Patriotic Picnic: Commemorating America's 250th Anniversary
Schedule
Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
12447 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32223 | Orange Park, FL
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Celebrate the Nation's 250th Anniversary with the Mandarin Community Club!Join your neighbors at the Mandarin Community Club’s Patriotic Picnic, a heartfelt community celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary. This special event will take place on Flag Day, Sunday, June 14th, from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM, under the shade of our majestic ancient oak trees — some of which have stood nearly as long as the nation itself.
The picnic will be held in the charming, covered Harriet Beecher Stowe Pavilion, modeled after the historic home style of the famous American author who spent her winters right here in Mandarin in the late 1800s. It’s the perfect setting for a true old-fashioned American gathering.
What’s Happening at the Picnic?
-A Star-Spangled Spread: Enjoy “All-American” classics like delicious fried chicken generously provided by Metro Diner Mandarin, Mac n Cheese from Mandarin Chick-fil-A, Potato Salad from Mandarin Beach Diner, along with hot dogs and other favorite picnic foods prepared by the Mandarin Community Club Board.
-Blue Bamboo’s Award-Winning Mandarin Orange Cake: Chef Dennis Chan will present his famous cake in a special patriotic edition, a sweet treat you won’t want to miss!
-Live Entertainment: Theatre Troupe 1776, the MCC’s in-house guest theatre company, will perform rousing patriotic songs for the crowd.
-Color Guard Presentation: The Jacksonville Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (the largest and oldest chapter in Florida) will proudly present the colors.
Interactive Fun for All Ages
-Sign the Declaration: Take your turn signing a replica of the Declaration of Independence and renew your personal commitment to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” for the next 250 years.
-Interactive Reading of the Declaration: Don’t miss the highlight of the day! An energetic, interactive reading of the famous document led by Thomas Jefferson himself! Guests are encouraged to boo loudly during the list of grievances against the King, just as colonists would have done in 1776.
-“We The People’s Choice” Pie Contest: Club Members can sign up to bring their best homemade pie to enter! Attendees will taste and vote for their favorites. Winners receive ultimate bragging rights, a beautiful ribbon, and an Amazon gift card.
Ticket Information & Special Member Perks
General admission tickets are just $17.76 per person, a patriotic price in honor of 1776! Kids 5 and under attend FREE. RSVPS are encouraged for crowd anticipation and tickets can be purchased in advanced or at the event.
Every ticket purchased includes one entry into our exciting prize drawing, where you can win special items from the official U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission (America 250), including an official America 250 Betsy Ross Flag.
Club Members receive additional prize drawing tickets and tokens for the Pie Contest voting for free — just visit the Check-In Membership Table!
This community picnic is the perfect opportunity to celebrate our nation’s birthday while strengthening our historic non-profit, which has served our area for over 100 years. Members are encouraged to invite friends and family to join them at the picnic and become a member of the Mandarin Community Club themselves!
Join Us!
The event welcomes friends and family of all ages. We encourage everyone to wear their best red, white, and blue outfits to add to the festive spirit.
Come make memories under the ancient oaks, enjoy great food, music, and patriotic fun, and help us launch America’s next 250 years with pride and joy!
Date: Sunday, June 14th (Flag Day)
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Mandarin Community Club – Stowe Pavilion
For more information or to purchase tickets, click the link in the event page or contact us directly.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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Where is it happening?
12447 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32223, 12447 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223-1816, United States, Orange ParkEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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