Home » First LGBTQ Bar To Open in Jacksonville in 20 Years! All JacksonvilleFirst LGBTQ Bar To Open in Jacksonville in 20 Years! Jacksonville Welcomes ‘Hardwicks,’ a Vibrant New LGBTQ+ Bar in Downtown Jacksonville. Excitement is buzzing in downtown Jacksonville as the city embraces many new developments including its newest addition – ‘Hardwicks,’ a stylish and inclusive gay bar set to become a hub for the LGBTQ+ community. Boasting stunning decor, a diverse atmosphere, signature cocktails, and a commitment to fostering connections, Hardwicks aims to provide a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy in its venue and Downtown Jacksonville.Gay bars help create vibrant, diverse, and inclusive downtowns. Downtown Jacksonville is being revitalized attracting new visitors and residents which helps create density. Savvy real estate developer Elias Hionides, of the popular development firm, Petra, along with his partners Tim Heal, and Tod Knudson have identified that there’s enough density and demand from the gay community in downtown and its surrounding areas such as the Historic Springfield district, justifying its timely opening in the central core.Built in 1926, the building was designed by famous architect, Taylor Hardwick, where the venue received it name. Hardwick designed many popular sites in Jacksonville including The Jessie, Friendship Fountain, and The Fletcher Building, which is now Corner Lot Center and home, Fun To Watch, and the popular rooftop bar and restaurant, River & Post Please leave this field emptyMAJOR DEVELOPMENTS:Subscribe: We don’t spam! Only the good stuff.Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Justin SenaJustin Sena is a television producer turned media entrepreneur and founder of Fun To Watch, an award-winning production company based in Jacksonville, Florida. After 15 years producing major shows like The Bachelor, The Amazing Race, and America’s Next Top Model, Justin relocated from Los Angeles to Florida in 2022 to bring high-performance media to brands, cities, and real estate developers. He also launched www.TheDevelopmentNetwork.com which includes DevelopJax | DevelopJacksonville.com, a fast-growing digital platform spotlighting Jacksonville’s growth, development, and business scene. Whether creating national campaigns or telling local stories, Justin blends sharp digital strategy with cinematic storytelling to move audiences and markets alike. Share This Previous ArticleJacksonville Jaguars accepting bids for their new Stadium Next ArticleFlying Iguana Coming to San Marco November 15, 2023