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.
Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops in St. Augustine for the 2025 Holiday season ... offering families a magical Christmas experience. When: Now through December 24, 2025 | Sunday 10:00am-7:00pm & Monday-Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm Guests can enjoy a Free 4x6 studio-quality photo with Santa, plus holiday crafts, games and activities for all ages. Kids [...]
The Christmas Market St. Augustine A must-do to add to your list, be sure to stop by The Christmas Market St. Augustine at The Colonial Quarter. Fun for the entire family! The holiday-themed, one-of-a-kind interactive market offering a wide array of Vendors, Live Entertainment, Winter Festivities, Kids' activities, Santa, and more. This year there will [...]
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead St. Augustine’s ultimate Christmas Experience returns to Ancient City Farmstead! Head to this holiday spectacle so packed with family fun that you’re liable to find yourself on the naughty list! When: Weekends - November 28-December 21, 2025 || Fridays -- 5:00pm-9:00pm | Saturdays and Sundays -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Christmas Wonderland [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2025-2026 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights Celebration! This year starting on Saturday, November 15, 2025 through Sunday, January 11, 2026. Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm). Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic! Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned [...]
Villa Zorayda Museum's Candlelight Tours Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday season for their 16th Annual Candlelight Tours! These special, self-guided historic audio 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 [...]
Enjoy performances of the Holiday classic The Nutcracker by the St. Augustine Ballet! Featuring 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 you. Director Luis Abella Performance Dates [...]
Join us at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall when Apex Theatre presents A Christmas Carol ... sponsored by Friends of Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Focusing on Dickens' powerful language, humor and warmth, this charming version of A Christmas Carol simply and directly tells the story of the redemption of a human soul. The play follows [...]
Venardos Circus at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Venardos Circus returns to perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre from December 18, 2025 – January 4, 2026. This year they will celebrate a 'Far and Beyond' under the big top with a magical, exhilarating experience for guests. The circus is traveling with a custom-crafted, Italian-made, red-and-white striped [...]
While you're in downtown St. Augustine in December, stop in 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. Free Admission for most events — with the exception of ticketed events. Family-friendly. 7:00pm-10:00pm — Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights [...]
Performances of the beloved musical Annie are at Limelight Theatre December 5-21, 2025. About Annie Book by Thomas Meehan Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin Original Broadway Production by Martin Charnin Directed by Jonny O'Leary The musical is about Annie - an optimistic orphan who captures hearts (and maybe even saves a billionaire). [...]
Drag Queen-a-Palooza - Holiday Edition Celebrate the rainbow community ... and the holiday season ... with Karrissa T. Wade and her Queens! Dare to be dazzled by the most fabulous extravaganza in St. Augustine. Welcome to Drag Queen-a-Palooza—where fantasy becomes reality and every act brings love, laughter, and a reminder to live your truth. Drag [...]