JaxParks needs lifeguards
Thinking about summer already? Join the JaxParks aquatics team as a lifeguard at $15 an hour. Check out the flyer for re-certification and training dates.
Category: Parks and Recreation
Castaway Island Preserve and Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park now offer paddle board rentals
Castaway Island Preserve and Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park (formerly Mandarin Park) each have newly installed self-service paddle board rental kiosks. Just download the PADL app on your smartphone, head to one of these parks and follow the simple instructions to retrieve your paddle board. Cost Read More …
Stream restoration and litter removal workdays
Every Saturday morning at 10am, beginning on January 20th, join a park naturalist at Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park to help with the stream restoration and litter removal. This is a partnership with UNF students and St. Johns Riverkeeper to help preserve this parkland, preserve Read More …
Blue Cypress Park shoreline boardwalk repair is complete
The shoreline boardwalk repair project at Blue Cypress Park located at 4012 University Blvd., 32277 is now complete and open for public use. This popular amenity is ready for walking, exercising, dog walking, and sunset strolls. Thank you, JaxParks!
Fall Arts Festival is coming up at the end of the month
JaxParks Fall Arts Fest, Saturday, October 28th from 10am to 2pm at Riverside Park located at 753 Park St., 32204! There will be crafts, games, inflatables, and appearances from Mr. C. Cowford and the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Orchestra. It’s FREE to attend! Read More …
Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park opens newly-renovated Nature Center
Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park has always been one of our most popular parks and now, it is even better with the opening of the newly-renovated Nature Center! Thank you to the JaxParks team for your efforts in organizing, labeling, and preparing the new Nature Read More …
Timucuan Parks Foundation and JaxParks Summer Service Project
Timucuan Parks Foundation and the City of Jacksonville’s JaxParks are asking the community to join them on Thursday, June 29 for a summer service project at Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. Volunteers should meet at the park at 7000 Roosevelt Blvd. from 9 a.m. until Read More …
20 community swimming pools open Saturday
Pool days are coming this Memorial Day weekend as our JaxParks team will open 20 community pools beginning on Saturday, May 27th. Cecil Aquatics is open year-round. Outdoor pools will be open Saturday, May 27, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, May 28, from Read More …
RED FLAG WARNING – HIGH HAZARD -DANGEROUS OCEAN CONDITIONS
Today is a great day to enjoy the warm Florida sun from the sand – not the surf! Lifeguards advise only strong swimmers should enter the water. For additional information, contact your beach’s lifeguard agency. In case of emergencies, call 911.
Annual Emancipation Day Celebration 2023
Is it on your calendar? Join the City of Jacksonville on Saturday, May 20th as James Weldon Johnson Park and Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman host the annual Emancipation Day Celebration. From 4-9pm, enjoy live music, speeches, food, drinks, vendors, and much more. Be sure to visit Read More …
National Bike To Work Day 2023
This is your reminder to pump up your tires, grab your helmet and join in for National Bike To Work Day, Friday May 19th Representatives from the City & FDOT Northeast Florida will be at the Riverside end of the Fuller Warren SUP from 8-10am Read More …
James Weldon Johnson Park will be closed this weekend
James Weldon Johnson Park will be closed this weekend – May 13th through May 14th – and will reopen on Monday, May 15th.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish at Stockton Park
The next JaxParks Movie night will feature, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish at Stockton Park, June 9th. It’s a B.Y.O.B (blanket) and lawn chair event. FREE movie and popcorn.
Friday night Movie night: DC League of Super Pets
JaxParks Movie Night featuring “DC League of Super Pets” begins at 8pm at the Murray Hill Park located at 4208 Kingsbury St. Get the whole family there early and claim a great spot with your blankets and chairs and enjoy free popcorn with the show!
JaxParks Movie Night: Turning Red
Friday, April 21st JaxParks Movie Night in the Park will be at Rogers Park located at 11950 San Jose Blvd. with “Turning Red” This free family fun event starts at 8pm – Get there early with your chairs and blankets and enjoy some free popcorn Read More …
53rd anniversary of Earth Day at James Weldon Johnson Park
More than 25 public and nonprofit organizations will join together to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day at James Weldon Johnson Park on Friday, April 21st from 10 am to 2 pm. This year’s event is hosted by the City of Jacksonville, Florida – Read More …
JaxParks is hiring lifeguards
The JaxParks team wants you to be a lifeguard at one of our City pools. All of the training and certification needed will be providef. For more information, email bealifeguard@coj.net or call 255-6777 or 255-4271.
Fuller Warren Bridge Shared Use Path is open
Here’s a first look at the Fuller Warren Bridge Shared Use Path! FDOT Northeast Florida cut the ribbon this morning on the 4,654 foot SUP connecting San Marco and Riverside to pedestrians, runners, and bicyclists.