Instagram of the Week
@JTAFLA shared this beautiful image taken while testing the new lights on the Acosta Bridge. We can’t wait until it’s officially up and running this summer, with gorgeous light shows and dedicated colors for holidays! 😍💡
Use the hashtag #DTJax for a chance to be featured!
Shop Small!
Take a look at our #DTJax Business Updates blog to see which Downtown Jacksonville businesses are open and what services they are currently offering.
Newest Additions:
Zodiac Bar and Grille
Zodiac is open and ready to serve up delicious mediterranean food! Wraps, platters and more! Dine in or take your order to go. Delivery is available through Grub Hub. Hours: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Check out their menu!
Cowford Chophouse
Cowford Chophouse is open for business! Get your fix of decadent meals and expertly crafted cocktails. Their current hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 4-10 p.m. at limited capacity. They will be serving happy hour items on the rooftop from 4-7 p.m. and dinner service throughout the restaurant from 5-10 p.m.
Check out their menu!
Olio
Olio will reopen at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 18th. They are making substantial changes to their menu, and operations, and will post more about the changes in the week ahead!
Follow Olio on social media for updates!
#DTJax Virtual Experiences
MOSH, MOCA, Jax Symphony and more! Our Arts, Culture and Entertainment sector has new offerings to accommodate our homebound state. Show them some love and honor their hard work by enjoying live performances, virtual museum experiences (#MuseumFromHome), fun at-home activities and more! Join the Virtual Fun!
Newest Additions:
Riverside Arts Market Goes Virtual!
May 16th @ 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Stay tuned on Facebook or Instagram. RAM will be posting the Virtual Shopping Link at 8 a.m. sharp!
Cabaret Your Way Week #3: Young Performers Edition
May 16th @ 7:30 p.m.
The audience calls the shots! Pick the songs and the performers won’t know the set list until the cabaret performance. Cabaret Your Way is organized by the wonderful Lee Hamby of The 5 & Dime Theatre.
Updates from Downtown Vision
Downtown Vision, Inc. has proudly hosted the First Wednesday Art Walk monthly since 2003 and we can not bear the thought of having to cancel another Art Walk due to COVID-19. So, join us every Wednesday in June to virtually enjoy all of the incredible elements of First Wednesday Art Walk! Tune in to our Facebook page every Wednesday from 12-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. to watch live performances, interviews with artists, live art, a fun art contest and giveaways! Learn more at iloveartwalk.com!
Small Business Support
- Visit COVID-19: #DTJax Resources for Small Business for up-to-date information on loans, grants and assistance for those dealing with layoffs.
- Please take our Impact Survey for Downtown Businesses so we can share with leadership as they plan relief efforts.
The Downtown Vision office is closed but the team can be contacted by email.