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.
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Fire in Florida's Natural Ecosystems Program Join SJC Parks & Rec Outdoor Recreation Supervisor Kelly Ussia for a fascinating look at the science behind wildfires, prescribed burns and their importance to our native landscapes. Discover how fire plays a vital role in keeping Florida’s ecosystems healthy and balanced. When: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 -- 2:00pm-3:00pm [...]
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GTM Photography 101 Unboxed Course - Taking Control of Your Camera Grab your camera and become creative ... take it out of auto mode. This 5-week course with instructor Linda Burek introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Linda is a Fine Arts and documentary photographer who travels extensively with her [...]
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GTM Fishing 101 Clinic Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 5-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. She'll introduce participant to essential techniques, regulations, and gear basics. When: Thursdays - October 2-30, 2025 | 10:00am-11:30am Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, Classroom 2 [...]
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Join a Park Ranger at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on the First Friday of the month for a Garden Walk. Learn about the history of Washington Oaks while exploring the beautiful formal gardens. There's something new to see each month. Meet in the Garden parking lot at 10:00am. Walk is approximately one hour. No [...]
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If You Can Name It, You Can Love It - A Course in Birding This five-week course in birding is being led by Linda Burek, an experienced birder and author. She was the lead compiler for the St. Augustine Christmas Bird Count 2018-2021. Linda has also participated in weekly counts of nesting birds at the [...]
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Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia Calling all bird lovers .... come meet the birds on a Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park. Observe a diverse variety of shore birds, seabirds, and wading birds. Proudly part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all [...]
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Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine [...]
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GTM Research Reserve Moonlight Hike Join us at the GTM Research Reserve for a Moonlight Hike. Experience the trails after dark! Enjoy exclusive after-hours access for a self-guided hike. Normally closing at sunset, the trails will be open providing a peaceful chance to explore nature after dark under the full moon. When: Saturday, August 9, [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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GTM Photography 101 Unboxed Course - Taking Control of Your Camera Grab your camera and become creative ... take it out of auto mode. This 5-week course with instructor Linda Burek introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Linda is a Fine Arts and documentary photographer who travels extensively with her [...]
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Military Veteran Kayaking - Fort Matanzas Calling any and all veterans who have served to the Military Veteran Kayaking trip. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature while you're out on the water. When: Thursday, October 9, 2025 -- 10:00am-1:00pm Location: Fort Matanzas Cost: Free Click the event website link to register. Questions? Call Kelly [...]
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Parks & Crafts Art Program - Plein Air Workshop Join SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Parks and Crafts Art Program. The program is designed for both beginners and art enthusiasts and offers a creative experience outdoors. Enjoy the art of crafting while surrounded by nature. Featuring a variety of art activities with all [...]
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2025-2026 Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series Join us at Whitney Laboratory for Marine Studies for the Free public lecture series. Presentations are on current science topics plus subjects from ongoing research programs at the lab. Speakers are recognized experts in their fields who welcome questions and discussion. When: 2nd Thursday of Month -- 6:00pm-7:00pm [...]
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Coffee with a Ranger Come grab a cup of coffee and hang out with a Park Ranger at Anastasia State Park! This family-friendly event is a good time to ask questions, learn more about the park, and hear stories from the field. When: Friday, October 10, 2025 - 9:00am-10:00am Meet by Island Beach Shop & [...]
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Fall Plant Sale It's that time again! The St Johns County Master Gardener Volunteers are having their annual Fall Plant Sale fundraiser! Proceeds directly fund the Master Gardener program. So, come show your support! There will be landscape plants, houseplants, and vegetable seedlings available to purchase. Tours will also be given of the Demonstration Gardens [...]
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Fort Matanzas Kayak Trip Join SJC Parks & Rec County Naturalists for an exciting kayak trip! They've partnered with the National Park Service to offer a trip giving you a view of Fort Matanzas from a whole new perspective. Paddle through the marsh to experience the SouthEast Intracoastal Waterway Park. Dates | Time Friday, October [...]
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Fall Plant Sale It's that time again! The St Johns County Master Gardener Volunteers are having their annual Fall Plant Sale fundraiser! Proceeds directly fund the Master Gardener program. So, come show your support! There will be landscape plants, houseplants, and vegetable seedlings available to purchase. Tours will also be given of the Demonstration Gardens [...]
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Head to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park for the Sea Turtle Talk. Join Ranger Teresa and learn everything and anything you've ever wanted to know about these fascinating oceanic creatures. When: Saturday, October 11, 2025 -- 10:00am-12:00pm Meet on the beach! Park Entrance Fee applies: $5.00 per vehicle (2-8 people per vehicle) $4.00 per single-occupant [...]
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Attention all plant lovers .... head to the Plant Sale at Washington Oaks. Held the second Saturday of the month from 10:00am-1:00pm, the 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 among the selections [...]
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Join us for the Fall version of Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon! The event includes an Olympic & Sprint Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike as well as an Olympic Triathlon and Sprint Triathlon Relay. When: Sunday, October 12, 2025 Where: Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park Swim * Bike * Run! Swim ... in the Atlantic Ocean Bike [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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Join SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Nature Book Club ... centered around celebrating our natural areas. Come share your love for nature and literature! Each month we'll explore books highlighting nature, conservation, and the beauty of local parks. Where: Canopy Shores Pavilion When: Usually the 3rd Wednesday of the Month | 9:30am-10:30am October's [...]
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GTM Photography 101 Unboxed Course - Taking Control of Your Camera Grab your camera and become creative ... take it out of auto mode. This 5-week course with instructor Linda Burek introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Linda is a Fine Arts and documentary photographer who travels extensively with her [...]
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Join SJC Parks & Rec for Auggie's Storytime ... geared towards toddler age kids and their families. Auggie is a wise and friendly gopher tortoise who loves to share fascinating stories about the world around him. That includes the secret lives of his animal friends to the wonders of nature that he's discovered during his [...]
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GTM Fishing 101 Clinic Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 5-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. She'll introduce participant to essential techniques, regulations, and gear basics. When: Thursdays - October 2-30, 2025 | 10:00am-11:30am Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, Classroom 2 [...]
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Join SJC Parks & Rec naturalists for a guided Moonlight Paddleboard trip through the quiet beauty and calm waters of Palmo Cove under the moon's glow. Enjoy the calm waters, cool breezes, and starlit skies. When: Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 5:30pm-8:00pm Where: Riverfront Park Kayak Launch Fee Schedule: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing Own [...]
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Homeschool Birding Calling all homeschoolers ... SJC Parks & Rec and St. Johns Regional Audubon is offering an exciting program all about birds! Discover the fascinating world of local birds. Join them for a hands-on morning walk where students will get the opportunity to learn birding skills and techniques. If you have binoculars ... please [...]
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If You Can Name It, You Can Love It - A Course in Birding This five-week course in birding is being led by Linda Burek, an experienced birder and author. She was the lead compiler for the St. Augustine Christmas Bird Count 2018-2021. Linda has also participated in weekly counts of nesting birds at the [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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Join SJC Parks & Rec for a relaxing and scenic walk along the beach. During the walk, learn about the health of the local ecosystem and how it's impacting some of our most iconic species. Learn what you can do to protect this important habitat! Led in partnership with the Wild Lessons Marine Biology Team. [...]
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Join Serenity Yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden on the Trefry Family Green for Yoga in the Garden. Located at the rear of the Lightner Museum. Date | Time: 3rd Saturday of the Month (usually) | 8:30am - 9:30am Participants...please bring water, your yoga mat or towel and props if needed. Cost: Donation based All [...]
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Join GTM Research Reserve docents from 9:00am-11:00am on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a Beach Exploration walk. Learn about the animals that call the beach home while collecting seashells and sharks teeth. This is a "Beaches 101" experience the entire family will enjoy. The hike begins at the GTM Visitor Center where you [...]
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Music in the Gardens at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park Join us for a Sunday afternoon listening to the music of Michelle Marie ... as seen on American Idol. She'll be playing country, pop/rock, and originals. Fun for the entire family! Kids' Activities ... Food Trucks too! When: Sunday, October 19, 2025 - 1:00pm-4:00pm Be [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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Birding by Boat at Fort Matanzas Please Note: National parks remain as accessible as possible during the federal government shutdown. However, some services may be limited or unavailable. Stop by Fort Matanzas National Monument - a stop on the Great Florida Birding Trail - for Birding by Boat. It's a unique way to view our [...]
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Join GTM National Estuarine Research Reserve for the Marineland River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk. You'll learn about Florida's moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American customs. That includes how they used various plants for food, beverage and medicine. When: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 -- 9:00am-11:00am Wednesday, November 19, 2025 -- 9:00am-11:00am [...]
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GTM Photography 101 Unboxed Course - Taking Control of Your Camera Grab your camera and become creative ... take it out of auto mode. This 5-week course with instructor Linda Burek introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Linda is a Fine Arts and documentary photographer who travels extensively with her [...]
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GTM Fishing 101 Clinic Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 5-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. She'll introduce participant to essential techniques, regulations, and gear basics. When: Thursdays - October 2-30, 2025 | 10:00am-11:30am Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, Classroom 2 [...]
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Ancient Dunes Trail Hike at Anastasia State Park Enjoy a guided hike through the Anastasia State Park's ancient dunes shaded by a maritime hammock. Discover the park’s natural communities while exploring this unique trail. Although only a mile long, this hike is more challenging than our other trails due to the natural sloping landscape. Date|Time: [...]
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Parks & Crafts Art Program - Polaroid Photography & Art Join SJC Parks & Rec for their Parks and Crafts Art Program. The program is designed for both beginners and art enthusiasts and offers a creative experience outdoors. Enjoy the art of crafting while surrounded by nature. Featuring a variety of art activities with all [...]
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Fort Matanzas Kayak Trip Join SJC Parks & Rec County Naturalists for an exciting kayak trip! They've partnered with the National Park Service to offer a trip giving you a view of Fort Matanzas from a whole new perspective. Paddle through the marsh to experience the SouthEast Intracoastal Waterway Park. Dates | Time Friday, October [...]
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On the fourth Saturday of the month, help remove marine debris and microplastics off the beach during GTM Beach Cleanup -- 9:00am-11:00am. Enjoy the beautiful view and being out in nature while helping clean up the beach! Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions. That's where you'll pick up gloves and [...]
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Fort Matanzas Kayak Trip Join SJC Parks & Rec County Naturalists for an exciting kayak trip! They've partnered with the National Park Service to offer a trip giving you a view of Fort Matanzas from a whole new perspective. Paddle through the marsh to experience the SouthEast Intracoastal Waterway Park. Dates | Time Friday, October [...]
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Join St. Johns County Parks Naturalist for a Dolphin Walk on Vilano Beach at sunset. On your guided walk, learn all about bottlenose dolphins ... their natural history, behavior, and conservation. And, if you're lucky, you might just see some! Plus, you'll get to enjoy the sunset. Led in partnership with the Wild Lessons Marine [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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Early birds ... join St. Johns County Parks Naturalist for a Dolphin Walk. Enjoy the sunrise while learning about dolphins. Learn all about the resident dolphin population ... that includes their social behavior, local research efforts, anatomy and adaptations, and conservation. Led in partnership with the Wild Lessons Marine Biology Team. Meet at Frank butler [...]
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Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia Calling all bird lovers .... come meet the birds on a Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park. Observe a diverse variety of shore birds, seabirds, and wading birds. Proudly part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all [...]
Park Entry Fee
GTM Photography 101 Unboxed Course - Taking Control of Your Camera Grab your camera and become creative ... take it out of auto mode. This 5-week course with instructor Linda Burek introduces you to the fundamentals of exposure and manual camera control. Linda is a Fine Arts and documentary photographer who travels extensively with her [...]
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GTM Fishing 101 Clinic Be sure to sign up for the GTM Research Reserve 5-week Fishing 101 Clinic with instructor Donna Frantz! Have fun learning the basics of fishing. She'll introduce participant to essential techniques, regulations, and gear basics. When: Thursdays - October 2-30, 2025 | 10:00am-11:30am Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, Classroom 2 [...]
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If You Can Name It, You Can Love It - A Course in Birding This five-week course in birding is being led by Linda Burek, an experienced birder and author. She was the lead compiler for the St. Augustine Christmas Bird Count 2018-2021. Linda has also participated in weekly counts of nesting birds at the [...]
Prices Vary
Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine [...]
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Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 Come check out the Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze 2025 -- providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition. "A-mazing"! Fun for the entire family! When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 4 - November 2, 2025 There is a 9-acre maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns [...]
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