Things to Do in Greater Jacksonville: August 1 – August 16, 2026
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Summer is in full swing across the First Coast, and the next 11 days are stacked. We are talking playoff-chase baseball at VyStar Ballpark, big shows under the stars in St. Augustine, a beachside music fest making its comeback, free art walks, farmers markets galore, and Dude Perfect turning the arena floor into a battle zone. Here is your day-by-day guide to everything worth leaving the house for from Saturday, August 1 through Sunday, August 16, 2026. Grab your calendar and let's plan.
Saturday, August 1
Riverside Arts Market
Jacksonville's beloved Saturday market brings 100-plus farmers, makers, bakers and artists together under the Fuller Warren Bridge along the St. Johns River.
10 a.m.–3 p.m. · Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free admission
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Cummer Museum Free First Saturday
Wander world-class galleries and riverfront gardens for free on the first Saturday of the month.
11 a.m.–4 p.m. · Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Over 100 vendors serve up local produce, plants, crafts, coffee and live music in the shadow of the Amp.
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free
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Beaches Green Market
A breezy Saturday market at the beach with local growers, food and handmade goods.
10 a.m.–2 p.m. · Beaches Green Market, 321 Penman Rd, Jacksonville Beach · Free admission
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Jumbo Shrimp vs. Memphis Redbirds
Catch Triple-A baseball on a summer night as the Shrimp close out their homestand against the Redbirds.
6:35 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Sunday, August 2
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Memphis Redbirds
A Sunday matinee finale to the series, great for families before the school week.
5:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour
The YouTube trick-shot kings bring larger-than-life battles, 360-degree seating and special guests to the arena floor.
6 p.m. · VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets from around $54
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Monday, August 3
Jacksonville Farmers Market
The oldest and largest farmers market in Northeast Florida is open daily for fresh fruit, veggies and plants, an easy weekday stock-up.
Open daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. · Jacksonville Farmers Market, 1810 W Beaver St, Jacksonville · Free admission
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Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
Pull up a chair under the giant live oak in the historic district for free, family-friendly live music most nights of the week.
Typically 7–10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free (almost always)
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Tuesday, August 4
Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
St. Augustine's cozy open-air stage keeps the music going with free shows in the heart of St. George Street.
Typically 7–10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free (almost always)
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Wednesday, August 5
Midweek at the Jacksonville Farmers Market
Beat the weekend crowds and grab peak-season Florida produce at this daily Westside institution.
Open daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. · Jacksonville Farmers Market, 1810 W Beaver St, Jacksonville · Free admission
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Thursday, August 6
Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
Kick off the weekend early with free tunes under the oak in the nation's oldest city.
Typically 7–10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free (almost always)
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Friday, August 7
Stephen Wilson Jr.: Gary The Torch Tour with The Lone Bellow
The rising Americana songwriter headlines the Amp with The Lone Bellow along for the ride.
7 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Sounds on Centre
Downtown Fernandina Beach throws a free first-Friday street concert you can sing and dance to.
6–8 p.m. · Centre Street, Downtown Fernandina Beach · Free
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First Friday Art Walk
More than 25 St. Augustine galleries open their doors for a free, walkable evening of art, demos and artist meet-and-greets.
5–9 p.m. · Historic Downtown St. Augustine · Free
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Jax Beach Summer Fest kicks off
The three-day festival returns to Jacksonville Beach, opening with a Teacher and DCPS Appreciation Soiree and a back-to-school supply drive.
Friday, August 7 · Jacksonville Beach (Seawalk Pavilion area) · See site for details
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Stage to Screen: Stop Making Sense (Talking Heads)
The Friends of Ponte Vedra host a big-screen concert-film night (note: this one is sold out, but worth watching for returns).
August 7–8 · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Sold out
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Saturday, August 8
The Fray with Dashboard Confessional and Colony House
An all-star night of 2000s anthems and sing-alongs takes over the oceanfront Amp.
6:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Jax Beach Summer Fest: Beach Mini-Music & Community Fest
A free, all-ages day of live music, food and local vendors at the Seawalk Pavilion.
Saturday, August 8 · Seawalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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Riverside Arts Market
Back again for another Saturday of local art, produce and eats under the bridge.
10 a.m.–3 p.m. · Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free admission
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Your Saturday morning haul of produce, plants and crafts with live music to boot.
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free
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Sunday, August 9
Jax Beach Summer Fest: Sunday Service & Brunch
The festival wraps with a laid-back Sunday service and brunch by the beach.
Sunday, August 9 · Jacksonville Beach · See site for details
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Monday, August 10
Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
Start the week slow with free live music under the historic district's favorite oak tree.
Typically 7–10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free (almost always)
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Tuesday, August 11
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
The Shrimp open a six-game homestand against the Mets' Triple-A club, so grab a seat and a cold one.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Wednesday, August 12
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
Midweek baseball under the lights, keep an eye out for promo nights and postgame fun.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Thursday, August 13
The Wiggles: Tree of Wisdom Spectacular
The world's most famous kids' band brings its colorful live show to the historic Florida Theatre.
6 p.m. · Florida Theatre, 128 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
More Triple-A action as the Shrimp keep the homestand rolling.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Friday, August 14
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
Friday night baseball is a First Coast summer staple, so make a night of it downtown.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Stage to Screen: The Last Waltz (The Band)
The Friends of Ponte Vedra present the legendary concert film on the big screen over two nights.
August 14–15 · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Ticketed
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Saturday, August 15
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
Saturday night ball with a slightly earlier first pitch, perfect for postgame fireworks weather.
6:35 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Stage to Screen: The Last Waltz (The Band)
Night two of the beloved concert-film series at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall.
August 14–15 · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Ticketed
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Riverside Arts Market
Round out the run with one more Saturday of Jacksonville's favorite riverside market.
10 a.m.–3 p.m. · Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free admission
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Fresh produce, plants, coffee and crafts to start your Saturday right.
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free
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Sunday, August 16
Jordan Davis
The chart-topping country star closes out the window with a big Sunday-night show at the Amp.
7 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Ticketed
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Jumbo Shrimp vs. Syracuse Mets
The homestand finale, a relaxed Sunday matinee to send off the week.
5:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 121 Baseball Grounds Dr, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Events can sell out, shift times or change details, so please confirm the specifics with each event's link before you head out. Now go have some fun out there, Jacksonville.