St. Augustine, the nation's oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation's most charming. Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we've gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
Check out the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Select from a variety of fresh food, artisan goods, flowers, and local art. And, you can also enjoy live entertainment on the Front Porch. Free Admission ** Free parking at The Amp and the Elks Lodge ** No Pets please! The St. Augustine [...]
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine [...]
Join us at Fort Mose on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am and for Militia Muster. Visitors will see the Fort Mose Militia bring the 18th century back to life. Witness the weapons drills, which includes musket firings, and interpretations. Children of all ages are welcome to participate in children’s militia training, including [...]
Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday and Saturday, December 6 & 7, 2024 from 10:00am to 4:00pm -- visit the Colonial Quarter. You'll find a military encampment representing British, Spanish and East Florida Ranger troops. Many accoutrements of [...]
A Celebration of Art & History: Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition Celebrate Art and History through festive holiday displays on the fireplace mantels at The Ximenez-Fatio House! November 23, 2024 - January 18, 2025. Be sure to stop in and check them out! With a theme of '100 Years of Music', you will certainly see [...]
Be sure to check out the Historic Weapons Demonstrations at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument … every week on Saturday and Sunday! Join park staff and volunteers (usually dressed in period garb). Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s gundeck and last approximately 15 minutes. Occasionally, they take place on the grounds outside of [...]
Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024. Also online for those not able to stop in. This vivid display explores a wide range of artistic interpretations and scenes of Florida ... from the plants and animals to the wilderness and waterways to the people [...]
Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain! In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends, photographer Nardo Villaboy and [...]
Come and join us at Armstrong Park on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from Noon to 5:00pm for the Gullah Geechee Heritage Festival. Start your day with the Rails to Trails Bicycle Tour at 9:00am (click event website link for details). Celebrating 450 years of West African influence in St. Johns County! Immerse yourself in authentic [...]
A Classic Theatre presents It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play ... at The Waterworks. About It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play By Joe Landry. Directed by Grace Reed Experience a unique twist on the beloved holiday classic as it is retold in the form of a live 1940s radio [...]
The St. Augustine Beach Pier Park is where you want to be for Surf Illumination 2024 -- December 7 from 4:00pm-7:00pm! This annual, family-favorite event features the lighting of the St. Augustine Beach Christmas tree as well as: Holiday Music * Children’s Activities * Balloon Twister * Arts & Crafts Vendors * And, of course, Santa Claus [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2024-2025 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights November 23, 2024 through January 26, 2025. Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic! Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm). Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned with millions of tiny white lights setting [...]
Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday and Saturday, December 6 & 7, 2024 from 10:00am to 4:00pm -- visit the Colonial Quarter. You'll find a military encampment representing British, Spanish and East Florida Ranger troops. Many accoutrements of [...]