HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS
SEPTEMBER 2025
JAX FUSE - FOOD, ART, MUSIC FESTIVAL
September 12th
OCEAN CONSERVATION + EDUCATION - MUSIC FESTIVAL
September 12th - 13th
2025 FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
September 20th
VIVA LA FIESTA JAX
September 21st
13TH ANNUAL CAPEABILITIES
5K/1M EVENT
September 27th
TUNES AND BLOOMS
September 27th
HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS
JAX FUSE - FOOD, ART, MUSIC FESTIVAL
Join us on September 12th, from 6 PM - 9 PM at 425 Town Plaza Avenue in Ponte Vedra Beach for Jax Fuse – a vibrant evening celebrating North Florida’s food, art, and music scene. This upscale festival features live performances, curated art showcases, and delicious bites from regional chefs, creating a dynamic atmosphere perfect for a night out with friends. Doors open at 5:30 PM, with a packed agenda including group art activities, artist and food panels, and a closing jam session. Submissions for food, art, and music contributors are open now. Come hungry, stay inspired, and get ready for a night that will ignite your senses!
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OCEAN CONSERVATION + EDUCATION - MUSIC FESTIVAL
The 2025 Florida Fin Fest presented by Natural Life is a free, two-day festival celebrating ocean conservation, education, and music, happening at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach on September 12th from 5 PM - 10 PM and September 13th from 12 PM - 10 PM. This family-friendly event features an immersive Education Village with underwater VR experiences, hands-on activities, and touch tanks from Jacksonville University, along with engaging talks from renowned scientists and guest speakers. Visitors can explore a festival village filled with eco-focused brands and enjoy insightful panel discussions on sustainability and conservation topics.
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2025 FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
Join us for the 2025 Fall Harvest Festival on September 20th, from 10:00 AM3:00 PM at the Clay County Fairgrounds (2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs). Enjoy a fun-filled day featuring over 100 local vendors, delicious food trucks, and free entry for all! It’s the perfect opportunity to shop, eat, and support small businesses with family and friends. Please note: Charming Sisters Events is the only official organizer of this event—beware of scammers or unofficial listings. Don’t miss out on this exciting community celebration! exploreclay.com
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VIVA LA FIESTA JAX
Celebrate the 7th anniversary of Viva La Fiesta Jax on September 21st from 1 PM - 7 PM at 2320 N. Liberty Street, Jacksonville! As Jacksonville’s only Latin festival, Viva La Fiesta promises an unforgettable day filled with live music, traditional Latin dances, delicious food, and vibrant cultural experiences. Don’t miss the excitement—bring your family and friends for a day full of rhythm, flavor, and fun for all ages. visitjacksonville.com
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13TH ANNUAL CAPEABILITIES
5K/1M EVENT
Join us on September 27th from 8 AM – 11 AM at BASCA, 352 Stowe Avenue in Orange Park, for the 13th Annual CapeABILITIES 5K/1M Event—a fun, family-friendly celebration designed for participants of all ages and abilities! Whether you choose to run, walk, or roll, you’ll enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile 5K or a 1-mile fun run through beautiful historic Orange Park. The event includes chip timing and finish line photos for 5K runners, opportunities to compete for overall and age group awards, and commemorative race T-shirts while supplies last. Come out and support Cape “ABILITIES” and people of ALL abilities! exploreclay.com
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TUNES AND BLOOMS
Join us on September 27th, from 6 PM - 9 PM for Tunes & Blooms: Latin at the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, where you can explore the zoo at sunset while enjoying live Latin-inspired performances by Cumbe Soinco and Mandalla. Stroll through the gardens, enjoy hands-on crafts, games, and giveaways, and take in the unique atmosphere created by music echoing throughout the grounds. Select animals, including tigers, sloths, and stingrays, may be visible during the event, and guests can meet Animal Ambassadors up close. Classic attractions like the carousel and 4D theatre will be open, and food and drinks are available for purchase. Grab your tickets today and don’t miss this vibrant evening of music, wildlife, and family fun!
