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.
A Celebration of Art & History: Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition Celebrate Art and History through a festive holiday display on the fireplace mantels of Ximenez-Fatio House! November 17, 2023 - January 5, 2024. Visitors and locals be sure to stop in and check out the mantel displays! Artwork from 14 artists has been selected [...]
Vilano Holiday Village Vilano Beach will come alive and share in a one-of-a-kind Christmas VIBE with visitors. December 2, 2023 through January 2, 2024 be sure to check out the Vilano Holiday Village. At the center of the festive celebration, will be an 18-foot-tall Christmas Tree. Vilano Holiday Village Festivities Schedule Saturday, December 2, 2023 [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2023-2024 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights November 18, 2023 through January 28, 2024. 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 the Tasting Tours for their Nights of Lights Wine, Carriage & Character Rides ..... nightly starting on November 18, 2023. Take your pick from a private carriage ride, group carriage ride, or a character ride for a truly enchanting holiday experience! Our 45-minute horse-drawn carriage rides (+ wine) are tailor-made for a romantic escape [...]
Mark your calendars for the 42nd Annual Holiday Regatta of Lights - a spectacular, colorful parade of boats of all types decorated with festive lights for the Christmas Holiday! Along the Bayfront downtown St. Augustine. December 9, 2023 -- 6:00pm Vessels will "parade" before the crowds on the Bayfront just North of the Bridge of [...]
Nights of Lights Musical Performances 2023 Enjoy the Nights of Lights Musical Performances 2023 - sponsored by Old Town Trolleys - while waiting for the trolley ... or if you happen to be passing by. Performances are on select nights from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Old Town Trolley Nights of Lights Guest Queuing Area [...]
Join us at the Castillo de San Marcos on Saturday, December 9, 2023 - from 6:00pm until 8:00pm for the Holiday Open House! Free community event! Experience the Castillo after dark. Park Rangers and volunteers will bring the history of the Castillo to life! Mingle with the soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have served [...]
Nights of Lights EV Ride by GhoSt Augustine Want a break from the dark side of our haunted city? Light things up and get into the holiday spirit with GhoSt Augustine! Feel like the VIP you are as you glide in our brand-new comfortable Electric Vehicle through the hundreds of thousands of holiday lights adorning [...]
Stop by the Plaza de la Constitucion on Saturday, December 9, 2023 for the 2d Marine Division Band Holiday Jazz Concert ... starting at 6:30pm. They'll be showcasing many Holiday favorite songs such as "Blue Christmas", "Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow", and "You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch". Sure to entertain [...]
Visitors and residents are in for a treat with Snowfall on Spanish Street. Be sure to pass by 44 Spanish Street on select nights for this magical event. The snow show will begin between 6:45pm-7:00pm and will 'fall' for approximately 45 minutes. Snowfall Dates: 2023 December 1, 2 & 3 December 8, 9, & 10 [...]
Mark your calendars for the St. Augustine Winter Spectacular 2023 at Lewis Auditorium! This family-friendly, entertaining holiday production follows a young girl’s journey home for the holidays. Expect high-kick dancers, ballerinas, acrobats, actors, and more amidst dazzling costuming and props. Performance Dates/Times: Saturday, December 9, 2023 -- 7:00pm Sunday, December 10, 2023 -- 2:00pm Tickets: Keep [...]
The St. Augustine Community Chorus will be performing 'Christmas Joy' on Saturday and Sunday, December 9 & 10, 2023. Enjoy listening to the Chorus's Christmas Concert in the Cathedral Basilica .... where the acoustics are great. What better way to celebrate the kick-off of the Chorus's 75th Season than with Christmas Joy?! Joy is one [...]