ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
Atlantic Beach is the northernmost of the three Beaches cities in Duval County, home to about 13,500 people at the 2020 census. Its story is tied to the railroad: Henry Flagler ran a line to Mayport in 1900, and after the Atlantic Beach Hotel burned in 1919, land began to sell again and the settlement grew into the town it is today.
Atlantic Boulevard marks the line between Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach, and the two towns share Beaches Town Center, a walkable cluster of local shops, restaurants and courtyards near the ocean. Nature is close by, too. Dutton Island Preserve, on the Intracoastal side, offers trails and marsh views, and Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, a City of Jacksonville park with about a mile and a half of beach, sits just to the north. Closer to the center of town, Jack Russell Park and the Adele Grage Cultural Center host many of the community events, classes and markets on our calendar.
Below you’ll find everything coming up in Atlantic Beach, from markets and live music to family days and community gatherings, plus the locally owned businesses listed in Beaches Businesses. The calendar is updated as new events come in, so check back often.
Event details may change. Please confirm with the venue or event organizer before making final plans.
9 events
The Legion Riders of Chapter 316 serve a Cajun dinner with dessert, with live music by the New Orleans Po Boys at 6 PM, raffles and a 50/50.
Crafting by the Sea brings its coastal craft night to ABBQ: decorate oyster-shell trinket dishes, ornaments or purse charms. All materials provided; no experience needed. Tickets through AllEvents.
The co-op gallery of 100+ local artists and vendors turns eight, with free snacks and refreshments and artists on hand for demonstrations throughout the day.
An indoor holiday market at the Keller Williams office, with local vendors, unique gifts and holiday goodies. No sunscreen or weather worries; bring a friend and a tote bag.
The city’s free, all-ages music festival returns, presented by Magnolia Lane Builders: StellaSoul at 5 PM, SunCatcher at 6:30 and Trash Panda at 8:30, with drinks from Mayport Garden Club and Reve Brewing plus local food trucks.
A guided nature walk, sharing circle and gentle yoga for adults grieving (or anticipating) the loss of a loved one, led by Carrie Daub, LMHC, and yoga teacher Ashlyn Schwartz. Meet at the first entrance; sharing is always optional.
JETSET Pilates Jax Beach leads a Christmas-themed mat class (check-in at 9), then a holiday vendor and wellness market until 12:30: design-your-own cowboy hats, a perfume bar, sea glass and permanent jewelry, Rize Bakery sourdough, B12 shots, mini lymphatic sessions and more. Wear red or green and bring your own mat.
Crafting by the Sea leads a family-friendly oyster-shell craft night (ornaments, trinket dishes or purse charms, with all supplies included) supporting the Lone Warrior Foundation, which helps single parents facing cancer. Part of every ticket goes to Lone Warrior, and Culhane’s donates 10% of food sales, so come early for dinner.
A guided nature walk, sharing circle and gentle yoga for adults grieving (or anticipating) the loss of a loved one, led by Carrie Daub, LMHC, and yoga teacher Ashlyn Schwartz. Meet at the first entrance; sharing is always optional.
A community wellness movement bringing together local businesses, wellness professionals, and community organizations to promote health.
Led by Tracy Aiello Marko
FOR LOCAL ORGANIZERS
Event listings are always free for businesses, nonprofits and organizers.
