James Weldon Johnson Park

James Weldon Johnson Park James Weldon Johnson Park is Jacksonville's oldest public park with a mission to create a welcoming,

Register TODAY! Prices for JWJ BDay 5K increase on June 1st! Join us on June 20th at 7:30AM to celebrate James Weldon Jo...
05/29/2026

Register TODAY! Prices for JWJ BDay 5K increase on June 1st! Join us on June 20th at 7:30AM to celebrate James Weldon Johnson's Birthday. Registrants recieve free T-shirt, finisher medal, 2 tickets to Sporting JAX game that night, Cupcakes & Champagne (or non-alcoholic drink)!

If you're not much of a runner, we've got something for everyone! The Block Party will follow the race and the park will have games, food trucks, and Rance Adams Media on the tunes.

Special thanks to VyStar Credit Union for sponsoring this event!

05/29/2026

See you all tomorrow!

GOOD NEWS! "160 Years of Stories" - A Photo Exhibit at the Jessie reflecting memories of park-goers, is now open through...
05/28/2026

GOOD NEWS! "160 Years of Stories" - A Photo Exhibit at the Jessie reflecting memories of park-goers, is now open throughout June! If you haven't seen it already, be sure to check it out this love letter to the community as told by Toni Smailagic and Barbara Colaciello

Create more memories in the park by coming by on Saturday, May 30th for JWB Pop-Up Market from 4 - 8 PM. Support resident-owned businesses in our community in a fun, family-friendly environment!

Looking for ways to support your community? Join us for the inaugural JWB Pop-Up Market designed to support and showcase...
05/28/2026

Looking for ways to support your community? Join us for the inaugural JWB Pop-Up Market designed to support and showcase the amazing resident-owned businesses in our community in a fun, family-friendly environment.

We will have
👩 100% local vendors
🌮 Food trucks
🎸 Live music & entertainment
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly fun!

Event Details:
Free Admission!
Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: James Weldon Johnson Park - 135 W Monroe St

We can't wait to see you there!

This Weekend: JWB Pop-Up Market at JWJ Park!🛍️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and...
05/26/2026

This Weekend: JWB Pop-Up Market at JWJ Park!🛍️ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our updated newsletter and get this info (and more) delivered directly to your email!

Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We also extend our thoughts to t...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We also extend our thoughts to the families and loved ones carrying their memory forward.

The park is closed today in observance of the holiday. We encourage everyone to take a moment of silence to remember and reflect. ❤️

05/22/2026

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Celebrate by discovering the passion, culture, and inspiration behind the delicious dishes created by Lasa Taste of Philippines Cuisine. Hear the story behind the food and the heart that goes into every bite.

SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK AND WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE JACKSONVILLE WAVES! 🌊🏀It's our quarterly reach-out for your feedback on w...
05/21/2026

SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK AND WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE JACKSONVILLE WAVES! 🌊🏀

It's our quarterly reach-out for your feedback on what you think about James Weldon Johnson Park; our weekly, monthly, and special activities; and how you think we can improve! ❤️💙💛

Please take a moment to complete our very short survey (takes 3 minutes or less!) and you could be chosen to win two tickets to a Jacksonville Waves game courtesy of First Horizon Bank!

Scan the QR Code or visit tinyurl.com/JWJPkMay2026Survey to start the survey!

05/20/2026

In just one month, you can walk in the footsteps of history, then celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who helped shape American culture. Join us for Year 2 of the JWJ Birthday 5K & Block Party — a day filled with community, commemoration, and joy!
Prices increase June 1st, so register today!

There’s a little something for everyone. Even if you’re not running or walking, come out for the post-race Block Party in James Weldon Johnson Park featuring food trucks, games, and music by Rance Adams Media!

Every race registrant will automatically be entered to win prizes, including tickets to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Jacksonville Waves. Plus recieve a free JWJ BDay 5K T-shirt, a finisher medal, 2 tickets to the June 20th Sporting JAX vs Charleston Battery 7PM at Hodges Stadium with free parking Courtesy of the Sporting JAX! Plus after the race runners will receive champagne or non-alcoholic option of beverage and cupcakes! Be sure to stick around after for the block party! You must be present to win raffle prizes!

Thank you to 1st Place Sports Running, Noted. Marketing Co., Jacksonville Run Club, Sporting JAX, Vibrant Places Collective, and VyStar Credit Union this event would not be possible without you!

05/19/2026

School’s out, Summer’s ON ☀️🎉

Happy Monday is EVERY Monday at James Weldon Johnson Park - but on June 1st, we’re kicking things off with a special Summer Vacation Kickoff from 11 AM – 2 PM during lunch! 🌴🍧

Looking for fun ways to spend your summer? Start with us downtown for good vibes, activities, music, and a midday break worth showing up for 😎

Grab your friends, bring the family, and celebrate the start of summer with us every Monday in the park! ✨

Don’t Wait - JWJ BDay 5K Prices Rise Soon!⏰ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and li...
05/18/2026

Don’t Wait - JWJ BDay 5K Prices Rise Soon!⏰ Stay connected to our socials for updates, check out our weekly lunch and live music schedule, and watch our feeds for any changes!

Visit tinyurl.com/JWJNewsletter to subscribe to our updated newsletter and get this info (and more) delivered directly to your email!

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135 W. Monroe Street
Jacksonville, FL
32202

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+19045155098

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