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JAX CoinCon is officially becoming **JAX Anchor Fest!** ⚓Same veteran-led energy, same waterfront tradition—now with a name that reflects what this event has grown into: a full community festival alongside the JAX Naval Museum and the legendary USS Orleck.
And in 2026, we’re making it even bigger as we also celebrate **America’s 250th Birthday (the Semiquincentennial)!** ??
? **6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest** (formerly CoinCon)
?️ **Saturday, May 9, 2026**
? **JAX Naval Museum | USS Orleck**
### Here’s what to expect:
✅ Active duty, veteran, and local vendors
? Car Show
? Live Music
? Kids Zone
? Food Trucks
? Challenge Coins, memorabilia, collectibles & apparel
➕ And so much more
? The Car Show will feature awards for:
Best in Show, Best Truck, Best Classic Truck, Best Car, Best Classic Car, and Best Motorcycle
?️ **Bonus:** The first 300 attendees will receive **FREE museum tour tickets** to explore the USS Orleck!
Families can also enjoy bounce houses, balloons, cotton candy, Connect Four, safe axe throwing, coloring stations, and more in our expanded Kids Zone.
? DJ Coconutz will keep the energy going all day long!
Most importantly, **all proceeds benefit Northeast Florida veteran programs.**
Mark your calendar and join us for one of Jacksonville’s biggest veteran and community celebrations of the year! ⚓??
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610 E Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32202
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