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.
Come out to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Holiday Night Market on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. This special Night Market is sure to get you in a festive spirit. Look for perfect gifts from a variety of local vendors and artists as well as a pop-up shop for St. Augustine Amphitheatre merchandise. Enjoy live [...]
A free, Military Veteran Archery program is being offered at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds to provide military veterans with all abilities the opportunity to participate in archery. Designed in partnership with the VA. When: 3rd Wednesday of the Month* *Please Note -- the program for September is on the 4th. Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm For additional [...]
St. Johns County is hosting their Annual Christmas "Treecycling" Program for residents wishing to recycle their Christmas trees after the holiday. Trees will be recycled and used as mulch in St. Johns County Parks. Artificial trees are not accepted. Please make sure your trees are free of decorations and debris. Dates|Time: Tuesday, December 26, 2023 [...]
Join the City of St. Augustine and St. Johns County for their free Sustainable Recycling Event on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 7:30am-2:30pm. Choose from one or two drop off locations: Francis Field (25 W. Castillo Dr.) - or - Anastasia Island behind the Parks & Rec office (840 West 16th Street). Items for Recycling: [...]
Join Will with SJC Parks & Rec on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 for the First Hike of 2024 -- 9:00am-12:00pm. Explore the trails of Nocatee Preserve and learn about its' plants and wildlife on a 3 to 4 mile guided, group hike. The hike will get you familiar with the trails in the park as [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided Matanzas Inlet Hike on Thursday, January 4, 2024 -- 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 [...]
Join St. Johns County Naturalists for a guided Deep Creek Kayak Trip. Paddle the creek and learn about the unique history and diverse wildlife of the area. Enjoy the scenery of this conservation land. Date | Time: 10:00am-1:00pm | Thursday and Friday - January 4 & 5, 2024 Fee Schedule: $20.00 -- SJC Resident Providing [...]
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. Meet in the Garden parking lot at 10:00am. Walk is approximately one hour. No registration required. Included with park entry fee. [...]
Are you a new volunteer at GTM Research Reserve? Have you been to the GTM New Volunteer Orientation at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center? Not yet. Then be sure to check it out ... held the first Friday of the month. Time: 10:00am-11:30am Learn: the GTM NERR program overview | Volunteer Rules & Responsibilities [...]
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 [...]
