CRC Entertainment
Entertainment & Hospitality
ASHRAE Region XII CRC 2026 · August 5–8, Jacksonville, FL
Beyond the conference sessions, there's plenty to see and do in Jacksonville and the surrounding area. We're organizing group activities for attendees and guests — details and booking links will be posted as they are confirmed.
Tours
Downtown Jacksonville Walking Tour
[Description TBD — e.g., guided walking tour of historic downtown, murals, Riverwalk]
Date: TBD | Duration: TBD | Cost: TBD
River cruise
St. Johns River Cruise
[Description TBD — e.g., evening cruise departing from the downtown riverfront with appetizers and drinks]
Date: TBD | Departure: TBD | Cost: TBD
Capacity: TBD
Water Activities in Jacksonville | Jacksonville Boat Tours on TripAdvisor
St. Augustine excursion
Day Trip to St. Augustine
America's oldest city is just ~45 minutes south of Jacksonville. Explore the Castillo de San Marcos, stroll St. George Street, visit Flagler College, and wander the historic district.
Date: TBD | Departure: TBD | Cost: TBD
Transportation: TBD
Visit St. Augustine | Castillo de San Marcos (NPS) | Things to Do
Explore the Jacksonville area
All within ~45 minutes of the Hyatt Regency Downtown. Great options for free time, companions, and extended stays.
📍 View all 30 attractions on the interactive map →
Beaches & outdoors
| 1. Jacksonville Beach | Info |
| 2. Atlantic Beach | Info |
| 3. Neptune Beach | Info |
| 4. Ponte Vedra Beach | Info |
| 5. Amelia Island / Fernandina Beach (~35 min) | Info |
| 6. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park | Info |
| 7. Big Talbot Island State Park (Boneyard Beach) | Info |
| 8. Little Talbot Island State Park | Info |
| 9. Fort George Island Cultural State Park | Info |
| 10. Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens | Info |
Family & wildlife
| 11. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens | Info |
| 12. Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary | Info |
| 13. Museum of Science & History (MOSH) | Info |
| 14. Tree Hill Nature Center | Info |
| 15. The Escape Game (St. Johns Town Center) | Info |
Arts & culture
| 16. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens | Info |
| 17. Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) | Info |
| 18. Florida Theatre (live shows) | Info |
| 19. Chamblin Bookmine (massive independent bookstore) | Info |
| 20. Riverside Arts Market (Sat mornings) | Info |
Sports & recreation
| 21. EverBank Stadium (Jaguars / stadium tours) | Info |
| 22. Fishing | Info |
| 23. TPC Sawgrass / PGA Tour HQ (Ponte Vedra, ~30 min) | Info |
| 24. Surfing & paddleboarding (Jax Beach) | Info |
| 25. Kayaking | Info |
Food, drink & neighborhoods
| 26. San Marco neighborhood (dining & shops) | Info |
| 27. Riverside / Avondale (Five Points, local dining) | Info |
| 28. Jacksonville craft breweries | Info |
| 29. St. Johns Town Center (shopping & dining) | Info |
| 30. Jacksonville Riverwalk (walking/biking from hotel) | Info |
For a full guide to Jacksonville attractions, visit visitjacksonville.com.
Contact Matthew Furlong, Adam Cioffi, Scott Northcut, or Ben Wilder.
Email [email protected] for more information.
