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Historic Springfield Tour of Homes & Gardens

For one weekend a year, visitors have an opportunity to enjoy the unique character and quirks of Springfield by exploring some of the beautiful homes and gardens that line its tree-shaded streets. The 44th Historic Springfield Tour of Homes and Gardens takes place May 13 and 14. Tour hours for both Saturday and Sunday are Noon to 5 PM. Tickets purchased may be used for either day, $15-$20. 904TIX.com

Charlie Puth

JUNE 1, 7:30 PM

Daily’s Place

With hit singles like “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” “Attention,” and “Marvin Gaye,” Charlie Puth is known for his catchy hooks and melodies paired with a distinctively deep voice. He’s also known for having what the musically inclined call “perfect pitch,” $35-$300

Revolution: The Music of the Beatles

JUNE 2 & 3, 7:30 PM

Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts

A musical and visual experience through Abbey Road is brought to life by Jacksonville Symphony performances featuring guest vocalists. Although recorded in a bluesier version, bandmates Paul and George didn’t think it could be a single due to its slow tempo. Thus, the “Revolution” we all know was re-recorded with heavy distortion, $27-$81

Trey Kennedy: Grow Up Comedy Tour

JUNE 2, 8 PM

Florida Theatre

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Trey Kennedy found fame on Vine while attending Oklahoma State College. Despite being a top creator on the app for more than three years, he never thought he would work in the entertainment industry. What did he know? Since then, his videos have been played countless time on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Leave the phone home on this night and see him in person, $25-$150

TLC & Shaggy: Hot Summer Nights

JUNE 4, 7 PM

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Hip Hop pioneers TLC and Jamaican icon Shaggy join forces to deliver sets of their most memorable hits. Listen for TLC’s “Waterfalls,” “No Scrubs,” and “Creep.” Don’t forget Shaggy’s “It Wasn’t Me,” “Boombastic” and “Angel.” Plus, special guests En Vogue and Sean Kingston perform their faves “My Loving (Never Gonna Get It),” “Beautiful Girls” and “Take You There,” $49-$125

Walker Hayes

JUNE 9, 6:30 PM

Daily’s Place

Growing up in a large family, Walker Hayes always had a passion for music. He studied piano in college and enjoyed singing. One day, a neighbor offered to drive him to Nashville, where he landed his first gig. The rest, as they say, is history, $35-$55

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes

JUNE 9, 7:30 PM

Florida Theatre

Actor Cary Elwes gives patrons a behindthe-scenes look at what life was like on and off the set of the film classic, The Princess Bride. After the screening, Elwes reveals some additional secrets in a moderated discussion. There will be fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, escapes, and romantic bliss in the lands of Florin and Guilder or, in this case, downtown Jax, $32-$100

Jacksonville Emancipation Celebration

MAY 20, 4-9 PM | James Weldon Johnson Park

On May 10, 1865, Union Army general Edward M. McCook arrived in Tallahassee to receive the surrender of Confederate troops in Florida. On May 20, McCook formally announced President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, effectively ending slavery in the state. While many celebrate Juneteenth, Florida recognizes May 20 as its Emancipation Day. In Jax, the celebration centers around Downtown’s historic park and includes vendors, kids’ games, a panel discussion and live music, free.