Jacksonville Quiltfest returns Sept. 17-19 with 420 quilts and veterans tribute
The 39th annual Jacksonville QuiltFest will run Sept. 17-19 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, drawing about 420 quilts, more than 50 vendors and special exhibits. The show will also include a presentation of quilts to 10 veterans and activities tied to quilting, charity and the region’s quilting community.
Why it matters: - Jacksonville QuiltFest is one of the area’s largest quilting events, combining a judged show, industry vendors and community outreach. - The 2026 event also ties into the nation’s 250th birthday with patriotic and Quilts of Valor programming. - The show gives local quilters, veterans and nonprofit partners a public venue for recognition, sales and participation.
What happened: - The 39th annual Jacksonville QuiltFest is set for Sept. 17-19, 2026, at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, Florida. - Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. - The show theme is “Give Piece a Chance.” - QuiltFest, Inc. is promoting the event and directing attendees to the event website for details.
The details: - About 420 quilts will be on display. - More than 50 quilting-related vendors will be on site. - The event will feature TRIO, a SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Association) exhibit. - TRIO reflects the partnership among SAQA’s three states: Florida, Georgia and South Carolina. - The exhibit also explores artists’ interpretations of “three” through structure, rhythm or narrative. - Patriotic quilts and Quilts of Valor entries are being especially welcomed. - A presentation of quilts to 10 veterans is scheduled for Friday afternoon. - Attendees will be able to purchase quilts and try a longarm machine. - The show will also include heart-stuffing for cardiac patients at local hospitals, quilt-block sewing, sewing-machine demos and a selfie booth. - A silent auction will support “V is Victory,” a nonprofit that provides services to cancer patients.
Between the lines: - The event blends exhibition, education and hands-on participation, which helps broaden its appeal beyond dedicated quilters. - The veteran tribute and charity tie-ins suggest QuiltFest is positioning itself as both a craft show and a community fundraiser. - QuiltFest, Inc. says its mission is to preserve quilting heritage, share information and inspiration, and maintain high standards in quilting and related arts. - QuiltFest, Inc. is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization made up of the seven sister guilds in the Jacksonville area.
What's next: - Organizers are directing interested attendees to the website, by phone at 904-742-4716 or by email at ginnyleew@gmail.com. - The show opens Sept. 17 and runs through Sept. 19. - Additional updates and event details are expected through QuiltFest’s website and social channels.
The bottom line: - Jacksonville QuiltFest is returning with a large quilt lineup, a major vendor presence and a strong community-service angle.
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