2019 FBC JAX Passion Play is coming in April

The 2019 First Baptist Church Passion Play features a choir, cast and orchestra of over 400.  The title of this year’s presentation is “The Well” which tells the story of 4 women's adventure in Jerusalem and the transforming power of encountering Jesus face to face.  You may have seen passion plays before, but there is always something different at FBC: new costumes, stage sets, musical numbers, drama, and other surprises that are breathtaking.  Make a note on your calendar to attend one of the 5 times scheduled this year.

Now entering its 12th year, the FBC Passion Play has become an annual tradition at First Baptist Church, JAX.  The stage production features a choir, cast, and orchestra of more than 400 parishioners.  The Jacksonville Passion Plays amplify the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.  Make plans to come early and enjoy the whole Passion Play experience including: the marketplace, petting zoo, and art show!  All activities are open 1 hour prior to the performance.

Frequently Asked Questions: (see more answers at the end of this article)

Can I purchase a meal before the show?
The dining room is open on Saturday from 11:00-5:30 p.m.  Meals can be purchased ahead of time for $8 HERE or at the door for only $10.

Is childcare available?  Limited childcare is available for infants-3 years of age on Friday and Sunday nights only.  Register online HERE.

Will concessions or merchandise be available & will I be able to purchase the music?  YES!  This year you will have the option of purchasing snacks, merchandise and the Passion Play CD.

2019 FBC JAX Passion Play
DATES:        TIMES:
Fri. Apr. 19      7 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 20      1 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 20      6 p.m.
Sun. Apr. 21      6 p.m.
Mon. Apr. 22      7 p.m.

LOCATION: First Baptist Church
      119 West Beaver St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 356-6077

ADMISSION & PARKING are FREE.  Doors open 1 hour prior to each event.  NB: Some content may be difficult for younger viewers.  Donations/Offerings are always welcomed.   Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings.” - Acts 24:17 (KJV)


Is this event free? Do I need a ticket?  The Passion Play is free, no tickets required! Parking is also free, but there are concessions and merchandise available for purchase.

Where can I park? First Baptist Jacksonville has 4 parking garages all conveniently located on Beaver and Laura street. For a list of garages, visit fbcjax.com/passionplay.  Guest service and security team members will be located in and around garages to help park and navigate the campus. Still have questions?  Learn more on their Jax Passion Play website, and follow their FBC Facebook page.

2018 First Baptist Church Passion Play back in JAX

If you missed it last year, don’t miss this year’s presentation of the “2018 PASSION PLAY” presented by First Baptist Church in downtown Jacksonville, FL.  The play features a choir, cast members, assistants, and an orchestra of numerous instruments.  The 2018 Jacksonville FBC Passion Play will encompass the Easter experience with a story of power, betrayal, redemption and HOPE.  Once again, you will have four opportunities to experience the magnificence of the prelude and Passion of Jesus Christ, the hope of glory.

Now entering its 11th year, the Jacksonville Passion Play has become an annual tradition at First Baptist Church, JAX.  The stage production features more than 400 parishioners as actors, merchants, ushers, greeters and a magnificent set designs team.  The Jacksonville Passion Play celebrates a few stories from the Bible along with some of the life, passion, death, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.

The story of Jesus of Nazareth, told in the Bible, never gets old.  You may have seen this play before, but there is always something different: new costumes, stage sets, musical numbers, drama, and other surprises that are breathtaking.  As in 2017, there will be live animals and Jerusalem scenes throughout the first floor of the church.  You and you guests might desire to come a little earlier for all the festivities, and to mingle with the characters in the downstairs Jerusalem experience.

2018 FBC JAX Passion Play
DATES:         TIMES:
Fri. Mar. 30       7 p.m.
Sat. Mar. 31       1 p.m.
Sat. Mar. 31       6 p.m.
Sun. Apr. 1        6 p.m.

LOCATION: First Baptist Church
      119 West Beaver St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 356-6077

ADMISSION & PARKING are free.  Doors open 1 hour prior to presentation.  NB: Some content may be difficult for younger viewers.  Donations/Offerings are always welcomed.  "And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself." – John 12:32

LUNCH: will be served on Saturday, March 31st. from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  ALL: $8 in advance and $10 at the door.  A limited number of tickets will be available at the door

CHILDCARE: available for Infants – 3 years during Friday and Sunday evening performances by pre-registration. NO CHILDCARE is provided for the Saturday performance.  Click here to pre-register your child for the Friday or Sunday performances.

2017 First Baptist Church Passion Play will be in JAX soon

If you missed it last year, don’t miss this year’s presentation of the “2017 PASSION PLAY” presented by First Baptist Church in downtown Jacksonville, FL.  Featuring a choir, cast, assistants, and an orchestra of more than 400, the 2017.  This year, the Jacksonville Passion Play will encompass the Easter experience with the story of power, of betrayal, redemption and HOPE.  This 2017 season, you will have four opportunities to experience the magnificence of the prelude and Passion of Jesus Christ, the hope of glory.

Now entering its 10th year, the Jacksonville Passion Play has become an annual tradition at First Baptist Church, JAX.  The stage production features more than 400 parishioners including: magnificent set designs, individual singers, a choir, the cast, and a complete orchestra.  The Jacksonville Passion Play celebrates a few stories from the Bible along with some of the life, passion, death, and the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.

The story of Jesus of Nazareth, told in the Bible, never gets old.  You may have seen this play before, but there is always something different: new costumes, stage sets, musical numbers, drama, and other surprises that are breathtaking.  As in 2015, there will be live animals and Jerusalem scenes throughout the first floor of the church.  You and you guests might desire to come a little earlier for all the festivities, and to mingle with the characters.  Take a look at the video to see a little piece of the tremendous 2015 presentation.

2017 JAX Passion Play
DATES:         TIMES:
Fri. Apr. 14       7 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 15       1 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 15       6 p.m.
Sun. Apr. 16        6 p.m.

LOCATION: First Baptist Church
      119 West Beaver St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 356-6077

ADMISSION & PARKING are free.  The doors will be open one hour prior to performance times.  NB: Some content may be difficult for younger viewers.  Donations/Offerings are always welcomed.  "And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself." – John 12:32

LUNCH & DINNER: will be served on Saturday, April 15th from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 4 – 5:30 p.m.  Fried or Herb-Roasted Chicken along with the Fix ‘ins.
  ALL: $8 in advance and $10 at the door

A limited number of tickets will be available at the door

CHILDCARE: available for Infant – 3 years during Friday and Sunday performances by pre-registration. NO CHILDCARE is provided for the Saturday performance.  Click here to pre-register your child for the Friday or Sunday performance.