The City of Jacksonville, Jacksonville Branch NAACP, Jacksonville Urban League, and JAX Chamber, invite the community to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr’s life, legacy, and service at the 39th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast. The MLK, Jr. Breakfast, presented by Florida Blue, is on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. The breakfast begins at 7 a.m., followed by the program at 8 a.m., led by host emcees Shay Simon from Action News Jax and Anthony Austin from First Coast News. The theme of this year’s event is “When Courage Leads, Love Follows”.
 

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28, 2025.

As temperatures drop across Northeast Florida, the City of Jacksonville is taking action to help residents stay safe and comfortable during periods of extreme cold. This winter, the City has expanded its Warming Center operations to offer more locations and improved accessibility for individuals seeking relief from dangerous weather conditions.

The City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) is excited to join the DUUUVAL pregame spirit on Sunday, November 16. 2025.

The City of Jacksonville will host the inaugural Holiday River Fest on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
 

In observance of Veterans Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

“Oklahoma City Declaration” reaffirms commitment to American values of compromise, truth, civility, and diversity of thought

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Earlier today, the City of Jacksonville launched the Duval Care Coalition, which was created to address the ongoing challenges caused by the federal government shutdown and the partial loss of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. This unified network brings together faith-based organizations, nonprofits, and community food banks to ensure that no resident in need goes without essential support.

Earlier today, the City of Jacksonville kicked-off it’s annual “Celebration of Valor,” which honors veterans through a series of events, ceremonies, and community activities

On Saturday, November 15 at 10:30 a.m., Bike Walk Jax, the City of Jacksonville Transportation Planning Division, and the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization will host the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims at Artist Square Park in Riverside. Families of traffic crash victims, street safety advocates, transportation professionals, and community leaders will gather to honor lives lost and call for safer streets. This event is one of hundreds taking place around the world.
 

The City of Jacksonville is gearing up to host the annual Florida-Georgia football game on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at EverBank Stadium. The University of Florida Gators will face off against the University of Georgia Bulldogs in one of the greatest college football rivalries.

The City of Jacksonville, Office of Sports & Entertainment, in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville Beach, is thrilled to share details about the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show on Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26, 2025. Information is now official, and due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Viper Demo Team will no longer perform in the airshow. However, we have added a new, previously unannounced performer, The Chuters, to the star-studded lineup of civilian performers to entertain and delight visitors.
 

The City of Jacksonville today announced the release of a new community video titled “Keep Jax Cute, Don’t Pollute,” featuring Mayor Donna Deegan, Jacksonville hip-hop artist Mal Jones, and students from Global Outreach Charter Academy. The video is now live on all City of Jacksonville digital platforms and highlights the city’s ongoing campaign to fight litter and blight, while also inspiring civic pride.
 

As housing costs continue to be top of mind for citizens, the City of Jacksonville has released a new affordable housing transparency dashboard that tracks the development of below market rate housing, including workforce, affordable, and low-income housing units. Nearly 6,000 multi-family units have entered the planning phase, started construction, or reached completion since Mayor Deegan took office.