In observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25, as well as Thursday, January 1, 2026.

As families gather to celebrate the holiday season, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) is urging residents to keep fire safety in mind while decking the halls and preparing festive meals.

A Free Celebration of Reading, Art and Community

Mayor Donna Deegan today announced the winners of the 2nd Jax Litter League contest, with the Northside team "Collect and Connect" claiming top honors after collecting an impressive 227 bags of trash—nearly four tons—from Jacksonville neighborhoods.
 

The City of Jacksonville’s Military Affairs and Veterans Department (MAVD) proudly announces the 2025 Army–Navy Game Watch Party on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the VyStar Ballpark, 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd (note new location). This family-friendly community event celebrates one of America’s greatest football rivalries while supporting local Veterans.

Phonebank to assist with enrollment will take place December 11

The City of Jacksonville has been selected as one of 32 cities worldwide to participate in the 2025-2028 European Union’s EU Cities Gateway North America Program. Jacksonville will take part specifically in the Affordable and Attainable Housing cluster – one of the program’s four thematic areas focused on addressing shared urban challenges.

The City of Jacksonville, Office of Sports & Entertainment, in collaboration with Naval Station Mayport and the City of Jacksonville Beach, is thrilled to announce the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show – and the return of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels – on Saturday, October 23, and Sunday, October 24, 2027.

San Marco resident Patrick Barry has been elected to serve as the next chair of the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Television, Motion Picture & Commercial Production.