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2 big downtown riverfront projects hit reset button due to rising costs
Read full article: 2 big downtown riverfront projects hit reset button due to rising costsDue to rising costs, two of the biggest housing developments that were set to be built in downtown Jacksonville are likely never going to happen, according to the Jacksonville Daily Record, News4JAX’s news partner.
Next phase of Riverfront Plaza begins construction; expected to finish in 2025
Read full article: Next phase of Riverfront Plaza begins construction; expected to finish in 2025Work on the next phase of construction at Riverfront Plaza, the former site of The Jacksonville Landing, is underway, the city announced on Friday.
Downtown development: Update on projects moving forward in 2024 and beyond
Read full article: Downtown development: Update on projects moving forward in 2024 and beyondFor years we have heard the promises of new development along the river and renderings showing changes to our skyline downtown. Now, some of those projects are taking shape.
Heavy equipment moves into downtown to begin construction on long-awaited Riverfront Plaza park
Read full article: Heavy equipment moves into downtown to begin construction on long-awaited Riverfront Plaza parkThe old Jacksonville Landing site is finally getting a makeover. After more than three years of waiting for development, the city of Jacksonville said construction will begin Monday at Riverfront Plaza.
Work expected to begin next week on new Riverfront Plaza park
Read full article: Work expected to begin next week on new Riverfront Plaza parkAfter years of promises and debate, residents could finally start seeing work begin on the old Jacksonville Landing site. A new park will eventually be built on what is now called Riverfront Plaza.
Construction on long-awaited Riverfront Plaza development delayed another month
Read full article: Construction on long-awaited Riverfront Plaza development delayed another monthWork was expected to begin Monday on the new Riverfront Plaza, but News4JAX has learned that construction has been delayed until July.
‘I am walking for her’: Woman walks at domestic violence event to keep her sister’s name alive
Read full article: ‘I am walking for her’: Woman walks at domestic violence event to keep her sister’s name aliveOver a thousand people gathered downtown Saturday morning to raise awareness about domestic violence at the 14th annual Hubbard House “Stand up and Stride Domestic Violence Awareness Walk.”
Piers at future site of Shipyards West Park need to be replaced, could cost up to $30M in current design
Read full article: Piers at future site of Shipyards West Park need to be replaced, could cost up to $30M in current designThe Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) met on Thursday to talk about how much more money could be needed for projects on both the Northbank and the Southbank, including the area known as the Shipyards and the former home of the Jacksonville Landing, now called Riverfront Plaza.
Prepare to fly high as ‘World’s Largest Bounce House’ returns to Jacksonville this weekend
Read full article: Prepare to fly high as ‘World’s Largest Bounce House’ returns to Jacksonville this weekendThe Guinness-certified “World’s Largest Bounce House” inflated Friday and will stay pumped through Sunday.
The Big Bounce America is here in Jax this weekend
Read full article: The Big Bounce America is here in Jax this weekendThe Big Bounce America tour is bringing the most action-packed experience of the year to Jacksonville, Florida from Friday, February 18th through Sunday, February 20th at Riverfront Plaza. Featuring the only Guinness-certified world record holder of The World’s Largest Bounce House, The Big Bounce America is the biggest touring inflatable event in the world and includes four massive inflatable attractions:
Unity in the Community: Saturday’s event raises awareness about gun violence, murder in Jacksonville
Read full article: Unity in the Community: Saturday’s event raises awareness about gun violence, murder in JacksonvilleThe event is free to attend and will feature live music, vendors, a BBQ cookoff, a skateboard clinic, and food trucks.
Skateboarding event hits downtown Jacksonville this weekend
Read full article: Skateboarding event hits downtown Jacksonville this weekendThe Street League Skateboarding Super Crown Championships will hit downtown Jacksonville Saturday and Sunday at a purpose-built skating arena at Riverfront Plaza, the former location of the Jacksonville Landing.
Street League Skateboarding competition rolls into River City this weekend
Read full article: Street League Skateboarding competition rolls into River City this weekendSome of the world’s best skateboarders will battle it out for the Super Crown World Champion title at the Riverfront Plaza on Saturday and Sunday.
Jax Taco Fest | River City Live
Read full article: Jax Taco Fest | River City LiveThe most anticipated food & entertainment festival of the year is here! Come out to the Second Annual Jax Taco Festival being held at the Riverfront Plaza on Saturday September 4th (aka 904 day!). Get ready for an action-packed day filled with a variety of tacos, margaritas, delicious churros, guacamole, elotes, live entertainment, a kids zone and Other Taco themed activities! Come hungry and get ready for Jax Taco Fest from 11-8 pm.
Protest in support of Cuba freedom continue in Jacksonville, across state
Read full article: Protest in support of Cuba freedom continue in Jacksonville, across stateDozens of people gathering at Riverfront Plaza on Sunday, waving Cuban flags, holding up posters that say SOS Cuba and protesting the Communist regime in Cuba.
4th of July activities at Riverfront Plaza was fun for all
Read full article: 4th of July activities at Riverfront Plaza was fun for allThe activities scheduled as part of the city of Jacksonville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration at Riverfront Plaza have been postponed until further notice, the city said about 5:40 p.m. Sunday.
2021 Street League Skateboarding World Championship coming to Jacksonville
Read full article: 2021 Street League Skateboarding World Championship coming to JacksonvilleThe inaugural Street League Skateboarding World Championship is coming to Jacksonville the weekend of Nov. 13, transforming Riverfront Plaza into the ultimate skateboard playground for a weekend, the city announced Tuesday.
Black Lives Matter 5K event grows in 2nd year in Jacksonville
Read full article: Black Lives Matter 5K event grows in 2nd year in JacksonvilleThe second annual Black Lives Matter 5K drew even more runners than last year to downtown Jacksonville on Saturday as they sought to celebrate and elevate Black lives.
Concertgoers rock out at last show in Jax River Jams series
Read full article: Concertgoers rock out at last show in Jax River Jams seriesTIAA Bank Stadium wasn’t the only place in downtown Jacksonville where people were rocking the night away Thursday. A mile away at Riverfront Plaza, the former Jacksonville Landing site, hundreds attended the last show in a series of free outdoor concerts this year.
City agency looking for design firm to turn former Jacksonville Landing site into ‘Riverfront Plaza’
Read full article: City agency looking for design firm to turn former Jacksonville Landing site into ‘Riverfront Plaza’We look forward to reviewing the submissions come March and wish all interested parties the best of luck.”The RFP selection process will happen on two parts. Part one includes submission of qualifications, which the city will evaluate, score and select three shortlisted design teams to participate in a design competition. In the second half of the process, the three shortlisted design teams will receive a stipend to complete 50% designs where they will showcase their vision for the plaza, including how their design would interface with the future private development. The selected winner of the design competition for the best-qualified design will be invited to negotiate a full professional services design contract with the city, bringing design of the public space to 100%. As such, the city is taking reservations for use of the park between now and December 2021 and hopes to be under construction on the new public space by January 2022.