On November 29, 2025, Downtown Jacksonville will hold the free Holiday River Fest. The event will take place along both the north and south banks of the St. Johns River. Activities are designed for families and visitors of all ages.
The event will begin at Riverfront Plaza with a Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at 6:15 PM. Mayor Donna Deegan and WJXT’s Rance Adams will attend. Local groups, including Alhambra Theatre’s ‘ELF the Musical’ and the Scott Jones School of Dance, will perform.
Food trucks, snacks, hot cocoa, and adult beverages will be available. Face painting will also be offered. The annual Light Boat Parade will start at 6:30 PM. Decorated boats will travel from the Shipyards, along the Northbank, and past the Acosta Bridge. Boater registration is open until November 20…