Weekend Festivals, Concerts and Military Events Highlight Busy March in Jacksonville

Jacksonville wrapped up a lively weekend filled with festivals, concerts and community gatherings across the city.

Food Fest and Beer Celebrations Downtown

Downtown Jacksonville drew steady crowds Saturday for the Jacksonville Food Fest and Craft Fair, where vendors, food trucks and local makers set up shop for a daylong celebration. Nearby in San Marco, the 5th Annual San Marco Beer Fest brought craft brews and live entertainment to the neighborhood, adding to the St. Johns River buzz.

Organizers reported strong turnout as spring weather helped boost attendance at outdoor events throughout the urban core.

Major Concerts and Nightlife Events

Music fans had plenty of options. Rapper Kodak Black performed Saturday night at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, while The Florida Theatre hosted The Phil Collins Story. Clubs and live music venues across Downtown and the Beaches also featured touring DJs and themed events, keeping nightlife districts active into the early morning hours.

At Decca Live and Myth Nightclub, weekend performances added to a busy entertainment calendar that signals a strong start to Jacksonville’s spring season.

Military Community Gathers at NAS Jacksonville

On Saturday, NAS Jacksonville hosted a military retiree seminar for veterans and service members preparing to transition from active duty. The event connected attendees with legal resources, benefits counseling and community support organizations.

City leaders also highlighted upcoming tributes tied to National Vietnam Veterans Day later this month, including a Missing Man Table display planned at Jacksonville International Airport.

Family-Friendly Attractions Continue

Families also turned out for Water Circus Nautilus, which opened its Jacksonville run Friday under the big top at Northside Plaza. The traveling aquatic show continues through March 23, featuring performers on a custom water stage.

With festivals, concerts and community programming happening simultaneously, Jacksonville’s late-March calendar is proving one of the busiest stretches of the year.

Sources

https://allevents.in/jacksonville/2026-03-21
https://dtjax.com/events/month/2026-03/
https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/military-affairs-and-veterans-department/events/all-events
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/water-circus-nautilus-jacksonville-fl-march-20-23-2026-tickets-1984491512535