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.
While you are out and about for First Friday Art Walk, be sure to stop by the Artisan's Holiday Night Market at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum! Friday, December 6, 2024 -- 4:00pm-8:00pm in the Courtyard. Still needing a Christmas gift or two?! Here's your opportunity. Featuring local artisans with handcrafted gifts, a children's corner, cider [...]
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 [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2024-2025 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights November 23, 2024 through January 26, 2025. Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic! Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm). Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned with millions of tiny white lights setting [...]
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 [...]
Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6:30pm-8:00pm -- reenactors will be at the Castillo de San Marcos participating in Enemy at the Gates. As you walk around a lantern and torch lite Castillo, history [...]
Castillo by Candlelight: Enemy at the Gates History comes to life in this after-hours event as townspeople get caught up in the 1740 bombardment and siege of St. Augustine. That's when British forces, led by General James Oglethorpe, laid siege and were poised to run the Spanish from the Ancient City. Citizens, terrified about the [...]
While you're in downtown St. Augustine, stop by and listen to the Music at Colonial Oak Music Park. You'll hear anything from country to blues to funk to folk to rock 'n roll. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights - with Thursday usually being Country Night - from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Sunday is 6:00pm-10:00pm. Some weekends the music [...]
Check out the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Select from a variety of fresh food, artisan goods, flowers, and local art. And, you can also enjoy live entertainment on the Front Porch. Free Admission ** Free parking at The Amp and the Elks Lodge ** No Pets please! The St. Augustine [...]
Be sure to mark your calendars for the annual St. Augustine Christmas Parade in downtown St. Augustine .... Saturday, December 7, 2024. 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 [...]
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 [...]
