Free events in Duval County, FL

At RoadRunners ReRock the Beach Bowl, relax at a welcoming venue and enjoy the hits while savoring food and drinks. There is no cover charge.

Jacksonville’s Westside parkrun is a free, timed 5K run and walk on the Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail. It is open to everyone, including runners, walkers, spectators and volunteers. The start and finish are at the Halsema Trailhead. Participants are asked to register in advance and to bring their barcode.

Presented by TerraWise Homes, this monthly outdoor yoga series brings the community together at Sesquicentennial Park. Instructors from Bold City Yoga guide a free, family-friendly class suitable for all experience levels, with participation for ages 8 and up. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle. If weather conditions are poor, the session will be held at Bold City Yoga. The series takes place on the second Saturday of each month.

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon at Mom Made’s Second Saturday farmer’s market at Engine 15 Brewing Co. Browse handmade crafts, distinctive jewelry, fresh treats, and other local goods from makers, bakers, and growers. Pair your shopping with lunch and a craft beer or a nonalcoholic drink from Engine 15 as you stroll. Kids and strollers are welcome, creating an easygoing atmosphere in the sunshine. Admission is free, and every purchase helps support local small businesses.

LaVilla Marketplace comes back to Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park each second Saturday, bringing together local vendors, small businesses, artisans, and entrepreneurs for a relaxed morning of shopping and community connection. Browse goods, meet makers and neighbors, and enjoy a welcoming community setting. Admission is free and open to all.

Take part in a 30-minute, music powered aerobic workout led by Aleta Turner. Lively, well loved songs from across the decades set the pace as you move, build strength, and connect with neighbors in a welcoming setting. It is created especially for older adults and tailored for seniors, yet it is suitable for adults of any age and fitness level. Open to the public at no cost. Sessions are offered on the second and fourth Tuesday.

Take part in a weekly volunteer meetup focused on getting donated bicycles back into reliable shape for people in the community. Volunteers work side by side to inspect each bike, make repairs, and fine tune the details so every ride is safe and functional. No prior mechanic experience is needed, because guidance is provided and you can learn as you go. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can handle a little grease, and bring curiosity and a positive attitude. All tools are supplied, and spare parts are welcome if you have them, though they are not required. The aim is simple... move bikes from donation to repaired and road-ready while growing skills, confidence, and community through shared hands-on work. Many people, many bicycles, one collective effort.

Free music bingo pairs with 99¢ oysters for family friendly fun. Guess the song title to fill your bingo card over four rounds, with great prizes up for grabs.

Live trivia in the northern part of Florida features shows at Cruisers Grill and Veterans United Craft Brewery. It is free to play and there are opportunities to win.

Bingo comes to Gators Dockside Oakleaf with 904trivia for a lively night of prizes and friendly competition. Kick things off with a free opening round where the winner takes home house cash to use at Gators. After that, cards are $1 per round, and each round pays out to the winner. The night wraps with a blackout finale at $5 per card. Ten percent of every round supports HEAD On Youth Impact. Cash only. Players must be 18 or older.

Every Thursday brings crab legs priced lower than frozen grocery options, along with free live music on the waterfront deck.

Mandarin Museum & Historical Society presents an installment of its Fall 2026 Third Thursday Lecture Series featuring a book launch with author and storyteller Tim Gilmore. The program centers on his new release, "Memphis Wood and the Sanctified Fecund," and includes a reading and conversation with the author. Refreshments will be available, and the museum galleries will be open. Admission is free. Copies of the book will be for sale, with signing opportunities before and after the presentation. The book explores the life and impact of Memphis Wood, a seminal North Florida artist whose practice evolved from Abstract Expressionism and the Studio Craft Movement into lyrical work in fiber. Born in Dacula, Georgia in 1902, she later moved to Jacksonville and became one of the first public school art teachers in Duval County. Her exhibitions spanned from Florida to New York, and she collaborated with potter Charlie Brown and architect Robert Broward. Notable works include a 22-foot piece in Broward’s Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville, the Belshazzar’s Feast series, and Night Bloom, which inspired a chamber quartet by composer Stella Sung. Drawing on dozens of interviews and hundreds of published accounts, this volume is Gilmore’s 26th book and offers a portrait of an influential and enigmatic figure in the region’s art history. This event is made possible with sponsorship from Endless Summer Roofing Co. and support in part from the Merit-Based Cultural Service Grant Program, administered by the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville with funding from the City of Jacksonville and elected officials.

Ev'ryBody Yoga takes place on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Thursdays at Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing Park. This free class offers gentle stretching and focused breathing to help you reset and recharge, welcoming both seasoned practitioners and those new to the mat.