Here’s Some of What’s Going on in Jax in January!

Written By Tim Furey

January in Jacksonville is packed with concerts, food experiences, sports, symphony performances, and New Year celebrations. Here are some standout events happening across the city.

🏀 Sports & Local Games

  • North Florida Ospreys Women’s Basketball – Lipscomb Bisons
    Happening at UNF Arena, this is a great local sports outing to kick off the year.

🎶 Concerts & Live Music

  • Purplespace Live at Underbelly
    A high‑energy show at one of downtown’s most popular venues.

  • New Year’s Throwdown 14 @ The Albatross
    A multi‑band rock/metal event featuring several regional acts.

🍝 Food & Experiences

  • From Scratch Seafood Tortellini Class – JAX Cooking Studio
    A hands‑on cooking class with complimentary wine — perfect for date night or a fun group outing.

🎼 Arts & Culture

  • Jacksonville Symphony: Organ Chamber Music
    A beautiful performance at Jacoby Symphony Hall, ideal for classical music lovers.

🎪 Circuses, Festivals & Big Events

The Jacksonville Times‑Union highlights a huge lineup for January, including:

  • Multiple circuses (including Ringling Bros.)

  • Concerts, comedians, and classical music

  • A boat show

  • A rodeo

  • Film and book festivals

  • Tribute acts and seasonal light shows

These events are part of a list of “100 fun things to do in January” in Jacksonville.

🌟 Family‑Friendly Winter Fun

  • Blackhawk Bluff Lights (through early January)
    One of Jacksonville’s most beloved neighborhood light displays, running from Thanksgiving through New Year’s.

🏁 Bottom Line

January in Jacksonville is anything but quiet. Whether you’re into food, music, sports, family fun, or cultural events, there’s something happening every week.

Tim Furey
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