News Summary
The annual 904 Day celebration in Northeast Florida will take place on September 4, 2025, to honor local culture, community spirit, and contributions. Mayor Donna Deegan will proclaim this day during the 904ward’s breakfast event, emphasizing community involvement. Various local businesses and nonprofits will showcase their contributions, with highlights including the Garden Club’s Evening in the Garden and activities across the region to engage residents and visitors.
Jacksonville – The annual 904 Day celebration is set for Thursday, September 4, 2025, across Northeast Florida. This event celebrates the vibrant culture, community spirit, and local contributions of those who reside within the 904 area code, which spans a region from Fernandina Beach to St. Augustine and includes Downtown Jacksonville and surrounding counties.
The City of Jacksonville, under the leadership of Mayor Donna Deegan, will officially proclaim September 4, 2025, as 904 Day. The proclamation will be presented during the annual 904ward’s 904 Day Breakfast, marking a significant moment in the day’s festivities. This proclamation aims to emphasize the importance of community involvement and the celebration of local achievements.
Local businesses and nonprofits are invited to take part by showcasing their unique contributions to the region on this day. In support, local nonprofits are making preparations to foster community engagement and collective growth through various activities.
Highlights of the event include the Garden Club of Jacksonville hosting its inaugural Evening in the Garden event. This gathering is designed to promote local vendors and provide refreshments and entertainment—all sourced from the 904 area. It emphasizes a focus on creating community spaces that encourage collaboration and cultural exchange.
Throughout the region, various events are planned to engage residents and visitors alike. Notable activities include:
- The Ritz Theatre and Museum’s Uptown Market for 904 Pride
- Special programming at the Orange Park Mall
- Free Yoga sessions at Friendship Fountain, hosted by JaxParks
904 Day has gained traction as a grassroots movement over recent years, promoting the hashtag #904Day on social media to further encourage community participation. In 2021, a concerted effort was made to amplify the celebration, led by multiple organizations including the City of Jacksonville.
An interactive website has been developed to provide residents with valuable information about the celebration. The site features an interactive map of events, blog posts from community partners, and a free digital toolkit that offers resources for individuals and organizations planning to celebrate 904 Day.
Residents are encouraged to actively engage with the celebration by tagging their social media posts with the #904Day hashtag, fostering a sense of community online as well as offline.
The historical significance of the 904 area code is closely tied to Jacksonville’s identity. According to the latest U.S. Census data, the city has seen a population growth of nearly 130,000 residents in the past decade, highlighting the expansion and evolution of the community.
904 Day not only celebrates the local culture but also encourages support for local businesses and programs, aiming to enhance community pride. The Garden Club of Jacksonville emphasizes its commitment to cultivating this pride while supporting local artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.
As the momentum for 904 Day builds, residents can look forward to a day filled with engaging activities, collaboration, and a collective celebration of the Northeast Florida community.
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Additional Resources
- 904 Happy Hour: 904 Day Returns
- Wikipedia: Jacksonville, Florida
- Jacksonville.com: 904 Day Events
- Google Search: 904 Day Jacksonville
- News4Jax: Celebrate 904 Day
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Jacksonville, Florida
- Visit Jacksonville: 904 Day Events
- Google News: 904 Day Events
- Jax Daily Record: 904 Day Focus
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