Weekly Wins: Things to Do in Jax 10/3 – 10/9
Has anyone seen Bridesmaids? You know that scene where Kristen Wiig is on the plane screaming how she is ready to party? Well, that will be YOU this week, my friends.
This is the GIF, if you must know: https://media.giphy.com/media/rumR5iFBxFjdC/giphy.gif
Wednesday, October 3
– At Lola’s Burrito & Burger Joint, come celebrate the legendary movie, Mean Girls, with some dope, free trivia in honor of National Mean Girls Day (yes, that’s a thing). You might feel like Gretchen Weiner when she says, “I’m sorry that people are so jealous of me” because your Mean Girls knowledge is just THAT crazy impressive at trivia!
– I know, I know…I promote this run a lot. But that’s because EVERYONE loves running at Green Room on Wednesdays!! All you have to do is show up at 7 PM, jog around for a bit, and then drink the rest of the night with all your new friends. Who can possibly say that doesn’t sound amazing?
Thursday, October 4
– At the Garden Club of Jacksonville, which is quite the scenic place to host this, this is an event to remember with live chamber music by Civic Orchestra musicians, food from River and Post (which is so yummy), and wine from Lynmar Estate. Be there at 6 PM for all the fun.
– If you’re prepared to travel a bit outside of Jacksonville, you can take on an awesome kayaking adventure from Amelia Island to the south end beaches of Cumberland Island. A base camp will be set up with a picnic lunch, right near the jetties that people love to walk around! Sounds like a BLAST.
Friday, October 5
– Opening night for the Trail of Terror is going to be LIT, and by that, I mean terrifying. At 11850 Camden Rd, this is Jacksonville’s oldest haunted attraction! You basically walk through a scary trail in the dark woods and it will feel like someone is watching & waiting for you…
– If you’ve never heard of Buyer & Cellar, it’s a hilarious comedy that focuses on an actor’s life and the price of fame. The 5 & Dime is presenting this spectacular show from 8-10Pm. Grab some friends and get your tickets now for a mere $22!
Saturday, October 6
– Wicked Barley is getting festive with a pumpkin party. Just swing by, get yourself some pumpkin beer, enjoy the music, and indulge in the food from local vendors. It starts at 11AM but be sure you hurry because pumpkins are limited!
– The Great Inflatable Race is the original all-inflatable fun run, The Great Inflatable Race is coming to Jacksonville! The race is not about winning, just about joining. If you want to get active and have fun in giant blow-up race course, then sign up!
Sunday, October 7
– With the Jags playing the Kansas City Chiefs at an away game, we all need to send our love and support from Jacksonville. Surfer is holding a watch party at 1 PM with drink specials, and all your closest friends will be there. Don’t miss out!
– Looking for the very best stand-up comedy in Jacksonville? Creative Veins and Dos Gatos is presenting the Laugh Lounge Comedy Show, with just that!! Every Sunday night at 8 PM, Dos Gatos in downtown Jacksonville has got everything you need for a good laugh.
Monday, October 8
– Who wants to support the tatas of the world?! Taco Lu does!!! With entertainment, food, drink, and lots of laughter, Tacos for Tatas aims to celebrate those affected by breast cancer and benefits the DONNA Foundation with 100% of the ticket price going to the cause! Come on everyone, and help save the tatas!
– Yelp is throwing their largest fundraising event of the year at the Jacksonville Public Library! Taking over 3 floors of the library for a night of incredible fun, the event encourages attendees to dress in full costume as their favorite literary character! Helpful hint: You must RSVP, but who wouldn’t want to?!
Tuesday, October 9
– What’s better than painting and drinking with your friends? Maybe swimming with dolphins, but this is a close 2nd…Tuesdays at Hyperion are BOGO wine & beer, and this Tuesday, you can paint an awesome night sky picture, too! Don’t miss out!
Obviously, there is another week of fun stuff to do in Jacksonville, the city that never sleeps…Or wait, is that New York?…
Want to be Instagram famous this week? Don’t forget to tag your own weekly wins using #FrayLife #JaxFray to give us FOMO (and give you a chance to be regrammed).
Need even more fun ideas for this week or the rest of October? Here are the most exciting events that belong on your calendar this month.
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