Welcome to the weekend! There is so much going on around town and you don’t want to miss it. Catch a game of soccer on Thursday at Hodges Stadium and a night of food trucks and live music on Friday at Kava and Company. Test your drawing skills at art in the park on Saturday or catch all female latte throwdown at the Greenhouse and Bar. Let us be your weekend guide for all things local and fun! Note: Most descriptions are courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.

3.23

Jacksonville Armada FC vs. Miami United FC at Hodges Stadium
Jacksonville Armada FC is excited to announce its upcoming match in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup against the National Premier Soccer League’s Miami United FC will take place Thursday, March 23 at the University of North Florida’s Hodges Stadium. This match marks a special occasion for the Jacksonville Armada as it will be the first time the club has competed in the U.S. Open Cup since the 2018 season. Free. 7 p.m. 1 South U N F Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32224; jacksonvillearmada.com // @jaxarmadafc

Let me down easy at The Florida Ballet
Each person has a different perspective, different experiences, different feelings. Combined, they create a portrait of human struggle and how the human spirit faces some of life’s most difficult questions and moments. $25. 8 p.m. 10131 Atlantic Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32225; floridaballet.org // @flballet

3.24

Diamonds in the Rust Spring Market at Diamond D. Ranch
Diamond in the Rust invites you to our semiannual vintage market. Drive to the rural side of Jacksonville and savor the country roads along the way. Bring your friends and come shop some of the South’s favorite vendors, located in our beautiful barns pavilions and under-shaded oak hammocks. Come discover your newest Spring finds. There will be one-of-a-kind pickins’ such as vintage treasures, farmhouse finds, home décor, re-loved furniture, handcrafted items, unique relics, antiques, tasty treats, unique gifts and more. $10. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Solomon Road Jacksonville, FL 32234; diamonddranchinc.com // @diamond_d_ranch

Food Truck Fridays and Live Music at Kava and Company
Looking for a relaxing and welcoming place to unwind after a long day? Look no further than Kava and Company, Jacksonville’s newest kava bar. Locally owned and family-operated, we provide a warm and friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy our high-quality kava drinks and other natural supplements. Free. 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.. 11018 Old St Augustine Rd. Ste. #123, Jacksonville, FL 32257; kavaandcompany.com // @kavaandco.sanmarco

3.25

Art in the Park at James Weldon Johnson Park
Art in the Park, Northeast Florida’s ONLY Chalk Drawing competition, returns for its third year to James Weldon Johnson Park, save the date! James Weldon Johnson Park is Jacksonville’s oldest public park with a mission to create a welcoming, urban public space that engages with our history, nurtures a sense of belonging, connecting our diverse communities and resonating throughout Downtown. Free. 12-5 p.m. 135 W Monroe St. Jacksonville, Fl 32202; jamesweldonjohnsonpark.org // @jamesweldonjohnsonpark

All Female Latte Art Throwdown at The Greenhouse and Bar
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are hosting an All-Female Latte Art Throwdown. Registration is live through the link in our bio. With 40 competitors and Blind judging prizes, raffle tickets and drink tickets will be available. Free. 6-11 p.m.. 200 Riverside Ave. Unit 2, Jacksonville, FL 32202; thegreenhousebar.com // @thegreenhousejax

3.26

Laser Vinyl at the MOSH Jacksonville
Experience total sensory entertainment as laser lights, high-def images and digital sound collide to create a Cosmic Concert in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium! Cosmic Concerts begin promptly on the hour. Please arrive 15 minutes in advance of show times. $12. 5-6 p.m. 1025 Museum Cir. Jacksonville, FL 32207; themosh.org // @moshjax

Jesus Christ Superstar at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts
The vibrant rock opera telling of the final weeks of the life of Jesus Christ, set to Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s unforgettable score. Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a mesmerizing new production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane’” and “Superstar.” $27-$102. 7 p.m. 300 Water St. Jacksonville, FL 32202; jacksonvillecenterfortheperformingarts.com // @jaxperformingartscenter

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