Special Events

In its 70th year, the traditional Easter Sunrise Service will begin at 6 AM. Bring your chairs and listen to a great service along with a Christian band. Coffee and Donuts will be available. 

HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Sponsored by The Beaches Leader and the Parks and Recreation Department, the annual and traditional Sandcastle Contest will be held on the beach just south of the Red Cross Life Saving Station. There are several Categories: 

• 8 years & under
• 9-12 Year olds
• 13-16 Year Olds
• Family
• Group

A maximum of three people may work on any one castle/sculpture except in the Family and Group Categories which is limited to five. All winners should stay with their sculptures after the awares are presented to enable photographers to take pictures of the winners and their work. No advanced modeling or carrying of water or san will be allowed.Trophies will be awarded dto the 1nsand 2nd place winners in each category and to the Overall Best in Show. All registered participants will receive a free Sandcastle Contest T-shirt.  

PRE-REGISTRATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN LATE MARCH. 

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

A fundraising walk for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is the world's largest organization dedicated to enxing the social,  physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmetal disabilities. For more information go to their websiste at www.bestbuddies.org; 

HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Celebrating its 26th Anniversary,  the American Legion, the Jacksonville Beach Police Department and Florida Fish and Wildlife presents this fun filled day for kids ages 15 and under. They will have fishing, pony rides, games and more. This will be held at Huguenot Park - 3rd Street South and 19th Avenue South.