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Jacksonville offers a variety of events and activities from April to November, making it the best time to visit the city. Florida enjoys a warm climate most of the year, so beach season runs from April to November, along with surfing from early August to mid-April. Jacksonville Fair highlights the fall season in November. However, if you visit Jacksonville from December to March, watching the population of endangered Northern right whales recovering in Florida is a must-see event.

20 things to do in Jacksonville, FL

Mamey Sapote Harvest

May–July Food

Sweet and smooth. Don't forget to try this exotic fruit!

Surfing

early August–mid-April Activity

Not so popular with pro surfers, Florida could nevertheless be attractive for beginners

Beach Season

April–November (all year round) Activity

Florida enjoys a warm climate most of the year

Ichetucknee Blue Hole

all year round Activity

A perfect scenic spot for swimming, snorkeling and diving

Kiteboarding and Windsurfing

November–April Activity

One of top-five wind sports destinations in the United States

Whale Watching

December–March Nature

The population of endangered Northern right whales is recovering in Florida

Jacksonville Fair

November 7–17, 2024 Event

The biggest fair in Northern Florida

Fireflies at Blue Spring State Park

mid-to-late March Nature

The amazing mother nature's light show takes place every spring in Central Florida

Kayaking

all year round (best in October–April) Activity

Enjoy a paddling adventure in Northeast Florida

Little Talbot and Big Talbot Islands

April–October Nature

Explore miles of undeveloped, pristine beaches

Jacksonville Jazz Festival

May 23–26, 2024 Event

One of the largest music events in Northeast Florida

Christmas Lights in Jacksonville, FL

late November–early January Event

The most outstanding holiday light displays across northeastern Florida

New Year's Eve in Jacksonville

December 31–January 1 Event

Jax goes big on fireworks and partying to mark the end of the year

Hummingbirds

early March–late September Nature

Our wee friends flock to the Sunshine State as eagerly as tourists do

Sandhill Cranes

all year round (best in June–July) Nature

Native to Florida, sandhill cranes can be observed year-round

Halloween in Jacksonville: Events & Parties

October 1–October 31 Event

Zoo Spooktacular as well as other fall frights and delights

Jacksonville 4th of July Fireworks & Events

July 3–4 Event

Don't miss one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations in the USA

Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show

October 18–19, 2025 Event

Roaring jets and stunning aerobatics over the First Coast

Jacksonville Memorial Day Weekend Events

May 23–26, 2024 Event

A real tribute to the fallen heroes

NAS Jax Air Show

October 19–20, 2024 Event

Witness the soaring maneuvers of legendary aircraft at this one-of-a-kind spectacle

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