#DTJax Weekly Update: August 24-30, 2021

August 24, 2021

Downtown Vision, Things to do, Weekly Update

Instagram of the Week

@nicksnellphotography captured this magical photo of a couple enjoying a gorgeous spread from @904picnicco at Riverfront Plaza. This is what date night dreams are made of. 💘

Use the hashtag #DTJax for a chance to be featured.

New and Noteworthy

Fizzies & Fare Happy Hour

Stop by Fizzies & Fare, the new restaurant inside of Sweet Pete’s Candy, for the Sweetest Happy Hour in #DTJax! Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. Enjoy half off appetizers, $1 off drafts and house wines, $3 cotton candy Prosecco, $5 sangria and $3.50 White Claw. Learn more.

Underbelly Returns

An iconic location in Downtown’s Elbow district has been brought back to life thanks to our friends at 1904 Music Hall. Underbelly, located at 113 E. Bay Street, is bringing live music to #DTJax, from local favorites to internationally touring headliners. Learn more.

The Bread and Board Provisions Now Open

The Bread and Board Provisions is now open at 100 W. Bay Street! Stop in to grab lunch, a quick snack, a refreshing beer from Alewife Bottle Shop, a treat from Good Dough, or all of the above! Plus, check out their marketplace, stocked with fresh local produce, handmade goods, gorgeous floral arrangements, and more! Learn more.

BOGO Duval Light Jerseys from Daily’s

Football season has arrived and Duval Light Jerseys are BOGO thanks to Daily’s! Duval Light is Jax’s favorite Jags themed brew from Bold City Brewery and now you can represent your love for #DUUUVAL with a custom jersey. Just use promo code: DTWD. Shop now.

Art Walk Returns and Applications Open

That’s right, Downtown Jacksonville Art Walk is coming back to #DTJax on Wednesday, October 6th. This art-centered, community-building event will be returning with the same tried and true schedule, the first Wednesday of every month, from 5-9 p.m. rain or shine! Locations include James Weldon Johnson Park, The Jessie, and more!

Artist and food truck applications are open now at DTJax.com/artwalk.

Get Involved

Activating Jacksonville’s Riverfront

The Jessie Ball duPont Fund is helping to convene a series of conversations about how best to activate our city’s downtown waterfront for the benefit of all of our residents and visitors. Visit their page to learn more.

1st Downtown Jacksonville: The Future of the Shipyards

1st DownTown Jacksonville is a platform created to help communicate, advocate and unite supporters who share the same passion for Downtown. Check out their website to learn about plans for The Shipyards, a path toward the Stadium of the Future and community investment by the Jaguars and Iguana Investments.

Give the Gift of the Downtown Experience

Check out the #DTJax e-Gift Card – good at 30 of your favorite #DTJax businesses and counting! Purchase for friends, family or colleagues and invite them to enjoy the best in Downtown dining, shopping and entertainment.

These digital gift cards can be purchased at dtjaxegiftcard.com, anytime, anywhere and for any amount between $5 and $250. They can be used multiple times at multiple participating locations and the balance is always available on your smartphone.

Upcoming #DTJax Events

Jacksonville Job Fair
August 26th from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
@ The Doubletree Hotel

Join Job News USA for the Jacksonville Job Fair on August 26th! This is a unique opportunity for job seekers to get guaranteed face time and make personal connections with recruiters and hiring managers from some of Northeast Florida’s top companies and organizations.

Intuition Aug-toberfest
August 28th 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
@ Intuition Ale Works

Intution’s first “Aug-toberfest” is right around the corner! Located in the Bier Hall, join Intutition for several special releases, including their annual Oktoberfest, as well as a helles lager, Bohemian pilsner, Altbier, and kolsch. They’ll also have a full lineup of traditional games, great food, and live music from Dean Winter and the Heat.

James Weldon Johnson Park

Don’t miss out on all of the events going on in the park this month!
View the schedule!

Riverside Arts Market

Every Saturday, under the Fuller Warren Bridge, enjoy a beautiful outdoor market. Shop local produce, handmade goods, and dine at your favorite food trucks.

Check out this week’s line-up !