The arrival of summer brings some of Northeast Florida’s most cherished traditions, from beach days and concert tours to evenings at the ballpark cheering on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. As excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup, the region is also embracing the growing momentum of its soccer scene with watch parties, community events, and new developments. In this month’s edition, we also share ways to celebrate Father’s Day and make the most of the season ahead.
Father’s Day Dining
Just in time for Father’s Day, the Floridian reopens at its new St. Augustine address with coastal cottage décor, wraparound porches and a garden; the new Oxford Place occupying a historic flatiron building in the Ortega neighborhood adds brunch service, and Jacksonville’s Congaree and Penn launches the Roost for intimate dining and an all-day menu featuring a farmhouse burger with pimento cheese, and for dessert, peach crisp cheesecake.
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In 1565, Spanish explorers established the oldest continually inhabited European settlement in the U.S. Known as the Ancient City or the Old City, St. Augustine charms residents and visitors to this day with its historic architecture, over 42 miles of barrier coastline and thriving hospitality scene. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
St Augustine
Jacksonville, the largest city geographically in the contiguous U.S., boasts an incredible variety of green spaces and beaches, as well as prime waterfront from the Atlantic Ocean to St. Johns River with its iconic bridges. The city’s vast network of neighborhoods and islands further invites nonstop adventure. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Jacksonville
Summer Concerts
Summer concert tours are coming through town. VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena: Chris Stapleton (June 11th), Cody Johnson (July 25th), Benson Boone (August 25th). Jax Beach Country Fest (Seawalk Pavilion, June 13th). Ponte Vedra Concert Hall: Preservation Hall Jazz Band (June 13th), Thievery Corporation (June 22nd), The Fixx with The Smithereens (July 17th). St Augustine Amphitheatre: Vince Gill (June 27th), The Black Keys (July 29th).
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An idyllic oceanside enclave 18 miles south of Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach is often discovered while watching the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass or vacationing at its iconic Ponte Vedra Inn and Club. Many visitors fall in love with its quiet, chic lifestyle and make it their home. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Ponte Vedra Beach
Soccer Mania
As FIFA World Cup fever kicks off this month, USA team watch parties are being held by the Jacksonville Armada FC (The Block Jax, June 19th; Decca Live, June 25th), and a youth soccer fundraiser with food trucks and music (Love’s Soccer Club, June 27th-28th). Local soccer also heats up with JAX Armada’s new owner with big plans and Sporting Club JAX’s inaugural USL Championship series season underway
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