Jax River Jams Presented by VyStar Credit Union is a free, four-week, concert series held Thursdays in April at Riverfront Plaza in Downtown Jacksonville. Created to be an inclusive celebration for Northeast Florida, Jax River Jams is curated to feature multiple genres and reflect the diversity of Jacksonville. By matching local openers with national acts, Jax River Jams showcases the rich talent of Jacksonville’s music scene, prioritizes supporting regional talent, and gives local bands paid opportunities to open each show in front of thousands of music lovers. Openers will perform at 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. with headliners beginning at 8:30 p.m.  

LINE UP

April 7: Rock Band Spin Doctors and Alternative and Southern Rock Band Sister Hazel

"Two Princes," "Little Miss Can't Be Wrong," and “All For You,” “Your Winter”

Local opener: Southern-fried funk band Dirty Bird & The Flu

April 14: Grammy Award-winning global iconic group  Boyz II Men

“End Of The Road,” “I’ll Make Love To You,” “On Bended Knee,” “Motownphilly”

Local openers: Hip Hop, Jazz and Neo Soul band The Katz Downstairz & Hip Hop musician, DJ, host, podcaster, actor and journalist Mr. Al Pete.

April 21: Country Music Association’s Female Artist of the Year Carly Pearce

“I Hope You’re Happy Now,” “Every Little Thing,” “Next Girl,” “Never Wanted To Be That Girl”

Local openers: Genre-defying and cinematic instrumental group Jon Stickley Trio & alt-country/Americana band Dean Winter & The Heat.

April 28: Indie rock band Manchester Orchestra

“The Gold,” “The Silence,” “The Maze”

Local openers: Alternative/indie bands Lunar Vacation & Glazed.

Jax River Jams will feature food trucks and bars with local craft beer and spirits. Camp chairs and picnic blankets are encouraged. New this year, preferred seating is available for $89 per ticket. Preferred seating includes a dedicated seat in front of general admission, private restrooms with running water and air conditioning, and access to a private bar. Tickets are available for purchase at jaxriverjams.com. 

 “The City of Jacksonville is excited to announce the return of this exciting free event," said Mayor Curry. "We encourage citizens to enjoy the music, artists, dining, riverfront views, and everything Downtown has to offer. The City, VyStar Credit Union, Downtown Vision, and our other partners are committed to making this an event to remember!"