The City of Jacksonville Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) is excited to announce the opening of 29 community pools for Summer 2024 – ten more than last year. As a result, hundreds, if not thousands of families will have easier access to a free way to cool off and have fun on hot days this summer.
 

Veterans, service members, government leaders, loved ones and other citizens will gather in memory of Jacksonville’s fallen heroes at the City’s annual Memorial Day observance.

The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns to Downtown Jacksonville, May 23 – 26, 2024. This year's festival has returned to our beloved Metropolitan Park, where memories have been made and music has filled the air for generations. Additionally, we are excited to introduce our new venue at Daily’s Place, which promises to add an extra layer of excitement and energy to our festivities. With free performances across both stages, come and see The Brian McKnight 4, Stanley Clarke Band, Brian Culbertson, Gregory Porter, Joss Stone, The Baylor Project and so many more!
 

Chief negotiator Mike Weinstein issued the following statement in response to inaccuracies about the city’s portion of stadium agreement funding.

Mayor Donna Deegan, lead negotiator Mike Weinstein, and Jaguars President Mark Lamping jointly presented a landmark stadium renovation agreement at the Jacksonville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 14.

The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division is thrilled to announce the inaugural JaxReady Fest, an interactive preparedness experience aimed at empowering residents with the knowledge and resources to stay safe and resilient in the face of all hazards that threaten our community.
 

The City of Jacksonville, together with the Jacksonville Jaguars, will host five Stadium of the Future Community Huddles, so that citizens can learn more – and ask questions – about the proposed stadium deal.
 

Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman, The Ritz Theater & Museum and the City of Jacksonville are excited to announce the fourth annual Jacksonville Emancipation Celebration taking place in James Weldon Johnson Park. The festival will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024 in an effort to educate the community about the historical significance of Florida’s observed Emancipation Day.  Cities like Jacksonville in the State of Florida are acknowledging this special day of freedom.

The City of Jacksonville Public Service Grant Council is excited to invite representatives of Jacksonville-based nonprofit and faith-based organizations to a crucial Public Service Grants Information Session. This event is scheduled for Monday, April 29, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Legends Center, 5130 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32208.

The City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services is “Out of Space" and they are urgently looking for foster homes for 60 dogs for six weeks by 4/24.

The Jacksonville Icemen, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres and the AHL’s Rochester Americans along with the City of Jacksonville have officially announced the opening of the 2024 Kelly Cup Playoffs, presented by Dream Finders Homes.  The announcement came at a press conference held at the Community First Igloo in Jacksonville. 

The Metropolitan Park Revitalization team is excited to announce a unique opportunity for community members to actively participate in the rejuvenation of Metropolitan Park. A public open house, during which citizens can come together, share ideas, and contribute to the future of one of our city's most cherished public spaces, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division is thrilled to announce the inaugural JaxReady Fest, an interactive preparedness experience aimed at empowering residents with the knowledge and resources to stay safe and resilient in the face of all hazards that threaten our community.

La alcaldesa de Jacksonville, Donna Deegan, anunció hoy que está comprometiendo $10 millones en su presupuesto propuesto para 2024-2025 para impulsar un innovador fondo de préstamos para viviendas asequibles, una asociación público-privada que en última instancia catalizaría $120 millones en nuevas unidades de viviendas multifamiliares en alquiler asequibles.

Public-private partnership addresses chronic funding shortfalls to increase supply of affordable multifamily rental housing units