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Family-focused venue The Block Jax opens in Deerwood with food vendors, live music, dog park & more

Published: March 20, 2026 at 12:47 PM

The Block Jax, Jacksonville’s first outdoor food hall, made its debut on Friday with a grand-opening celebration continuing through Sunday. The location just off Gate Parkway on Jacksonville’s Southside features a 10,000 sq. ft. covered pavilion space with food vendors, a stage for live entertainment, a kids play area and a dog park.

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