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.
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 [...]
Be sure to stop by the Artisan's Holiday Night Market at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum on Friday, December 1, 2023 -- 4:00pm-8:00pm in the Courtyard. Still need a Christmas gift(s). Here's your opportunity. Featuring local artisans, a children's corner, cider and s’mores bar and more. Family-friendly, free admission. Image used is from Ximenez-Fatio House Museum [...]
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 [...]
The annual St. Augustine Christmas Parade in downtown St. Augustine is on Saturday, December 2, 2023. The parade starts at 9:00am by the Mission of Nombre de Dios and continues south on San Marco, turning right on to Cathedral Pl., then onto Cordova St., ending behind the Visitors Center on Castillo Drive. Bring your family [...]
Join us for the annual Palm Valley Boat Parade beginning at 6:00pm on Saturday, December 2, 2023. This popular event starts 1 mile South of the Palm Valley Bridge and proceeds North on the Intracoastal Waterway to the last home in Marsh Landing. View the decorated boats from docks, local restaurants, and noted public viewing [...]
Be sure to stop by the entrance foyer of The Lightner Museum for the 3rd annual Festival of Trees. Monday through Thursday, December 4-7, 2023. Times: (Tentative) Monday, December 4 -- 9:00pm-5:00pm Tuesday, December 5 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Wednesday, December 6 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday, December 7 -- 9:00am-8:30pm Check out the [...]
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 [...]
Come out and be a part of a Holiday tradition at the Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade 2023 on Saturday, December 9. The parade begins at 10:00am at the W.E. Harris Community Center and marches south on Main Street, ending at the library. Lively floats, marching bands, and you cheering them on! Sponsored by: St Johns [...]
