Jacksonville, Florida Dec 4, 2018 (Issuewire.com) - December is the perfect time for visitors to enjoy the holiday season, Jacksonville style. From ZOOlights at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on New Year’s Eve, Jacksonville’s holiday events offer extra cheer this holiday season.
For Instagram Selfie Enthusiasts. From November 23-January 1, more than 20 American Red Cross lifeguard chairs will be decorated in coastal-themed designs and lights in Jacksonville Beach. www.deckthechairs.org
For Music Fans. The Alhambra Theatre Presents Elf the Musical. The new classic Christmas movie is brought to life at Jacksonville’s historic dinner theater, the oldest in the nation. November 24-December 24. www.alhambrajax.com
For Animal Lovers. Thousands of LED lights transform the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens into a luminous winter wonderland filled with moving sculptures, forests of lighted trees and animal silhouettes. Guests can enjoy marshmallow roasting, the 4-D Theater Ride, carousel rides, warm weather “ice” skating and more. December 8-January 5. www.jacksonvillezoo.org/zoolights
For Sports Fans. The annual TaxSlayer Gator Bowl is played at TIAA Bank Field in Downtown Jacksonville on New Year’s Eve. The game matches up the top teams from the SEC, the ACC, the Big Ten Conference or Notre Dame. Experience the excitement as the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl treats thousands of fans to one of the most exciting games in college football. www.taxslayerbowl.com
For New Year’s Eve Revelers. Fireworks are Jacksonville’s favorite way to celebrate the holidays. On New Year’s Eve, Downtown Jacksonville’s skyline will be lit up with colorful fireworks to usher in 2019. At Jacksonville Landing, visitors can enjoy live music, food trucks, craft vendors, and family fun. www.jacksonvillelanding.com
For more information on holiday events in Jacksonville, visit www.visitjacksonville.com.
About Visit Jacksonville
Visit Jacksonville is a Destination Marketing Organization accredited by Destinations International and contracted by the Duval County Tourist Development Council (TDC) since 1996 to champion the growth of leisure and business tourism in Jacksonville.
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