Events in Jacksonville today

A welcoming crafting meetup gathers at DAV Hall to create projects that bring joy to veterans. People who enjoy working with their hands come together to share ideas, make meaningful items, and support those who served. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, with creativity at the heart of every session.

A weekly Riftbound TCG tournament offering regular competitive play for participants. Ideal for players who want consistent tournament matches and a dependable way to play the game each week.

The Maple Hill Food Bank offers distribution at the Angola Community Association. Residents of Maple Hill are welcome to access this resource. Please share the information with neighbors so anyone who could benefit knows about it.

Riftbound Nexus Nights highlights the League of Legends Trading Card Game. These events are the only place to earn exclusive promo cards for the game.

This event delivers a unique music bingo format from The Magick at JoeDeddy's Bar & Grill, blending song recognition with the structure of bingo. Players use smartphones, tablets, or laptops for fully digital cards, eliminating paper and daubers. The soundtrack covers hits from past decades to today, grouped into playful categories that encourage dancing, singing along, and enthusiastic bingo calls. Good food and a lively crowd round out the music-filled atmosphere.

Children can explore movement, music, and imagination in a creative movement class at Koi-B Collective Education Center. Guided by experienced dance instructor and homeschool mom Brianna Crews, the class blends dance, playful activities, rhythm, and storytelling to encourage self-expression. Young learners build confidence, coordination, balance, and social skills in a caring setting where every child is welcomed and encouraged. Each session features age-appropriate activities that spark creativity and foster a lasting love of movement and the arts. Whether a child is twirling for the first time or already loves to dance, this class offers a supportive place to learn and shine. Cost is $20 per class or $60 per month.

Koi-B Kids Jam is a weekly class for little ones at Koi-B Collective Education Center, offering a lively mix of trying instruments, using singing voices, and integrative play time filled with wigglin and jigglin. Designed with young children in mind, it provides a welcoming space to explore music and movement together.

The 55th annual Shrimp Festival is on the way. This milestone year highlights more than five decades of tradition, and excitement is already building.

Enjoy a relaxed Ladies Night at the studio with creative fun in a hands-on pottery painting setting. Bring friends, sip a sweet drink, and personalize pieces from a simple mug to a one of a kind creation. It offers an easy way to unwind and get artsy together. Walk-ins are accepted.

Roller City sets the weekend in motion with a lively Friday night skating session filled with high-energy music and a bustling rink. The vibe works well for friends, date nights, and group outings. Admission is $12 and can be purchased at the door. Whether you plan to cruise the floor or simply take in the upbeat scene, this session brings big energy to start the weekend.

The Radiant 5K welcomes participants of all ages to run, walk, or complete the course with a stroller while connecting with others and making memories. Open to women, men, families, and children, the event is set at River of Life Church. Registration costs $15 per runner. Registrations are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Participants can look forward to cheers at the finish line.

This farmers market brings together area farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans to connect with the community. Browse seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked treats with some gluten free choices, local honey, and a variety of handmade artisan goods.

Hosted by MCJC and Wreaths Across America Jacksonville NC, this Show & Shine gathers Jeep and 4x4 owners to display their vehicles while supporting a fundraiser to purchase wreaths for placement at the Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery. Entries will be evaluated in Sponsor's Choice, People's Choice, Most Patriotic acknowledging the U.S. 250th, and Best Off-Road, with prizes awarded. The event features a 50/50 raffle, additional raffles for items contributed by businesses and individuals, vendors, and children's games. Raffle and prize support has been provided or pledged by Military Veteran Products, Horn Blasters, Oracle Lights, Mountain2Metal, Up & Duck, Wet Bucket Tattoo, Harbor Freight, Ace Hardware, OnX Maps, and Bubba's 33. Organizers are seeking vendors and sponsors, and vendor application requests can be sent to waajacksonvillenc@yahoo.com.

At New River Harley-Davidson, motorcyclists and community members come together for a ride honoring the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The event supports Eastern North Carolina Honor Flight, helping ensure veterans receive meaningful recognition. It is planned as a respectful expression of appreciation and patriotism, bringing people together for a shared tribute on two wheels. Hot dogs are provided by the American Legion Riders, and the event welcomes both riders and supporters.

New River Harley-Davidson fires up the grill for a community-focused cookout where local clubs and organizations offer complimentary hot dogs, chips, and water while gathering donations for local causes. It creates a friendly setting for riders and neighbors to connect, share stories, and enjoy a simple bite together. For this edition, the American Legion Riders Chapter 265 NC is running the grill.

A relaxed gathering that brings eye-catching cars together with lively conversations and fresh coffee. Enthusiasts and the simply curious can mingle, trade stories, and take in a variety of cool rides at an easygoing pace. Sip a coffee, stroll among the vehicles, and enjoy a welcoming community built around a shared passion for automobiles.

Roller City becomes an ocean-themed rink party with lively music, family-friendly fun, and plenty of skating for all skill levels. Whether you zip around, steady your sea legs as a beginner, or cruise at an easy pace, there is room for everyone on the floor. The soundtrack is energetic and the atmosphere stays playful from beginning to end. No boating license needed.

An event dedicated to the Gundam Card Game, also known as GCG.

This event centers on the One Piece Card Game.