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.
Head out to Sykes Family Farms for their annual Christmas on the Farm - Friday and Saturday, November 24 through December 16, 2023 -- 6:00pm-10:00pm. Enjoy the 3/4 mile Christmas light show while on a hayride. Sip on some hot apple cider, hot chocolate and coffee. There's also bounce pads, swings, tube slides, barn yard [...]
Colonial Night Watch Events 2023 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2023. Friday and Saturday, December 1 & 2, 2023 from 10:00am to 4:00pm -- visit the Colonial Quarter. You'll find a military encampment representing British, Spanish and East Florida Ranger troops. Many accoutrements of [...]
Stop by the Castillo de San Marcos on Friday evening, December 1, 2023 for Enemy at the Gates: Evening Living History Tours. Staff and volunteers will present living history tours that highlight the events of 1740. That's when British forces, led by General James Oglethorpe, laid siege and were poised to run the Spanish from [...]
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 [...]
Register for Phone Calls from Santa St. Johns County Parks & Rec has teamed up with the North Pole Telephone Company to once again bring you Phone Calls from Santa! Surprise your child with a special treat this Holiday season! Parents with children eight years of age and younger who reside in St. Johns County [...]
Mark your calendars for the Lightner Museum 2023 Holiday Market on Thursday, December 7 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. * Head to the Historic Alcazar swimming pool where you'll be able to shop from a carefully curated selection of over 40 local craftspeople, artisans, and local businesses for all of your festive shopping needs. You're sure to find [...]
Join us at Washington Oaks on Saturday, December 9 for Holiday in the Gardens 2023 ... 10:00am-3:00pm! Arts & Craft Vendors * Holiday Music * Food Trucks * Plant Sales * Gift Shop * Kids' Section Enjoy the Holiday Decorations throughout the Gardens! Purchase a holiday plant! Grab last minute gifts from Arts & Craft [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
