Jacksonville is serving up one of its busiest weekends of the season — whether you're looking to adopt a furry friend, catch live music under the stars, or compete for wing glory, there's something for just about everyone across the First Coast this weekend.
- Head to Dogtopia on Beach Blvd for a pet adoption event where four local shelters and rescues will have animals ready to meet potential new families.
- Learn the heartwarming story behind 1928 Cuban Bistro, the five-location Jacksonville restaurant a first-generation Cuban American built around her grandparents' love story.
- Browse the full Jacksonville weekend guide rounding up everything from a free outdoor movie to a sold-out country show happening across the city.
- Swing by Myrtle Avenue Brewing for a wing contest and hot sauce event that mixes competitive eating, local vendors, and a surprise rock star celebrity guest.
- Mark your calendar for the inaugural Pro Billiard Series All Stars, a brand-new six-day championship event coming to the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.
- Plan a day trip for the expanded Taste of Amelia, as Amelia Island's beloved culinary crawl grows into a three-day fall weekend of food, wine, spirits, and history.
- Check out the fall concert season heating up across Northeast Florida, with Sing Out Loud in St. Augustine and big-name acts taking the stage at The Amp.
- See everything on Jacksonville's full weekly plate, including the Jaguars' home opener and a free ocean festival you won't want to miss.
However you choose to spend your weekend, Jacksonville has no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the city — so pick your adventure and make the most of it.
