The annual Florida Fin Fest in Jacksonville is back and more fantastic than ever. Think lots of interactive exhibits, music, vendors, food and dancing; this year’s ocean-themed festival brings fun for people of all ages. So, let your inner marine biologist show and let loose with the whole family at this Jacksonville Beach festival!
Florida Fin Fest Fun for All
Set for September 13-14, 2024 at the Jacksonville Beach Seawalk Pavilion, this two-day ocean-themed festival will be packed with interactive activities, live music, and educational experiences the whole family can enjoy.
Music & Vibes
With tunes all afternoon and at the crack of dusk each night, an exciting mix of bands like Flipturn, St. When considering tadalafil dosage, it is important to consult a healthcare provider. Tadalafil powder is often used for its therapeutic benefits. Learn more about its effects here: www.Ped-partners.com/comparison-of-viagra2c-levitra-and-cialis.pdf Always follow medical advice when using 20 mg tadalafil. Paul and the Broken Bones, and many more bands will have you dancing along First Street with (or without) your kiddos. Check out the complete schedule and lineup to time your visit accordingly to your favorite bands and jams.
Delicious Bites
Enjoy the plentiful onsite food trucks featuring dishes as diverse as our coastline. Beverages like Natural Life’s brews and smoothies will also cool you down on a hot day. Not full yet? Check out any number of mouthwatering restaurants or bars around Jacksonville Beach, making it easy to walk back and forth from the festival to your dining spot of choice.
Conservation in the Spotlight
Education is a core mission here. You can enjoy exhibits displaying Jacksonville’s underwater world and discuss preserving our tidelands with vendor representatives. Interactives for adults and children throughout the festival demonstrate what everyone can do daily to protect marine life.
Fin Fest for Kids
The festivities are for everyone and at Fin Fest you will find a sea of kid-friendly fun lined up just for them!
Music & Entertainment
The festival will feature live bands performing songs that both children and parents will find familiar and enjoyable. During the daytime, roaming magicians and costumed characters from under the sea will astound kiddos with surprises and wonderful tricks.
Hands-On Learning
Kids can get up close with marine life at touch tank exhibits, learn dance routines, ship kid-friendly pop-up shops and enjoy yard games.
Creative Crafts
Face painting and craft stations will let kids create their own masterpieces or explore their curiosity of all things ocean.
Marine Discovery Zone
Fin Fest has all kinds of educational activities planned to teach you and your family about our underwater world.
Dive into Discovery
Throughout this festival, you will find interactive displays that will make you feel like a marine expert in no time. Get up close with sea creatures in the touch tanks or get enthralled by shows about fish and ecosystems. It is hands-on learning at its finest!
Engage in Junior Marine Workshops
They are also hosting workshops just for the little ones. Marine biologists and eco-geniuses will teach you about everything from sustainable fishing to cleaning up plastic pollution. Not only that, but they will also give you tools to start protecting the coral reefs today.
Explore, Learn, and Protect at Jax Festival
So, whether you’re with your family or friends, Florida Fin Fest is the spot to expand your brain about conservation while having a awesome day (and night) at the beach. With a mix of education and entertainment, this Jacksonville Beach festival is a one-of-a-kind way to appreciate our beautiful oceans.
Family Relaxation Zones
Florida Fin Fest has special Zen Zones where families can take a break if things get too busy. Both kids and adults can unwind to calm music in the shade, perfect for relaxation.
Picnic Spots
Enjoy a laid-back meal at one of the many picnic spots throughout the festival. With tables and grassy areas, it is easy to sit down and enjoy your food as you feast your eyes on the ocean views. Bring a blanket to lounge on the grass, listen to music and enjoy your ice cold drinks and yummy treats!
VIP Treatment
Prefer the VIP experience? They have tickets for that! Check out the ticket options on the event website to explore VIP seating and private areas to enjoy during the festival. As a VIP you’ll have access to air-conditioned restrooms, reserved seating and complimentary food and beverages.
Arrive in Style
As always, one of our favorite methods of arriving to any beach side festival, is on one of our Sublime Rides street legal golf cart rentals. If you would like to reserve one for the weekend, let us get you hooked up!
Tips For Families
What to Pack & Parking
Don’t forget the essentials: sunscreen, water, and snacks! Perhaps a backpack with a towel and a change of clothes if you want to go back and forth between the festival and beach. Parking will be challenging so expect to stay put once you are parked. Walking or biking will be the best way to get around.
Avoiding Crowds
Mornings and early afternoon are pretty mellow and perfect for exploring with your little ones. Later afternoon and evening will be the most crowded times of day, so grab your spot early to avoid the crowd.
Safety First
Kids love to wander, so make a meetup or separation plan. There will be lots of vendors, police and staff on the grounds, so encourage your child to find an officer if they become lost.
Wrap Up
This year’s Florida Fin Fest offers families a one-of-a-kind celebration filled with interactive education, live entertainment, and quality time together. With featured performances and events, hands-on exhibits, workshops tailored for kids, and comfortable amenities, the festival is an enjoyable experience for all ages. We’ll see you out there!
