What's Happening in Jacksonville This Week

Busy week in Jax. Here's what to know.

IRONMAN Jacksonville (May 16)

First one ever in Jacksonville. Over 1,900 athletes are swimming 2.4 miles in the St. Johns River, biking 112 miles through Nocatee and Ponte Vedra, then running a marathon through downtown. Race starts at 7:30 a.m. Some road closures expected Saturday morning so plan around it. Good spot to watch the finish line action downtown though.

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Beetlejuice: The Musical (Last Weekend - May 16-17)

It's been running at the Moran Theater all week and this is the last chance to catch it. Shows Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. It's loud, wild, and honestly a great time.

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Chicago - The Band (May 19)

The classic rock legends play the Florida Theatre Tuesday night at 8 p.m. If you like "25 or 6 to 4" and "Saturday in the Park" being played live, this is your night.

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Jacksonville Jazz Festival Starts May 21

The big one. Outdoor shows are free at Ford on Bay downtown all weekend. Headliners this year include Andra Day, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Parliament Funkadelic, Sheila E., Esperanza Spalding, and Kamasi Washington. Runs May 21-24 for Memorial Day weekend.

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That's the week. IRONMAN takes over Saturday, Jazz Fest is right around the corner. Good time to be in Jacksonville.