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#DTJax Weekly Update: December 1-7, 2020

Instagram of the Week

D.R. Hegedus Photography shared this incredible photo from this weekend’s Light Boat Parade fireworks show on the St. Johns River. What a stunning view! I spy the Acosta Bridge lit up red and green for the holiday season!

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


Support Local

Giving Tuesday

On the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, nonprofit organizations ask for your support. Support your favorite nonprofit today or explore our social media to discover your new favorite organization.

Black Restaurant Week 

Join the City of Jacksonville in celebrating African American, African and Caribbean cuisine now through December 6Share photos and recommendations using #BlackRestaurantWeek and
#BlackRestaurantWeekJax.

Downtown’s Events and Meeting Spaces 

Planning your company holiday outing or party? Check out our database of spaces in Downtown that would love to host your upcoming event in a safe and responsible way. View the database.

MOCA’s Virtual Holiday Market

Throughout the month of December, MOCA is featuring regional makers, artists and artisans on their social media to celebrate shopping local this holiday season.


2020 #DTJax Holiday Guide

Explore our 2020 guide to learn about all of the holiday magic in #DTJax. We have a few more holiday events up our sleeves so stay tuned.

To be included in the 2020 Holiday Guide, please email lexi@dtjax.org.


The Perfect Holiday Gift Awaits

Looking for a gift for everyone on your list? 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

Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2020
December 3 @ 8 p.m.
The Florida Theatre

Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz is bringing back his annual Christmas show to the Florida Theatre. Joining him this year are guitarist Jonathan Butler, saxophonist Richard Elliott and trumpeter Rick Braun. Over two decades ago, GRAMMY® nominee Dave Koz launched his first-ever Christmas tour.

2020 Virtually Venice Art
& Antiques Show

December 4-10, 2020
Virtual Event

The 2020 Virutally Venice Art & Antiques Show, produced by The Women’s Board of the Wolfson Children’s Hospital, includes iconic lecturers, such as celebrities, designers, architects, and party planners, renowned antique dealers from around the country, and the much-loved Children’s Fashion Show featuring current and former Wolfson patients.

Visit our Events Calendar to see more local events.


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