Things to Do in Greater Jacksonville: August 27 – September 6, 2026
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Summer is doing its long, sweaty victory lap, and the 904 is absolutely stacked. Over the next eleven days we get two full weekends, a Jaguars preseason night, post game fireworks at the ballpark, the kickoff of Sing Out Loud, a Spanish street party in the Oldest City, food trucks on the St. Johns River, and 904 Day itself. Here is everything worth leaving the couch for from Thursday, August 27 through Sunday, September 6, 2026, sorted by day so you can plan around naps and tee times.
Thursday, August 27
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Nashville Sounds (Thirsty Thursday)
Cheap drafts, a mid inning bit where the emcee measures how tall you actually are, and Triple A baseball on a warm night.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets from about $10
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Concerts in the Plaza
Bring a lawn chair to the middle of the Oldest City and let a local band play you into the weekend.
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Plaza de la Constitución, St. George Street, St. Augustine · Free
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Introduction to Improv Workshop
A beginner friendly class built to get you out of your own head and saying yes to strangers.
6:30–8:00 p.m. · Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga St #7, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Merengue Dancing at A1A Asian Kitchen
Fast, loud, and a lot more fun than whatever is in your queue tonight.
7:45–10:00 p.m. · A1A Asian Kitchen, St. Augustine Beach · Check organizer for cover
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"Next to Normal" at Limelight Theatre Black Box
The Pulitzer winning rock musical about a family holding it together, running through August 30.
Times vary · Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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SILENCE.silent by Paul F. Yount
A free solo exhibition tucked inside Jacksonville University's Alexander Brest Gallery, up through September 30.
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. weekdays · 2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville · Free
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Friday, August 28
Jaguars vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Preseason)
Preseason football is still football, and the tailgate lot does not know the difference.
7:30 p.m. · EverBank Stadium, 1 EverBank Stadium Dr, Jacksonville · Tickets from about $37
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Jumbo Shrimp vs. Nashville Sounds (Day Game)
A rare lunchtime first pitch with $2 Miller Lites all game and $1 off craft beer in the Craft Cave. Wear red and save a buck at the box office.
12:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets from about $10
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Stage to Screen: Hans Zimmer & Friends
Cinematic soundscapes plus interviews with the filmmakers and artists behind them.
7:30 p.m. · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Ticketed
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Guy Torry at The Comedy Zone
A veteran headliner in the room that has been making Mandarin laugh for decades.
7:15 p.m. · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Foxtide at Cafe Eleven
Pop and rock hooks from a band that has been picking up national attention.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Ticketed
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Smart Women in Comedy
Female comedians take the spotlight for a full night of stand up.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga St #7, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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"The Great American Trailer Park" Musical
An Off Broadway love triangle from the Ancient City's newest theatre company, running through August 30.
Times vary · The Waterworks, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Saturday, August 29
Riverside Arts Market
Roughly 150 makers, farmers, and food vendors under the Fuller Warren Bridge with live music on the river stage.
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. · 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free to browse
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Beaches Green Market
Local produce, pastured meats, honey, and coffee, with a free yoga class at 9:30 a.m. before the gates open.
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Penman Park, 321 Penman Rd, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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Jax Beach Arts Market
Local artists set up steps from the ocean. Family friendly and dog friendly.
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. · Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion, 11 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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Fernandina Beach Farmers Market
Downtown Amelia Island at its most charming, one block off Centre Street.
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · N 7th St at Centre St, Fernandina Beach · Free
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Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Produce, crafts, and live music in the shade of the Amp, and you are home before lunch.
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free
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Edward Waters vs. Florida Memorial (2026 Unity Classic)
HBCU football season opens on Kings Road, and the band alone is worth the ticket.
6:00 p.m. · Nathaniel Glover Community Field & Stadium, 1658 Kings Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Sporting JAX vs. Dallas Trinity FC
Pro women's soccer at UNF with a supporters section that does not sit down.
7:00 p.m. · Hodges Stadium, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Jumbo Shrimp vs. Nashville Sounds, Fireworks and Honey Drippers Night
The team plays as the Jacksonville Honey Drippers, the first 2,000 fans through the Georgia Street gate get a Hawaiian shirt, and there are fireworks after the last out.
6:35 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets from about $10
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Front & Center Music Showcase
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall launches a new series built entirely around local musicians.
7:30–10:00 p.m. · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Ticketed
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Chris Kattan at Cafe Eleven
Yes, that Chris Kattan, doing sketch and improv comedy at the beach.
See venue for showtimes · Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Ticketed
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SOLAS Presents ABBA vs. Queen
A string quartet takes on two of the biggest catalogs in pop inside a stunning shrine.
5:00–6:00 p.m. · National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Laughing Lace Comedy & Burlesque Showcase
Billed for the bold and the barely behaved, which tells you most of what you need to know.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga St #7, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Weekend Cannon Firing at Castillo de San Marcos
Costumed interpreters fire historic weapons over Matanzas Bay several times a day.
10:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. · Castillo de San Marcos, 11 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine · Park admission
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Guy Torry at The Comedy Zone
Two shows tonight if Friday sold out on you.
7:00 and 9:30 p.m. · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Sunday, August 30
Jumbo Shrimp Family FUNday (Series Finale)
Pregame catch on the field, free face painting and balloon animals, and kids run the bases after the final out.
2:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets from about $10
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Atlantic Beach Farmers Market
The Sunday sibling to the Beaches Green Market, under the oaks at Jack Russell Park.
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Jack Russell Park, 850 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach · Free
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904 Pop-Up at Latham Plaza
Local vendors take over the Seawalk for the afternoon.
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. · Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion, 11 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum
Room for more than 100 vendors on the south end of town, with on site parking and classic cars for scenery.
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · 4730 US Highway 1 South, St. Augustine · Free
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Jazz Jam by the St. Augustine Jazz Society
A last Sunday tradition keeping live jazz alive in St. Johns County.
2:00–5:00 p.m. · Royal St. Augustine Golf and Country Club, St. Augustine · Check organizer for cost
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Ancient City Poets: Sunday Series
Local and regional poets read on the last Sunday of every month.
2:30–4:30 p.m. · The Waterworks, St. Augustine · Check organizer for cost
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Closing Night: "Next to Normal" and "The Great American Trailer Park"
Two very different musicals wrap their runs in St. Augustine today.
Times vary · Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave, and The Waterworks, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Monday, August 31
SILENCE.silent at the Alexander Brest Gallery
A quiet, free hour with Paul F. Yount's solo show on the Jacksonville University campus.
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. · 2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville · Free
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Villa Zorayda Museum: "Building America, the Life and Vision of Franklin W. Smith"
Bold ideas and grand designs from the architect behind one of the strangest, prettiest buildings in Florida.
Times vary, through September 30 · Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King St, St. Augustine · Admission charged
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Tuesday, September 1
Amelia Island Dining Month Kicks Off
A full month of prix fixe menus, chef driven dinners, and collaborations across the island, running September 1–30.
All month · Restaurants across Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach · Menu pricing varies
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Merengue Dancing at Arnold's Lounge
Tuesdays through September 15, no partner required and no judgment offered.
7:30–10:00 p.m. · Arnold's Lounge, St. Augustine · Check organizer for cover
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SILENCE.silent at the Alexander Brest Gallery
Still up, still free, still the easiest culture fix on a Tuesday.
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. · 2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville · Free
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Wednesday, September 2
First Wednesday Art Walk
Downtown Jacksonville's self guided gallery crawl, with local artists, live bands, food trucks in James Weldon Johnson Park, free admission at MOCA, and open doors across the City Center.
5:00–9:00 p.m. · James Weldon Johnson Park and surrounding blocks, 135 W Monroe St, Jacksonville · Free
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Music and Art by the Sea
Local musicians and an art exhibition at the pier, right when the afternoon heat finally breaks.
3:00–9:00 p.m. · St. Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Free
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Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Farmers, makers, and artists, plus a beach walk built right into the trip.
Times vary · St. Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Free
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Henry Flagler's Hotel Alcazar Guided Tour
An hour inside the Gilded Age hotel that became the Lightner Museum, including the famous indoor pool.
11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon · Lightner Museum, 75 King St, St. Augustine · Admission charged
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Line Dancing at Arnold's Lounge
Every Wednesday, combo steps included, boots optional.
7:00–9:00 p.m. · Arnold's Lounge, St. Augustine · Check organizer for cover
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Thursday, September 3
Pam Tillis at the WJCT Soundstage
The country hitmaker in a room small enough that you can actually hear the voice.
7:30 p.m. · WJCT Soundstage, 100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Concerts in the Plaza (Season Finale)
The last free Thursday concert of the 2026 season, so this is your final excuse.
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Plaza de la Constitución, St. George Street, St. Augustine · Free
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Merengue Dancing at A1A Asian Kitchen
Thursdays through September 10.
7:45–10:00 p.m. · A1A Asian Kitchen, St. Augustine Beach · Check organizer for cover
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Friday, September 4
904 Day
Northeast Florida's homegrown holiday. Shop small, eat local, tag everything, and try to knock out a bucket list between 9:04 a.m. and 9:04 p.m.
All day · Everywhere in the 904 · Free
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Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors
A nineties triple bill under the oaks at the best outdoor venue on the First Coast.
6:00 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Sing Out Loud Music Festival Opens
St. Augustine's month long free music festival takes over stages all over town, running September 4–27.
Select days, times vary · Venues across St. Augustine · Free
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Sounds on Centre
Downtown Fernandina shuts a block of Centre Street and throws a free concert.
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Centre Street, downtown Fernandina Beach · Free
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Food Truck Friday in Green Cove Springs
Trucks, vendors, and a live band on the banks of the St. Johns. Bring a chair, a blanket, and a cooler.
5:00–9:00 p.m. · Spring Park, 200 Spring St, Green Cove Springs · Free
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Hello from the 904: Community Celebration
Clay County's take on 904 Day, spotlighting the nonprofits and local organizations that hold the place together.
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Orange Park Mall, 1910 Wells Rd, Orange Park · Free
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J.C. Kitaif Clay County Pro Rodeo (Opening Night)
Three days of PRCA sanctioned rodeo with mutton bustin', a kid zone, line dancing, food trucks, and Super Bull Sunday to close it out.
September 4–6, check organizer for nightly times · Clay County Fairgrounds, 2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs · Ticketed, general admission seating
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First Friday Art Walk
Galleries across the Oldest City open their doors for the monthly stroll.
5:00–9:00 p.m. · Historic downtown St. Augustine · Free
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First Friday Art Walk Concert at the Cathedral Basilica
A free organ recital in a building that makes every note sound better.
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine · Free
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Labor Day Weekend Plein Air Paint Out
Watch artists turn blank canvases into finished St. Augustine landscapes, today and Saturday.
Times vary, September 4–5 · Historic downtown St. Augustine · Free to watch
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The Dish Rack Comedy Show
An hour of comedy about dishes, domestic chaos, and everyday life.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga St #7, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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SlayyyTer x Charli XCX Dance Party at Cafe Eleven
Hyperpop and club anthems until the floor gives out.
8:30–10:30 p.m. · Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Ticketed
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Comedy Weekend at The Comedy Zone
Multiple shows on the schedule tonight, so check the calendar for the lineup and times.
Evening showtimes · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Saturday, September 5
Aviles Street Festival
The oldest street in the country celebrates St. Augustine's Spanish roots with flamenco, food, and eight hours of party.
12:00 noon–8:15 p.m. · Aviles Street, St. Augustine · Free to attend
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Riverside Arts Market
Holiday weekend edition of Jacksonville's best Saturday habit.
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. · 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free to browse
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Beaches Green Market
Farmers, bakers, and makers at Penman Park, rain or shine.
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Penman Park, 321 Penman Rd, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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Fernandina Beach Farmers Market
Get there early, grab coffee, and walk Centre Street afterward.
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · N 7th St at Centre St, Fernandina Beach · Free
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Amphitheatre Farmers Market
More than 100 vendors and live entertainment before the day gets hot.
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free
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J.C. Kitaif Clay County Pro Rodeo (Day 2)
Bull riding, barrel racing, and a kid zone at the fairgrounds, night two of three.
Check organizer for times · Clay County Fairgrounds, 2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs · Ticketed
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USWA: Homecoming Live Pro Wrestling
Folding chairs, heels, and heroes in an armory. Exactly as advertised.
6:00 p.m. · Maxwell Snyder National Guard Armory, Orange Park · Ticketed
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Fort Mose Militia Muster & Training
Authentic 18th century weapons demonstrations at the site of the first free Black settlement in what is now the United States.
9:30–11:30 a.m. · Fort Mose Historic State Park, 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine · Park admission
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Guided Exploration Hike at the GTM Research Reserve
A ranger led walk through the cultural history and biodiversity of the Guana peninsula.
9:00–11:00 a.m. · GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach · Check organizer for cost
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Jarrod Walker, a Sing Out Loud Special Concert
The multi instrumentalist who has toured with Billy Strings plays an intimate festival set.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Snowblind, a Black Sabbath Tribute
"Paranoid" and "War Pigs" at beach volume.
8:00–10:00 p.m. · Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach · Ticketed
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Celebrate at Ximenez-Fatio House
The historic house museum opens a new seasonal celebration tied to the country's 250th.
Times vary · Ximenez-Fatio House, 20 Aviles St, St. Augustine · Admission charged
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Weekend Cannon Firing at Castillo de San Marcos
Loud, free with park admission, and endlessly satisfying.
10:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. · Castillo de San Marcos, 11 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine · Park admission
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Holiday Beach Shuttles to Mickler Beach
Free park and ride shuttles run on summer holiday weekends, which beats circling for a spot.
Holiday weekend service · Ponte Vedra Beach · Free
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Comedy Weekend at The Comedy Zone
Two shows tonight in Mandarin.
7:00 and 9:30 p.m. · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Sunday, September 6
Juanes: North American Tour 2026
The Colombian rock icon plays the Florida Theatre, and this one will be loud in the best way.
8:00 p.m. · Florida Theatre, 128 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Pecha Kucha Night: Sing Out Loud 2026
Three local speaker, singer, songwriters present their stories and their songs, festival style.
7:00–10:00 p.m. · St. Augustine · Check organizer for cost
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St. Augustine Film Society: "Tais-toi!"
A French buddy crime caper on a Sunday afternoon, which is a very good use of a Sunday afternoon.
4:00–6:00 p.m. · St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Atlantic Beach Farmers Market
Coffee, produce, and a slow lap around Jack Russell Park.
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Jack Russell Park, 850 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach · Free
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Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum
Over 100 vendors, on site parking, and cool old cars.
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · 4730 US Highway 1 South, St. Augustine · Free
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Super Bull Sunday at the Clay County Pro Rodeo
The rodeo weekend closes with a full card of bull riding.
Check organizer for times · Clay County Fairgrounds, 2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs · Ticketed
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Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park
Volunteers lead an early morning walk to find the birds that live here year round.
8:15–10:00 a.m. · Anastasia State Park, 1340A A1A South, St. Augustine · Park admission
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Weekend Cannon Firing at Castillo de San Marcos
One more round before the long weekend winds down.
10:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. · Castillo de San Marcos, 11 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine · Park admission
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Events change, sell out, and occasionally get rained on, so confirm details via the links before heading out.