Radar: To Do in Jax 12.8-12.11
We’re committed to a weekend that is jingle bell rockin’! Celebrate the holidays with Carol (as in Christmas) or Taylor (as in Swift). Decorate some cookies or stick a fork in your meal. Whatever your tastes are, we’re here to guide you on your journey. Note: Most descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
12.8
4th Annual Jingle Bell’s Holiday Party at Alewife Craft Beer Bottle Shop
This year we are swapping ornament-making for cookie decorating. If you would like to participate in this portion of the festivities, the cost is $15 and includes your first Bell’s beer, six sugar cookies to decorate (we will have a number of Christmas and Hanukkah cookie shapes to choose from), all the decorating goodness you could ever want, and a selection of festive materials to package them up if you intend to give them as a gift. Festive attire is highly encouraged. Whether it’s an ugly sweater, your favorite holiday movie character, or festive PJs, we want to see it. You do not need to participate in cookie decorating to join the fun. Just come and enjoy the festive atmosphere and drink delicious beer. We’ll have Bell’s Christmas Ale and Hopslam on tap as well as a selection of cans and bottles. $15. 6-9 p.m. 1035 Park St. Jacksonville, FL; alewifebottleshop.com // @alewifebottleshop
Micro Wrestling at Maa Hall
The Micro Wrestling Federation is a full-scale, WWE type event supported by an entire cast under five feet tall. It’s going to be pandemonium as the Micro Wrestlers body slam, bear hug, and headlock throughout an evening of nonstop action! $25. 8-10 p.m. 8206 Philips Hwy. Unit 22 Jacksonville, FL; maahall.com
12.9
A Christmas Carol at The Riverside Children’s Art Center
On this night you will be visited by three ghosts. Be prepared. $10. 7:30-8:30 p.m. 2841 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, FL. riversidechildrensartscenter.org // @riversidechildrensartscenter
Swiftiemas: A Taylor Swift & Friends Holiday Dance Party at Underbelly
“Shake It Off,” holiday edition! $20. 8 p.m. 113 E Bay St. Jacksonville, FL underbellyjax.com // @underbellyjax12.10
Crafts & Drafts: Paint Your Own Christmas Ceramic at Jax Craft Beer
We are excited for our new DIY projects. All our pieces comes with a plug in light as well as the mini bulbs to decorate. Makes the perfect addition to your holiday decor. No artistic talent is needed, because we take the time to guide you step by step to complete your very own masterpiece. Tickets must be purchased eight days prior to the event, as we have to place your order and have it shipped for the class. You are welcome to bring in your own food and snacks for this event. We do recommend you purchase drinks from the venue. We can also help you schedule a home party if you can’t make a class. $65 (only Vintage Xmas Truck remaining). 1-3:30 p.m. 9825 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL; jaxcraftbeer.com // @jaxcraftbeer
Jingle Bell Jukebox Revue at Players by the Sea
A toe-tappin’, knee-slappin’, feel-good holiday musical revue for the entire family. Join Santa, Mrs. Claus, and some of the North Pole’s best performers sing and dance to your favorite festive holiday tunes. $25. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 106 N 6th St. Jacksonville Beach, FL; playersbythesea.org // @playersbythesea
12.11
3-Course Farm to Fork Dinner Experience at Green Legacy Farm
For dinner, guests are seated at a community-style table in the barn or garden to enjoy a seasonal 3 -course meal. The meals are freshly harvested and prepared by Farmery Executive Chef, Andrea, Bryant Smith. Andrea Bryant-Smith Award-winning chef, owner of Mena’s Legacy Kitchen and co-owner of Farmery Bakery & Bodega will take guests through each course and share more about their flavors to guide the farm-to-fork experience. Starter- Louisiana Gumbo with seafood served over Rice- Highlighting Okra. Main Course – Cornish Hen with seafood Jambalaya, with braised farm greens & pea shoots. Dessert- Creole Banana Foster Banana Pudding. Vegan options available! $65; 5:30-7:30 p.m. 9200 Plummer Rd. Jacksonville, FL; greenlegacyfarm.com // @greenlegacyfarm
Sanctuary Winter Ball Goth Night at Myth Nightclub, Jacksonville
Festival goths? You bet! $5+. 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 333 E Bay St. Jacksonville, FL; mythexperience.com // @myth.element
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