Guide to Jacksonville

Guide to Jacksonville

At Jacksonville Mom, we’re here to help you make the most of family life in our amazing city! Our guide to Jacksonville is packed with insider tips, must-visit spots, and recommendations from local moms who know the city best. From hidden gems and family-friendly activities to the best local businesses and events, we’ve got everything you need to explore and enjoy all that Jacksonville has to offer. Let’s make family adventures unforgettable!

Whether you’re looking to for an outdoor adventure at one of Jacksonville’s must visit campgrounds, hunting for the coziest local coffee spots, or searching for the best kid friendly restaurants in Jax, our guides have you covered. Explore and uncover the hidden treasures Jacksonville has in store for you!

Our guides feature seasonal activities to help families explore and enjoy each time of year. From our Jacksonville’s BEST Holiday Events Guide and where to find the best pumpkin patches to area Easter egg hunts and our favorite splash pads, water parks and pools , we simplify keeping your family entertained all year round. Our team has put together guides for special occasions, featuring information on local events, birthday party venues and vendors, and local photographers in Jacksonville to help you capture unforgettable moments.

At Jacksonville Mom, we’re all about making life easier and more enjoyable for families in our community. Planning a weekend adventure? Searching for everyday tips and tricks? Or maybe you’re new to our incredible city? Whatever you need, Jacksonville Mom is your ultimate guide to Jacksonville—helping you create unforgettable moments with your whole family.

As moms, we want to remember the firsts, the “big” moments and the little ones. The smiles (and tears!), laughter and hugs and this time of motherhood and parenting that go too fast. To help you capture these moments...
One of our most asked questions from our readers is about birthday parties — and how to make them unforgettable for all ages! From venues to vendors, we have curated a list of the best ideas for kids' (and...
Do consecutive rainy days or crummy weather have you feeling the blues? Are the kiddos getting antsy and need to get all of the pent-up energy out? Jacksonville has a plethora of incredible indoor spaces available to you and...
We are frequently asked about education programs and recommendations for childcare, preschools, and schools in the Jacksonville area. We understand that picking a school or childcare center that fits your child’s and your family’s needs can be an overwhelming...
Date nights are so important. I mean, if we're doing continuing education for our careers, shouldn't we do things like date nights to better our marriages, too? Yes. Yes, we should. And let's not forget, we're also setting the...
Being active and staying healthy can be a challenge for busy families. We have put together the best spots for fitness and wellness in Jacksonville to encourage and educate families that when it comes to staying on the right...
The dog days of summer are here, and we are typically in our swimsuits ready for any opportunity to cool off and have some fun in the sun, be it in a pool or one of Jacksonville's many splash...
Somehow, it’s that time of year again. The time when we are supposed to spend time with family, build gingerbread houses and deck the halls. How did it get so busy? The shopping, the elfing, the baking, the card...
Starbucks can be a much-needed pitstop when you're making a Target run, but sometimes, a mom needs a pick-me-up with a little more flavor. Local flavor. A place where mamas can feel at home, grab a cup o' joe...
Calling all busy moms and families! Ready or not, the holidays are here and the Jacksonville Mom elves are ready to help. Let the stress go — gift-giving should be fun, and we’re making it easy for you with...
Donuts are delicious. There, we said it. Call them guilty pleasures, call them necessities of life, call them what you want (heck, spell them out how you want *cough* doughnut) — but have you ever met a person who...
Summer break is just right around the corner, and if you are like me — who has not even thought about what to pack for my toddler’s school lunch tomorrow, let alone what our summer plans are — then...

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