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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE TO HOST THE 33rd ANNUAL WORLD OF NATIONS CELEBRATION

February 19, 2025
The City of Jacksonville invites residents and visitors alike to experience the 33rd Annual World of Nations Celebration, a premier multicultural festival that showcases the diverse traditions, cuisines, and performances of 35 nations. This year’s event features an expanded footprint, providing attendees with more immersive cultural experiences than ever before.
WHEN:
  • Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, February 23, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tailgaters Parking, 225 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32202
 
TICKETS:
  • Advance Online: $9 + tax & fees (all ages, children 3 and under free)
  • At the Gate: $13 + tax (ages 4-17), $15 + tax (ages 18+)
  • Cashless transactions only – major credit/debit cards and tap-to-pay accepted
  • Purchase online at www.JaxWorldofNations.com
PARKING:
  • Public parking lots open one hour prior to event start each day.
  • ASM-Managed Lots (C, D, J) – $10 per vehicle (cashless).
  • Tailgaters Parking Lots – $10 cash or $13 credit per vehicle
    (Extra Point Lot, Red Zone Lot, Time Out Lot, 1st & 10 Lot).
ROAD CLOSURES:
Due to event operations, the following road closures will be in place:
  • Talleyrand Avenue (Eastbound through Duval Street)
    • Closed Friday, Feb. 21 at 12:00 PM – Reopens Sunday, Feb. 23 at 11:59 PM
  • Bryan Street (from E. Duval Street through E. Adams Street)
    • Closed daily from 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Feb. 21-23)
  • Duval Street (from Talleyrand Avenue through Bryan Street)
    • Closed Saturday, Feb. 22 – Sunday, Feb. 23 from 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS:
This year’s World of Nations Celebration will feature 35 participating nations, including:
Argentina, Bahamas, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, France, Ghana, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Palestine, Republic of Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Spain, Sudan, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Venezuela.
 
For more information, including festival details, maps, and ticketing, visit www.JaxWorldofNations.com.


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About the City of Jacksonville Office of Sports and Entertainment
The City of Jacksonville Office of Sports and Entertainment attracts, hosts and creates opportunities that drive economic impact, accelerate the Jacksonville brand and improve the quality of life and cultural engagement for visitors and residents. Jacksonville hosts hundreds of diverse events each year making Northeast Florida a premier destination with rich tradition and world-class hospitality. For more information, visit events.coj.net.