Part of the Gay Jacksonville Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, October 2, 2027
Riverside Park, Five Points, Jacksonville
River City Pride Festival 2027 is expected Saturday, October 2, 2027 in Jacksonville, based on the event's usual slot on the calendar. The organizer had not published official 2027 dates as of October 2026, so treat these as expected dates; this page updates when they are confirmed. The guide below covers the weekend's main events, the bars the crowd actually uses and where to stay.
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