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.
History of Anastasia State Park Have you ever been curious about Anastasia State Park? Come and join a Park Ranger and get a new perspective ... learn about the history of the park and the surrounding area. Please meet at the Anastasia Watersports building. When: Friday, December 20, 2024 -- 9:00am-10:00am Park Entrance Fee Applies: [...]
Join Will from SJC Parks & Rec for a leisurely Bike Ride Tour and learn the history of Hastings and Armstrong. Meet at the Cora C. Harrison Preserve in Hastings. From there, participants will bike to Armstrong and back on a paved bike path. Date | Time: Friday, December 20, 2024 | 9:30am-12:30pm -- All [...]
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! On display, November 23, 2024 - January 18, 2025. The Ximenez-Fatio House partners with the St. Augustine Art Association and area musicians to bring this special event. With [...]
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 - Amado "Favila" González [...]
Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]
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 [...]
Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday season for their 15th Annual Candlelight Tours. These special tours are on select evenings during St. Augustine's 'Nights of Lights' Celebration. Over 100 candles can be found aglow throughout the Museum as you take the state of the art audio guided tour. Victorian and [...]
Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other! Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]
Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic! Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]
Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy! Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away! Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]
Enjoy performances of The Nutcracker by the St. Augustine Ballet at Lewis Auditorium. A Holiday favorite, this timeless classic features local dance students, professional guest artists, and community "celebrities". The Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King, Clara, Uncle Drosselmeyer and all the Nutcracker characters will be on stage this holiday season to thrill and delight [...]
Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday season for their 15th Annual Candlelight Tours. These special tours are on select evenings during St. Augustine's 'Nights of Lights' Celebration. Over 100 candles can be found aglow throughout the Museum as you take the state of the art audio guided tour. Victorian and [...]
Venardos Circus at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Venardos Circus returns to perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre from December 19, 2024 – January 5, 2025. This year is their 10th Anniversary edition and they will celebrate a 'Decade of Dreams' under the big top with a magical, exhilarating experience for guests. The circus is traveling [...]
While you're in downtown St. Augustine, stop by and listen to the Music at Colonial Oak Music Park. You'll hear anything from country to blues to funk to folk to rock 'n roll. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights - with Thursday usually being Country Night - from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Sunday is 6:00pm-10:00pm. Some weekends the music [...]
Come one, come all ... Christmas Cabaret is at the Limelight Theatre! Showcasing the talent that's throughout NorthEast Florida! Music direction by Jeff Dodd. Concert Information December 12-15, 2024 -- performances of classic Christmas songs December 19-22, 2024 -- performances of modern Christmas songs Performance Times: Thursday – Saturday @ 7:30pm | Sunday Matinee @ [...]
Apex Theatre Studio Presents It's A Wonderful Life: a live radio play ... at the Backyard Stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of [...]