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A dog is dressed as "the world's smallest lion" for the inaugural Five Points Funky Friday, which had a circus theme. | Five Points Association

WHAT TO DO | Five Points Funky Friday; Tactile Art Show; Island Hop Craft Beer and Spirits Fest

Published on October 1, 2025 at 8:33 pm
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Tactile Art Show

St. Augustine Art Association | St. Augustine

Art exhibits are usually a hands-off experience, but not this one. The St. Augustine Art Association will debut a special tactile art exhibit during First Friday Art Walk. In honor of National Sensory Processing Awareness Month, the show—created in collaboration with the Florida DeafBlind Association and the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind—invites everyone, whether blind, visually impaired or sighted, the unique opportunity to experience art through touch.

22 Marine St., St. Augustine; 5 p.m.-9 p.m. on Friday; Noon-4 p.m. Saturday & Sunday; Free and open to the public. More info.

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Five Points Funky Friday

Friday

Five Points | Jacksonville

Bring the whole family to Riverside’s Five Points for Funky Friday, a new monthly sidewalk festival with live music, street performers, food, drinks and activities for all ages. Explore local shops and restaurants, enjoy special discounts and prizes, and take in the eclectic character that makes this neighborhood one-of-a-kind. This month’s Funky Friday theme is LGBT Pride, leading into this weekend’s pride parade and festival.

In and around the shops of Five Points; Free and open to the public; More info.


Saturday

Island Hop Craft beer and Spirits Fest

Central Park | Fernandina Beach

The 2025 Island Hop Craft Beer & Spirits Fest returns to Fernandina Beach with an afternoon of tasting, music and community fun. Hosted by Fernandina Beach Main Street, this family- and dog-friendly fundraiser features local and regional craft beers, wine and spirits, live music, food vendors, and a marketplace. If you go, don’t forget to bring your own refillable water bottle and a blanket or chairs. Free parking is available across the street from the entry gate.

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1200 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach; Tickets start at $15; Tickets and more info.


author image Amy Garrett has called Northeast Florida home for 25 years. Born into a military family, she learned early how to be a tourist wherever she is — a mindset that keeps her curious about the Jacksonville area's hidden gems and new experiences. Amy loves festivals of all kinds, exploring nature trails and saying hello to every single dog she meets along the way.