January Events

Beyond Van Gogh Thru February 26

Beyond Van Gogh is a new truly immersive experience. While other shows use virtual reality or still images, this show incorporates both still and moving art. Masterpieces, now freed from frames, come alive, appear and disappear, and flow across multi-surfaces. The show is projected on every surface around you, which makes you feel as though you have stepped directly into a Van Gogh painting. The visual artwork is accompanied by a beautiful score. Tickets start at $23.99 for children and $39.99 for adults. Children 4 years and younger enter the show for free and do not require a ticket when accompanying an adult with a ticket. Immersive Art Space / 800-441-0819 / 119 West Beaver Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / vangoghjacksonville.com

St. Augustine Nights of Lights Thru January 31

The Annual Nights of Lights lights up St. Augustine with over three million lights. Nights of Lights is the winter holiday celebration in St. Augustine where each historic downtown business and many residents participate by lighting up their buildings. Nights of Lights holds the distinct honor as one of the 10 Best Holiday Displays in The World by National Geographic. The main plaza, called the Plaza de la Constitución, features lights draped around every tree. There's also a Christmas tree in the center where photos can be taken. The view of the Bayfront from the Bridge of Lions during Nights of Lights is also a favorite photo opportunity. Continues through January 31. Plaza de la Constitución / King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084 / www.oldcity.com

Ripley's Red Train Nights of Lights Thru January 30, Nightly at 6pm

Ripley’s Red Trains offers special Nights of Lights Tours through January 30. With your health and safety in mind, reservations for Santa’s Red Express will be made by row — not by person. Each row (68 inches) can accommodate up to four guests. Multiple rows may be reserved to meet your group’s needs. A reservation time is required. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours begin and end at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Free parking is available for guests during their tour on a first come, first served basis. The parking lot fills up quickly on busy nights, so please plan accordingly. Free gift for children ages 12 and under through Christmas. Cost is $65.99 per row. Closed Christmas Day. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum / 904-8241606 / 19 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084 / www.ripleys.com

Voyage to the Deep at MOSH Thru January 13, 2023

Based on French author Jules Verne’s 1870 classic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, the exhibition brings to life the deep-sea adventures of Captain Nemo, his fantastical Nautilus submarine, and the mythical world he inhabited. The exhibition is designed to provide a range of interactive experiences including full-body interactions, mechanical and electro-mechanical exhibits, interactive projections, and touchscreens. Museum of Science and History / 904-3966674 / 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207 / themosh.org

Annual Holiday Trains Display at MOSH Thru January 2

The Toy Train Collectors of Jacksonville will host a limited-run motorized train display on the Museum’s 3rd Floor. Collector volunteer operators will be on site to engage visitors, teaching them about trains, engineering, and model building. The trains on display will run throughout the day as they travel through a mini winter wonderland. Holiday Trains are included with General Admissions. Museum of Science and History / 904-3966674 / 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207 / themosh.org

Ice! at Gaylord Palms Thru January 1

During Christmas at Gaylord Palms, families can enjoy holiday displays that include more than 2 million twinkling Christmas lights. Explore acres of twinkling lights and decorations and holiday activities, shows, and events, featuring Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Activities include snow tubing, gingerbread house decorating, Cirque Spirit of Christmas, Shine Light Show, photos with Santa, Christmas Tree Trail, Snow Factory, Elf Training Academy, Naughty or Nice Escape Room, and more. Events are priced individually, or combo tickets are available. Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center / 407-586-0000 / 6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL 34746 / www.ChristmasAtGaylordPalms.com

The Venardos Circus Thru January 1

Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is back on the road and returns to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. There will be multiple shows in the intimate red-and-white striped tent. Parking is free. Festive preshow entertainment begins an hour prior to showtime. Tent concessions will be available when doors open. Classic circus treats like fresh popcorn, cotton candy, house-made all-natural pink lemonade, nachos, hot dogs, packaged candy, and more are available. General Admission tickets start at $16.50 for youth under age 12 and $27 for adults. One child 12 months or younger free per paying adult if seated on a lap. Premium Reserved seating is available for premium pricing. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre / 904-2090367 / 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080 / www.staugamphitheatre.com

Captain Nemo’s Steampunk Cotillion MiniCon • January 7, 6:30pm to 11pm

Release your inner Aquanaut as you venture through a world beneath the waves in MOSH's traveling exhibit, Voyage to the Deep. Join Hall of Heroes and MOSH for a deep dive 20,000 leagues under the sea as you chart a mythical world of deep-sea curiosities at Captain Nemo’s Steampunk Cotillion. The event will feature vendors and artists, cosplayers and a costume contest, panels and interactive performers, appetizers and refreshments, and more. Tickets are $12 for kids 3 to 12 and $25 for adults, with discounts if tickets are purchased in advance. MOSH / 904-396-6674 / 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207 / themosh.org

Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty January 8, 3pm

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents the classic story of Sleeping Beauty. The story features Tchaikovsky's delightful music performed by the Dnipro Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets range from $18.20 to $90. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts / 904-632-5000 / 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.fscjartistseries.org

Disney’s Aladdin January 10, 7:30pm; January 11, 7:30pm; January 12, 7:30pm; January 13, 8pm; January 14, 2pm, 8pm; January 15, 1pm, 6:30pm

Disney’s Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical, will be performed from January 10-15 at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. The show features all your favorite songs from the film as well as new music written by Tony® and Academy Award® winner Alan Menken. Disney on Broadway performances are recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, Disney recommends its productions for ages 6 and up. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Tickets start at $40.50. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts / 904-632-5000 / 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.fscjartistseries.org

Annual Saint Augustine Film Festival January 12-15

The annual Saint Augustine Film Festival will take place from January 12-15 in downtown St. Augustine venues. More than 50 independent films will be on view during the event. Screenings take place in Lewis Auditorium and the Gamache-Koger Theatre at Flagler College and the Alcazar Room at St. Augustine City Hall. Often, the filmmakers show up and introduce their films or talk about their work. Tickets are $75 to $250 for All Access and All Film Passes. Individual film passes are $10. St. Augustine Film Festival / 904-461-3993 / www.staugfilmfest.com

Grand Shanghai Circus January 14, 2pm

Grand Shanghai Circus: Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai is a top performance troupe famous for delivering top performers with excellent skills, daredevil acts, and a harmonious combination of various kinds of performing arts. Tickets range from $18.75 to $43.50. Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts / 904632-5000 / 11901 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246 / www.fscjartistseries.org

36th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast • January 13, 7am

The City of Jacksonville invites the community to celebrate the life, legacy, and service of Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 36th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast. The breakfast will be held from 7am to 8am. Guests are encouraged to network and explore community involvement opportunities during this time. The program will begin at 8am and will feature a guest keynote speaker alongside Mayor Lenny Curry. Tickets start at $40. Prime Osborn III Convention Center / 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / specialevents.coj.net

36th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire January 14-15, 10am to 5pm; January 2122, 10am to 5pm; January 27, 9am to 4pm – School Day; January 28-29, 10am to 5pm

For three weekends, a medieval village comes alive during festival season for the 36th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire. The Faire showcases more than 160 talented artisans and craftspeople from all over the country

who arrive at Hoggetowne to display and sell a variety of goods. At the marketplace, visitors will find one-of-a-kind blacksmithing, jewelry, stone and wood carvings, weaving, handblown glassware, leather crafts, and period fashions. Master crafters will also show how they create their works of art. There will be a variety of food options, including blooming onions, giant turkey legs, fresh-baked pastries, sweet potato fries, ribs, and more. Entertainment will include gypsy dancers, magicians, armored knights battling on the jousting field, living chess matches, human-powered push rides, and camel and pony rides for the kids. Admission is $20 for adults, $17 for seniors and military with valid ID, $10 for kids ages 5 to 17, and free for children 4 and under. Hoggetowne Medieval Faire / 352-393-8536 / 9409 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608 / www.hoggetownefaire.com

GameFace 4:13 Training Academy – Basketball Youth Leagues January 14 thru February 25, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm

Students in grades 1 through 5 are invited to participate in a positive environment where they can work on basketball skills. GameFace Sports Youth Basketball League is designed to nurture new and intermediate players, as well as push advanced players through practice and weekly games with experienced, designated coaches. Youth basketball leagues are seven weeks, each Saturday, with a oncea-week practice and an end-of-the-season championship game. All players will receive a league t-shirt. Cost is $159 per player with a $20 sibling and friend discount. Ages and Divisions: 12noon to 1pm – 1st and 2nd Grade Division; 1pm to 2pm – 3rd and 4th Grade Division; 2pm to 3pm – 4th and 5th Grade Division. River City Church / 904-878-9911 / 6801 Merrill Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 / www.gameface413.org

Winter Jam 2023 • January 15, 6pm

The Winter Jam Tour Spectacular, Christian music’s largest annual tour, will feature a diverse lineup of artists. This family-friendly event is open to all ages. Winter Jam’s Prejam party will be led by Thrive Worship, Sean Be, and RENEE. Pastor and author Zane Black will be the speaker. No tickets are needed, and admission is $15 at the door. General admission and the pre-show are at 5pm. The show begins at 6pm. Veterans Memorial Arena / 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / 2023. jamtour.com/cities/jacksonville-fl

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens MLK Day Celebration January 16, 11am to 4pm

Join the Cummer Museum for a day of reflection in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There will be free in-person experiences, including a mindful yoga session, live music, art-making activities, a gallery scavenger hunt, a special performance from the Jacksonville Arts & Music School youth chorus, and a Prayer for Peace at 2pm. The mindful yoga session will be held in the Cummer Gardens before the Museum opens. Please bring your own mat. Registration for this activity is required. Admission is free. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens / 904-3566857 / 829 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204 / www.cummermuseum.org

Let’s Go Science Show January 21, 2pm

The Let’s Go Science Show is a wacky look at “how things work” with Professor Smart and Ms. Knowitall. This production teaches physics concepts through theatrically based experiments and demonstrations. There will be lots of audience interaction as well as impressive scenery, great lighting, and illusions. Tickets for the public performance start at $10. Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts / 904632-5000 / 11901 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246 / www.fscjartistseries.org

The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston • January 21, 8pm

Whitney’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show. Belinda Davids, a RiSA chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa, portrays musical legend Whitney Houston. The show features the accompaniment of a live band, backing vocalists, and choreographed dancers, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision, and theatrical effects. Tickets range from $44 to $112.50. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts / 904-632-5000 / 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.fscjartistseries.org

Riverdance • January 24-25, 7:30pm

Riverdance returns for its 25th Anniversary Tour. The show will be in Jacksonville for two performances only. Tickets range from $39 to $115.50. There are also Pre-Show VIP Experience tickets available, which include early access to the venue hall to watch cast warm-ups, a VIP laminate, and a short Q&A with select cast members prior to the performance. This offer is a separate ticket purchase in addition to the performance ticket cost. All persons attending the VIP experience must also have a performance ticket. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts / 904-632-5000 / 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.fscjartistseries.org

75th Annual Jacksonville Boat Show January 27, 11am to 6pm; January 28, 10am to 6pm; January 29, 10am to 4pm

The Jacksonville Boat Show returns to the Prime Osborne Convention Center. There will be a large variety of boats on display, from skiing, fishing, cruisers, personal watercrafts, and more. There will be activities for the kids all day, as well as seminars and education for the adults. Parking for the general public is $5 per automobile per day. Donna Frantz with Fishing 101 will host a Kids’ Fishing Clinic on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 1pm. The first 100 kids each day to complete the interactive clinic will receive a rod and reel combo. Ticket prices: Adults: $15, Children 5 to 12: $5 (Under 4 Free), Senior +55: $12, Military or First Responder with ID: $12. Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center / 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204 / www.boatjax.com

Art Bike Tour of Downtown Jax & Florida Theatre • January 28, 10am, 12noon, 2pm

Art Bikes Jax and the Florida Theatre are teaming up for a day of tours. Explore the gallery of public art, architecture, parks, and points of interest in and around downtown Jacksonville by bike with Ron Rothberg, founder of Art Bikes Jax, as your guide. Registration is $50. Your event ticket will include one bike tour, a gift bag, and a tour of the Florida Theatre. Please bring your own bike. Each shift is limited to 40 people. Proceeds will benefit both Art Bikes Jax and the historic Florida Theatre. The tour will start and end at the Florida Theatre. Florida Theatre / 904-355-2787 / 128 East Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.floridatheatre.com bath remodeling, roofing, flooring, home security, water conditioning, insulation, windows and exterior products, and more. Free parking. Jacksonville Fairgrounds – Expo Center / 952881-5030 / 510 Fairground Place, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.homeshowcenter.com

Jurassic Park In Concert January 20-21, 7pm

The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra presents Jurassic Park In Concert. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, the action-packed adventure of Jurassic Park will be projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams' iconic score live to picture. Tickets start at $28. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts Jacoby Symphony Hall / 904-354-5547 / 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / www.jaxsymphony.org

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dates, times and locations are accurate at time of publication; events and activities listed in this guide are subject to change without notice. Visit Jax4Kids. com for updated information and more events!

Jacksonville Home & Garden Show January 13, 12noon to 6pm; January 14, 10am to 6pm; January 15, 11am to 5pm

Held at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds Expo Center, the Home & Garden Show will connect you to the area’s leading remodelers, builders, and design professionals. For one weekend, you’ll find wall-to-wall displays and exhibits and have the opportunity to speak directly with experts. Learn the latest trends in design, product offerings, maintenance tips, and more on everything to do with kitchen and

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