Free Events & Activities in Jacksonville

Free things to do in Jacksonville — festivals, library events, park activities, and community happenings. No cost, all fun.

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Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 7, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Southeast Regional

Pre-registration is encouraged. Click here . Attendance is limited. Please arrive early to check in. Check in starts 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Late entry will not be permitted after 15 minutes past the program’s start time. This program is intended for youth participants...

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Open Mic Poetry

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Southgate

The library open mic is a simple but powerful program that invites the community to share poetry, spoken word, and personal stories in a welcoming space. It creates connection across cultures, languages, and generations while highlighting the library as a place for creativity, learning, and...

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TAB: Studio Ghibli's Watercolor Sky

Mon, Apr 6, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · West Branch

Theme: Watercolor painting Boo k: Rebel Skies by Ann Sei Lin If you’re a Jacksonville Public Library volunteer, be sure to register for this TAB opportunity in CERVIS to get credit for your volunteer hours. Follow this link: Volunteer at the Library to register or to become a volunteer with...

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Drop-In! Board Game Hangout

In 2 days · Tue, Apr 7, 9:30 PM–11:45 PM UTC · Argyle Branch

Looking for friends to play board games with? Interested in learning games you’ve always wanted to try? Whether you’re a board game enthusiast or seek to try something new, come join us for an evening of strategy and fun! We’ll be learning a different board game each month, but...

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Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon, Apr 6, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Winter Garden Branch

Attendees will have the opportunity to read one-on-one with a therapy dog. A sign-up sheet will be provided to determine the order in which participants will have their turn.

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Breakout Game: Spring into Poetry

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 7, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Regency Square Branch · Ages 12–17

Celebrate National Poetry Month with this poetry inspired escape room in a box! This activity is designed for ages 12 to 17.

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D20 The Legend of Zelda pt. II

Mon, Apr 6, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · San Marco Branch

Featured Book: The legend of Zelda. [Volume 1], Ocarina of time, part 1 by Akira Himekawa Attendance is limited and is first-come first-served. Please arrive early to check in. Check in starts 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Late entry will not be permitted after 15 minutes past the...

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Smash Bros. Tournament and Free-play!

Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · University Park Branch

Battle it out in a Super Smash Bros Ultimate bracket-style tournament! Free-play will also be available tournament will feature live commentary and is limited to 20 participants with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place. Registration not required, but show up early on the day of to secure your...

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Breath Centric Chair Yoga for All

In 4 weeks · Tue, May 5, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Beaches Branch

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email...

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Soutel Community Market

4750 Soutel Dr

Soutel Community Market is a farmers market in Jacksonville, FL. In the shopping center parking lot. 2nd and 4th Sat. Products: Organic (USDA Certified). Accepts: SNAP; Some/all market vendors will accept EBT through individual POS.

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Olga L. Bradham And Etta L. Brooks Branch

1755 Edgewood Avenue West

Olga L. Bradham And Etta L. Brooks Branch is a public branch library in Jacksonville, FL. Open 2,376 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 27,459 square feet.

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Spring Music Concert

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Bradham and Brooks Branch

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for the Special Needs Library at 904 255-2665 or...

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TAB: Undertale, Papyrus Prophecy

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 7:15 PM–8:15 PM UTC · Brentwood Branch

Theme: Undertale Book: The Raven Boys : The graphic novel by Maggie Stiefvater If you’re a Jacksonville Public Library volunteer, be sure to register for this TAB opportunity in CERVIS to get credit for your volunteer hours. Follow this link: Volunteer at the Library to register or to become...

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Bring Your Own Craft

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 10, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Argyle Branch

Bring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Drop in and chat! DescriptionBring whatever craft you're working on, whether knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery or paper flowers! Drop in and have a chat!