Things to Do in Jacksonville This Spring: 7 Great Picks
From Easter Egg Hunts to Broadway Shows: What’s Happening in Jacksonville This Week!
Looking for fun things to do in Jacksonville this April? Whether you’re planning a family outing, a night out with friends, or a weekend adventure, there’s something for everyone. From picnic-style sunset strolls and silent discos on the pier, to family-friendly egg hunts and Broadway-level entertainment, here are 7 events happening between April 17–23 you’ll want to add to your calendar.
Additionally, we’ve included a bonus event in early May that’s perfect for whiskey lovers—scroll to the end for that one!
🐣 Easter Egg Hunt at Adventure Landing (April 19)
📍 Adventure Landing, 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach
🕒 9 AM – 2 PM
💸 $19.99 per child | $5 general entry
Celebrate the season with Adventure Landing’s 29th Annual Easter Egg Hunt—a Jacksonville Beach tradition! Kids can join age-divided egg hunts, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy carnival-style games. Just bring your own basket and get there especially early—space is limited.
🍷 Sunset Stroll & Silent Disco on the Southbank Riverwalk (April 17)
📍 Southbank Riverwalk
🕒 5 PM – 8 PM | After Party: 7–11 PM
💸 Free Admission
The Third Thursday Sip & Stroll transforms the Southbank into a relaxed outdoor happy hour with live music, local food trucks, and drinks served in branded cups. Then, head to the DoubleTree Deck afterwards for a free Silent Disco under the stars!
🏮 Asian Night Market at RD International Supermarket (April 18–19)
📍 7534 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville
🕒 4 PM – 11 PM
💸 Free Admission
Get ready for a culinary and cultural experience like no other! Sample dishes from Vietnam, Korea, the Philippines, Cambodia, and Thailand, all in one spot. Plus, enjoy cultural performances in addition to a high-energy live show by Spektra Band.
🎧 Silent Disco on the Jacksonville Beach Pier (April 18)
📍 503 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach
🕒 7 PM – 10 PM
💸 Free Admission
The Silent Disco on the Pier is back! Grab a pair of wireless headphones (first come, first served), choose your vibe, and dance under the stars with ocean views all around. Not only that, this is a family friendly event! Hosted by Visit Jacksonville & Hush Hush Headphones.
⚾ Thirsty Thursday: Jumbo Shrimp vs. Gwinnett Stripers (April 17)
📍 121 Financial Ballpark, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd
🕒 First pitch at 7:05 PM
💸 Tickets start at $18
Coors Light Thirsty Thursdays are back at the ballpark! Enjoy $2 and $3 draft beers in select sections while cheering on the Jumbo Shrimp in this week’s game against the Gwinnett Stripers. Grab a seat near the berm for the best drink deals.
🎭 MJ The Musical at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts (April 22–27)
📍 300 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
🕒 Multiple showtimes available
💸 Prices vary by seat
Experience the magic of Michael Jackson like never before. MJ The Musical is a Tony Award-winning production that blends Jackson’s biggest hits with an inside look at the creativity behind his 1992 Dangerous World Tour. This Broadway-caliber show is here for a limited time, however you have a multiple range of dates to choose from! This is a great, family friendly event.
🥃 Bonus: Whiskey Riot Festival (May 3)
📍 Jacksonville Fairgrounds, 510 Fairground Pl
🕒 3 PM – 7 PM (Early Entry at 3 PM)
💸 $90 GA | $120 Early Entry
Sample over 200 types of whiskey, from bourbon and scotch to rare and limited-edition pours. The Whiskey Riot Festival includes live seminars, cocktails, and a branded tasting glass to take home. Early Entry tickets unlock exclusive pours an hour before General Admission.
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