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.
Join us this Holiday Season for the 14th Annual Villa Zorayda Museum's Candlelight Tours. These special 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 of the art audio guided tour. Victorian and traditional decorations can be [...]
Be sure to stop by the Artisan's Holiday Night Market at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum on Friday, December 1, 2023 -- 4:00pm-8:00pm in the Courtyard. Still need a Christmas gift(s). Here's your opportunity. Featuring local artisans, a children's corner, cider and s’mores bar and more. Family-friendly, free admission. Image used is from Ximenez-Fatio House Museum [...]
Visitors and residents are in for a treat with Snowfall on Spanish Street. Be sure to pass by 44 Spanish Street on select nights for this magical event. The snow show will begin between 6:45pm-7:00pm and will 'fall' for approximately 45 minutes. Snowfall Dates: 2023 December 1, 2 & 3 December 8, 9, & 10 [...]
The annual St. Augustine Christmas Parade in downtown St. Augustine is on Saturday, December 2, 2023. The parade starts at 9:00am by the Mission of Nombre de Dios and continues south on San Marco, turning right on to Cathedral Pl., then onto Cordova St., ending behind the Visitors Center on Castillo Drive. Bring your family [...]
Vilano Holiday Village Vilano Beach will come alive and share in a one-of-a-kind Christmas VIBE with visitors. December 2, 2023 through January 2, 2024 be sure to check out the Vilano Holiday Village. At the center of the festive celebration, will be an 18-foot-tall Christmas Tree. Vilano Holiday Village Festivities Schedule Saturday, December 2, 2023 [...]
Join us for the annual Palm Valley Boat Parade beginning at 6:00pm on Saturday, December 2, 2023. This popular event starts 1 mile South of the Palm Valley Bridge and proceeds North on the Intracoastal Waterway to the last home in Marsh Landing. View the decorated boats from docks, local restaurants, and noted public viewing [...]
Vilano Holiday Village Vilano Beach will come alive and share in a one-of-a-kind Christmas VIBE with visitors. December 2, 2023 through January 2, 2024 be sure to check out the Vilano Holiday Village. At the center of the festive celebration, will be an 18-foot-tall Christmas Tree. Vilano Holiday Village Festivities Schedule Saturday, December 2, 2023 [...]
Be sure to stop by the entrance foyer of The Lightner Museum for the 3rd annual Festival of Trees. Monday through Thursday, December 4-7, 2023. Times: (Tentative) Monday, December 4 -- 9:00pm-5:00pm Tuesday, December 5 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Wednesday, December 6 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday, December 7 -- 9:00am-8:30pm Check out the [...]
Register for Phone Calls from Santa St. Johns County Parks & Rec has teamed up with the North Pole Telephone Company to once again bring you Phone Calls from Santa! Surprise your child with a special treat this Holiday season! Parents with children eight years of age and younger who reside in St. Johns County [...]
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 [...]
