville Jazz Festival continues with incredible FREE jazz performances on multiple stages. Sacred Jazz performances in the Old Church and a Sunday Jazz Brunch are just some of the fun activities planned for the final day of the festival. The Wine Down Brew Town Tasting Experience and the Art in the Heart Downtown juried art show and sale continue along with other highlights including exhibits and displays.

Happy Birthday, America! This star-spangled celebration features Jacksonville's most spectacular 4th of July fireworks display over the St. Johns River. You have to see it to believe it!

Calling all men and women ages 50 and beyond! The City of Jacksonville presents The Forever Fit 50 & Beyond: Jacksonville Senior Games, an Olympic-style event series designed for seasoned athletes to participate on a competitive level and novice athletes to participate for their own enjoyment and promote healthy and active lifestyles for First Coast seniors.

In 2012, join the City of Jacksonville, Naval Station Mayport and City of Jacksonville Beach, City of Neptune Beach and City of Atlantic Beach as the skies and waterways of the First Coast are transformed into the backdrop for the most exciting air acts and military demonstrations in the world!

Calling all college football fans! Join the City of Jacksonville for the celebration that attracts fans from far and near. Don't miss RV City activities, the Touchdown Showdown (the home of interactive games, jumbo screens to watch the big game and more), the Georgia-Florida Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Corporate Village and much more! It all leads up to the big game on Saturday, October 27 at EverBank Field. Anyone who says it's just a game has never been!

Calling all seniors! Meet members of the Duval Delegation and voice issues and concerns. Come and be heard!

Join the City of Jacksonville as we honor true American heroes - our veterans and active-duty military. This patriotic parade features more than 4,000 participants including grand marshals, senior military officials, active-duty and retired military units, veterans groups, local high school marching bands, military organizations, decorative floats, giant balloons, JROTC units and more!