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Jacksonville has a growing LGBTQ+ community with a welcoming scene in the San Marco, Riverside, and Five Points neighborhoods. With River City Pride, active queer organizations, and an expanding nightlife, Jacksonville is becoming an increasingly inclusive destination on Florida's First Coast.
Signature Annual Events

Sat, Oct 3
12 PM - 8 PM
Riverside Park, Five Points, Jacksonville
Jacksonville's River City Pride 2026 — the Riverside parade, free Five Points festival, the Cabaret, best gay bars, and where to stay.

Sat, Oct 3
2 PM - 4 PM
Willowbranch Park, Riverside, Jacksonville
Jacksonville's River City Pride Parade — 2 PM from Willowbranch Park, 1.5 miles through Riverside and Five Points to Riverside Park.

Sat, Oct 3
6 PM - 9 PM
Jacksonville
The River City Pride Cabaret — Jacksonville Pride's ticketed 18+ evening show with national touring drag and live performance.
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