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 [...]
Historic Weapons Demonstrations Be sure to check out the Historic Weapons Demonstrations at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument … every week on Saturday and Sunday! Join park staff and volunteers (usually dressed in period garb). Hear history come alive with the boom of cannon or musket fire! Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s [...]
Be sure to check out the Fantastic Florida Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association ... in-gallery and online November 7 - December 28, 2025. This vivid display explores a wide range of artistic interpretations and scenes of Florida ... from the plants and animals to the wilderness and waterways to the people and places. [...]
Nights of Lights Shuttle Service The City of St. Augustine is offering Free Park & Ride Shuttle Service to make it easier to get around during Nights of Lights season. Service begins on Light-Up! Night - November 15, 2025 and continues every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) through January 11, 2026. That includes the week [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Nights of Lights by Golfcart Looking for a magical way to experience Nights of Lights? Check out this awesome tour! Imagine cruising through downtown St. Augustine as it glows with over 3 million white lights. It's like stepping into a winter wonderland! In fact, St. Augustine's Nights of Lights is recognized by National Geographic as [...]
Art in Public Spaces Exhibition - Historic Impressions on a Modern Canvas Make it a point to stop by the St. Johns County Admin Building to view the artwork on display. You'll be able to see original paintings that were created during the Plein Air Paint Out in April and in September 2025. The artwork [...]
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 [...]