SUMMER GUIDE

Deals

Kids Bowl Free

Registered kids can bowl two free games every day all summer. Age limit and lane times vary by location. Shoe rental not included; standard shoe rental rates apply. Discounted family passes are also available. St. Augustine/Anastasia Bowling Lanes, 3245

A1A S, St. Augustine, FL, 32080 / 904-4713565

Thru October 30 – Mondays thru Thursdays & Sundays, Open to Close; Fridays & Saturdays, Open to 8pm

Palatka/Putnam Lanes, 3834 Reid St, Palatka, FL, 32177 / 386-325-8795

Thru October 30 – Mondays thru Thursdays & Sundays, Open to Close; Fridays & Saturdays, Open to 8pm

Jacksonville/Batt Family Fun Center, 1838

Cassat Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32210 /904-3892360

Thru September 11 – Mondays thru Saturdays, 10am to 6pm; Sundays, 11am to 5pm

Jacksonville/King Pins Bowling Center, 5310 Lenox Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32205 / 904-3940895

Thru August 28 – Wednesdays & Thursdays, 1pm to 8pm; Fridays, 1pm to 10pm; Saturdays, 12noon to 10pm

Gainesville/Alley Gatorz, 2606 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32609 / 352-373-0708

Thru October 30 – Mondays thru Thursdays & Sundays, Open to Close; Fridays & Saturdays, Open to 8pm

Palm Coast/Palm Coast Lanes, 11 Old Kings Rd North, Palm Coast, FL, 32137 / 386-4454004

Thru August 28 – Daily, Open to 5pm

Yulee/Yulee Bowl & Entertainment, 850822 US 17, Yulee, FL, 32097 / 904-225-107

June 5 thru August 4 – Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 10am to 4pm; Wednesdays, 12noon to 4pm Kids Bowl Free / www.kidsbowlfree.com

High School Summer Pass at Planet Fitness

Planet Fitness is encouraging teens to get off the couch and into the gym this summer by offering free gym access for ages 14 to 19. Teens under 18 must sign up with a parent or guardian. Once registered, download the Planet Fitness app to get your Summer Pass digital club pass. Teens who sign up for the Summer Pass will be entered for a chance to win a scholarship. Planet Fitness / 844-8807180 / www.planetfitness.com

Cummer Museum Free Admission Specials

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens offers several admission specials. Free admission is good for museum entry and excludes any ticketed events. Visiting exhibits on display include Rockwell Kent: The Shakespeare Portfolios and Outside In. These are in addition to the Permanent Collection of more than 5,000 works. The Permanent Collection spans from 2100 B.C. through the 21st century and includes masterpieces created by Mildred Thompson, Peter Paul Rubens, Winslow Homer, Thomas Moran, Whitfield Lovell, Norman Rockwell, and Romare Bearden. It is also home to the Wark Collection of Early Meissen Porcelain. Please note, not all works from the Permanent Collection are on display at any given time.

Second & Third Tuesdays, 4pm to 9pm, Sponsored by VyStar Credit Union // June 13, 20, July 11, 18, August 8, 15

Fourth Friday of each month, 4pm to 9pm, Sponsored by PNC Bank // June 23, July 28, August 25

First Saturday of each month, 10am to 4pm, Sponsored by Citi // June 3, July 1, August 5

First Full Weekend of each month, provided by Museums on Us // June 3-4, July 1-2, August

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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens / 904-3566857 / 829 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204 / www.cummermuseum.org

Beaches Rock Gym Friday Kids Climb

Fridays, 11am to 9pm

Beaches Rock Gym hosts Kids Climb on Fridays. All Friday long climbers 17 and under are only $15 for a Day Pass (rentals included) or $13 if you have your own shoes. Each climber will need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian. Waivers can be signed in person or online. Beaches Rock Gym / 904222-0707 / 14 West 3rd Street, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 / www.beachesrockgym.com

Junior Jumpers Jam

Weekdays, 11am to 1pm

Altitude Trampoline Park offers a special admission offer for junior jumpers. Weekdays from 11am to 1pm, ages 6 and under can enjoy 60 minutes of unlimited access to trampolines and attractions, including soft play and other experiences designed with the littles in mind. The cost is $7 per child. Parent passes are available in-park for purchase. Altitude Safety Socks are required.

Altitude Trampoline Park / 904-801-1859 / 1214 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 / www.altitudetrampolinepark.com

Flight Fit N Fun Summer Jump Passes

Thru September 4

Flight Fit N Fun is offering Summer Jump Passes for the 2023 season. Take Flight every day from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Cost for 60 minutes starts at $119, 120 minutes starts at $139, and the Family Pass is $349 for 60 minutes and $389 for 120 minutes. The Family Pass is valid for four jumpers. Pass is valid May 26 to September 4.

Flight Fit N Fun / 904-551-4035 / 7022 A C Skinner Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256 / flightadventurepark.com

Adventure Landing Saturday Swim Nights

June 17 – July 29

Adventure Landing hosts Saturday Swim Nights each week from June 17 to July 29. From 6pm to 10pm, admission is reduced to $21.99.

Adventure Landing / 904-246-4386 / 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Independence Day Events

4th of July BBQ Competition • July 1, 5pm Celebrate the USA with a BBQ Competition at Historically Hoppy Brewing Company. Bring your best BBQ and vote for your favorite. Free to all to participate. Historically Hoppy Brewing Company is a Craft Brewery in the heart of Springfield.

Historically Hoppy Brewing Company / 904374-4750 / 1636 North Main Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 / historicallyhoppy.com

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Celebrate Independence Day • July 3, 6:05pm

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp take on the Durham Bulls. Single game tickets start at $7, with multi-game and group packages available. Section 108 F-Q is a designated Family Section, with no alcohol allowed. To celebrate Independence Day, the Jumbo Shrimp will host the biggest fireworks display of the season. In addition, the first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive a patriotic hat. 121 Financial Ballpark / 904-358-2846 / 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / jaxshrimp.com

St. Marys Independence Day Festival

July 4, 9am to 9:30pm

The Kiwanis Annual Independence Day Festival celebration offers hometown charm plus a parade and fireworks over the St. Marys River. Other activities include a 5K/10K Run, a kids’ fun run, arts & crafts vendors, and entertainment throughout the day. Organized and planned by the Kiwanis Club of St. Marys. The fireworks show will start at approximately 9:15pm. St. Marys Waterfront Park / 912882-4000 / 400 Osborne Street, St. Marys, GA 31558 / visitstmarys.com

Painting with a Twist: Fireworks Under the Bridge • July 4, 4pm to 6pm

Painting with a Twist hosts a Fireworks Under the Bridge painting event for ages 15 and up. The cost is $40 for a 16x20 canvas.

Painting with a Twist, Fruit Cove / 904-5184932 / 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Fruit Cove, FL 32259 / www.paintingwithatwist.com

Jacksonville’s 4th of July Fireworks

Celebration

July 4, 5pm to 10:15pm

Join the City of Jacksonville to celebrate the nation's independence with the annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. The event offers an enhanced viewing experience this year with multiple locations to view from. There will be spectacular fireworks displays all around Jacksonville, with special events at Riverfront Plaza. The fireworks will begin at approximately 9:45pm.

Riverfront Plaza / 2 W Independent Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202 / events.coj.net

Fireworks Over the Matanzas

July 4, 6pm

The All Star Orchestra returns to the Plaza de la Constitución’s Gazebo to kick off the evening's activities with a two-hour concert starting at 6pm. The concert is free, and those attending should bring lounge chairs for seating. Fireworks Over the Matanzas, the highlight of St. Augustine’s traditional July 4th activities, will begin at 9:30pm. The 20-minute fireworks show is choreographed to patriotic music over an extensive sound system that carries over the entire bayfront area. Visitors are welcome to line the streets and sit anywhere along the Bridge of Lions and South Castillo Drive to view the fireworks from downtown. Be sure to bring blankets or chairs for seating.

Downtown St. Augustine / 904-825-1004 / 1 S Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084 / www.visitstaugustine.com

Ritz-Carlton 4th of July Red, White and Deep Blue Celebration • July 4, 6pm

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island hosts an Independence Day celebration with an All-American Lawn Party. The menu features seafood, ceviches, shrimp cocktail, marinated steak and grilled local fish, summer vegetables, and a dessert bar. Entertainment includes games for the whole family and a front-row seat to the oceanfront fireworks show at 9:15pm. The cost is $159 for ages 10 and up and $85 for ages 4 to 9. A Food & Beverage package is available for $219 for ages 21 years and older.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island / 904-2771100 / 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 / www.ritzcarlton.com