City of Jacksonville

Announcement of a burn ban being put in place until the unforeseen future

Wildfires burning in surrounding counties are contributing smoke that is elevating particulate concentrations in the air. Elevated particulate levels are forecast for the next couple of days and may be unhealthy for sensitive groups.

CM Joe Carlucci pictured with Page Program participants Dilan Patel and Madelyn Knight following the certificate presentation on April 21, 2026 at the Land Use & Zoning Committee meeting in the City Council Chamber, Jacksonville, FL.

The City of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department are issuing a burn ban effective immediately due to dangerous wildfire conditions across the region. The ban prohibits all open burning within the Duval County limits until further notice. Director/Fire Chief Percy Golden II is invoking his authority under Jacksonville Municipal Code Section 420.202(e) to prohibit all bonfires and open burning in Duval County effective immediately. Current weather conditions present an elevated risk to life and property.

CP Kevin Carrico pictured with Page Program participants Charles Minor and Kayliana Holmes following the certificate presentation on April 14, 2026 at the City Council meeting in the City Council Chamber, Jacksonville, FL.

A Fun-Filled Event for the Whole Family

The 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival will return to Downtown Jacksonville over Memorial Day weekend, May 21- 24, this year. With an impressive lineup of award-winning performers, the festival will bring music lovers from across the nation to Jacksonville. In light of all the exciting developments downtown and throughout the city, this year’s free jazz festival will be held at Ford on Bay, 288 E Bay Street. The Ford on Bay Stage, presented by Publix Super Markets, features free performances, with Premium Experiences presented by Jacksonville Aviation Authority.

CM Joe Carlucci pictured with Page Program participants Serra Akgul and Advik Gupta following the certificate presentation on April 7, 2026 at the Land Use & Zoning Committee meeting in the City Council Chamber, Jacksonville, FL.

The City of Jacksonville invites families to celebrate the season during Riverfront Palooza – Jacksonville’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Riverfront Plaza.