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SUMMARY:The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Oddities and Curiosities Expo is a one-of-a-kind traveling showcase that brings together hundreds of oddity vendors and artists from across the country\, creating a playground for the strange and unusual. Here\, the weird\, wonderful\, and downright bizarre unite in a fascinating display of the extraordinary\, providing a platform for vendors and artists to connect with a community of like-minded individuals. \nThe event will travel coast to coast\, visiting 45 cities in the United States\, Canada\, and Australia in 2025. \nAttendees can browse and shop for rare and unique items\, including taxidermy\, preserved animal specimens\, dark artistry\, original horror and Halloween-inspired artwork\, antiques\, metaphysical accoutrements\, handcrafted oddities\, skulls\, bones\, and funeral collectibles. \nBeyond shopping\, the expo offers an immersive experience with photo opportunities\, tarot readings\, sideshow performances\, and various concessions to keep attendees entertained throughout the day.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/the-oddities-curiosities-expo/
LOCATION:Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center\, 1000 Water Street\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
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SUMMARY:JJ Grey & Mofro at Heartwood Soundstage
DESCRIPTION:JJ Grey & Mofro’s Olustee Tour is coming to Heartwood Soundstage in downtown Gainesville on 9/28! Grab tickets now and we’ll see y’all there!
URL:https://arbus.com/event/jj-grey-mofro-at-heartwood-soundstage/
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 S. Main St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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SUMMARY:October Art Walk at Southlight Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Do you feel uneasy? Like the end is near? Well grab your friends and family and head to Southlight Gallery this October! Join us for an evening of art and discussion reflective of the state of the world right now.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/october-art-walk-at-southlight-gallery/
LOCATION:Southlight Gallery\, 201 North Hogan Street Suite 100\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251005T170000
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SUMMARY:Nurture Fest
DESCRIPTION:Nurture Fest\n\n\n\n\n\nA community celebration of nurturers. \nOutside on the lawn (4-9 PM): \n\nArt vendors\nAerial Arts\nFree\, kid-friendly activities\n\nInside performances (5–9 PM): \nLexi Braun • Natalie Rella • Maggie Clifford • Mei • Sarah Hinds • Eowyn Sage • & friends \nNurture Fest also honors the two recipients of the inaugural Nurture Recording Grant: Sarah Hinds (Gainesville) and Savannah Zara (St. Augustine). This grant provides studio time and support for women musicians with children\, helping them record and release their first original track. \nBorn from a story of generosity\, success\, and paying it forward\, Nurture Fest is more than a showcase — it’s a community-wide celebration of creativity\, resilience\, and support for nurturers in music. \nLexi Braun writes songs of love\, loss\, and other absurdities. Former frontwoman of Palimony and West Hexes\, her stripped down piano playing and cosmic country roots will make you feel things. \nSarah Hinds is a renowned\, award-winning visual artist based in Gainesville\, Florida. As an artist in residence at Shands Hospital\, she works with patients at the bedside and in the community. Hinds\, for example\, orchestrated the community-wide collaborative artwork known as the Heartwall\, that is installed along the east side of Depot Park. In addition to being a visual artist\, Hinds is an adept songwriter and performer. She is one of two recipients of the inaugural Nurture Recording Grant\, which covers the costs of studio time and setting up online streaming distribution for women who are mothers and/or have full-time\, in-home care responsibilities for dependents. Nurture Fest is Hinds’ first time performing on the Heartwood Soundstage indoor stage. \nNatalie Rella A performing musician in Gainesville for more than 20 years\, Natalie Rella is a world-class jazz singer. She has an ongoing monthly residency at Baby J’s in downtown Gainesville and this will be her first live performance at Heartwood’s indoor soundstage. \nEowyn Sage is a singer-songwriter from St. Augustine\, Florida\, with roots on the musical theater stage and a heart full of stories. Born and raised by the sea but always dreaming of the mountains\, Eowyn began writing her own music just a year ago\, blending emotional honesty with a love for melody and movement. Whether she’s rock climbing\, traveling\, or performing\, her songs reflect a deep connection to adventure and self-discovery. She’s thrilled to be performing at Nurture Fest and sharing this new chapter of her musical journey. \nMaggie Clifford \nMei
URL:https://arbus.com/event/nurture-fest/
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 S. Main St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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SUMMARY:WasabiCon 2025
DESCRIPTION:WasabiCon is Jacksonville’s annual celebration of anime\, cosplay\, and gaming! Otaku culture is front and center for Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture festival featuring three days of celebrity guests\, exhibitors\, artists\, tabletop gaming\, video games\, maid cafés\, and much\, much more. The event takes place Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, October 10-12\, 2025 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center located at 1000 Water Street\, Jacksonville\, Florida 32204. Tickets are available in advance or on-site: $25 Friday\, $45 Saturday\, $35 Sunday\, or $65 for a 3-Day Pass. Questions? jax@wasabicon.com
URL:https://arbus.com/event/wasabicon-2025/
LOCATION:Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center\, 1000 Water Street\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251010T180000
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SUMMARY:Fanfare!
DESCRIPTION:This one-night-only event will be hosted by First Coast Opera’s General & Artistic Director Curtis Tucker\, highlight the season’s upcoming operas\, and feature a multi-course catered dinner by Chef Norberto Jaramillo of La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs. Musical excerpts from Carmen and The Mikado will be performed by members of the University of Florida Opera Department from Gainesville.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/fanfare/
LOCATION:Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia\, 5205 A1A S\, St. Augustine\, 32080
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251011T100000
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SUMMARY:Arlington Mod & More Home Tour Presented by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the 9th Arlington Mod & More Home Tour presented by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors\, and experience some of Jacksonville’s most iconic Mid-Century Modern and historic homes. \nGuests will have the opportunity to tour homes from quirky to fabulous\, quaint beauties to riverfront estates. Now enjoying a resurgence in popularity\, especially among younger homeowners\, Mid-Century Modern architecture became popular after WWII through the 1970s. This minimalistic\, functional style features open floor plans\, clean lines\, muted curves\, large windows\, and indoor-outdoor living spaces. Arlington\, Jacksonville’s fastest-growing area after the construction of the Mathews Bridge in 1953\, boasts an impressive concentration of Mid-Century Modern architecture. \nCheck in and pick up your Home Tour Guide at Historic Norman Studios\, 6337 Arlington Road\, Jacksonville\, FL  32211. A tour of this unique museum is included with your ticket purchase. \nFounded in 1916 as Eagle Film City and purchased by Richard E. Norman in the early 1920s\, the Norman Studios was among the nation’s first to produce “race films” starring African American characters in positive\, non-stereotypical roles. This five-building complex is the sole studio remnant of Jacksonville’s heyday as the Winter Film Capital of the World and one of just two Northeast Florida sites designated as National Historic Landmarks. \nThe tour is Saturday\, October 11\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday\, October 12\, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $25 (fees additional). Children under 12 are free. \nThe event benefits Old Arlington\, Inc. (OAI). Founded in 1993\, OAI is committed to the preservation and revitalization of Arlington\, one of Jacksonville’s most historically significant communities. \nInterested in Volunteering? Becoming a sponsor? OAI Membership? Have a Classic 1950s\, 60s or 70s car you’d like to show off at one of the tour homes? \nEmail us at info@oldarlington.org
URL:https://arbus.com/event/arlington-mod-more-home-tour-presented-by-the-northeast-florida-association-of-realtors/
LOCATION:Norman Studios\, 6337 Arlington Road\, Jacksonville\, 32211
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T110000
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SUMMARY:30th ANNUAL FESTA ITALIANA
DESCRIPTION:The Italian American Club joins the city in observance of October 2025 as Italian American Heritage Month. Come celebrate our anniversary\, 75 years of Italian culture\, tradition and service as the oldest ethnic organization in the First Coast. FREE admission\, entertainment and kids’ activities make this an exciting\, fun family event. \nAuthentic Italian Dinners include Cavatelli and Meatballs\, Baked Ziti\, Chicken Parmesan and Meatball and Sausage Subs. Homemade desserts\, Cannoli and Italian Ice complete a taste of Sunny Italy. Come for the Italiano goodies\, stay for the festivities. \nEnjoy LA VITA BELLA at FESTA ITALIANA!
URL:https://arbus.com/event/30th-annual-festa-italiana/
LOCATION:ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB OF JACKSONVILLE\, 2838 WESTBERRY RD\, JACKSONVILLE\, FL\, 32223\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:Jacksonville Dance Theatre - Circo del Pantano
DESCRIPTION:Circo del Pantano is the premiere of an electrifying new concept: a modern dance circus guided by the bold vision of JDT Artistic Director Rebecca R. Levy and produced in partnership with FSCJ. Blending the raw physicality of contemporary dance with the daring spectacle of aerial performance\, this immersive production will push boundaries of genre and form. Audiences can expect a multi-sensory experience filled with striking visuals\, dynamic movement\, and moments of surreal theatricality. \n“This performance is unlike anything JDT has ever done\,” said Levy. “It’s part dreamscape\, party high-flying thrill\, like a modern dance circus. We’re reimagining what dance can be—bold\, immersive and impossible to look away from!” \nTickets are on sale now for this one-day only performance on October 18 at 4 p.m. General admission tickets are $30 and Student/Military/Senior tickets are $20.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/jacksonville-dance-theatre-circo-del-pantano-2/
LOCATION:FSCJ South Campus Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts\, Main Stage\, 11901 Beach Blvd\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32246\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251023T210000
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SUMMARY:The Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation (MWYF) in changing the lives of Jacksonville youth at our signature fundraising event\, The Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala\, taking place on October 23 at the Florida Blue Conference Center. \nThe Sherman Family Champions for Children Gala is a major fundraising event that provides a sizable percentage of the organization’s annual operating budget and critical funding we rely upon in executing our mission of developing champions in classrooms\, on tennis courts and throughout communities. The evening will feature cocktail reception\, a live and silent auction\, our renowned Heads or Tails raffle\, dinner and inspirational student testimonials that connect you to the hearts the foundation serves
URL:https://arbus.com/event/the-sherman-family-champions-for-children-gala/
LOCATION:Florida Blue Conference Center\, 4800 Deerwood Pkwy\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251025T210000
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SUMMARY:Murray Hill-O-Ween
DESCRIPTION:Murray Hill-O-Ween is Jacksonville’s premier family-friendly Halloween celebration! Presented in partnership with Community First Credit Union\, this exciting event features a lively block party  and a spooktacular Halloween parade starting at dusk. The block party has something for everyone – music\, local food trucks\, a pumpkin patch\, activities for the kids\, and so much more! The Halloween parade\, which goes down Edgewood Avenue\, showcases vibrant floats\, energetic bands\, and a variety of costumed characters.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/murray-hill-o-ween/
LOCATION:Edgewood Ave S | Murray Hill\, Edgewood Ave S\, Jacksonville\, 32205
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray Hill Preservation Association":MAILTO:pr@murrayhilljax.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T190000
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SUMMARY:Art History as Community Engagement: A Lecture by Dr. Stephanie Hohlios
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Department of Visual Art Faculty Exhibition\, Dr. Stephanie Hohlios will give a lecture entitled “Art History as Community Engagement.” This event will take place at Flagler College’s Ringhaver Student Center in the Virginia Room\, located at 50 Sevilla Street. The Visual Art Faculty exhibition is on view through November 8\, 2025. \nDr. Hohlios\, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Art History at Flagler College. Her research engages with modern and contemporary art in Japan–from painting and performance to conceptual and community-facing art projects. Her fieldwork primarily takes place in the former coal mining region of Chikuhō on the island of Kyushu in Japan\, where she explores questions about art’s relationship to collective memory and feelings of belonging. \nCEAM programming is supported through grants from the Dr. JoAnn Crisp-Ellert Fund at The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida\, the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council\, and the St. Johns Cultural Council.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/art-history-as-community-engagement-a-lecture-by-dr-stephanie-hohlios/
LOCATION:Flagler College\, 74 King St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251105T200000
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SUMMARY:November Art Walk at Southlight Gallery - Trinita Logue
DESCRIPTION:Join us this November at Southlight Gallery as we debut our new guest artist\, Trinita Logue. \nAfter an accomplished career in business and management in Chicago\, Trinita opened her own studio in 2014. Her latest body of work explores the theme of “messy rooms” – behind the scenes glimpses into the artist’s creative space. Working in a range of mediums including graphite\, ink\, markers\, and watercolor\, Trinita captures the raw\, unfiltered essence of the studio environment. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to meet the artist and experience her work up close.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/november-art-walk-at-southlight-gallery-trinita-logue/
LOCATION:Southlight Gallery\, 201 North Hogan Street Suite 100\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251108T213000
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SUMMARY:Porgy and Bess
DESCRIPTION:Jacksonville FL — Stage Aurora Theatrical Company Inc.\, Theatre that Enlightens\, is excited to present Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. This production is sponsored by The Jacksonville (FL) Chapter of The Links\, Incorporated\, The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville\, and Florida Arts & Culture. There will be three performances: Friday\, Nov 7 at 7 pm and Saturday\, Nov 8 at 2 and 7pm in the FSCJ Kent Campus Auditorium. 3939 Roosevelt Blvd\, Jacksonville\, FL 32205. For VIP ticket buyers\, a reception will be held prior to each performance. For evening performances\, the reception will take place from 5:15pm-6:15 pm\, and entrance for Preferred and General ticket buyers begins at 6:15pm. For the matinee performance on Nov 8\, the reception will take place from 12:15pm-1:15pm\, and entrance for Preferred and General ticket buyers begins at 1:15pm. \nKnown worldwide as a masterpiece and an “American Folk Opera\,” Porgy and Bess® was George Gershwin’s final work for the musical stage. Based on DuBose and Dorothy Heyward’s play Porgy\, Porgy and Bess® combines elements of jazz\, classical and American folk music. The opera’s notable arias include “Summertime\,” “A Woman Is a Sometime Thing\,” “My Man’s Gone Now\,” “I Got Plenty O’ Nuttin’\,” “It Ain’t Necessarily So\,” “Bess\, You Is My Woman Now” and “I’m On My Way.” \nAll ticket sales are final and non-refundable. A small fee applies. \nStage Aurora Theatrical Company\, founded in 2001\, has produced 200+ productions of award-winning theater in FL. Our goal is to build bridges of understanding between cultures in relation to the human experience through ‘theater that enlightens.’
URL:https://arbus.com/event/porgy-and-bess/
LOCATION:FSCJ Kent Campus/ Main Auditorium\, 3939 Roosevelt Boulevard\, Jacksonville\, 32205
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stage Aurora Theatrical Company":MAILTO:contact@stageaurora.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
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SUMMARY:Super Girl Surf Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Super Girl Surf Festival presented by Jersey Mike’s returns to Jacksonville Beach for its 5th year\, celebrating women’s empowerment through surfing\, sports\, music\, and culture. The weekend features the World Surf League women’s competition\, over 2\,000 female athletes competing in 12 sports\, a festival village\, fitness and wellness classes\, a female art exhibition\, mentorship programs\, and more than 50 interactive brand activations. \nEnjoy 14 free concerts including headliners The Band Perry\, Plain White T’s\, HIRIE\, and Julia Cole\, plus a lineup of talented female artists. New in 2025: a women’s basketball showcase with the UPSHOT League\, a cheer and dance showcase\, a free women’s 5K race\, and an elevated VIP concert experience. Full schedule and updates available on the event site and socials (@SuperGirlPro).
URL:https://arbus.com/event/super-girl-surf-festival/
LOCATION:Seawalk Pavilion\, 200 1st St. N.\, Jacksonville Beach\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251116T170000
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SUMMARY:44th Annual Downtown Festival and Art Show (2025)
DESCRIPTION:– The nationally recognized Downtown Festival & Art Show transforms historic downtown Gainesville into a masterful blend of art\, music\, and entertainment. Presented by the City of Gainesville Parks\, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department\, this juried fine art festival celebrates its 44th anniversary in 2025. On November 15 & 16\, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\, visitors can marvel at works from over 200 of the nation’s most talented artists\, who display their original oils and acrylics\, vibrant watercolors\, captivating sculptures\, dazzling jewelry\, decorative ceramics and vivid photography.  For more information including a list of artists and entertainment\, visit the festival website www.GainesvilleDowntownArtFest.net
URL:https://arbus.com/event/44th-annual-downtown-festival-and-art-show-2025/
LOCATION:Bo Diddley Plaza\, 111 East University Ave\, Gainesville\, 32601
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Gainesville Parks Recreation and Cultural Affairs":MAILTO:andreisv@cityofgainesville.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251118T203000
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SUMMARY:Mai Ueda: Japanese Tea Ceremony and Performance
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the CEAM Artist-Residency\, Flagler College welcomes Osaka\, Japan-based artist Mai Ueda to campus from Monday\, November 17th through Wednesday\, November 26th\, 2025. A performance and tea ceremony will be held on Tuesday\, November 18th at 6:30pm at the Ringhaver Student Center’s Virginia Room\, 50 Sevilla Street in downtown St. Augustine. \nUeda’s work crosses platforms such as performance\, drawing\, poetry\, and installation. Since 2012\, the artist has focused on “non-material” mediums and celebrates her Japanese roots and heritage by centering her practice around the tradition of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. According to Ueda\, a Tea Ceremony brings people together to share knowledge and emotions and creates an environment of awareness and presentness.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/mai-ueda-japanese-tea-ceremony-and-performance/
LOCATION:Ringhaver Student Center at Flagler College\, 50 Sevilla Street\, Saint Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251022T153331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T153331Z
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SUMMARY:2025 San Marco Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:27th San Marco Art Festival\, Balis Park\,  \nSan Marco Square\,  \nNovember 29th – 30h  \n  \n  \nThe  San Marco Art Festival will be held in Balis Park\, San Marco Square (1999 San Marco Blvd\, Jacksonville\, FL 32207) on Saturday and Sunday November 29th – 30th 2025. \n  \n  \nThis is the 27th Art Festival in San Marco. 30-plus artists will pitch their tents in Balis Park for this two-day free Art Festival in the middle of historic San Marco Square. For this event traffic is not blocked off around San Marco Square and free parking is plentiful so our patrons can come and go freely. The art for this festival is carefully selected and includes paintings\, sculpture\, woodwork\, glasswork\, and hand-made jewelry by local and regional Florida artists. See www.sanmarcoartfestival.com for festival detail and a listing of our artists and sponsors \n  \nRula Carr\, Owner\, The Vault at 1930 Art Gallery\, commented on the recent history of the San Marco Art Festival as currently conducted: \n  \n“In 2019 we felt a need to “Bring The Festival Back” to San Marco after what had been an annual festival did not happen for several years! After  emerging from the COVID pandemic in 2022\, and in collaboration with the San Marco Merchants Association\,  the Festival was a resounding success in 2022 throughand 2024 with hundreds of patrons attending each day of the Festival. We are again very excited to promote the 2025 San Marco Art Festival and help support our local artists\, and we ask everyone to help support this event and support our talented artists and our galleries. We are surrounded by art in our daily world\, whether it be in a painting we see that brings us joy\, an advertisement that captures our imagination\, or a cartoon that reaches out and makes us share it with our friends. Art is a big part of humanity\, how we express ourselves and communicate.”  \n“Art events such as this are paramount for the future of strengthening ties with our immediate community\, our city and our artists and local small businesses! So\, we ask you to support LOCAL artists and businesses!”   \n  \nBackground Resources \n  \nAbout San Marco Square \nSan Marco Square is a historic business area in the middle of the San Marco Community. Enjoy the annual San Marco Art Festival in Balis Park in the Square. The artists are located surrounding the Fountain of Lions which reflect the neighborhood’s association with the Venice\, Italy business district.\, Take the time to visit San Marco’s many diverse businesses including trendy boutiques\, art galleries\, bookstores\, coffee and tea shops and a wide selection of great cafes and restaurants. \n  \n  \nAbout Balis Park – San Marco Centennial 1925-2025 \nBalis Park is located in the middle of the square at San Marco – a commercial district in south Jacksonville. We are also celebrating the San Marco Centennial in 2025 as the development of the San Marco subdivision began in 1925. One of the first commercial structures (completed in early 1927) was a quaint\, Spanish-style Gulf service station\, in the middle of the square. Gulf oil later replaced the station with a modern version\, and the city purchased the parcel in 1984 for development as a park – which the San Marco Preservation Society and local merchants envisioned as a center piece for the square. Sheffield and his wife Abla Balis were longtime residents of San Marco\, and Mrs. Balis funded the park’s development\, in memory of her husband who passed away in 1976. The dedication ceremony took place in January 1988\, and later improvements included a sound system\, the bronze sculpture windy days\, and landscaping\, which were funded by the estate of Abla Balis and the city.”  (City of Jacksonville.net) \n  \nFestival Details \n1999 San Marco Blvd\, Jacksonville\, Florida 32207 \n  \nSaturday November 29th – 10am to 6pm \nSunday November 30th – 10am to 5pm \n  \nWebsite – www.sanmarcoartfestival.com \nFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcoartfestival/ \nInstagram – #sanmarcoartfestival
URL:https://arbus.com/event/2025-san-marco-art-festival/
LOCATION:Balis Park\, San Marco\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rula Carr":MAILTO:rula@thevaultat1930.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251125T194637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194637Z
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SUMMARY:December Art Walk at Southlight Gallery - Trinita Logue
DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays from Southlight Gallery! This December\, Southlight Gallery will be showcasing our Guest Artist: Trinita Logue’s Room Portrait Series during Art Walk.\nJust north of the Riverfront Plaza\, Southlight Gallery is home to a vibrant collaborative of local Jacksonville artists. Every two months\, we feature a new guest artist—and this December\, we’re proud to showcase the work of Trinita Logue. After a long career in business and management in Chicago\, Trinita established her own studio in 2014. Her latest body of work explores creative spaces as subject matter\, offering an intimate\, behind-the-scenes look at the artist’s creative environment. Using graphite\, ink\, markers\, and watercolor\, Trinita brings these dynamic spaces to life with texture\, emotion\, and detail.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/december-art-walk-at-southlight-gallery-trinita-logue/
LOCATION:Southlight Gallery\, 201 North Hogan Street Suite 100\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southlight Gallery":MAILTO:southlightgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251118T211023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T211023Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfield Garage Featuring Deborah Lightfield as Artist of the Month for December
DESCRIPTION:Butterfield Garage Art Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of “A Fresh Perspective\,” a new exhibit featuring the vibrant and unique Ocean Wash artwork of award-winning artist Deborah Lightfield. The exhibition opens on Friday\, December 5th.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/butterfield-garage-featuring-deborah-lightfield-as-artist-of-the-month-for-december/
LOCATION:Butterfield Garage Art Gallery\, 137 King Street\, St. Augustine FL\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251206T140339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T140339Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA Autism Creates
DESCRIPTION:Monthly workshops are hosted on-site at MOCA Jacksonville for children with ASD\, ages 6 and older\, and their families. Families will create art and participate in sensory activities. There is no cost to attend but space is limited\, and registration is required. For registration and more information\, visit our Eventbrite page.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/moca-autism-creates/
LOCATION:MOCA Jacksonville\, 333 North Laura St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251206T140410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T140410Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA’s Art of the Figure Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This life drawing series is designed for artists of all levels of experience. Learn and practice general proportions\, along with key anatomical landmarks by studying a live nude model. A focus will be placed on creating dynamic figures\, demonstration and practice of gesture drawings\, and intentional consideration of different levels of finish. Materials are not provided for this class. Bring your own materials to draw. Newsprint and charcoal are recommended for gesture drawing\, but any drawing medium is acceptable for longer poses. Ages 18+
URL:https://arbus.com/event/mocas-art-of-the-figure-workshop/
LOCATION:MOCA Jacksonville\, 333 North Laura St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251206T140356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T140356Z
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SUMMARY:Ceramics Open Studio @ MOCA
DESCRIPTION:MOCA’s Ceramics Open Studio is for ceramicists looking for a place to create and connect with peers. Ceramics Open Studio hours take place in a MOCA workshop equipped with throwing wheels and a range of tools available to students. Work during these hours is self-directed and all clay and glaze should be brought by the student. Registration includes 1 kiln firing for a single piece under 10lbs. At this time only low fire clay and glaze can be fired in MOCA’s kilns.\nPlease note that this registration does not include any instruction and is independent. Geared to an adult audience\, but open to teens in the company of an adult.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/ceramics-open-studio-moca/
LOCATION:MOCA Jacksonville\, 333 North Laura St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251229T185406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T185406Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of the Figure Workshop at MOCA
DESCRIPTION:[Ages 18+] This life drawing series is designed for artists of all levels of experience. Learn and practice general proportions\, along with key anatomical landmarks by studying a live nude model. A focus will be placed on creating dynamic figures\, demonstration and practice of gesture drawings\, and intentional consideration of different levels of finish. Materials are not provided for this class. Bring your own materials to draw. Newsprint and charcoal are recommended for gesture drawing\, but any drawing medium is acceptable for longer poses.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/the-art-of-the-figure-workshop-at-moca/
LOCATION:MOCA Jacksonville\, 333 North Laura St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251003T134738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T134738Z
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SUMMARY:Carmen
DESCRIPTION:Passion ignites this holiday season as First Coast Opera brings Bizet’s Carmen to life in its grandest production in 26 years. From the allure of the “Habanera” to the triumphant “Toreador Song\,” the drama and unforgettable melodies have captivated audiences for generations. \nGeneral & Artistic Director Curtis Tucker conducts and Mark Freiman directs as more than 80 artists unite in this fully-staged production with orchestra\, chorus\, and children’s chorus. \nEvery performance pairs this timeless opera with the glow of St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights at Lewis Auditorium December 31 at 7:30 pm\, and 2:00 pm matinees on January 2 and 4. On New Year’s Eve\, operagoers are invited to enjoy complimentary champagne as part of the evening’s celebration. \nWith $20 student tickets and special group rates\, this milestone production offers an experience for all to treasure long after the final curtain. Visit firstcoastopera.com or call 904-417-5555 for details.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/carmen/
LOCATION:Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College\, 14 Granada St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Coast Opera":MAILTO:fcopera@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251209T172151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T172151Z
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SUMMARY:January Art Walk at Southlight Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the New Year at Southlight Gallery!  \nThis January Art Walk\, don’t miss Beneath the Surface by Alexander Diaz\, acclaimed photographer and Associate Professor at University of North Florida. \nDiaz’s stunning images dive into Florida’s natural springs\, capturing the contrast between bustling summer crowds above and the serene\, otherworldly beauty below. Experience a powerful visual journey that reveals Florida’s hidden tranquility and celebrates the fragile ecosystems that make our state unique. A must see exhibition to start your year with inspiration!
URL:https://arbus.com/event/january-art-walk-at-southlight-gallery/
LOCATION:Southlight Gallery\, 201 North Hogan Street Suite 100\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southlight Gallery":MAILTO:southlightgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251220T152311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T152311Z
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SUMMARY:Gainesville Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gainesville Folk Festival\nJoin us for the first annual Gainesville Folk Festival! \nSaturday Mainstage: \n12 p.m. Doors \n1:00-1:30 sunkxn \n1:50-2:05 Kids’ Fiddling Showcase with Emilia Cook\, Theodora Dickens\, & Lucille Dickens \n2:25-3:05 (V)owls \n3:25-3:45 Cross Creek Cloggers \n4:05-4:45 The Wire Birds \n5:00-5:40 Mariee Siou \n6:00-6:40 Short Stack \n7:00-7:40 Wild Shiners \n8:00-8:40 American Dream Survivors \nSaturday Jam Room \n2:30-3:20 Oldtime Jam with the Baldwins (Brent\, Inslee\, Lloyd\,Scott and Akiko) \n330-4:20 Songs in the round w/ Ang \n4:30-5:20 Celtic & Shanty Jam with Jig to a Milestone \n5:30-6:20 Irish Jam with Arthur \n6:30-7:20 Old time Jam with Weaver \n1:30-1:50 Smooth Flava Urban Line Dancing Class \nSaturday Soundstage \n2:30-2:50 Contra Dance Class \n3:10-3:30 Gainesville International Dancers Class \n4:10-4:30. English Country Dancing Class \nSunday Mainstage \n12 p.m. Doors \n1:00-1:30 Patchwork \n1:50-2:20 Urban Line Dancing w/ Smooth Flava \n2:40-3:10 Purple Hayseeds \n3:30-4:10 English Country Dancing \n4:30-5:00 Swinglewide \n5:20-5:35 Gainesville International Folk Dancers \n5:55-6:25 Uncle Mosie \n6:45-7:30 Contra Dance with Ang DeCarlis & Wild Bill’s Traveling Circus \nSunday Jam Room \n1:30-2:20 Protest songs & Singalongs with Larry Fowler \n2:30-3:20 Harmony Singing Workshop with Patchwork \n4:30-5:20 Oldtime Jam with Chuck Levy \n5:30-6:20 Downtuned Swampcore Jam \nOutdoor & Indoor Stages \nKids 12 & Under Are Free \nStudent & Group Discounts \nLawn Chairs Allowed As Space Permits \nSponsored in part by Accent Audiology\, Gainesville’s premiere audiology and hearing aid provider.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/gainesville-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Heartwood Soundstage\, 619 S. Main St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heartwood":MAILTO:info@heartwoodsoundstage.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20251106T140041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T140041Z
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SUMMARY:TEDx Jacksonville Conference On the Edge
DESCRIPTION:TEDxJacksonville returns on January 17\, 2026\, with a bold new speaker lineup for its annual conference\, to be held at the Lazzara Performance Hall at the University of North Florida. This year’s theme\, On the Edge\, explores the transformative space where risk meets opportunity—and where the courage to challenge convention can ignite meaningful change.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/tedx-jacksonville-conference-on-the-edge/
LOCATION:Lazarra Performance Hall\, University of North Florida
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ORGANIZER;CN="TEDx Jacksonville":MAILTO:jean@tedxjacksonville.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20260107T231110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T231110Z
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SUMMARY:Matt Pond PA w/ Bathtub Cig at the Blue Jay Listening Room 1/17
DESCRIPTION:It’s been 20 years since the release of Matt Pond PA’s Several Arrows Later\, and the band is marking the occasion with select shows on the East Coast and Florida. \n  \nAs a trio with strings\, they will perform songs from their critically acclaimed album — including “Halloween\,” “So Much Trouble\,” and “Brooklyn Stars” — alongside other favorites from their catalog—beloved songs from their Polyvinyl Records era and beyond\, including standout independent releases. They’re also marking the album’s 20th anniversary with a limited-edition release featuring demos and acoustic versions\, available at all shows. \n  \nSeveral Arrows Later\, beloved by mpPA fans\, served as a kind of fulcrum in Matt’s musical life. He was hitting his stride as a songwriter—one who constantly mines the natural landscape\, and that of the heart. The album resonated deeply with those who already followed his work\, as well as new listeners\, with whom his intentions seemed to click. \n  \n“When this album came out\, that was when I really started seeing people singing along to the songs\, and they were showing me tattoos of lyrics\,” Matt says. “I wanted to start a modest movement where people believed in their imperfections. And humbly\, I believe it worked.” \n  \nHe says he wrote the album in a “small green room” in Brooklyn. “All my gear was stacked to the ceiling. There was a small path to the bed\, and that’s where I’d sit with my notebook and tape recorder. I was invigorated by the good and the bad of it all. I was embracing how I didn’t fit in—how I will probably never fit in. To me\, the album is a celebration of that realization.”
URL:https://arbus.com/event/matt-pond-pa-w-bathtub-cig-at-the-blue-jay-listening-room-1-17/
LOCATION:Blue Jay Listening Roon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T035612
CREATED:20260108T153644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T153644Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception + Exhibition Walkthrough // Kendra Frorup: Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory
DESCRIPTION:We invite visitors to an opening reception in conjunction with the exhibition Kendra Frorup: Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory\, from 5:00 to 8:00pm. The artist will give a walkthrough at 6:00pm.  \nFrorup’s mixed-media assemblages and sculptures draw heavily on her Afro-Caribbean roots for inspiration. Her current work references The Bahamas\, where she was born and raised\, as well as her travels abroad\, and incorporates materials such as coconut crowns\, found objects\, cast materials such as metal and concrete\, as well as printmaking\, all of which continue her longtime exploration of how culture influences artistic expression. Frorup describes how the work included in “Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory” evokes “themes of home\, migration\, and the balance between leadership and care\,” ideas central to the exhibition and her “ongoing exploration of Caribbean material culture and diasporic identity.”  \nKendra Frorup has exhibited her work throughout the United States and at museums and institutions in the Caribbean\, France\, and Puerto Rico. In 2022\, the National Gallery of the Bahamas hosted her mid-career retrospective\, The Whimsical Collector. In 2025\, Frorup was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship\, partnering with the University of The Bahamas. She received her M.F.A. in sculpture from Syracuse University. Frorup is currently an Associate Professor of Art and Design at the University of Tampa\, where she teaches sculpture\, printmaking\, and book arts courses.   \nABOUT CRISP-ELLERT ART MUSEUM: CEAM programming is supported through grants from the Dr. JoAnn Crisp-Ellert Fund at The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida\, and the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council administered through the St. Johns Cultural Council. Additional support is provided by Volkswagen of St. Augustine\, VyStar Credit Union\, and AC Hotel St. Augustine.  \n 
URL:https://arbus.com/event/opening-reception-exhibition-walkthrough-kendra-frorup-roots-return-and-the-weight-of-memory/
LOCATION:Crisp-Ellert Art Museum\, 48 Sevilla St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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