Jacksonville-area events to check out Oct. 23-25, 2026

Halloween celebrations, live music and fall festivals are among the events happening around Jacksonville this weekend. Here’s a day-by-day look at what’s planned.Friday, Oct. 23BOOOval Trunk or Treat — 5-8:30 p.m. in Lot Z at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. DetailsSpooktacular — 6-10 p.m. at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, with timed entry windows of 6-7:30 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Advance tickets are available online. Details and ticketsMusic of the Knights: Elton, McCartney Lloyd Webber — 7:30 p.m. at Jacoby Symphony Hall. The Jacksonville Symphony performs music by Elton John, Paul McCartney and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Tickets and detailsGeorge Wallace — Shows at 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. at the Comedy Zone. Guests must be 21 or older. Tickets and detailsLive Dead Brothers — 7:30 p.m. at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. The band performs music associated with the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers Band. Tickets and detailsFear Circus — 8:30 p.m. at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. Tickets