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.
Founder's Day Weekend Plein Air Paint Out Calling all artists and art lovers to the Founder's Day Weekend Plein Air Paint Out in downtown St. Augustine. In celebration of the founding of St. Augustine, the St. Augustine Art Association and the St. Johns Cultural Council are hosting the four-day event. When: September 5-8, 2025 (times [...]
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for Militia Muster at Fort Mose Historic State Park .... 9:30am-11:30am. Visitors will see the Fort Mose Militia bring the 18th century back to life. Witness the weapons drills, which includes musket firings and interpretations. Talk with re-enactors to learn how Fort Mose militia protected St. [...]
Founders Day Commemoration 2025 Join the Historic Florida Militia on Saturday, September 6, 2025 for the 460th annual Founder's Day Commemoration of the founding of the City of St. Augustine by Pedro Menendez de Aviles. The landing by the Spanish took place on September 8, 1565. Activities take place starting at 10:00am at the Mission Nombre [...]
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). Hear history come alive with the boom of cannon or musket fire! Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s gundeck and last [...]
The St. Augustine Art Association (STAAA) Fall Members Show 2025 is on display from September 5-28 -- in-gallery and online. This bi-annual exhibit of STAAA members features a variety of works by emerging, seasoned and professional artists. The artworks encompass a variety of styles, mediums, and subjects. Exhibit Opens: September 5, 2025 during First Friday [...]
Flagler College Department of Visual Art Faculty Exhibition Be sure to stop in the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum to view the exhibition of recent work by full- and part-time fine art and graphic design faculty in the Department of Visual Art. September 5 - November 8, 2025. The exhibit kicks off with an Opening Reception on [...]
2nd Annual Aviles Street Festival Help celebrate Spanish Heritage Month on the oldest street in America! Merchants, museums, galleries, and restaurants along Aviles Street invite you to enjoy fun, food, music, art, and history. When: Friday, September 5, 2025 -- 4:00pm-9:00pm (during First Friday Art Walk) Saturday, September 6, 2025 -- 12:00pm-9:00pm Highlights [...]