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The Florida Theatre

Theater and Concert Hall

Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville

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The Florida Theatre

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Ranked #2 for performing arts venues in Jacksonville
"The Balcony is the best spot in the building."(7 Tips)
"Beautiful nostalgic venue with architectural details"(2 Tips)
"Beautiful, intimate venue"(3 Tips)
"1956 Elvis Presley"(2 Tips)

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Jeff S.August 19, 2017
The Florida Theatre is a historical venue that opened to the public in 1927. It's one of the best places to go see a show or concert. It evokes memories of a bygone era. Great atmosphere!
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Denise WilliamsMarch 15, 2015
I attended an event here last December (2014). Beautiful nostalgic venue with architectural details so intriguing that I found myself photographing the interior. Loved it! Very intimate setting..
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Hotel IndigoAugust 13, 2013
The historic stage was once home to vaudeville; today it hosts 200 performances annually that range from classical and pop to country and the blues, as well as ballet, opera and lectures.
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LizJanuary 18, 2014
The volunteers and staff here are the best. Make sure you show up early/on time for your show to prevent doing the seat shuffle and annoying those around you.
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The Capital GrilleJuly 26, 2013
Prime seating is in the first four rows of the balcony, called the loge, which still holds the theatre's original gold upholstered seats from 1927.
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deborah gendvroSeptember 15, 2015
Seriously, one of the best places to see a concert. There are no bad seats, great acoustics, very intimate.
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Bethany WalkerFebruary 2, 2015
Been here many times! Go with mezzanine seating if you can! Or balcony seating above it... sitting on the floor usually doesn't allow much of a view.
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Sarah NixonOctober 28, 2016
Really pretty venue for a concert but be careful w balcony seats! If the artist goes out into the crowd you can't see anything!
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AIA FloridaFebruary 28, 2012
You are at one of Florida’s Top 100 buildings. To vote the Florida Theatre Building as the number one building in Florida visit www.aiaflatop100.org. Voting is open from March 5 - April 9, 2012.
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HISTORYAugust 17, 2010
The Florida Theatre originally opened to the public in 1927 as Jacksonville’s 15th largest movie theatre. 1956 Elvis Presley played one if his first headlining concerts on an indoor stage here.
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Lavonda CameliaDecember 24, 2015
It provides a great atmosphere for concerts.
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Duval TattedBabiDecember 20, 2013
Dave Chapelle is the man! I laughed so hard and had a very good time tonight! The Florida theater was nice!
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Heidi WebbOctober 2, 2014
Lots of secret ladies room on second floor... Don't just get on the line. Look around there's more than one!
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Marie PittsJune 30, 2013
Margaret Cho is a definite never miss show and the theatre service and facility are super fantastic!!!
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Gavin HarperNovember 13, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Neat place to see concerts, plays and other events.
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Patrick RobbinsFebruary 14, 2013
Wonderful venue! Highly recommend ESP if grace potter in town!
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Andy BoehmeMarch 18, 2014
Not a bad seat in the house. There was a sound issue that needs to be addressed.
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Joe JApril 30, 2014
Great venue for live music.
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Dan DawsonDecember 20, 2013
Amazing place to see a show!
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Kevin LillyDecember 31, 2013
Gorgeous venue... Mofro and Gregg Allman will be amazing tonight!
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Brad JarmonSeptember 7, 2014
Balcony center section, good seats
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Shaena SilvestriNovember 21, 2014
Beautiful, intimate venue
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Abby ChampionMarch 10, 2013
So excited for the "1964 The Tribute" showcasing the songs of "The Beatles"!!!
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Judith HarmJune 12, 2014
Derek and Julianne Hough...should be great in this beautiful theater...
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Renee JonasNovember 30, 2013
These seats are seriously small. Seriously. I'm only 5'6 and my knees are busting the seat in front of me.
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Gary MillsAugust 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Be sure to catch one of the Summer Movie Classics from the balcony.
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Brittany NNovember 7, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Great Venue - not a bad seat in the house!
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Roxie BaileyJune 29, 2013
Come early stairs are steep!
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Breanna HalesSeptember 26, 2013
Bring a jacket or you will freeze to death
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Vicki ChampionJanuary 17, 2014
ABBA......great memories!!!
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TJ PATTERSONOctober 13, 2011
The Balcony is the best spot in the building.
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Visit_JaxApril 26, 2010
The Florida Theatre opened in 1927 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Read more
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Julie HammackApril 5, 2019
Been here 50+ times
Boney James!
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Stacie ChandlerAugust 17, 2014
Beautiful venue!
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sheterra sandersSeptember 4, 2015
Its so beautiful here!
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Obie CaldasAugust 11, 2012
Great nostalgic venue
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Sherry NicolsOctober 19, 2013
The Jewel of downtown Jax!!!!
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PatrickJune 9, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Check out the summer classic movies on Sundays.
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Hannah TaylorAugust 9, 2014
Elvis Anniversary Bash!!!
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Phil JonesDecember 13, 2012
Free wifi :)
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Tresa CalfeeMarch 22, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Cash is King!
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Gary MillsJuly 8, 2012
Been here 5+ times
"The balcony is for lovers."
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LP @lpbeatsMarch 30, 2013
Follow me @Lpbeats
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Downer JagFanJuly 16, 2014
Bad seat in the house? No.
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