Join us for our next event today! This group gathers across the Jacksonville Metro area and beyond, meeting at popular restaurants, parks, attractions, holiday events and other events. We also occasionally travel to other cities and towns. So if you’re up for a partial or full-day trip, we’ve got something for you, too.
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Upcoming Events
Avondale Sunset Walk and Dinner 2026
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Date: Sunday, March 8th, 2026Time: 5:30pm
- Location: Mellow Mushroom Avondale
- Address: 3611 St. Johns Ave - Jacksonville
- Members Going: 24
What's Happening
The Itinerary
Our popular evening walks typically attract 20+ group members. Afterwards, we'll regroup at Mellow Mushroom, Brick, Southern Grounds, or another nearby restaurant for a walk-in dinner or casual lite bite.
Meetup Location - 3611 St. Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Parking - (Allow 10-15 minutes to park in Avondale)
1. St. Johns Avenue commercial center (limited availability)
2. Side streets - Dancy, Riverside Ave, Pine Street (5-6 min away)
3. Van Wert Ave/Boone Park (5-6 min away)
4. Oak Street, Herschel Street (6-8 min away)
Walk-in Dinner TBD, there will be no advance reservation:
1. Mellow Mushroom - 3611 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205 - open until 12am.
2. Brick Avondale - 3585 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205 - open until 9pm.
3. Southern Grounds Avondale - 3562 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205 - open until 9pm.
4. Biscottis - 3556 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205 - open until 9pm.
5. Hoptinger Five Points - (8 mins drive) - 1037 Park St, Jacksonville, FL 32204 - open until 2am.
---- Your RSVP indicates you have reviewed and agree to our liability release form, found on the Group's "About" page or this page. ----
The Route
Follow St. Johns Avenue southwest to Herschel Street. Cross Big Fishwier Creek, making a quick left on to Woodmere Drive.
Follow Woodmere Drive south along the shoreline to San Juan Avenue. Then head east on San Juan about 300 meters to Stinson Park, stopping briefly for a rest or photo opportunity.
Retrace route back to Avondale.
Optional (+15 minutes): Cross Ortega Drawbridge before returning to Avondale.
The Nickel Tour
The Shoppes of Avondale is one of Jacksonville's most idyllic and vital commercial centers. Replete with casual and fine dining, plus an ample number of quaint stores, Avondale is the perfect place to spend an enjoyable afternoon or evening.
Baker Point Park and Stinson Park both abut the St. John's River, anchoring the start of the Ortega Drawbridge. Adequately sized and well kept, each park offers visitors sweeping views of the St. John's River, Ortega, and downtown Jacksonville.
The Notes
* Only RSVP if you plan to attend. We'll wait a few minutes for latecomers, but no-message/no-shows WILL NOT be appreciated.
Dinner at SoNapa Grille 2026
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Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026Time: 7:00pm
- Location: SoNapa Grille
- Address: 2400 3rd St S Unit 101 - Jacksonville Beach
- Members Going: 1
What's Happening
The Itinerary
Join us at the beach for an enjoyable dinner at SoNapa Grille. We can discuss any potential after-dinner adventures as dinner concludes.
Join the Waitlist for your Invitation
Group members will be prioritized for invitation using the following tiers. This is meant to reward regulars and those who have reliably attended past group events:
1. Platinum - 2+ Dining Events
2. Gold - 1+ Dining Events
3. Silver - 2+ Other Events
4. Bronze - 1+ Other Events
5. All others
~-~Confirmations will commence 3/11/2026 until 8 have been seated~-~
Note: The 8 person table is unlikely to increase unless the waitlist is large enough to fill additional seats. Only RSVP if you intend to join us, and please keep your RSVP current at all times.
---- Your RSVP indicates you have reviewed and agree to our liability release form, found on the Group's "About" page or this page. ----
The Nickel Tour
Founded by wine connoisseurs with an eye for the finest red and white wines from Napa Valley and Sonoma, SoNapa Grille eventually evolved into a full service restaurant.
Pair a flavorful glass of wine with any of SoNapa's chef-inspired cuisine, while you relax in its chique dining room. There's also a fully stocked bar with a wide assortment of spirits, all perfect complements to a rich and sumptuous entree.
With additional locations in New Smyrna Beach and Ormond Beach, Florida, SoNapa Grille has established itself as one of the region's finer places to eat. Lucky for us, there's another location just minutes away at Jacksonville Beach!
The Skinny
1. SoNapa Grille - Dinner Menu | Wine & Spirits
2. Dress - "Dress to Impress", it's Saturday Night!
3. I'm running late - Please notify me as soon as possible via Meetup Comments, thank you.
4. Please drink responsibly.
Parking
1. SoNapa Grille - Ample parking for customers.
2. Surrounding Commercial Lots - 25th Ave South & Almonaster Streets.
The Notes
- No-Message/No-Show - Removal from group with exceptions granted at the sole discretion of the event host.
- Host will confirm your attendance by direct message 48 hours before the event. Please respond promptly, thank you.
Tap this link to review RSVP Policy.
San Marco & RiversEdge Park Sunset Walk 2026
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Date: Sunday, April 12th, 2026Time: 6:00pm
- Location: 1461 Hendricks Ave
- Address: 1461 Hendricks Ave - Jacksonville
- Members Going: 17
What's Happening
*(Rescheduled to April 12, 2026 from the cancelled February 15, 2026 event)*
The Itinerary
Let's meet to explore the new RiversEdge Park in Southbank. We'll walk for about 75-90 minutes - enjoying the 7:50pm sunset - before returning to the Aardwolf Brewery in San Marco by way of Friendship Fountain and San Marco Blvd.
Note that this route differs from our past San Marco events. It's all new for 2026!
~-~Weather Advisory~-~
Persistent rain, high winds, or unseasonably cold temperatures will cancel this event. Please keep tabs on the weather.
---- Your RSVP indicates you have reviewed and agree to our liability release form, found on the Group's "About" page or this page. ----
This popular event has attracted 20+ members in the past. Afterward, we've typically gathered for dinner at V Pizza or Hurricane Grill and Wings.
Meetup Location - 1461 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Parking
1. Park under Route 95 overpass off Hendricks between Naugle St. and Louisa St, just south of Dogtopia. Walk 3 minutes south to Aardwolf.
2. Use the lot behind Aardwolf.
Walk-in Dinner TBD, there will be no advance reservation:
1. European Street Cafe - 1704 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - open until 9pm.
2. The Loop Pizza Grill - 2014 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - open until 9pm.
3. Hurricane Grill and Wings - 1615 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - open until 10pm.
4. V Pizza and Sidecar - 1406 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - open until 9pm.
5. Panera - 1440 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 - open until 9pm.
The Route
*All new for 2026* - We'll walk from Aardwolf towards the Riverwalk, heading east towards the new RiversEdge Park.
Next, we'll explore the new RiversEdge park in detail, including an amazing boardwalk set above a natural landscape.
Optionally, the last stop will be a loop around Friendship Fountain before returning to the brewery starting point.
The Nickel Tour
Picturesque San Marco is one of Jacksonville's most famous neighborhoods. Its unique buildings - some of which were built in the Mediterranean Revival style - capture both the eye and the imagination. Combined with sweeping views of the St. John's River and convenient access to both downtown and points north and south, San Marco can't be missed.
The Notes
* Only RSVP if you plan to attend. We'll wait a few minutes for latecomers, but no-message/no-shows WILL NOT be appreciated.
April Beach Party & Social
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Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2026Time: 3:00pm
- Location: Margaritaville Beach Hotel - Jacksonville
- Address: 715 1st St N - Jacksonville Beach
- Members Going: 31
What's Happening
The Itinerary
Join us for our April Beach Party & Social off Jacksonville Beach's 7th Avenue North entrance, north of Margaritaville beyond the volleyball nets. Look for a green tent with cornhole set up in front.
This will be the first Beach Party for 2026, and will also serve as a Meet and Greet for new members. April weather and temperatures should be very pleasant: not too hot, not too cold either!
Note: Bring water, sunscreen, and a long-sleeved shirt just in case it's breezy.
~Weather Advisory~
Persistent high winds, rain, or lightning will cancel the event. Will post a cancellation notice by early afternoon.
---- Your RSVP indicates you have reviewed and agree to our liability release form, found on the Group's "About" page or this page. ----
Packing List
- Sunscreen, Chair, Towel, Umbrella
- Water, food, drinks, snacks
- PROHIBITED: Glass Containers
- Note: Alcohol is not permitted on the beach
We'll Have
- Blanket, water, table & first aid kit
- Small Event tent
- Regulation cornhole
- Volleyball
- Yard Pong/Ball Toss
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Parking
- Jacksonville Beach Public Parking - 1st Street North, paid. Walk to 7th avenue North beach access.
- 6th Avenue North - free, limited spaces.
- 7th Avenue North - free, limited spaces.
Restrooms
- 1st Ave North (5 mins) - Exit beach to boardwalk, past Margaritaville, heading south towards the large Jacksonville Beach public parking lot.
- 2nd Ave South (8 mins) - Exit beach to boardwalk, heading south past the Jacksonville Beach parking lot & Best Western.
The Notes
- No attendance policy - Please be on time if you want to join the group.
- Keep RSVP current - For event planning purposes.
- *Note* - Beach Party attendance will no longer count towards Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze club memberships. Previous beach party attendees will be grandfathered.