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.
Stories of American Veterans Exhibit What better time to recognize our country's servicemen and women than when the United States Army, Navy, and Marines celebrate their 250th anniversaries in 2025. And, as the United States nears its' 250th anniversary in 2026! The St. Johns Cultural Council and St. Johns County have expanded the Art in [...]
Art in Public Spaces Exhibition - Opening New Doors Be sure to stop by the St. Johns County Admin Building to view the artwork on display. The newest exhibit is entitled "Opening New Doors" and showcases the works of Alexter Albury & Brandon Santiago. The exhibition explores growth, place, and creative evolution in St. Augustine. [...]
The Wiener Werkstätte: Art, Luxury, and Beauty in Modern Vienna exhibit is on display at Lightner Museum. Daily ... now through July 14, 2026. Founded in Vienna at the dawn of the 20th century, the Wiener Werkstätte (Vienna Workshops) was a groundbreaking collective of artists, designers, and craftspeople who shaped the course of international modern design. [...]
Homeschool Birding Program Calling all homeschoolers ... join SJC Parks & Rec and St. Johns Regional Audobon for an exciting program all about birds! Join them for a morning walk where students will get the opportunity to learn birding skills and techniques. Discover the fascinating world of local birds. All ages! If you have [...]
Kendra Frorup Art Exhibit: “Roots, Return, and the Weight of Memory" Stop in the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum to view the exhibition of work by Tampa-based artist Kendra Frorup. Her mixed-media assemblages and sculptures draw heavily on her Afro-Caribbean roots for inspiration. Her current work references The Bahamas, where she was born and raised, as well [...]
Crisp-Ellert Art Museum’s (CEAM) Artist-in-Residence Ceramicist Dakota-Joan Parkinson is the Artist-in-Residence at the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum ... February 18 to March 4, 2026. Her work spans clay, performance, wood firing, and installation, and explores the creation of sacred spaces where body, labor, and material converge. Parkinson's use of non-conventional materials challenges and expands the definition [...]
Stop by the St. Augustine Art Association and check out the annual Veritas School Art Exhibit. Students from Veritas Classical School in grades K - 12 display their work in this colorful exhibit. In-gallery - February 6 - March 1, 2026 Exhibit Opens: February 6, 2026 – 5:00pm-8:00pm during First Friday Art Walk Gallery Hours: [...]
Out of Place Art Exhibit Something doesn’t quite look right. Seemingly unnatural acts of nature - humorous or serious. A cat at doggy daycare. A fish in the desert. For this exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association, artists are encouraged to create images that question the normal, that push the boundaries of what 'should' [...]
The Jacksonville Watercolor Society Members showcase their talents in this annual exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association. In-gallery - February 6-March 1, 2026 Exhibit Opens: February 6, 2026 – 5:00pm-8:00pm during First Friday Art Walk Gallery Hours: Tuesdays through Sundays, 12:00pm-4:00pm Free Admission Click event website link for all additional details. Image used is [...]
Weed Wrangle Join SJC Parks Naturalist and Matanzas Riverkeeper ... help protect our local parks and green spaces! Hands-on removal of non-native plants to help restore the natural balance of these areas. Together we can make a difference! When: Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 9:00am-11:00am Friday, February 20, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm Where: Vilano Beach [...]
41st Annual Cathedral Festival Mark your calendars for the 41st Annual Cathedral Festival ... February 20-22, 2026! This St. Augustine tradition - held on the grounds of the Mission Nombre de Dios - has something for everyone! Carnival Midway with Rides * Live, Local Music/Entertainment * Food & Beverage Vendors * Fireworks Saturday Night @ [...]
Spanish Food & Wine Festival 2026 Be sure to mark your calendars! It's time for the annual St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival ... February 19-21, 2026! The festival is all about Spanish Wine, Cuisine, and Culture and to connect St. Augustine to the city's Spanish heritage / history. It's a Showcase of St. [...]
Be sure to mark your calendars for Jazz at the Excelsior! Featuring Myrna Clayton and her band with the Jazz Heals Humanity Worldwide Tour! Celebrating black history month with a night of live Jazz music in the Excelsior Room! Where: Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center When: Friday, February 20, 2026 | 7:00pm-9:00pm Tickets: General Admission [...]
While you're in downtown St. Augustine, stop in 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. Free Admission for most events. Family-friendly. 7:00pm-10:00pm -- Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights - with Country Night usually on Thursday 6:00pm-10:00pm -- [...]
Join us for "A Classic Theatre Staged Reading" ... Eureka Day. By Jonathan Spector, Directed by Matt Whaley. Wildly relevant and bitingly funny, Spector’s lively portrait of a debate over mandatory vaccinations is the perfect play for our age of disagreement. When: Friday, February 20, 2026 -- 7:30pm Where: The Center for Spiritual Living Tickets: [...]
Welcome to Drag Queen-a-Palooza Valentine's Edition ... celebrate the rainbow community—and the season of love—with Karrissa T. Wade and her Queens! Dare to be dazzled by the most fabulous extravaganza in St. Augustine. Drag Queen-a-Palooza is a whirlwind of shimmering sequins, jaw-dropping performances, and unapologetic attitude. Get ready to sashay into a realm where every [...]