In 1998 the Carnival Organization of Jacksonville, Inc. was originally created as a carnival costume-producing band. After joining the International Caribbean Carnivals Association, the organization expanded to organize the Jacksonville Caribbean Carnival.

Originally known as the Jacksonville Carnival on the Beach, the first event was held on September 13, 2000. The carnival has since taken various forms and has grown significantly, moving to Heming Plaza in 2003 and finally to its current home at Metropolitan Park.

Jacksonville Carnival Dates & Location

The Jacksonville Carnival normally takes place the fourth weekend in October at Metropolitan Park:

Located in downtown Jacksonville on the St. Johns River across from ALLTEL Stadium, the Metropolitan Park is just minutes from I-95.

Jacksonville Carnival Contact Information

For the latest information about Jacksonville Carnival, contact the Carnival Organization of Jacksonville, Inc. (COOJI)

Jacksonville Carnival Trip Planner

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• Downtown Jacksonville
• ALLTEL Stadium

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