HH NEFL Magazine July

HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS

JACKSONVILLE’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION July 4th

FIREWORKS OVER THE MATANZAS July 4th

PORCHFEST AT THE RIVERS HOUSE July 10th

BRIDGE OF LIONS 5K July 11th

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SOUTHERN WOMEN’S SUMMER MARKET & EXPO July 17th & 18th

FREE TRIVIA AT SOUTHERN SWELLS July 21st

HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS JACKSONVILLE’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION Join Jacksonville’s Independence Day celebration on July 4th from 4:00PM to 9:30PM at the Riverfront Plaza downtown. Enjoy an afternoon and evening of live music, family-friendly activities, local art, food vendors, and entertainment along the St. Johns River, culminating in the largest Fourth of July fireworks show in Jacksonville history at 9:00PM. Admission is free, and no registration is required.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS FIREWORKS OVER THE MATANZAS Celebrate Independence Day at Fireworks Over the Matanzas on Saturday, July 4th from 6:00PM to 10:00PM in Downtown St. Augustine, along the Matanzas Bay waterfront and the historic Bayfront area. This annual free admission Fourth of July celebration features live music, family-friendly festivities, and one of Northeast Florida’s most spectacular fireworks displays over the Matanzas River, beginning at approximately 9:00PM.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS PORCHFEST AT THE RIVERS HOUSE Enjoy an afternoon of live music and community spirit at PorchFest at The Rivers House in Green Cove Springs on Friday, July 10th from 7:00PM to 9:00PM, hosted by the Green Cove Springs Preservation Society. This unique music festival features local musicians performing on porches and outdoor spaces throughout the historic property, creating a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Attendees can explore the grounds, listen to a variety of live performances, and celebrate local arts and culture. Admission is free, and no registration is required.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS BRIDGE OF LIONS 5K Lace up your running shoes for the Bridge of Lions 5K on Saturday, July 11th at 7:30AM in Downtown St. Augustine, beginning near the historic Bridge of Lions and winding through scenic downtown streets. This popular annual race welcomes runners and walkers of all skill levels and offers a unique opportunity to experience St. Augustine’s historic waterfront and landmarks.

Registration is required, and participants must register in advance to take part in the race. Funds from this race support the MakeA-Wish Foundation. Visit the website below for more details on how to register.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS SOUTHERN WOMEN’S SUMMER MARKET & EXPO Spend the day shopping, exploring, and supporting women-owned businesses at the Southern Women’s Summer Market & Expo between Friday and Saturday, July 17th-18th from 10:00AM to 4:00PM at the Thrasher-Horne Center in Orange Park.

This indoor summer market features boutique shopping, handmade goods, beauty and wellness vendors, food trucks, sweet treats, and more. Registration is required through the website below, and attendees are encouraged to secure tickets in advance as availability is limited.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS FREE TRIVIA AT SOUTHERN SWELLS Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun night out at FREE Trivia at Southern Swells at Jax Beach on July 21st from 7:00PM to 9:00PM. Hosted by Visit Jacksonville and DJ Se7ven, this free trivia event offers participants the chance to compete for prizes awarded to the top three teams. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure a table and team name. Visit the website to view the official flyer and learn more.

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