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Crews continue to assess damage at new Jacksonville Fairgrounds after part of building collapses in storm
Read full article: Crews continue to assess damage at new Jacksonville Fairgrounds after part of building collapses in stormEngineers and construction crews continued to assess and clean up the damage at the new Jacksonville Fairgrounds Exposition Center on Tuesday after a portion of its skeleton structure collapsed in a storm over the weekend.
Skeleton structure of new Jacksonville Fairgrounds expo building collapses in storm
Read full article: Skeleton structure of new Jacksonville Fairgrounds expo building collapses in stormStorms across the area on Sunday brought heavy winds, which damaged part of the construction for the new Jacksonville Fairgrounds Exposition Center on the Westside.
Shad Khan purchases Jacksonville fairgrounds for $15M with plans to create more game, event parking
Read full article: Shad Khan purchases Jacksonville fairgrounds for $15M with plans to create more game, event parkingThe Jacksonville Fairgrounds is officially under new ownership as Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s Iguana Investments Florida LLC has purchased the 14.1-acre property.
The Jacksonville Fair is relocating to the Westside — but not as soon as anticipated
Read full article: The Jacksonville Fair is relocating to the Westside — but not as soon as anticipatedThe 2024 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair will begin Nov. 7 at the current Jacksonville Fairgrounds next to Everbank Stadium. Meanwhile, construction for the fair’s new location on the Westside is underway, according to officials.
Addition of Jacksonville Fairgrounds to the Westside expected to bring more jobs, entertainment venues
Read full article: Addition of Jacksonville Fairgrounds to the Westside expected to bring more jobs, entertainment venuesThe private group will pay 17 million to build the site, and the city will pay for infrastructure.
Thousands buzz with excitement as they learn all about bees at Jacksonville’s Honey Bee Festival
Read full article: Thousands buzz with excitement as they learn all about bees at Jacksonville’s Honey Bee FestivalPeople of all ages were out to hang with the bees on Sunday. Kids and adults got to learn from the people who work alongside these helpful insects.
Thousands of dogs, cats search for forever homes at Mega Pet Adoption event in Jacksonville
Read full article: Thousands of dogs, cats search for forever homes at Mega Pet Adoption event in JacksonvilleThe Jacksonville Humane Society will host its annual Mega Pet Adoption event at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds next weekend.
Farm Share, disaster relief non-profit to distribute hurricane prep supplies at Jacksonville Fairgrounds
Read full article: Farm Share, disaster relief non-profit to distribute hurricane prep supplies at Jacksonville FairgroundsFarm Share is partnering with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to distribute hurricane preparedness supplies at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 15.
Gate River Run 2024: Everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s race
Read full article: Gate River Run 2024: Everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s raceAround 14,000 runners are getting ready to participate in the Gate River Run this Saturday, and there are some things you need to know ahead of the race – especially if you’ll be around the downtown area.
Jags fans advised to arrive early, download mobile parking passes before 1st home game
Read full article: Jags fans advised to arrive early, download mobile parking passes before 1st home gameOver 60,000 excited Jaguars fans are expected to pack out Everbank Stadium on Sunday as the team faces it’s first home game of the season against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Live from the ring: ‘Going Ringside’ takes podcast to meet global wrestling icons who once descended on Jacksonville
Read full article: Live from the ring: ‘Going Ringside’ takes podcast to meet global wrestling icons who once descended on JacksonvilleFor the first time in News4JAX history, ‘Going Ringside’ took the pro wrestling podcast to the ultimate world of wrestling for fandom at the annual River City Wrestling Con at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds in a live podcast event.
City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to Westside
Read full article: City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to WestsideThe Jacksonville community is invited to speak Tuesday night at the City Council meeting in support of or opposition to a proposal to relocate the Jacksonville Fairgrounds from its current location to the Westside on Normandy Boulevard.
Transport yourself back to prehistoric times at ‘Dinosaur Adventure’
Read full article: Transport yourself back to prehistoric times at ‘Dinosaur Adventure’If you’re looking for something to do with the whole family this weekend, Dinosaur Adventure will transport you back to a time where dinosaurs roamed the earth.This interactive event is being held at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds March 18-19.
Shad Khan’s purchase of Fairgrounds has Georgia-Florida tailgaters questioning future
Read full article: Shad Khan’s purchase of Fairgrounds has Georgia-Florida tailgaters questioning futureA big part of the Georgia-Florida rivalry game is the tailgating and fan experience beforehand. You don’t earn the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” moniker without having a good time.
Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s company agrees to buy Jacksonville Fairgrounds; fair to move to Westside
Read full article: Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s company agrees to buy Jacksonville Fairgrounds; fair to move to WestsideJaguars owner Shad Khan’s development company, Iguana Investments, has agreed to purchase the Jacksonville Fairgrounds downtown. In turn, the far will move west more than 15 miles away.
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Jaguars owner Shad Khan looks to buy Jacksonville Fairgrounds
Read full article: Jaguars owner Shad Khan looks to buy Jacksonville FairgroundsJacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan is hoping to purchase the Jacksonville Fairgrounds property in a move that would add additional parking for fans attending games at TIAA Bank Field.
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Day of Dignity: Homeless Veterans Stand Down event focuses on mental health
Read full article: Day of Dignity: Homeless Veterans Stand Down event focuses on mental healthThe city of Jacksonville’s Military Affairs and Veterans Department held its 18th Homeless Veterans Stand Down event this weekend. AdThe final day of our Homeless Veterans Stand Down event is underway at the @jaxfair🇺🇸 VA Services🇺🇸 Vet Center🇺🇸 Food & Clothing🇺🇸 Hygiene KitsThis event is open to all veterans - Come and see what’s going on until 2pm today. According to Conyers, there are about 150,000 veterans in Jacksonville and several hundred of them are facing homelessness. That’s why the Veterans Stand Down event is here to help. “We’re a smaller department within the city of Jacksonville and we rely on a lot of partners who help us.
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Dual free food events run out after incredible turnout
Read full article: Dual free food events run out after incredible turnoutThere were two drive-thru events: one at the Jax Fairground and another at the Jessie Ball DuPont Center. FarmShare plans to hold food giveaways every Tuesday and Thursday. It’s taking one less stress off of helping provide families with food that they need for Thanksgiving,” Johnson said. Look for more food giveaways on FarmShare’s distribution schedule. Another food giveaway --not affiliated with FarmShare-- will be held Saturday, November 21 at Deermeadows Church, located at 9780 Baymeadows Road.
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Fair Food Fest coming to Jacksonville in November
Read full article: Fair Food Fest coming to Jacksonville in NovemberJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It’s not fall without yummy fair food! In light of the of the cancelled Greater Jacksonville Fair, a Fair Food Fest is scheduled for Nov. 14 - 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. Admission to the Fair Food Fest is $10, which includes parking and entry for all passengers in the vehicle. "The Fair Food Festival gives attendees a chance to have all their favorite Fair foods, listen to great music and applaud our youth, while practicing safe social distancing " Bill Olson, Greater Jacksonville Fair, CEO/President, said. For more information on the Jacksonville Fair Food Festival, click here or call (904) 353-0535.

Jacksonville fair adds extra day of setup to ensure safety
Read full article: Jacksonville fair adds extra day of setup to ensure safetyJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Crews have been setting up since Sunday for the Greater Jacksonville Agriculture Fair. During the final weekend of the 2018 Jacksonville fair, the Sky Flyer ride malfunctioned just as it started to operate with riders on board. Lawsuits have been filed, and this year, fair staff said they are taking extra precautions, including adding an extra day of setup to make sure riders will be safe. In addition to ride setup and inspections, workers have been gearing up for a number of events and concerts that will begin Thursday evening. For more information about the 2019 Jacksonville fair -- such as tickets, deals and entertainment -- visit jacksonvillefair.com.

Everything you need to know about 2019 Jacksonville fair
Read full article: Everything you need to know about 2019 Jacksonville fairThe 2019 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair will take place Thursday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 17. Bill Olson, CEO and president of the Jacksonville fair, also told News4Jax that there will be security in place to ensure the safety of fairgoers. Answers to frequently asked questions and more information can also be found by visiting jacksonvillefair.com or calling the Greater Jacksonville Fair office at 904-353-0535. ConcertsUncle Kracker, Blanco Brown, Eli Young Band and Blue Oyster Cult are among the performances lined up for the 2019 Jacksonville fair concert series. Family funIf rides aren't your thing, there will also be shows and attractions at the Jacksonville fair.

Jacksonville Agricultural Fair offers $25 mega pass online
Read full article: Jacksonville Agricultural Fair offers $25 mega pass onlineJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is offering a Mega Pass wristband for $25 for purchase exclusively online through Nov. 6. The pass, available at JacksonvilleFair.com, individual admission and unlimited mechanical rides for one-day use during the Fair, Nov. 7 through Nov. 17. at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds located in the Sports and Entertainment District. Half-price admission tickets are also available for advance purchase online through November 6. The $20 wristband for unlimited mechanical rides will be in effect Mondays through Thursdays. The $25 Ride Fanatic Wristband for unlimited mechanical rides will be in effect Fridays through Sundays.
Wrestling fan convention slams into Jacksonville Fairgrounds
Read full article: Wrestling fan convention slams into Jacksonville FairgroundsJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Northeast Florida's first professional wrestling fan convention slammed into the Jacksonville Fairgrounds on Saturday. River City Wrestling Con featured live wrestling matches, as well as an assortment of vendors and artists. Theres just something about wrestling thats magic, especially with our fans, wrestling personality Jimmy Hart said. I think its so great, said Blank, who goes by the ring name Kelly Kelly. I mean, wrestling has been a big part of this community as far as I can remember, so its nice just to have this additional exposure for once, Morga said.