Happy Monday, Jacksonville! ☀️

Hope y'all had a beautiful Easter weekend. Between Riverfront Palooza, the Mandarin Art Festival, and Easter brunch with the family, it was the kind of weekend that reminds you why spring in Jax is just different.

And somehow, this week is shaping up to be even better.

The biggest free music festival of the spring takes over Jacksonville Beach this weekend, a brand-new downtown park is about to open its doors, and there are more concerts, markets, and things to do than any one person can fit into a single week.

Let's get into it.

In today's edition:

— Austin

It's official, Duval.

On March 31, all 32 NFL team owners unanimously approved a one-year lease that will send the Jacksonville Jaguars to Orlando's Camping World Stadium for the entire 2027 season, clearing the way for EverBank Stadium to finish its $1.4 billion "Stadium of the Future" renovation.

Here's what this means for fans:

For season ticket holders, seniority was frozen after the 2025 season, which means you don't have to buy 2027 tickets in Orlando to keep your place in line for the new stadium. More details here.

It's a strange feeling, but the trade-off is a brand-new stadium built for the next generation of Duval football, and honestly, an Orlando weekend road trip could end up being its own kind of fun.

Click here to read the full announcement.

P.S. Share this with any Jags fans in your life who haven't seen the news yet!

Downtown Jacksonville is getting a brand-new park this spring, and it's one of the most unique projects the city has worked on in years.

The Music Heritage Garden is a $6 million park stretching along the Northbank from Water Street to Hogan Street, right next to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. It's designed to celebrate Jacksonville's deep musical roots, and the details are pretty special.

Here's what the new park will include:

The park is part of a bigger riverfront redevelopment that also includes the new Riverfront Plaza (the former Jacksonville Landing site), which opened its first phase late last year.

If you haven't walked the downtown riverfront in a while, this spring is the time. Between Riverfront Plaza, the new Music Heritage Garden, and the updated Friendship Fountain on the Southbank, it's starting to feel like a true "front porch for the city," as Mayor Deegan has called it.

Click here to see all the downtown park projects underway right now.

One of Jacksonville's biggest free events is back, and honestly, it's the weekend highlight.

The 34th Annual Springing The Blues Festival returns to Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach this Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12, bringing three full days of live blues music right on the sand.

And the best part? General admission is completely free.

Here's what to know before you go:

Springing the Blues has been named one of the top 50 music festivals in the world by Downbeat Magazine, and it's one of those events that just feels like spring in Jax.

Pro tip: Jax Beach paid parking fills up fast on festival weekends, so arrive early or take JTA Route 8 or 205 to the beaches to skip the headache.

Click here to see the full lineup and grab VIP passes before they're gone.

Northeast Florida's largest pet walk and festival is back this weekend, and it's for such a good cause.

The Jacksonville Humane Society's annual Mutt March returns to UNF's Hodges Stadium on Sunday, April 12, where your dog can walk on the same track Olympians train on, and every dollar raised goes directly to support the nearly 11,000 animals JHS cares for each year.

Here's what's happening:

Dogs of all breeds, sizes, and abilities are welcome, and you can register online through Saturday night or sign up in person the morning of the event.

It's one of the best community events of the spring, and the perfect excuse to get your pup out for a morning of tail wags, treats, and meeting other dog lovers from all over the city.

Click here to register for Mutt March 2026!

Springing The Blues Festival | April 10–12 (FREE) Location: Seawalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach Description: 34th annual oceanfront blues festival with two stages, food court, arts marketplace, and kids activities. VIP wristbands available.

Mutt March 2026 | 8 AM, April 12 ($) Location: UNF Hodges Stadium Description: Northeast Florida's largest pet walk and festival, benefiting the Jacksonville Humane Society.

Riverside Arts Market (RAM) | 10 AM–3 PM, April 11 (FREE) Location: Under the Fuller Warren Bridge, Riverside Description: Local farmers, makers, food trucks, and live music on the river stage. Dog-friendly.

Jax Beach Farmers Market | 3 PM–7 PM, April 6 (FREE) Location: Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach Description: Weekly market at the same spot Springing the Blues takes over later this week.

Atlantic Beach Farmers Market | 10 AM–2 PM, April 11 (FREE) Location: Jack Russell Park, Atlantic Beach Description: Local produce, handmade goods, and community vibes.

Jacksonville Farmers Market (Beaver St) | Open Daily (FREE) Location: 1810 W Beaver St, Downtown Jax Description: The OG. Great for bulk produce, local honey, and flowers.

Eric Church | 7:30 PM, April 10 ($) Location: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Downtown Jax Description: One of country music's biggest names comes to downtown Jax for one night only.

Jacksonville Symphony | 7:30 PM, April 10 ($) Location: Jacoby Symphony Hall, Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts Description: A beautiful classical evening downtown.

Samantha Fish & Tab Benoit | 8 PM, April 11 ($) Location: Florida Theatre, Downtown Jax Description: Two blues powerhouses share the stage for a night of guitar-driven Americana.

Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country | 8 PM, April 11 ($) Location: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, Ponte Vedra Beach Description: Nashville's rising country-rock star brings his Cosmic Country tour to the beach.

Taj Mahal | 7 PM, April 12 ($) Location: Florida Theatre, Downtown Jax Description: A Grammy-winning blues legend closes out the weekend.

Jacksonville Icemen vs Savannah Ghost Pirates | 7 PM, April 10 ($) Location: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Description: Marvel Night + Mascot Games. Televised locally on MyTV JAX 30.

Jacksonville Icemen vs Atlanta Gladiators | 7 PM, April 11 ($) Location: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Description: Margaritaville Night featuring the "Jacksonville Frozen Margs" + Guns N' Hoses charity game.

Jacksonville Icemen vs Orlando Solar Bears | 3 PM, April 12 ($) Location: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Description: Fan Appreciation Day, Icemen Award Show, and Publix Family Funday.

Whitney Cummings | 7 PM, April 10 ($) Location: Terry Theater, Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts Description: The comedian, actress, and podcast host performs one night only in downtown Jax.

Martin Moreno | 7:15 PM, April 12 ($) Location: Comedy Zone Jacksonville, Mandarin (21+) Description: Stand-up veteran and longtime comedy favorite.

Joanne Shaw Taylor | 8 PM, April 10 ($) Location: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Description: British blues-rock guitarist, a perfect warm-up for Springing the Blues weekend.

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers | 7 PM, April 12 ($) Location: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Description: Blues rock that's toured the world, live at the beach.

Mt. Joy | April 11 ($) Location: St. Augustine Amphitheatre, St. Augustine Description: Indie-folk favorites live under the stars. Easy day trip south.

Lukas Nelson | 7:30 PM, April 13 ($) Location: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Description: Willie's son, and a remarkable musician in his own right.

San Holo | 10 PM, April 10 ($, 18+) Location: Decca Live, Downtown Jax Description: Dutch electronic producer and DJ. A late-night option for the dance music crowd.

Four Year Strong | April 7 ($) Location: FIVE, Five Points Description: Boston pop-punk veterans bring their tour to Jax on a Tuesday night.

Jack Rabbits Weekly Live Music | Tues–Sun ($) Location: Jack Rabbits, San Marco Description: San Marco's beloved small venue hosts live shows almost every night of the week. Check the full schedule for this week's lineup.

Blue Jay Listening Room | Ongoing ($) Location: Blue Jay Listening Room, 2457 S 3rd St, Jacksonville Beach Description: The beaches' award-winning intimate listening room. Always a great bet for singer-songwriters, bluegrass, and jazz.

Talk soon, Jax! — Austin