Radar: To Do in JAX 8.3-8.6

Photo courtesy of Cafe Eleven.

Enjoy all Jacksonville and the surrounding areas have to offer this weekend, with this Radar as your compass. Get your fix of food, whether you’re a food truck enthusiast or more into a fine dining experience. Rock out with throwbacks, live jazz and blues, or tap into the local punk scene. And don’t forget your dancing shoes for a night of swing dancing. Note: Most descriptions courtesy of event host and edited for clarity.

 

8.3

Duval is for Lovers at Underbelly
Rock out with all your favorite emo and pop punk throwbacks at Underbelly’s Duval is for Lovers Night. $10. 9 p.m. 113 East Bay St. Jacksonville, FL; underbellyjax.com // @underbellyjax

The Joshua Bowlus Quartet at Blue Jay Listening Room
Experience an extraordinary evening of jazz. This exclusive performance features an exceptional collaboration of four virtuoso musicians who, despite their individual successes, are coming together for the very first time as a quartet. The theme of this jazz quartet performance is a celebration of improvisation and musical synergy. $30. 8 p.m. 2457B 3rd St. S Jacksonville Beach, FL; bluejayjax.com // @bluejayjax

 

8.4

Selwyn Birchwood at Cafe Eleven
The blues are back with Selwyn Birchwood and his jazz band. Birchwood and his band have crisscrossed the U.S. and Europe repeatedly, delivering unforgettable live performances, and this one is no exception. Dinner will be served until the concert begins. $25+. 8 p.m. 501 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine Beach, FL; originalcafe11.com // @originalcafeeleven

Tequila Dinner: A Culinary Tour Around Mexico at Blue Flame
Indulge in an extraordinary culinary journey through Mexico’s rich flavors, thoughtfully crafted by Chef Jason Ward. Enjoy a 5-course meal that celebrates the finest tequila and authentic Mexican cuisine. With each course expertly paired with premium tequila, this dining experience promises to ignite your taste buds. $125+. 6 p.m. 1870 Victory Cir. Daytona Beach, FL; blueflamedaytona.com // @blueflamedaytona

 

8.5

Drink Around the Rink at Community First Igloo
Come hang on the ice rink for the party of the year. Tickets include one drink ticket, one T-shirt, an Icemen pint glass and a skating voucher for a future date. Stick around for the Shot on Net competition to win the grand prize, and grab a bite from Icebreakers Bar & Grill. $60. 2 p.m. 3605 Philips Hwy. Jacksonville, FL; communityfirstigloo.com // @commfirstigloo

GRRRLs Night at Kona Skate Park
Support your local female and queer-based musicians in Jacksonville at Kona Skate Park. Music from Surf Witch, Parks & Razz and Peace Cult, presented by Kona Clubhouse. $15. 7 p.m. 8739 Kona Ave. Jacksonville, FL; konaskatepark.com // @konaskatepark

Swing Dance Night at Murray Hill Theatre
Grab your partner or come meet a new one. Free dance lessons, open dancing swing contest and more. Don’t miss this special night. Relive the nostalgia of a great Murray Hill Theatre tradition. $10. 7 p.m. 932 Edgewood Ave. S Jacksonville, FL; murrayhilltheatre.com // @mhtrocks

 

8.6

25th Anniversary Five-Course Dinner Experience at Mossfire Grill
Celebrate the oldest restaurant in 5-points and the first rooftop in Jax with Mossfire Grill’s culinary team. This special dinner experience features five courses prepared by Chef Tomme with special wine and cocktail pairings. Tickets also include a complimentary ticket to the Jacksonville Taco & Tequila Festival and a commemorative crystal tequila glass. $280+. 6 p.m. 1537 Margaret St. Jacksonville, FL; mossfire.com // @mossfiregrill

Live Music + Food Truck at Ink Factory Brewing
Join Ink Factory Brewing Sunday for live music, grub by Hard Pressed Food Truck, and a great time. Hear live music by Branden Parrish while trying the brewery’s array of original IPAs, wines and more. Free. 2 p.m. 602 Shetter Ave. Jacksonville Beach, FL; inkfactorybrewing.com // @inkfactorybrewing

 

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