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.
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 [...]
Stop in and listen to Music at Colonial Oak Music Park. Free Admission. Family-friendly. Daily January 1 through 6! Then back to Thursday - Saturday, 7:00pm-10:00pm. You'll hear anything from blues to folk to funk and more from diverse musical acts. Performers include Josh Tennessee Worthy Ensemble, Bret Blackshear and Cam Wheaton, Kyra Livingston & [...]
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, [...]
First Friday Art Walk Join us rain or shine for First Friday Art Walk in St. Augustine! Galleries open their doors from 5:00pm-9:00pm so you can check out the newest art exhibits while enjoying refreshments and live entertainment. Most galleries are within walking distance of each other. Some are a short ride away over the [...]
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 [...]
Join us at Fort Mose on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am and for Militia Muster. Visitors will see the Fort Mose Militia bring the 18th century back to life. Witness the weapons drills, which includes musket firings, and interpretations. Children of all ages are welcome to participate in children’s militia training, including [...]
Join Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia on Friday, January 12, 2024 for Treasures of the Beach, an engaging walk/talk about the amazing treasures you can find at the beach. Where | When: Mussallem Beachfront Park / Beach Walkover | 2:00pm-3:00pm Our beaches are constantly changing and bringing new items up for us to see. Shells, sea [...]
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. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake. Collect species of fish, crabs and other marine life. Learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake. All [...]
Join the Friends of Washington Oaks for the Plant Sale at Washington Oaks from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Held the second Saturday of the month. The plant sale features a selection of flowers, plants, and bushes for your home, patio, or garden. Each month, a few new plants will be showcased. You might even find Florida Natives [...]
Join members of the Historic Florida Militia for a Historic Timeline Saunter from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Usually on the second Saturday of the month. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about St. Augustine's history and to pose for pictures. Historically clad re-enactors "saunter" down St. George Street and the historic area in St. Augustine […]
The City of St. Augustine's Annual Arbor Day Ceremony will take place on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 11:00am at at Davenport Park, adjacent to the SJC Main Library, located at W. San Carlos. City Commissioner Barbara Blonder will offer a special recognition to long-time resident and community volunteer, Gina Burrell, in appreciation for her […]
Start the new year off right at the county-wide Trash Bash Beach Cleanup! Friday, January 19, 2024 from 1:00pm-4:00pm! St. Johns County Solid Waste Division is partnering with other departments and local organizations to host the event. You can help remove litter and debris from one of the beach locations listed below: *Mickler's Landing - […]
Join us on Saturday, January 20, 2024 for the 44th Annual Matanzas 5000. Hosted by the Ancient City Road Runners. And, at 9:00am ... the 2024 Matanzas Fun Run for ages 13 and under. Florida's fastest 5K on a USATF-certified course through scenic, historic St. Augustine. Proceeds benefit youth running programs in St. Johns County […]
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. Learn about the cemetery; feel yourself surrounded by the past of historic St. Augustine. In use as a cemetery from the 18th century until 1884, the space is the […]
Head to Vilano Beach Town Center the 3rd Saturday of the month for the Artisan Market Walk -- 4:00pm-8:00pm. Celebrate local artisans and entrepreneurs! Check out the crafts, goods and services offered by local entrepreneurs. Tables and booths will be set up along the sidewalks on Vilano Road. Come find some of the most unique […]
Join EMMA Concert Series at Lewis Auditorium/Flagler College on Sunday, January 21, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:00pm when they present Sofia Philharmonic. A program of Mozart music will be performed. Originally founded in 1892 as Guards Symphony Orchestra. They fused with the Academic Symphony Orchestra in 1938 transforming into the Royal Military Symphony Orchestra. After 1945, the […]
While you're out and about, head to the St. Augustine Uptown Block Party the last Thursday of the month from 5:00pm-9:00pm. There's something for everyone ... with just a bit more happening at our 'big' one in January, July, and October.! Come check out all the businesses that are Uptown. Located just North of Ripley's, […]
Lace up your sneakers because Wolfson Children’s Challenge is celebrating its 15th anniversary on Saturday, January 27, 2024! Every Mile Brings A Smile! The challenge features team and individual races. And, will be at the Nocatee Station Field in Ponte Vedra for the first time. Those who want to give back to Wolfson Children’s can […]
Join us for The Foundation 5000 on Saturday, January 27, 2024 - 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00am. Hosted by UF Health St. Johns Foundation. This inaugural event will support the UF Health St. Johns Care Connect Mobile Outreach Clinic. Cost: $40.00 through January 14 | $45.00 after January 15, 2024 at 11:59pm EST Click the […]
Flight to Freedom Join us at Fort Mose Historic State Park on February 1-3, 2024 for Flight to Freedom; 9:00am-3:00pm each day. Honoring and remembering all those who risked everything in search of freedom and the opportunity to live their own lives. For many decades before the founding of Fort Mose, Africans were fleeing enslavement […]
Join us for the 2024 St. Anastasia Concert Series, "And Let There Be Music!". Open to the Public. Free Admission and Free Parking Concert Schedule: Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 7:00pm -- Pianist, Singer Peter Bergin in Celebration Hall. Entertaining and educational, storytelling and humor Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 7:00pm -- The Powell Trio […]
Stop in and listen to Music at Colonial Oak Music Park. Free Admission. Family-friendly. Thursday - Saturday, 7:00pm-10:00pm. You'll hear anything from blues to folk to country and more from diverse musical acts. Performers include Monticelli, Bad Dog Mama, Country Night, Jess Zimmerman, Uncommon Legends and more. Please Note: February 17 is a ticketed event. […]
Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided Matanzas Inlet Hike on 9:30am-11:30am. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, dune vegetation, birds and wildlife on this guided, interpretive hike. Meet at the Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring cameras and […]
The Nao Trinidad is due to arrive in St. Augustine on Friday, February 2, 2024 as part of the 2024 celebration of the relationship between St. Augustine and Avilés, Spain. Tours are tentatively scheduled to begin on the same day at 11:00am barring any unforeseen circumstances. The ship will remain in port through the end […]
View the Faces and Figures Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association …. February 2 through February 25, 2024. In-gallery and online. Expressions of the human form bring personality to this exhibit. Drawing studies, formal portraits, everyday life subjects and other figures are presented in 2D & 3D media. Exhibit opens February 2, 2024 during […]
Old City Pirate Fest has moved from January to the beginning of February. And, at this point in time, the event has been scaled back from three days to one day - Saturday, February 3, 2024. And, it is known as Old City Pirate Day. Join the crew of the St. Augustine Swashbucklers at the […]