There is much to do and enjoy during the week of Thanksgiving. Jacksonville and the surrounding areas will host events for everyone to partake in during the holiday weekend.
Here is a calendar list of events through November 26th.
Jax Illuminations
Join Jax Illuminations for its fifth annual holiday light show. The one mile drive-thru features over half a million lights that dance, twinkle and sparkle to music. The event includes free hot chocolate and candy canes.
When: Nov 17th to Dec 31st
Where: Morocco Shrine Center, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Visit: www.jaxilluminations.com for more information.
Downtown Dazzle
Jacksonville Children's Chorus presents Downtown Dazzle. The celebration includes festive lights synchronized to recorded songs of the season performed by the Jacksonville Children's Chorus. Holiday, Christmas and Hanukkah songs will be broadcast on 94.5 FM radio for onlookers to enjoy.
When: November 24th at 5:30p.m. This event will repeat every day until the 31st of December.
Where: 225 East Duval Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Visit: www.jaxchildrenschorus.org for more information.
Nights of Lights
The 24th annual Nights of Lights will dazzle the city as some three million lights adorn every corner of the St. Augustine for two months. During Nights of Lights there are many special accommodations made for you to enjoy this holiday display. Businesses downtown will stay open later, letting you and shop around the lit buildings. The trains and trolleys offer special seasonal tours that take you through the best areas of Nights of Lights.
When: November 18th to November to January 31st
Where: St. Augustine, FL 32084
Visit: www.visitstaugustine.com for more information
Jax Beach Deck The Chairs
Join them at the 5th Annual Jax Beach Deck The Chairs. More than twenty American Red Cross lifeguard chairs will be decorated in coastal-themed designs and lights in Downtown Jacksonville Beach. Kickoff is the day after Thanksgiving with chair decorating, music, hot cocoa, judging and lighting ceremonies.
When: November 24th-January 1st. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Where: Seawalk Pavilion
Visit: www.deckthechairs.org for more information
Dave Koz 20th Anniversary Christmas Tour
Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz presents the 20th Anniversary of his Christmas Tour with special guests David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White and Selina Albright.
When: November 25th
Where: Florida Theatre. 128 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Visit: www.floridatheatre.com for information
SiriusXM Presents The Brian Setzer Orchestra's 14th Annual Christmas Rocks! Tour
Guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and three-time Grammy-Award winner Brian Setzer and his 19-piece orchestra whip up a huge dose of retro holiday cheer with their Christmas Rocks! Tour.
When: November 29th
Where: Florida Theatre. 128 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Visit: www.floridatheatre.com for more information
WinterFEST at Adventure Landing in Jacksonville Beach
You can enjoy a variety of winter activities and holiday family fun at WinterFEST including: The Alpine Racer 130-foot long ice slide, nightly snowfalls, outdoor ice skating rink, s’more roasting, and a beautiful alpine village with plenty more.
When: November-January.
Where: Adventure Landing Jax Beach. 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Visit: jacksonville-beach.adventurelanding.com for more information
TPC Sawgrass Tree Lighting Ceremony
Celebrate the holidays at TPC Sawgrass! Enjoy the Christmas carols and hot cocoa in this fun, complimentary family event.
When: November 24th. 6:30 p.m.
Where: TPC Sawgrass. 110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Contact: Cameron Geer 904.543.5105 for more information
The Alhambra Theatre and Dining Presents Bruce Allen Scudder's Christmas Carole
The Alhambra Theatre will have special performances and menu for the holiday season.
When: November 22nd to December 24th
Where: Alhambra Theatre and Dining. 12000 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Visit: www.alhambrajax.com for more information
Christmas on the River at the Jacksonville Landing
The 31st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony features over 78,000 L.E.D. lights and more than 100 ornaments and performances highlighting Jacksonville’s local musicians. There will be nightly tree light shows until New Year’s Eve.
When: November 24th to December 31st at 7:00p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Landing 2 Independent Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Visit: www.jacksonvillelanding.com
Kelton Givens can be reached at newsteam.wjct.org, 904-358-6317 or on Twitter at @Kelton_Givens
