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.
Great news.... the Nao Trinidad Tours have been extended! The ship will remain in port through June 9, 2024 with daily tours from 10:00am-7:00pm. Flagship of the famous navigator Ferdinand Magellan, the vessel is a 93-foot replica of the Magellan-Elcano Expedition that led to the first circumnavigation of the Earth, confirming for the first time [...]
St. Augustine History Festival 2024 The St. Augustine History Festival will take place May 8-12, 2024 at several historic locations/venues in downtown St. Augustine. 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. [...]
Join the Tale Tellers of St. Augustine - in collaboration with the St. Augustine Historical Society - for Stories from Florida's Past. When: Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm Where: SAHS Research Library Courtyard (6 Artillery Lane) Featuring Tale Tellers Kathy Kniery, Drew Sappington, Natalie Beltrami, David Fussell, and Kathy Duffy. They'll be telling historical [...]
Drake's Raid & Encampment Drake's Raid Drake's Raid in an annual reenactment of the attack of the land and naval forces of Sir Francis Drake against Spanish San Augustin in June of 1586. What he couldn't steal, he burnt to the ground. Saturday, May 11, 2024 -- 6:00pm-8:00pm The sacking and burning reenactment of town - [...]
Join members of the Historic Florida Militia for the 1586 Timeline Saunter on Friday, May 10, 2024 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The Saunter coincides with Drake's Raid and Encampment; the annual reenactment of the attack of the land and naval forces of Sir Francis Drake against Spanish San Augustin in June of 1586. This is [...]
Mother's Day Weekend Carriage Rides with The Tasting Tours Whether you're savoring a romantic journey for two or inviting friends to join the adventure, immerse yourself in the charm of St. Augustine's historic scenery. It's the perfect setting for a cozy date night or a delightful outing with friends. Carriage, Dessert + Wine = Happy [...]
Come out to Alpine Groves Park on Saturday, May 11, 2024 -- 10:00am-1:00pm for the Bartram Living History Fest! Free and open to all ages. Join St. Johns County Parks & Rec to experience Florida through different historical time periods ... taking you through 1740 to today. Historical performances, local vendors, educators, house tours, and [...]
Before Juneteenth: Emancipation in Florida Mini-Documentary Watch Party + Q & A Join us at LMCC (Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center) on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 3:00pm for the watch party followed by a Q & A. The event is one of several celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement in St. [...]
Join us on one of the Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tours given on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 11:00am-2:00pm. Free of charge to the public. Please Note: Decembers' tours are on the 14th. Learn about the cemetery; feel yourself surrounded by the past of historic St. Augustine. In use as a cemetery from the [...]
There is a Heroes & Patriots Celebration on Memorial Day Weekend - Saturday and Sunday, May 25 & 26, 2024 - at the historic Pena-Peck House. The two-day event is hosted by The Woman's Exchange of St. Augustine. There will be a talk about veterans buried in the St. Augustine National Cemetery as well as [...]
The annual St. Augustine Memorial Day Observance takes place in the city's National Cemetery Monday, May 27, 2024 at 10:00am. The ceremony begins with appropriate music and the march in of massed flags from local veterans’ organizations. The Keynote Speaker to be announced at a later date. Local veterans who have died in the past […]