Night Life Around Florida's First Coast

There’s no shortage of nightlife destinations on the First Coast, with choices that run the gamut from cozy neighborhood pubs, comedy clubs and popular sports bars, to sophisticated wine bars and major entertainment venues.

The Jacksonville Landing

This festival marketplace on the banks of the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville has more than 40 shops, including national brands and one-of-a-kind stores, restaurants from Cajun to Japanese, and hundreds of entertainment events each year. The most recent addition to the Jacksonville Landing is Club Paris, 22,000 square feet of dance areas, state-of-the-art light and sound systems, and a VIP section.

The Florida Theatre

Opened in 1927, the beautifully restored Florida Theatre is known as one of the finest concert venues in the Southeast. The theatre offers more than 200 cultural and entertainment events each year, from ballet and opera to contemporary pop, jazz, rock, county and blues.

 

Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts

This St. Johns riverfront theatre complex attracts thousands of theatre and music lovers each month. Its three distinct halls offer venues for non-amplified stage events, amplified performances, and a multi-purpose hall with stage.