“Weird Al” Yankovic is without doubt the most known modern song parodist. He entered the spotlight during the height of the MTV era. Who doesn’t remember his Michael Jackson music videos? Yankovic was a king in his genre with an extensive track record which found him making fun of everyone and everything from new wave to gangsta rap. Now Weird Al is coming to the Florida Theatre in Jacksonville, Florida on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 8 PM
First Wednesday Art Walk in Jacksonville – July 7, 2010
The monthly art walk in downtown Jacksonville returns on Wednesday July 7, 2010 from 5 – 9 p.m. This month’s theme is Comedy & Drama.
The First Wednesday Art Walk is a self-guided tour of galleries and other venues in the downtown area. The downtown ambassadors are handing out maps in Hemming Plaza ( or Click here to download the map from our special page for First Wednesday Art Walk).
This is one of the best ways to spend an evening and explore the downtown area. If you haven’t had a chance to visit the art walk, and don’t know what to expect – watch our video on our special page First Wednesday Art Walk. You can also find more information about parking etc. on that page.
Five Dollar Fridays at MOSH in Jacksonville, Fl
Five dollar Fridays at MOSH starts this week.  Beat the summer heat on Fridays in July and August where it’s a cool 72 degrees. Every Friday from July 2 to August 27, 2010, admission to MOSH is only $5. MOSH will also extend its hours until 8 p.m.
(Note: Additional discounts or coupons are not permitted.)
The Chronicles of Narnia
Through September 12 – Step through the wardrobe and into the world of Narnia. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition is a magical exhibit based on the blockbuster film series and fictional children’s classics by author C.S. Lewis. Hailed as the near-perfect visitor experience, the exhibit combines original film costumes, set drawings and props from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Prince Caspian with newly created educational interactives, videos and interviews with scientists so that visitors can consider the surprising similarity between our world and that of Narnia.
People of the St. Johns
Through January 30 – Travel back in time to learn about Northeast Florida’s first inhabitants. Guest curator Keith Ashley, Ph.D., an archeologist at the University of North Florida, has partnered with MOSH to create this new exhibit that explores the everyday life of the people of the St. Johns. The exhibit, which contains artifacts from MOSH’s and UNF’s collections, also incorporates artwork from present-day local artist Theodore Morris who masterfully captures the essence of these native people.
Read our new post – MOSH $5 dollar Fridays now includes weekends
World Golf Village Fireworks – and Vampires
Get into the right patriotic spirit and kick off your Fourth of July weekend early with World Golf Village Fireworks happening already on Friday July 2, 2010. This is one the largest fireworks displays in Northeast Florida. Bring family, friends, neighbors, blankets or lawn chairs to a spectacular fireworks show. Parking is limited and a small parking fee will be required for entry to the event.
Feeding Frenzy for Vampire Fans
It might not sound very appetizing to to talk about food and vampires in the same sentence, but it’s not as bad as it sounds. Make a complete evening out with a Dinner and a Movie for vampire fans. The special “Dinner and a Movie†package is available at the World Golf Hall of Fame and includes a buffet at the Fairways Café, and the popular movie The Twilight Saga: Eclipse at the IMAX theatre. The package also includes unlimited free putting on the Hall’s 18-hole putting course. All this for $35 for adults with special pricing for children and IMAX Movie Club Members.
Reservations can be made by calling 904-940-4118.
www.wgv.com
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Fourth of July in St Augustine
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Fourth of July in Florida
The Fourth of July holiday is built around traditions and for many it’s a great family tradition to celebrate the weekend together friends and family. Â We have come up with a few ideas for fun things to do on the coast of Northeast Florida for the Fourth of July weekend.
DAYTONA BEACH
NASCAR fans kick off Indpendence Day early and head to Daytona Beach, Florida, for the famous Coke Zero 400 Weekend. Â This event takes place July 1 – 3, 2010, at Daytona International Speedway. Â It’s one of the few NASCAR races taking place at night, and with the summer heat, that’s a good thing for us. Â Besides fast cars, there’s live music, fireworks and much more.
Check out our page for Coke Zero 400 Weekend for more.
ST AUGUSTINE
There’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in the Nation’s Oldest City – St. Augustine, Florida.  The beautiful, historic city is always well worth a visit, especially if you have friends and family coming to town.  Make sure to take time to walk around in the historic downtown area – or take a horse carriage ride if it’s too hot.
St. Augustine offers free concert and of course impressive fireworks over Mantanzas Bay. This is one of the most anticipated events in St. Augustine, so expect lots of people – and traffic.  Check out page for  Fourth of July in St Augustine for more details and parking suggestions.
JACKSONVILLE
Last year the city of Jacksonville had a lot of events going on around town – but with the budget cuts it seems as if everything is now centered around the Jacksonville Landing in downtown. Â The day starts with free concerts at the Jacksonville Landing, and at dusk it’s time for fireworks at the riverfront.
There’s also fireworks and fun at Jax Beach.
Click here to visit our special page with details including parking suggestions for Fourth of July Events in Jacksonville.
FERNANDINA BEACH
The Stars and Stripes Freedom Festival and Parade takes place in Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island. The Festival itself takes place on Saturday July 3, 2010, while the parade and fireworks happen on Sunday July 4.
We went to Fernandina Beach for Fourth of July last year and made a video about the experience that is posted on the  special page for Stars and Stripes Freedom Festival & Fireworks