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.
Colonial Night Watch Events 2023 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2023. Friday and Saturday, December 1 & 2, 2023 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 [...]
Mark your calendars for the Lightner Museum 2023 Holiday Market on Thursday, December 7 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. * Head to the Historic Alcazar swimming pool where you'll be able to shop from a carefully curated selection of over 40 local craftspeople, artisans, and local businesses for all of your festive shopping needs. You're sure to find [...]
Join us at the Castillo de San Marcos on Saturday, December 9, 2023 - from 6:00pm until 8:00pm for the Holiday Open House! Free community event! Experience the Castillo after dark. Park Rangers and volunteers will bring the history of the Castillo to life! Mingle with the soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have served [...]
Stop by the Plaza de la Constitucion on Saturday, December 9, 2023 for the 2d Marine Division Band Holiday Jazz Concert ... starting at 6:30pm. They'll be showcasing many Holiday favorite songs such as "Blue Christmas", "Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow", and "You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch". Sure to entertain [...]
Come out to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Holiday Night Market on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. This special Night Market is sure to get you in a festive spirit. Look for perfect gifts from a variety of local vendors and artists as well as a pop-up shop for St. Augustine Amphitheatre merchandise. Enjoy live [...]
The 33rd annual Tree of Life and Candlelight Services of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Free and open to the public - from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Stephen R. Chapman Family Community Campus. Hosted by Community Hospice & Palliative Care. The event honors the memory of loved ones lost [...]
Join us at the St. Augustine Beach Police Department on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 from 5:30pm-7:30pm for Christmas with Cops and Claus! Fun for the whole family! Free photo with Santa * Goodie Bags * Christmas Music * Arts and Crafts * Fire Truck and Police Vehicles * Christmas Movie * Popcorn * Face Painting [...]
The Veterans Council will be conducting their annual Wreaths Across America Program at 12 noon on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at the St. Augustine National Cemetery. 'For Every Hero, A Stone. For Every Stone, A Wreath' The official program will begin at 12:00pm with a ceremony followed by placement of the wreaths. Guest speaker this year [...]
Rescheduled from December 16 due to the inclement weather, the Vilano Beach Holiday Artisan Market is on Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Head to Vilano Beach Town Center - celebrate local artisans and entrepreneurs! Free Admission! It's a perfect opportunity to get unique and local holiday gifts. Check out the crafts, goods and services [...]
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Services 2023 For your convenience, noted below are a few of the local Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Church Services in St. Augustine. A link has been added to each. Cathedral Basilica 38 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine, FL 32084 December 24, 2023 4:00pm, 6:00pm and Midnight Christmas Eve [...]
St. Johns County is hosting their Annual Christmas "Treecycling" Program for residents wishing to recycle their Christmas trees after the holiday. Trees will be recycled and used as mulch in St. Johns County Parks. Artificial trees are not accepted. Please make sure your trees are free of decorations and debris. Dates|Time: Tuesday, December 26, 2023 […]
New Year's Eve Countdown Stop in Colonial Oak Music Park and join them for their New Year's Eve Countdown! Finish the old year with some great music from the Dewey Via Band. Free admission. Family-friendly. Click event website link for details.
Light Up the NIGHT! New Year's Eve Fireworks Display Head to St. Augustine Beach on December 31, 2023 for Light Up the NIGHT! New Year's Eve Fireworks Display. Fireworks *Shot off from the Pier *Begin at 8:30am *Show is 20 minutes Viewing Locations * St. Augustine Beach Pier Park (Volleyball court area, Splash Park) * […]
Join the Friends of Anastasia on their annual First-Day Cleanup at Anastasia State Park on January 1, 2024 from 8:30am-10:30am. Help start the year off with a healthy beach and a clean park! Suggested items to bring are gloves, comfortable walking shoes, drinking water, bug spray and sunscreen. The park will have buckets and trash pickers […]
Join the City of St. Augustine and St. Johns County for their free Sustainable Recycling Event on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 7:30am-2:30pm. Choose from one or two drop off locations: Francis Field (25 W. Castillo Dr.) - or - Anastasia Island behind the Parks & Rec office (840 West 16th Street). Items for Recycling: […]
Come out to St. Augustine Beach Pier Park for the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market. Live Local! Shop local! Market Hours September through May: 8:00am - 1:00pm June through August: 8:00 am - 12:00pm Quality goods at affordable prices. Learn something new from a farmer, grower or local artist! Vendors include: farms, hot foods and food trucks, […]
Join us at the Cathedral Basilica for the First Friday Art Walk Concert, the first Friday of each month. Enjoy listening to a variety of music in a beautiful setting where the acoustics are great. Free and open to the public. A free-will offering of $10.00 is appreciated. Doors open 5:30pm | Concert begins at […]
Are you a new volunteer at GTM Research Reserve? Have you been to the GTM New Volunteer Orientation at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center? Not yet. Then be sure to check it out ... held the first Friday of the month. Time: 10:00am-11:30am Learn: the GTM NERR program overview | Volunteer Rules & Responsibilities […]