November 12–18: Jacksonville’s Fall Week of Family Fun and Cool Weather Adventures
Fall is settling in, and Jacksonville is full of that easy, comfortable energy that makes you want to get outside. The air feels lighter, the sunsets look better, and there’s a mix of events perfect for families, couples, and anyone who wants to make the most of the season.
Five ways to spend a perfect fall week in Jacksonville.
1. Riverside Arts Market: Fall Makers Edition
📍 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
🎟️ Free admission
Spend your Saturday under the Fuller Warren Bridge where local makers, artists, and food vendors fill the riverfront with music, color, and the smell of fresh pastries. The fall edition has extra seasonal goods — think handcrafted candles, local honey, and art that celebrates Jacksonville’s creative side. Grab a coffee, browse, and enjoy live performances along the river.
2. PTP Fall Festival at Providence School
📍 2701 Hodges Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32224
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
🕛 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎟️ Free admission
This family festival has everything from bounce houses and carnival games to food trucks and live performances. Hosted by Providence School’s Parents–Teachers Partnership, it’s a warm, community-driven event that captures the fun and togetherness of fall in Jacksonville.
3. Jacksonville Greek Festival
📍 St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church, 3850 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
📅 Friday–Sunday, November 14–16, 2025
🕛 Friday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🎟️ Free admission
One of Jacksonville’s longest-running cultural traditions returns for a weekend of Greek food, live music, and folk dancing. Try the fresh baklava, gyros, and spanakopita, then stay for a traditional dance show. It’s the kind of event that feels like a mini vacation right in the city.
4. Comedy Zone Special: Stroke Talk 2
📍 The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕛 Show starts at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Ticketed event
If you need a laugh after a busy week, this local comedy showcase is the move. Featuring a mix of stand-up talents and surprise guests, “Stroke Talk 2” promises a fun, offbeat night out in one of Jacksonville’s best-loved comedy spots.
5. Brew & BBQ 2025
📍 135 W Monroe St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
🕛 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟️ Free admission (VIP options available)
Festival details: Expect a strong mix of barbecue food trucks (including vegan-friendly), craft beers, live music, and family-friendly outdoor fun at James Weldon Johnson Park in downtown Jacksonville.
This week’s mood: Cool air, golden skies, and plenty of reasons to be outside. Jacksonville’s serving up that easy fall energy, just right for exploring, relaxing, or finding your next favorite local spot.
