Downtown Jacksonville will be alive with activity surrounding THE PLAYERS Championship, as the second annual THE PLAYERS Downtown Experience, May 7-10, takes over Downtown. The program kicks off during Art Walk on Wednesday, May 7 combining art with golf throughout participating Downtown businesses. There will be a celebration of local favorite, Mark McCumber and the 20th anniversary of his tournament win during Art Walk. Golf activities and entertainment, plus live coverage of the tournament on the Jumbotron will be available at Jacksonville Landing, the city’s official “19th hole” during the week, from May 7-9. On Saturday, May 10, experience the main program consisting of live event coverage on the Jumbotron and entertainment and golf memorabilia, interactive games and autographs from professional golfers in the courtyard beginning at 4 p.m. All events are free. More information will be available at www.jaxdowntownexperience.com and www.visitjacksonville.com
The Players Championship – Ponte Vedra, Florida
THE PLAYERS Championship is one of golf’s biggest events and it’s played annually on the coastline of Northeast Florida at the famed Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass, May 5-11. The lush, green rolling hills and steep inclines offer spectacular views of each hole. The tournament begins on Monday with practice rounds. Thursday, the competition heats up as Round 1 of tournament play begins, concluding Sunday with fans gathering around the 18th hole to see who will take home the crystal trophy. Log on to www.theplayerschampionship.com/ or call (904) 273-3383 for more information.
International Groove Conspiracy – Savannah, Georgia
Savannah, GA –International Groove Conspiracy is made up of three musicians from three different parts of the world that have combined their cultures and love for music to form a very unique band.
Founded in 2002, IGC has been regarded as one of the most successful up and coming bands in Atlanta due to their mesmerizing sound, sophisticated rhythms and rare ability to effectively blend Latin jazz with blues, funk and world music.
Party for the Planet at the Zoo – Jacksonville, Florida
You can receive $2 off one regular child, adult or senior admission to the Zoo when you bring in an old cell phone to be recycled. So take the opportunity to help save the environment.
Celebrate Earth Day at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Party for the Planet event! Guests can learn how to take care of our earth by visiting environmental and animal conservation booths. There will also be children’s activities and live entertainment.
(904) 757-4463
April 20, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Beaches Parade – Jacksonville Beach, Florida
This yearly event returns to Downtown Jacksonville Beach on April 27th at 2.00pm.
Call (904) 247-6236 for more information or visit Jacksonville Beach website.