This weekend in Jacksonville, FL

Speakers present throughout each day, creating a two-day lineup at Duval Hall in the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. Admission is $12 for one day or $18 for both days, and children 12 and under are free.

Mercedes-Benz drivers gather monthly at Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville at The Avenues for a casual meet centered on display parking and conversation. The group typically parks in the Central Lot near the Furniture Source anchor store at the mall’s north end, unless designated as the Featured Car Club of the Month or scheduled at a different location. Space in the Central Lot is limited, and no official registration is required. Vehicles parked in the Central Lot are expected to remain in place for the duration of the display, and early arrival is suggested for those hoping to secure a spot. Some food court vendors, including Chick-fil-A, open to serve attendees. An official photography team documents the gathering, and prints and other items are available for purchase to support local businesses.

In Jacksonville, a hotel showroom transforms into a treasure trove for rockhounds and collectors during a two-day Gem, Amethyst, Rock, and Fossil Sale. Browse thousands of specimens from around the world, with many pieces priced from just $5. Highlights include meteorites, cabochons, crystals and minerals, lapidary rough, and striking amethyst cathedrals measuring roughly five inches to five feet. Expect a wide variety that spans geodes, tourmaline, quartz, fluorite, malachite, larimar, opal, pyrite, moldavite, shark teeth, megalodon and trilobite fossils, spheres, bookends, and pendulums. Admission and parking are free, cash is preferred, and credit cards are accepted. Enter through the main doors of the Fairfield Inn & Suites and proceed directly to the showroom.

At Bishop's Court, the Floating Soundbath Experience is an in-person gathering created for women, featuring gentle tones and soothing vibrations that encourage calm and renewal. Attendees can participate on their own or with a friend, take a break from daily stress, connect with others, and soak in uplifting, positive energy. The focus is on peace, relaxation, and leaving refreshed.

Enjoy an outdoor slow-flow yoga session at Penman Park that welcomes both newcomers and seasoned practitioners. Hosted by Beaches Green Market and Consider It Yoga, this class emphasizes steady, grounding movement to wake up the body and calm the mind in a relaxing green space. Bring a mat, take in the fresh air, and leave feeling centered and refreshed. Afterward, explore the Beaches Green Market for farm-fresh produce, artisanal goods, and more. Contributions are donation based, with a suggested $10 supporting Community and Scholarships at Consider It Yoga.

Florida’s largest gathering focused on metaphysics, holistic wellness, and crystals returns to Jacksonville at a new fairgrounds location, offering a welcoming space for those interested in metaphysical topics, subtle energies, innovative science, and mindfulness. Explore an extensive selection of quality crystals from knowledgeable vendors, readings in a variety of traditions, and energy and sound healing. Discover organic skincare and natural candles, supportive mediumship sessions designed to connect with spirit, and aura photography with professional insights. The marketplace also features artists, makers, books, and other uplifting goods, plus reflexology and massage for relaxation. The event is held entirely indoors. Children 12 and under receive free admission, parking is complimentary, and speaker presentations are included with entry. Many vendors speak Spanish.

The Triple Blessing Backpack Giveaway brings the community together at William F. Sheffield Regional Park for a free, family friendly day focused on getting students ready for school. Attendees can pick up complimentary backpacks and school supplies, with free hair braiding and basic haircuts available. Children can enjoy a dedicated zone with music, games, and activities. The event is open to the public and serves students in kindergarten through 12th grade. To ensure a backpack is reserved, advance registration for each child is required. Organizers are also welcoming vendors, sponsors, and volunteers.

A hands-on, coastal themed workshop pairs custom candle making with an oyster decoupage session for a relaxed, artful experience. Participants first create a personalized scented candle at a fragrance bar offering more than 80 premium options, from fresh to coastal, floral, and clean, then pour the blend into a stylish jar to take home. While candles cool, the focus shifts to transforming multiple real oyster shells into decorative keepsakes. Guidance covers choosing patterns and papers, applying and layering designs, and sealing and finishing for a polished result. Finished shells work well as coastal decor, jewelry dishes, or thoughtful handmade gifts. Attendance is capped at 18 people and each participant must register. Beer and wine are available for purchase from a self pour tap wall, with non alcoholic options also for sale. Two class times are offered.

MOCA Jacksonville invites adults to a hands-on workshop on layered abstraction with local artist Lily Kuonen. You’ll explore drawing, painting, and collage to deconstruct and reimagine visual space, using guided exercises to experiment with things like fragmented depth, flattened perspective, and re-layering surfaces. Through a mix of intentional mark-making and spontaneous gesture, you’ll build dynamic compositions using contrast, texture, and shape relationships, with time to take creative risks and have fun while working toward cohesive abstract artwork.

Awilda Quezada brings live music to Jax Beach Summer Fest in a lively summertime celebration. The festival offers entertainment, food stands, activities for families, and plenty of music.

Arlington Tax Services and The Arlington Project present the second annual back to school block party, a community celebration focused on helping students prepare for the year ahead. The event features complimentary backpacks and school supplies while they last, along with free food, music, games, activities, and prize giveaways. One rising senior will receive a $500 cash scholarship. Free haircuts and hairstyles are planned again, with updated procedures to keep everything smooth and organized, and final details to be announced. Additional announcements, volunteer opportunities, and information for vendors and sponsors will be shared as plans develop. Thanks go to everyone who supported the first year, helping this gathering return on a larger scale so children can start school feeling confident and ready.

Catch The Fray, Dashboard Confessional, and Colony House live at St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the show starting at 6:30 PM.

Catch a stand-up performance by Michael Blackson at Comedy Zone. Seating is split into Inner Circle and Outer Circle sections, with assigned seats handled on a first come, first serve basis at Will Call when you check in. Groups must arrive together to sit together, though seating together cannot be guaranteed. Note that there are no refunds, and entry requires guests to be 21 or older with a valid photo ID, with an ID matching the ticket name required at verification.

Catch a live country rock and southern rock show featuring Harry Love & The hell Stompers. The event is at Murray Hill Theatre in Jacksonville, Florida, with doors opening for a 7:00 PM show.

This performance pairs a live symphony orchestra with a high-energy rock band to honor David Bowie, a true musical chameleon. From Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke, his evolution is reimagined through rich arrangements, soaring vocals, and an electric atmosphere.

Players Locker Room hosts a high-energy rock night with Chrome bringing the party. Expect a set filled with hits from Poison, Mötley Crüe, Pat Benatar, Blondie, Neon Trees, No Doubt, and more. The atmosphere leans into singalong moments, over-the-top dance moves, and bursts of Bon Jovi lyrics shared with new friends. Loud guitars and zero chill are part of the experience.

Catch alternative indie rock from Anyone Awake at Jack Rabbits. Doors open at 8:00 PM, with the show starting at 9:00 PM.

Experience a farmers market in Atlantic Beach with fresh offerings from area growers and makers. Shop produce from small farms and homesteads, microgreens, baked goods, freshly roasted coffee, and plants from local gardeners. Browse a wide range of handmade goods, beauty and wellness products, clothing, jewelry, toys, and fine art crafted in Northeast Florida.

Meet bestselling author H.M. Wolfe for an afternoon focused on DAGGERMOUTH and the release of its deluxe hardcover edition. The program features a moderated conversation with Devin Ford, the content creator behind BroMantasy, delving into the book’s inspiration as well as its world and characters. After the discussion, attendees can meet the author and take a photo. Each ticket includes entry, access to the photo opportunity, and a pre-signed deluxe hardcover of DAGGERMOUTH that features sprayed stenciled edges, endpaper art of the Heart and the Boundary, and a bonus story from Callum and Lira’s points of view.

Local musicians perform at LandShark Bar & Grill in Jacksonville Beach. After time in the sun, guests can cool off indoors with a drink while enjoying the live music.

At RP's Fine Food & Drink in Jacksonville Beach, Brian Rowland performs an all-acoustic set alongside dinner and drinks. The set features classics from Jimmy Buffett, the Eagles, Bob Marley, Tom Petty, and more, mixing backwoods and beach influences for an easygoing way to wrap up the weekend.