Published on May 27, 2026 at 8:02 pm
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A line dancing lesson in Atlantic Beach, a night of live jazz in Fernandina Beach and live music and community vibes in LaVilla are What to Do this weekend in the Jacksonville area.
Line Dancing in the Park
Saturday
Beaches Veterans Memorial Park | Atlantic Beach
Head over to Beaches Veterans Memorial Park this Saturday for the free Line Dancing in the Park event. Sponsored by the city of Atlantic Beach, it’s a fun excuse to move around and spend some time with the community by the beach. No experience needed. Free snacks and drinks will be provided by New Age Hippy. Whether you already know your way around a dance floor or just want to try something different, throw on your boots and hang out.
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2 p.m.-4 p.m. | 1 W. 1st St., Atlantic Beach | Free and open to the public | More info
The Story of Jazz: Part 1: New Orleans Jazz Party
Saturday
Story and Song | Fernandina Beach
If you’re experiencing jazz withdrawal after last weekend’s Jacksonville Jazz Fest, fear not! You can catch the dynamic Les DeMerle and his band as they take you back to the birthplace of jazz. The New Orleans Jazz Party performance kicks off the venue’s four-part monthly Story of Jazz series, where you can enjoy a great live concert while also learning a bit about the history of the genre and how it evolved.
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1430 Park Ave., Fernandina Beach | Tickets: $35 | Cash bar | Tickets and more info
The Pop-Out
Sunday
Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park | LaVilla
Get an early start on Black Music Month celebrations by heading to Jacksonville’s historic Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park this Sunday for The Pop-Out. This free, family-friendly live music concert series (this is the first of three shows) honors the rich cultural history of LaVilla and the legacy of “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing” lyricist James Weldon Johnson, who grew up in the neighborhood. The event offers a vibrant lineup of local and regional artists and DJs, along with food trucks and local vendors. Grab your lawn chairs and head Downtown to enjoy some great community vibes.
120 Lee St. | 5 p.m.-8 p.m. | Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park | Free and open to the public | More info
