Jax Urban Book Fest

Name: Jax Urban Book Fest
Start: 2026-01-24
End: 2026-01-24

The JAX Urban Book Festival (JUBF) is an annual celebration of literature and culture founded by acclaimed author Dr. V Brooks Dunbar, “Dr. V,” and DREAMWEEK INC., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering social progress and community engagement inspired by Dr. King’s vision. Held each January as part of DREAMWEEK JAX, the event showcases Jacksonville, Florida as a vibrant hub for arts, culture, business, and social progress.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

📍 Location: James Weldon Johnson Park, 135 W Monroe Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Visit www.JaxUrbanBookFest.com for all the details!

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Jan 24 2026

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10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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“Wow, the park sure looks better than when I was in office!”

Former Mayor Ed Peyton, July 2025

“This event has a real roots, authentic feel. I felt inspired.”

Hip Hop Patron, February 2023

“Thanks for being an amazing host! The park is beautiful and a part of Jacksonville’s history. Your staff was stellar!”

Event Planners, Diner en Blanc 2022

“I moved to Jacksonville a year ago and have never felt so much community as I did here, tonight.”

JWJ Bday 5K Patron, 2025

“Great event for all of Jax. Love seeing families out and kids having a good time.”

Art in the Park Patron, March 2024

“It’s a nice jewel to sit & enjoy the trees. You can eat, listen to live music & attend weekend events.”

Tiffany Clark, June 2022

“There is so much good happening in that park. The programming – kudos to you. It just looks like a different park these days, doesn’t it? It looks totally different than it used to.”

Melissa Ross, May 18, 2023

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PARK 135 W. Monroe Street • Jax, FL
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PHONE 904-515-5098

PARK 135 W. Monroe Street • Jax, FL
OFFICE 214 N. Hogan Street, Ste. 114 • Jax, FL

EMAIL contact@jwjpark.org
PHONE 904-515-5098