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What’s happening at the Beaches – week of June 25, 2026

Theatre & performing arts

Violet

Through June 28
Players by the Sea, 106 N. 6th St., Jacksonville Beach

A moving musical about a young woman’s journey across the American South in 1964. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m.

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The Music of ABBA

July 18, 8 p.m.
Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts

One night only. A Swedish tribute bringing the closest ABBA experience you’ll find, featuring more than 400 million records’ worth of hits.

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SpongeBob the Musical

July 24–Aug. 2
Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville

The FSCJ High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience celebrates its 20th year with 70+ student performers in this beloved undersea adventure.

Tickets

Music of Patsy Cline

Aug. 12–16
Alhambra Dinner Theatre, 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville

Gail, fresh off NBC’s The Voice, pays tribute to the legendary Patsy Cline with a big show and big voice at the Alhambra.

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Recurring community events

Beaches Green Market

Every Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Penman Park

Local and organic produce, meats, eggs, flowers, artisan foods, honey, and more from Beaches-area vendors.

Free

Atlantic Beach Farmers Market

Every Sunday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Jack Russell Park, 800 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach

Fresh produce, handmade goods, and lively community energy every Sunday. Info: recreation@coab.us or (904) 247-5828.

Free

Jax Beach Farmers Market

Every Tuesday, 3–7 p.m.
SeaWalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach

50 to 60 local vendors with fresh vegetables, artisan bread, coffee, honey, flowers, pottery, jewelry, and food trucks.

Free

Zumba at Carver Center

Every Monday, 10–11 a.m.
Carver Center, 777 Fifth Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach

Low-impact Zumba to start the week. Open to the community.

Free

Tai Chi

Tuesdays 11 a.m.–noon & Thursdays 2–3 p.m.
Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach

Gentle, slow-moving mind-body exercise with instructors Maureen Miller and Pat Fedora. Open to the public.

Free

Sewing & Craft Class

Every Tuesday, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Carver Center, 777 Fifth Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach

Free crafting class open to the community. Call 270-1614 for information.

Free

Juggling for Chi

2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach

Mindful movement blending juggling with energy flow. No experience required. Open to all ages.

Free

Yoga at SeaWalk Pavilion

3rd Tuesday each month, 6–7 p.m.
SeaWalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach

Free community yoga open to all experience levels. Bring a mat and a friend.

Free

Urban Line Dancing

Every Wednesday, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Carver Center, 777 Fifth Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach

Free dance instruction for all skill levels.

Free

Pablo Painters

Every Wednesday & Friday, 10 a.m.–noon
Carver Center, 777 Fifth Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach

Community art group. Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Bring your own supplies.

Free

Beaches Kiwanis Club

2nd & 4th Thursdays, noon
1926 Cuban Bistro, 1500 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach

Monthly meetings of the Beaches Kiwanis Club. Call (904) 241-9411 for information.

Classic Car Cruise

4th Tuesday each month, 4–7 p.m.
Latham Plaza, Jacksonville Beach

Monthly display of vintage vehicles. Chat with owners and marvel at classic cars. Displaying a car? Email Shawsurf@yahoo.com.

Free to attend
Upcoming one-time events

Artist Reception

July 16, 5–8 p.m.
Bull Memorial Park & Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach

Monthly artist reception open to the public.

Free

Boardwalk Talk: People of Atlantic Beach

July 16
Beaches Museum, 381 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach

Local historian Johnny Woodhouse explores the stories behind Atlantic Beach street and park names. Members attend free with code “Member.”

Register

Doubles 101 Tennis Clinic

July 18, 9–10 a.m.
Jack Russell Park, 800 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach

Free clinic on doubles fundamentals for adults 18 and older. Pre-registration required.

Register

Boardwalk Talk: Picturing Paradise

Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Beaches Museum, 381 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach

Art historian Dr. Keri Watson presents a history of Florida landscape painters from Audubon to the Florida Highwaymen. Members attend free with code “Member.”

Register

Right Whales of Amelia Island – Closing Reception

Aug. 25, 6 p.m.
Beaches Museum, 381 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach

Closing reception followed by a documentary screening and Q&A with directors. $15 for non-members; free for members.

Register

13th Annual Beaches Legends Gala

Sept. 18, cocktails at 6:30 p.m.
TPC Sawgrass, 110 Championship Way, Jacksonville Beach

Beaches Museum recognizes 2026 honorees including Bill Longnecker, Karen Wolfson, and the Proctor family. Plated dinner, silent auction, and program. Tickets $200.

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