See all St. Augustine, Florida has to offer. Visit the Nation’s Oldest City.
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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve'. Usually held on the first Thursday of the month (except for January and July) from 9:50am-12:00pm. Explore the wonders at the reserve! Each month will focus on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn more about what we observe. [...]
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 [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2025 Mark your calendars for November 7-9, 2025 for this annual event! W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Enjoy beverage tastings [...]
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 [...]
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. Please meet at the Guana Dam Recreational Area 15 minutes prior. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life. [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2025 Mark your calendars for November 7-9, 2025 for this annual event! W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Enjoy beverage tastings [...]
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 [...]
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Event 2025 Mark your calendars for November 7-9, 2025 for this annual event! W3 is a culinary weekend like no other blending food & drink lovers with the surrounding beauty of nature! Raising funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Enjoy beverage tastings [...]
Calling any and all veterans who have served to the Military Veteran Kayaking trip of Durbin Creek. Come explore the freshwater swamps. When: Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 10:00am-1:00pm Location: Durbin Creek Kayak Launch Free, however .... please click the event website link to register. Designed in partnership with the VA to provide an opportunity [...]
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. November's lecture is "Smells Drive Interactions in [...]
A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale 2025 Garage sale lovers and bargain hunters ... it's that time of year! Mark your calendars for the 17th annual Super Scenic Garage Sale! When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 -- 8:00am-2:00pm Covering 150 miles through five counties -- Nassau, Duval, St. Johns, Flagler, and Volusia counties ... from Fernandina Beach [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec at the Hart House in Beluthahatchee Park for a Day of Thanks. Helps beautify the park by planting native, Florida-friendly species. All equipment needed will be provided. When: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (changed from November 6) -- 10:00am-1:00pm Please wear your closed-toed shoes and pants. And, bring water and snacks. [...]
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 [...]
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 November's [...]
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 [...]
Parks & Crafts Art Program - Potato Prints 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 materials provided. [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec Naturalists for guided Durbin Creek Kayaking. Explore scenic Durbin Creek; learn about its' unique history and diverse wildlife. Meet at the Durbin Creek Kayak Launch. Dates | Time: Thursday, November 20 or Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 10:00am-1:00pm Fee Schedule: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing Own Boat $30.00 -- [...]
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 [...]
Lullaby of the Rivers Pop-Up Festival Join us at the Limelight Theatre for the "Free" Lullaby of the Rivers Pop-Up Festival. There will be outstanding entertainers in musical traditions of folk, Americana, jazz, and blues providing memorable performances! Along with vendors and exhibitors. When: Saturday, November 22, 2025 -- 11:00am-5:00pm Where: Limelight Theatre Parking Lot [...]
Join SJC Parks & Rec and St. Johns Regional Audubon for a Family Bird Walk! It's a great way to connect with nature and have some family-friendly fun at the same time. Enjoy a walk around the county's beautiful parks and natural areas while learning essential birding skills and techniques. Whether you're a beginner or [...]
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 [...]
Veterans … be sure to sign up for the free Military Veteran Fishing class that is being offered. The monthly program is designed in partnership with the VA to provide military veterans of all abilities an opportunity to gain skills and knowledge about fishing. Date|Time: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 — 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Trout Creek Park [...]
Join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve'. Usually held on the first Thursday of the month (except for January and July) from 9:50am-12:00pm. Explore the wonders at the reserve! Each month will focus on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn more about what we observe. [...]
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 [...]
Join SJC Parks Naturalist Will Pate for Weed Wrangle ... help protect our local parks and green spaces! Hands-on removal of mother of millions which can easily be hand-pulled. Together we can make a difference! When: Friday, December 5, 2025 from 1:00pm-3:00pm Where: Vilano Beach Pavilion All necessary supplies will be provided. We recommend you [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]