November 7 – 10, Various Hours Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife
Vilano Beach Pier, 3101 First Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Renowned culinary weekend with beverage tastings and cuisine from some of the best chefs and local culinary superstars. Experience coastal wildlife up-close. The weekend’s events will raise funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Reserve, with the Reserve’s research and education experts showcasing music, fun, interactive programs with coastal wildlife. Check out the event schedule and venues at their website. Tickets: $59 plus. whiskeywineandwildlife.com
November 8, 6:30 pm A Night with the Stars
Florida Blue Deerwood Campus, 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32246 Eldersource will celebrate and honor individuals who have generously invested time, energy and creativity in serving older adults at its 50th Anniversary Celebration. Dance the night away to live music by local artists The Band Be Easy. myeldersource.org
November 8, 7:00 pm Jacksonville Icemen vs. Atlanta Gladiators
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32202 Watch Jacksonville’s hometown hockey team glide and slide on the ice at this family friendly event. Go Icemen! Tickets: $27 plus. 904.630.3900 Jacksonvilleicemen.com
November 9, Noon to 8:00 pm Jax Porchfest
Klutho Park, 204 W. 3rd Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206
The 10th Annual Jacksonville PorchFest, a music festival held on the welcoming front porches of Historic Springfield. Free, family-friendly event with food and fun featuring musicians from a wide variety of genres including more than twenty performers. jacksonvilleporchfest.org
November 11, 11:00 am Veterans Day Parade
Downtown Jacksonville Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 This patriotic parade features grand marshals, senior military officials, active-duty and retired military, veterans groups, local high school marching bands, decorative floats and more. Join the celebration honoring veterans with a parade through downtown Jacksonville, featuring floats, music, and local organizations. specialevents.coj.net
November 15, 11:30 am Trivia, Trivia III
Osher Lifelong Learning, UNF, 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Challenge your mind as you learn and socialize with fellow OLLIs. Maximize brain power by working in teams. Content and categories are new at each session. Your interest in trivia, teamwork, and having fun are all that are required to participate. No cost to attend. unf.edu/ce/olli
November 20, 3:00 PM Big Band Holiday, Jax Symphony Orchestra
300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 Get into the holiday groove with the Jacksonville Jazz Collective as they kick off the series with big band jazz with festive flair. Swing along in this performance to ignite your holiday spirit. Tickets: $38 plus. jaxsymphony.org
November 27 – January 1, 5:00 pm to Midnight Deck the Chairs
Seawalk Pavilion, 75 First Street North, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
More than 40 American Red Cross lifeguard chairs will be decorated in coastal-themed designs and lights for Deck the Chairs in Jacksonville Beach. The nightly display continues throughout New Year’s Day. This event is free and open to the public. It is handicap accessible and dog friendly. deckthechairs.org
November 29 – December 29, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Glowing Gardens Holiday
Jacksonville Arboretum, 1445 Millcoe Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Friends and families can explore a myriad of magical lights, illuminating the beauty of the natural surroundings and gardens for an immersive holiday experience. This seasonal celebration of nature is a perfect start to the holiday season. Tickets: $19 plus. 904.318.4342 jacksonvillearboretum.org
November 30, 6:00 pm Jacksonville Light Boat Parade
Downtown Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Experience a festive parade of beautifully decorated boats on the St. Johns River, complete with music and fireworks. Vessels of all shapes and sizes adorn their hulls as they float along the north and south banks of the St. Johns River. specialevents.coj.net
