Jacksonville, Fl — America 250 will be celebrated in a big way in Downtown Jacksonville with what is described as the largest Fourth of July fireworks show in Jacksonville history. The fun begins at 4:00 pm with music and other activities.
But it’s only one of several events happening this week to mark the Semiquincentennial. See a full day-by-day rundown below.
Banana Ball is coming to Jacksonville with three games scheduled at VyStar Ballpark Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The Indianapolis Clowns and Loco Beach Coconuts will face off in the fast-paced version of baseball known for its unusual rules and fan interaction. Organizers say the teams could feature former major leaguers and celebrity guests.
Jacksonville’s Hodges Stadium at UNF is hosting the AAU Track& Field Primary Nationals and Club Championships starting Sunday, July 5 - July 11.
Shrek the Musical continues its run at Alhambra Theatre and Dining.
Art in Bloom continues at the Cummer Museum this summer through September.
Wednesday, July 1:
Downtown First Wednesday Art Walk - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - James Weldon Johnson Park
Young & Sick: Live at Jack Rabbits Live - 7:00 pm
Thursday, July 2:
Earthquake - 7:15 pm - The Comedy Zone
First Thursday Yoga at Friendship Fountain - 7:00 pm
Banana Ball - Indianapolis Clowns vs. Loco Beach Coconuts - 7:00 pm - VyStar Ballpark
Friday, July 3:
Jacksonville Waves v Charlotte Crown - 7:00 pm - VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
America Turns 250 - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Cummer Museum
Earthquake - 9:45 pm - The Comedy Zone
Tunes and Blooms: Red, White and Boots - 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm - Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Freedom Fest - 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm - Friendship Fountain
Eugene Torres - 8:00 pm - Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Close Friends (Causa Comigo) @ Decca Live - 10:00 pm
Banana Ball - Indianapolis Clowns vs. Loco Beach Coconuts - 7:00 pm - VyStar Ballpark
Saturday, July 4:
Riverside Arts Market July Fourth Celebration - 9:00 am - 9:00 pm - Under the Fuller Warren Bridge
Beaches Green Market - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Penman Park
Jacksonville’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration - starts at 4:00 pm - Riverfront Plaza
Earthquake - 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm - The Comedy Zone
YDG @ Decca Live - 10:00 pm
USS Orleck 4th of July 250th American Celebration - 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm - USS Orleck
July 4th Extravaganza Cruise - 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm - Jax Yacht Charter Royal Princess
Banana Ball - Indianapolis Clowns vs. Loco Beach Coconuts - 7:00 pm - VyStar Ballpark
Sunday, July 5:
Jacksonville Waves v Charlotte Crown - 2:00 pm - VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Purgatory Wrestling at Decca Live - 6:00 pm
Monday, July 6:
The Princess Concert - 3:30 pm - Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
