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Romanza Festivale 2026
2026-05-07 18:00, 2026-05-08 18:00, 2026-05-09 18:00, 2026-05-10 18:00, 2026-05-11 18:00, 2026-05-12 18:00, 2026-05-13 18:00, 2026-05-14 18:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Downtown St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Romanza Festivale of Music and The Arts 2026
It’s time for the annual Romanza Festivale of Music and The Arts! Comprised of over 40 headline and partner events featuring music, dance, visual arts, theatre, spoken word, and more at several locations throughout St. Augustine. And … best of all … most events are Free!
When: May 1-17, 2026 — times vary by day/event
The Festivale showcases productions by dozens of talented Arts and Cultural non-profit organizations.
Headliners (to be announced)
You can find all sorts of details … including a full list of events and venues … by clicking the event website link. Information will be updated as it becomes available.

Stories of American Veterans Exhibit
2026-05-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-19 08:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | eFRAME Gallery, 200 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 32084, United States
Stories of American Veterans Exhibit
What better time to recognize our country’s servicemen and women than when the United States Army, Navy, and Marines celebrate their 250th anniversaries in 2025. And, as the United States nears its’ 250th anniversary in 2026!
The St. Johns Cultural Council and St. Johns County have expanded the Art in Public Spaces program to include the Health & Human Services Building. And, with that expansion, begins an opportunity for photographers to capture the image of Veterans.
Local, regional, and national artists were invited to submit up to three of their original photos featuring a veteran and an American flag. A jury then selected 25 works for Stories of American Veterans to be displayed. VFW Post 2391 and member Rick McAllister (writer, photographer, and Vietnam Combat Veteran) reached out to the St. Johns Cultural Council with the idea.
Where: reFRAME Gallery – St. Johns County Health & Human Services Building
When: Monday-Friday, November 20, 2025 – November 12, 2026
Click the event website link for additional information and to view the catalog of works.

St. Augustine History Festival 2026
2026-05-08 10:30, 2026-05-09 10:30, 2026-05-10 10:30 | FL
St. Augustine History Festival 2026
Calling all history buffs … and everyone else … the St. Augustine History Festival will take place May 6-10, 2026. Events are held at several historic locations/venues in St. Augustine. Those includes Historic Sites, Houses of Worship, Historic Gardens, and Historic Cemeteries.
The festival was created and conceived by UFHSA (University of Florida Historic St. Augustine, Inc.) and the Lastinger Family Foundation for the purpose of generating excitement about the history of America’s oldest city.
St. Augustine has a long and storied past…from its’ founding in 1565 and on. The goal of the Festival is to showcase every era through Special Events and Historic Venues.
Special Events (in the works — keep checking back)

GTM Family Seining
2026-05-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Guana Dam, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra, FL, 32082, United States
Join GTM Research Reserve staff and/or volunteers on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a guided Family Seining activity. Please meet at the Guana Dam Recreational Area 15 minutes prior.
Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life. You’ll learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake.
All necessary gear including waders and boots will be provided.
Be sure to bring your insect repellent, sunscreen, reusable water bottle (can be refilled onsite) and hat … and wear appropriate clothing for outdoors. You might want to bring your binoculars and/or camera as well.
Space is limited! Reserve a spot online by clicking on the event website link.
The event is free; however, there is a $3 per vehicle parking fee.

Plant Sale at Washington Oaks
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd. , Palm Coast, FL, 32137, United States
Second Saturday Plant Sale at Washington Oaks
Attention all plant lovers …. head to the Plant Sale at Washington Oak Gardens State Park. The sale features a selection of flowers, plants, and bushes for your home, patio, or garden.
When: second Saturday of the month — 10:00am-1:00pm
Each month a few new plants will be showcased. You might even find Florida Natives among the selections on the plant benches. A portion of the plants were propagated and grown in the park.
Please bring cash if possible to speed up the payment process. And, if you have reusable bags or containers, please bring them as well to take your new plants home in.
All proceeds benefit the park for enhancement of current and new facilities.
Park Entrance Fee applies:
$5.00 per vehicle (2-8 people per vehicle)
$4.00 per single-occupant vehicle
For all additional information, click event website link or call (386) 446-6783.
*Please Note: Plant sales can be cancelled or rescheduled without notice. They can be impacted by weather, park maintenance projects, and natural or manmade causes. Please call before coming to the park to be sure the plant sale is still on track; 386-446-6780.

Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Lohman Auditorium at Whitney Lab, 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
2025-2026 Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series
Join us at Whitney Laboratory for Marine Studies for the Free public lecture series. Presentations are on current science topics plus subjects from ongoing research programs at the lab. Speakers are recognized experts in their fields who welcome questions and discussion.
When: 2nd Thursday of Month — 6:00pm-7:00pm || Fall — September-December / Summer — January-May
The lectures are free as well as parking. No reservations are necessary … just show up.
Online options are also available.
Click on the event website link for all additional details.

GTM Beach Exploration
2026-05-16 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach,, FL, 32082, United States
Join GTM Research Reserve docents for a Beach Exploration walk the entire family will enjoy. A “Beaches 101” experience, you’ll learn about the animals that call the beach home while collecting seashells and sharks teeth.
When: 3rd Saturday of the month | 9:00am-11:00am
The hike begins at the GTM Visitor Center where you will learn about the different habitats on GTM’s beautiful seashore. The group will then walk across the street to the beach for this salty adventure!
After the walk, you can come back to the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, enjoy our many miles of trails, or spend the day on the beach!
The event is free. However, be sure to click on the event website link to reserve your spot! Registration is required.
No fee for parking in front of the Visitor Center.

Vilano Beach Artisan Market
2026-05-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Vilano Beach Main Street, 101 Vilano Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of the month for the Vilano Beach Artisan Market … 4:00pm-8:00pm! Celebrate local artisans and entrepreneurs!
The Artisan Market is set up at 101 Vilano Road making the market more spacious for everyone.
Check out the crafts, goods and services offered by local entrepreneurs. Find some of the most unique and cool items from local favorites … from handmade jewelry, handcrafted bags, local baked goods and so much more! Vendors vary each month and can include everything from local honey to macrame to jewelry to high-tech lights for private docks.
Come out and CATCH THE VIBE!

Car Club Cruise-In
2026-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 Dixie Hwy., St Augustine, 32086, United States
Come check out the vehicles at the monthly St. Augustine Car Club Cruise-In. Open to the public and all local car clubs! Show your “collector” vehicle. All makes, models, and years of cars and trucks are welcome. Or, just stop by and enjoy the vehicles and music.
Where: Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine
When: 3rd Saturday of the month – January through November (no December) | 5:00pm-7:00pm (4:00pm-6:00pm during ‘dark’ months).
Fun, fun, fun! Music, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing.

Gamble Rogers Concert Series
2026-05-16 19:00 | The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Avenue, St.Augustine, 32084
Live from The Waterworks – Gamble Rogers Concert Series 2025-2026
These monthly concerts at The Waterworks celebrate the legendary recording artist Gamble Rogers, whose balladry and storytelling shaped American folk music. They feature a variety of talented musicians from across the country (regional or national headliners) as well as a rising YoungFolk opener.
Performance Schedule
October 18, 2025 — The New 76ers
November 22, 2025 — Jordan Tice
December 20, 2025 — A Guitar Outlaw Christmas
January 17, 2026 — Robert Bowlin & Wil Maring
February 21, 2026 — Sunny War
March 21, 2026 — Pat Bergeson & Bruce Forman
April is the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival at the SJC Fairgrounds
May 16, 2026 — Walter Parks
June 20, 2026 — Guy Davis
Doors Open at 6:30 | Show at 7:00pm
Libations available for purchase.
Ticket Information
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 26, at 10:00am. There are only 120 seats per show … so, tickets will go fast!
General Admission: $30.00 | VIP (front of house seating): $40.00
Click the event website link to purchase your tickets and for all additional information.
Presented in partnership with The St. Johns Cultural Council.
