Broadway Magic and Riverside Rhythms: What's On in Jacksonville Today

Morning Artisans and Local Flavor

Start your Saturday by heading down to the historic Riverside neighborhood for the weekly Riverside Arts Market. Held under the canopy of the Fuller Warren Bridge, this rain-or-shine event is the heartbeat of the local community every Saturday. From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, you can stroll through rows of local makers, professional artists, and farmers offering everything from handmade jewelry and pottery to organic produce and local honey. The riverfront stage typically hosts a rotation of regional musicians, providing a soulful soundtrack to your morning coffee and locally sourced snacks.

Theatrical Spectacles and Orchestral Soul

The Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts is the place to be today with two major productions taking the stage. At the Moran Theater, the Broadway sensation Moulin Rouge! The Musical continues its limited run. With performances at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, attendees will be transported to the opulent world of Bohemian Paris. This high-energy show features a remixed score of over 70 pop hits, making it a visual and auditory feast for musical theater fans.

For those who prefer the power of a live orchestra, the Jacksonville Symphony presents Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown at Jacoby Symphony Hall at 7:30 PM. This tribute to the legendary sound of Detroit features hits from Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and Diana Ross, blending the symphony’s precision with the infectious grooves of the Motown era.

Evening Comedy and Early St. Paddy’s Festivities

Laughter takes center stage at the Florida Theatre tonight as comedian Theo Von brings his Return of the Rat tour to town. Due to high demand, there are two scheduled sets at 6:00 PM and 9:30 PM, where Von will deliver his signature brand of storytelling and offbeat observations. If you are looking for a more intimate comedy experience, Big Jay Oakerson will be performing at The Comedy Zone at 9:30 PM.

As the sun sets, the city begins to turn green with various St. Patrick's Day themed events. Since March 14th serves as the primary Saturday before the holiday, several bar crawls and community gatherings are scheduled across the downtown area and Jacksonville Beach. The official St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl kicks off in the late afternoon, featuring themed drinks and live music at participating venues along the Bay Street corridor, offering a vibrant atmosphere for those looking to start the celebrations early.