JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. - Deck the Chairs at Jacksonville Beach is back and will light for the public Wednesday, Nov. 27.

What started as a way to "fill the void" during the Beaches winter holiday season, has grown into an event that averages more than 100,000 annual visitors.

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The free, six-week holiday event features more than 70 lifeguard chair exhibits decorated by the community. Its purpose is to promote children's arts and arts education.

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The lights will be officially turned on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

Opening Night will include:

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The exhibit will light nightly from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. and will run until Jan. 1, 2025.

For the full 2024 schedule of events click here

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