Published on June 5, 2025 at 12:09 pm
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Friday
Garden walk
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park | Palm Coast
Explore the beauty and history of Washington Oaks Gardens State Park during a ranger-led garden walk. The 45-minute tour is a great way to experience the park’s formal gardens nestled in a coastal maritime hammock. Spanning 425 acres from coquina rock shores to tidal marshes, Washington Oaks is one of Florida’s most scenic state parks. The walk is hosted by the Friends of Washington Oaks, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving this unique landscape.
Even if you can’t make it to Friday’s tour, consider this your sign to add Washington Oaks Gardens to your Northeast Florida bucket list. You won’t be disappointed.
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6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast; 10 a.m.; Walk is free, but there is a $5 entry fee per vehicle. More info.
Saturday
Take me Out To The Ballgame!
Old St. Andrew’s Church and Vystar Ballpark | Downtown
Join the Jacksonville History Center, the Durkeeville Historical Society and the Jumbo Shrimp for a special evening celebrating the legacy of the Negro Leagues. Before the game, visit the pop-up exhibit on the Jax Red Caps and other trailblazing teams at Old St. Andrew’s Church. Then head to the stadium as the Jumbo Shrimp take the field wearing Jax Red Caps uniforms. Fans can also enter a raffle for a chance to win Red Caps gear, including a cap, polo or jersey donated by the team. Pick up raffle tickets during the exhibit.
317 A. Philip Randolph Blvd.; 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $20. Tickets and more info.
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Saturday
Fernandina Beach Pride Parade and Festival
Central Park | Fernandina Beach
Downtown Fernandina Beach will come alive with color and community spirit at the 5th annual Pride Parade and Festival. Featuring more than 50 vendors, food trucks and an afternoon of live local music, this is a family-friendly “celebration of love, acceptance and equality.”
After the parade and festivities, the celebration continues with a 21+ after party at A1A Cidery starting at 2 p.m.
Central Park: 1200 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach; Festivities start at 10 a.m. Free and open to the public. More info.
