Things to Do in Greater Jacksonville: July 3 – July 12, 2026
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Happy almost-birthday, America! With the Fourth landing this Saturday, Greater Jacksonville is going full sparkle mode, and the fun keeps rolling all the way through the following weekend. From barge fireworks on the St. Johns to farmers markets, baseball under the lights, comedy, dinner theater and free live music from Downtown to St. Augustine, here is your day-by-day guide to the next 10 days (Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 12). Grab a friend, pick a night, and go.
Friday, July 3
Freedom Fest, Night One
Kick off the holiday weekend early with riverfront music and a patriotic light-and-music show at the fountain.
5:30 to 10:30 p.m. · Friendship Fountain, 1015 Museum Circle, Downtown Jacksonville · Free
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Cummer Museum: America Turns 250
A free riverfront party with live music from The Committee Band and the Sandalwood High Marching Band, face painting, lawn games and artmaking.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. · The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free
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Lightner Museum Pool Party Summer Market
Shop local artisans around the historic Alcazar pool with poolside music, a kids corner, a photo booth and food vendors.
5:30 to 8 p.m. · Lightner Museum, 75 King St, St. Augustine · Free to browse
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Saturday, July 4
Downtown Jacksonville Freedom Fest & Fireworks
The big one: live music, a hot dog eating contest, a cornhole tournament and the largest fireworks show in city history launching from barges and cascading off the Acosta and Main Street bridges.
Festivities from 3 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. · Friendship Fountain and RiversEdge Park, Downtown Jacksonville · Free
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Jacksonville Beach Fourth of July Fireworks
Toes in the sand and fireworks over the Atlantic straight off the pier.
9 p.m. · Jacksonville Beach Pier, 503 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach · Free
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St. Augustine: Fireworks Over the Matanzas
A free patriotic concert by The All-Star Orchestra in the plaza, capped by a 20-minute fireworks show choreographed over historic Matanzas Bay.
Concert at 6 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. · Plaza de la Constitucion, Downtown St. Augustine · Free
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Light Up Amelia
Downtown Fernandina throws a waterfront bash with live music, a DJ, food trucks and a fireworks finale over the Amelia River.
6 to 10 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. · Centre Street & Waterfront Park, Downtown Fernandina Beach · Free
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American Pride 4th of July at Moosehaven
A free riverside party in Orange Park with live music, food trucks and fireworks over the St. Johns.
From 5 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m. · Moosehaven, 1701 Park Ave, Orange Park · Free
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Northeast Florida Fairgrounds Fireworks Celebration
Live music and food trucks lead up to a big fireworks display at the fairgrounds.
From 5 p.m., fireworks around 9:30 p.m. · Jacksonville Fairgrounds, 510 Fairground Place, Jacksonville · Free
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Red, White & Deep Blue at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
Go upscale with an oceanfront barbecue buffet, lawn games and a front-row seat to the fireworks.
6 to 9:30 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m. · The Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy, Fernandina Beach · Ticketed (premium pricing)
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Riverside Arts Market
Fresh produce, local makers, food trucks and live music under the Fuller Warren Bridge every Saturday.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. · 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free admission
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Plants, produce, eggs, cheese, prepared foods and art every Saturday morning.
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free admission
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Sunday, July 5
Atlantic Beach Farmers Market
Ease into Sunday with local produce, baked goods and handmade crafts at Jack Russell Park.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. · Jack Russell Park, 800 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach · Free admission
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Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
Catch free live music under a sprawling old oak in the heart of historic downtown St. Augustine.
7 to 10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free
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Monday, July 6
Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
Beat the Monday blahs with a free, family- and pet-friendly evening of live music in St. Augustine.
7 to 10 p.m. · Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St, St. Augustine · Free
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Tuesday, July 7
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls
The defending Triple-A national champs open a six-game homestand against the Durham Bulls.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Free Tuesday at the Cummer Museum
Wander world-class art and riverfront gardens for free every Tuesday.
Museum hours · The Cummer Museum, 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free on Tuesdays
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Wednesday, July 8
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls
Midweek baseball is one of summer's best cheap thrills, so grab a seat and a cold one.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Thursday, July 9
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls
Game four of the homestand under the lights on the Northbank.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Dominique at The Comedy Zone
The scene-stealing stand-up brings her sharp, hilarious set to Jacksonville for a weekend run.
7:15 p.m. · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Friday, July 10
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls (Friday Fireworks)
Friday home games mean a postgame fireworks show over the ballpark.
7:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Dominique at The Comedy Zone
More laughs to launch your weekend at Jacksonville's longtime comedy club.
Evening show · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Saturday, July 11
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls
Saturday night baseball, with a slightly earlier first pitch.
6:35 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters
The Oscar-winning actor moonlights as a rocker, bringing his band to the coast for an intimate show.
8 p.m. (doors 7 p.m.) · Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach · Ticketed
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Shrek The Musical at Alhambra Theatre & Dining
Dinner and a Broadway-style show as everyone's favorite ogre romps through the swamp.
Evening show · Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville · Ticketed (includes dinner)
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Southern Truth Tour: Boosie & Webbie with Pleasure P
Southern hip-hop heavyweights take over Downtown's biggest theater.
8 p.m. · Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Riverside Arts Market
Your Saturday reset of local produce, art, food trucks and live tunes under the bridge.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. · 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville · Free admission
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
One of the region's best morning markets, rain or shine.
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. · St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine · Free admission
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Sunday, July 12
Jumbo Shrimp vs. Durham Bulls (Getaway Day)
Wrap the homestand with an afternoon matinee, perfect for families.
1:05 p.m. · VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville · Tickets start around $10
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Shrek The Musical (Matinee) at Alhambra
A midday helping of dinner theater fun for the whole crew.
Matinee seating · Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville · Ticketed (includes meal)
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Marvin Hunter at The Comedy Zone
Close out the weekend with a Sunday-night comedy set.
7 p.m. · The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville · Ticketed
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Atlantic Beach Farmers Market
End the run the way you started it, with a laid-back beachside market.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. · Jack Russell Park, 800 Seminole Rd, Atlantic Beach · Free admission
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Events can shift, sell out or move indoors for weather, so please confirm dates, times and prices via the links above before you head out. Have fun out there!