Events
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Hogans Creek Cleanup | April 2026
701 E. Beaver St. Jacksonville, FLJoin us in preserving the natural beauty and health of our local environmentĀ by cleaning up and maintaining Hogans Creek. We will clean the section from the East Beaver St south to East Church St. We will supply trash grabbers and bags. Volunteers are encouraged to bring gloves and water. Please wear closed toe shoes, long…
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LaVilla Remembered Walking Tour
Florida C Dwight Park 1199 Church Street West, Jacksonville, FLStep back in time and explore the rich history of Jacksonvilleā€™s LaVilla neighborhood on this guided walking tour along the Emerald Trail. Discover the stories, landmarks, and cultural legacy that shaped this vibrant community, from its roots as a center of arts and entertainment to its pivotal role in civil rights history. Reserve your spot:…
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Celebrate Trails Day on the Emerald Trail
LaVilla Link Butterfly Garden 1076 W. Duval St., Jacksonville, FL, United StatesGroundwork Jacksonville invites the community to Celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the LaVilla Link Butterfly Garden along the Emerald Trail. Celebrate Trails Day was created by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, to encourage people nationwide to get outside and explore local trails.Ā
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Hogans Creek and S-Line Cleanup | May 2026
2429 N Davis Street Jacksonville, FLJoin us as we work to preserve the natural beauty and health of our local environment by cleaning up and maintaining Hogans Creek and the S-Lines We will clean the 1/2 mile section from Moncrief Rd to Boulevard St. and clean up around Section 1 of Hogans Creek. Volunteers under the age of 18 must…
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LaVilla Remembered Walking Tour
Florida C Dwight Park 1199 Church Street West, Jacksonville, FLStep back in time and explore the rich history of Jacksonvilleā€™s LaVilla neighborhood on this guided walking tour along the Emerald Trail. Discover the stories, landmarks, and cultural legacy that shaped this vibrant community, from its roots as a center of arts and entertainment to its pivotal role in civil rights history. Reserve your spot:…
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S-Line Cleanup | June 2026
Emmett Reed Community Center 1093 W 6th St, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesJoin us in preserving the natural beauty and health of our local environment by cleaning up the S-Line, Jacksonvilleā€™s urban trail. We will clean the 1/2 mile section from W. 6th St to Moncrief and supply trash grabbers and bags. Volunteers are encouraged to bring gloves and water. Please wear closed toe shoes, long pants…
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Hogans Creek Cleanup | June 2026
Lot on W. 6th Street just east of N. Jefferson St 1536 N Jefferson Street, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesJoin us in preserving the natural beauty and health of our local environmentĀ by cleaning up and maintaining Hogans Creek. We will clean about a one mile section from W. 6th St/Jefferson down to Pearl St. and back. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to sign up DIRECTIONS:…
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LaVilla Remembered Walking Tour
Florida C Dwight Park 1199 Church Street West, Jacksonville, FLStep back in time and explore the rich history of Jacksonvilleā€™s LaVilla neighborhood on this guided walking tour along the Emerald Trail. Discover the stories, landmarks, and cultural legacy that shaped this vibrant community, from its roots as a center of arts and entertainment to its pivotal role in civil rights history. Reserve your spot:…
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LaVilla Remembered Walking Tour
Florida C Dwight Park 1199 Church Street West, Jacksonville, FLStep back in time and explore the rich history of Jacksonvilleā€™s LaVilla neighborhood on this guided walking tour along the Emerald Trail. Discover the stories, landmarks, and cultural legacy that shaped this vibrant community, from its roots as a center of arts and entertainment to its pivotal role in civil rights history. Reserve your spot:…
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VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
633 N. Lee Street 633 N. Lee St, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesThe 7thĀ Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run presented by JTC Running takes runners and walkers along the LaVilla Link and the S-Line Rail Trail Link of the Emerald Trail. Participants will enjoy tree-lined trails, historic parks, restored ponds and two beautiful public art installations. All proceeds from this event benefit Groundwork Jacksonville, the Cityā€™s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek.