Here’s Some Of What’s Going On In Jax In August!

Written By Tim Furey

From quiet moments to local gems, here’s how to make the most of the month

August in Jacksonville is a bit of a breather. The summer crowds begin to thin, school buses start rolling again, and the city settles into a slower rhythm. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do—just that it’s the perfect time to explore the quieter side of Jax, reconnect with your neighborhood, and gear up for the busy fall season ahead.

Here’s a look at what’s happening around town this month:

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment

  • Riley Green – Damn Country Music Tour
    Aug 8 @ VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
    Country fans won’t want to miss this high-energy show with Drake White and Ella Langley.

  • Collective Soul & Our Lady Peace
    Aug 8 @ Daily’s Place
    A nostalgic rock double-header under the stars.

  • Phil Keaggy – 30th Anniversary Show
    Aug 9 @ Murray Hill Theatre
    Guitar legend in an intimate, seated performance.

  • Maxwell & Lucky Daye
    Aug 10 @ VyStar Arena
    Smooth R&B vibes and powerhouse vocals.

🏈 Jaguars Are Back!!

  • Training Camp & Scrimmage
    Aug 1, 3, 5 @ EverBank Stadium
    Free open practices and a stadium scrimmage to preview the season.

  • Preseason Game: Jaguars vs. Steelers
    Aug 9 @ TIAA Bank Field
    Football returns with the first preseason matchup.

🎉 Community Events & Family Fun

  • Repticon Jacksonville
    Aug 2–3 @ Prime Osborn Convention Center
    Exotic pets, educational exhibits, and family-friendly fun.

  • Back-to-School Bash
    Aug 2 @ Carver Center, Jax Beach
    Free backpacks, books, and supplies for local kids.

  • 25 Taps for the St. Johns Celebration
    Aug 3 @ Intuition Ale Works
    Local breweries celebrate the Riverkeeper’s 25th anniversary.

  • Touch-A-Truck
    Aug 9 @ Brooks Family YMCA
    Kids explore fire trucks, police cars, and more.

  • Caribbean Carnival
    Aug 23 @ Salaam Club
    Parade, music, and vibrant cultural celebration.

📚 Talks, Workshops & Wellness

  • “War in Paradise” Talk
    Aug 7 @ Beaches Museum
    Journalist Eliot Kleinberg explores Florida’s WWII history.

  • Bikepacking 101
    Aug 16 @ Honey Pot Bicycle Collective
    Learn the ropes of long-distance cycling adventures.

  • Transcendental Meditation Intro Session
    Aug 2 @ Regency Square Library
    Free mindfulness workshop.

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