The lights are on after dark at several community centers throughout Jacksonville. Every Friday and Saturday, now through July 31, teens ages 13 - 17 can visit 5 JaxParks locations from 6 - 10 p.m. for free music, dancing, movies, basketball, painting, game truck and more. Registration is on-site with a picture ID. There is no entry after 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact JaxParks at (904) 255-7900 or visit the JaxParks website.

When school is out, summer fun is in! – Monday is the first day of JaxParks’ annual Rec-n-Roll summer program, an initiative that provides free, supervised, recreational and engaging activities for Jacksonville youth throughout the season to minimize the opportunity for violence and crime. Children ages 6 - 17 are invited to enjoy games, activities, sports and more in a safe place throughout weekdays through July 30. Programs are from 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. No registration required. For more information, contact JaxParks at (904) 255-7900 or visit the JaxParks website.

Nearly 8,000 Backpacks Delivered to Pre-K Classrooms

Riverfront Plaza to host the inaugural championship showcasing the top talent in the world

$722,772 from Department of Labor for Workforce Reintegration Program 

In partnership with the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, Mayor Lenny Curry announced today the winning public art project for the Duval County Courthouse lawn, by unanimous vote and perfect score, is Cliff Garten Studio of Venice, CA. Mr. Garten will construct and reveal his project during our city’s bicentennial year and for the 10^th anniversary of the Courthouse building.

Jacksonville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration will return this year at multiple locations throughout the city to celebrate the nation’s independence. At each location, the City of Jacksonville is offering a spectacular fireworks display that will begin at 9:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2021.