🔒River City Guide: Shrimp Festival, 90s Fest highlight Northeast Florida’s weekend events

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Hey, Insiders. 👋

It’s a great weekend to get shrimpy with it! 🦐

There’s so much happening this weekend all over Northeast Florida, including The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival in Fernandina Beach, AS IF! The 90s Fest in Elkton, and don’t forget about the Jacksonville Health & Lifestyle Festival in Jacksonville!

There’s absolutely something for everyone this weekend.

Check out our preview of the exciting events taking place from Friday, May 2, to Sunday, May 4. 👇

(Emoji Key: 💰 = Paid/ticketed event 🆓 = Free event 🎶 = Live music 🔞 Event is 18 and up or 21 and up)

As always, be sure to check the organization’s website and social media accounts for any last-minute event changes or cancellations.

Weekend Events... 📅

• The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival 🆓🦐🎶 The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival is always the 1st weekend in May! There will be nonstop entertainment and fun, with concerts, contests, more pirates, a shrimp boat parade, a 5K fun run, a kids’ fun zone, and the best, freshest seafood and shrimp you can find. More info

• Jacksonville Health & Lifestyle Festival 🆓⚕️ | Saturday, May 3 · 10 am - 4 pm | “Join Us us and WJXT Channel 4 for a Fun Day of Free Health Screenings & Services, Wellness & Lifestyle Services, Vendors, Fitness, Nutrition, Pet Health, Pet Care & Services, Pet Adoption, Food, Music & Entertainment. The first 200 people to register receive a FREE Welcome Gift! Vendor space is still available! View details on our website: jaxhealthfest.com.” More info

• Romanza Festivale 2025 🆓💰🎶 “It’s time once again for the annual Romanza Festivale of Music and The Arts — May 2-18, 2025! Comprised of over 40 headline and partner events featuring music, dance, visual arts, theatre, spoken word, and more at several locations throughout St. Augustine. And … best of all … most events are Free!" More info

• USA’s Largest Traveling Whiskey Festival 💰🔞🥃 This weekend, the largest traveling whiskey festival in America will be coming to Jacksonville for the very first time, hosting brands from around the world, including Florida and its surrounding areas. This Saturday, May 3, 2025, attendees of the Jacksonville Whiskey Riot festival will be able to try more than 200 whiskies from local, regional, national, and international brands while also enjoying creative whiskey cocktails, opportunities to meet master distillers, and more. More info

• Marlon Wayans at The Florida Theatre 💰🎤 If you want to laugh so hard it hurts, there’s a show happening in downtown Jacksonville soon that might do the trick. Comedian Marlon Wayans is set to perform at the Florida Theatre on May 2 as part of his “Wild Child Tour.” The show starts at 8 p.m. More info

• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 2 in Concert 💰🎶 “The final battle begins. You can experience Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™- Part 2 in Concert in a way you’ve never seen it before! A live symphonic orchestra performs Alexandre Desplat’s iconic score as the film is projected onto a high-definition screen that puts you in the middle of the action. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness Harry and his friends face off for the last time against their foes." More info

• Free Skin Cancer Screenings from Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 🆓 For the month of May, Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is offering free skin cancer checks for new patients at select locations in recognition of Melanoma Monday and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Schedule your appointment and reference Melanoma Monday free screenings to secure the offer. Click here for more information.

• Riding High: Vintage Bicycles from the Keith Pariani Collection 💰🚲 “Explore the vintage bicycles and cycling memorabilia from the private collection of St. Augustine bicycle aficionado Keith Pariani.” More info

• COSPLAY ANIME Speed Dating for Singles Age 24-44 🔞💰 “Wear your best costume, or just a simple T-Shirt with your favorite character to meet other Cosplay, Anime, Comic lovers!” More info

• HUNK-O-MANIA JACKSONVILLE 🔞💰 “This Las Vegas Style “audience participation” male revue show features the very best male exotic dancers, in an intimate personal setting, designed to involve our audience directly and make for a memorable evening. Guests must be at least 18 years old at this location. More info

• Friends of South Mandarin Library Book Sale 🆓📚 “Friends of South Mandarin Branch Library Book Sale. Shop this spring sale and stock up and save on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. There’s a wide selection of items for every age - children, teens and adults.” More info

• AS IF! The 90s Fest 2025 💰🎶 “Dedicated to the decade that was ALL THAT and a Bag of Chips! The 5th annual (and final) AS IF! The 90s Fest is Saturday, May 3, 2025 (changed from May 17) from 2:00 pm-9:00 pm. Rain or shine! And, we have moved to 1105 County Road 13A South in Elkton! Family-oriented and action-packed with … National Acts * Local & Regional Musicians * Games * Waterslide * ‘Fly’ Photo Booth * Food Trucks * Vendors and more!" More info

For more ideas for fun weekend activities, take a look at our Events Calendar. 👇

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