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The Christmas Market St. Augustine
2025-12-22 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Colonial Quarter, 33 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Christmas Market St. Augustine
A must-do to add to your list, be sure to stop by The Christmas Market St. Augustine at The Colonial Quarter. Fun for the entire family! The holiday-themed, one-of-a-kind interactive market offering a wide array of Vendors, Live Entertainment, Winter Festivities, Kids’ activities, Santa, and more.
This year there will be two entrances … one off of St. George Street and one across from the Castillo de San Marcos.
When: November 15 – December 24, 2025 (Closed on Thanksgiving – November 27, 2025)
Please Note: The hours have been updated and changed to 4:00pm-9:00pm
Vendors will be on hand offering everything from handcrafted ceramics, jewelry, and florals to hearty Cuban food and festive treats like cocoa and S’mores. There will be 21 vendors daily and they’re always changing.
Cost: $5.00 per Adult | Free for Kids under 14
Questions? Call 904-770-0075

Winter Wonder Jams
2025-12-22 15:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-21 15:00 - 22:00 | Colonial Oak Music Park, 33 St George St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Winter Wonder Jams at Colonial Oak Music Park
During the month of December – on select dates – you’ll hear some great music from some of St. Augustine’s favorite local musicians. There will be an opening set from 3:00pm-6:00pm followed by an evening performance from 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Free and family-friendly! Stop in and enjoy the performances!
Food and Beverages available for purchase.
3:00pm-10:00pm on:
Sunday through Tuesday — December 21-23 | Friday through Tuesday — December 26-30.
Click the event website link for additional details.

Venardos Circus at The Amp
2025-12-22 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-12-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-21 11:00 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Venardos Circus at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Venardos Circus returns to perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre from December 18, 2025 – January 4, 2026. This year they will celebrate a ‘Far and Beyond’ under the big top with a magical, exhilarating experience for guests.
The circus is traveling with a custom-crafted, Italian-made, red-and-white striped tent that offers expanded seating around a central stage for an immersive experience. And, higher views where artists fly high. Expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. But, without animals
Doors open one hour before showtime with concessions available when doors open. Classic circus treats like fresh popcorn, cotton candy, house-made all-natural pink lemonade, packaged candy and more are available.
The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission.
Performance Schedule:
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00pm — Opening Night
Friday, December 19 – 7:00pm
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Sunday, December 21 – 11:00am | 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Monday, December 22 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Tuesday, December 23 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Wednesday, December 24 – 11:00am | 2:00pm — Christmas Eve
Friday, December 26 – 4:00pm | 7:00pm
Saturday, December 27 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Sunday, December 28 – 11:00am | 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Monday, December 29 – 11:00am | 2:00pm
Wednesday, December 31 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm — New Years’ Eve
Thursday, January 1 – 11:00am | 2:00pm | 5:00pm — New Years Day
Friday, January 2 – 4:00pm | 7:00pm
Saturday, January 3 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Sunday, January 4 – 2:00pm | 5:00pm
Ticket Pricing: General Admission (includes fees)
$30.95 — Adult
$19.95 — Youth (3 to 12 years)
Free — One Babe in arms (2 years or younger) seated in lap with paying adult. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
Premier Gallery and VIP Experience Reserved seating are also available.
Click on the event website link to purchase your ticket(s) and for all additional details.

Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition
2025-12-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
A Celebration of Art & History: Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition
Celebrate Art and History through the festive holiday displays on the fireplace mantels at The Ximenez-Fatio House! Honoring the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence! Even though Florida did not formally participate in the War for Independence, the people, cultures, and events here had a profound influence on the outcome of the war and the founding of the United States. This exhibit brings those often-overlooked stories to light through art.
The Ximenez-Fatio House has partnered with the St. Augustine Art Association for this special display – November 15, 2025 – January 5, 2026.
Museum Hours: Monday-Saturday — 10:00am-5:00pm. The last tour leaves at 4:00pm
Cost: To Be Determined
Click the event website link for additional details; they’ll be updated as they become available.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop
2025-12-22 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 10:00 - 19:00 | Bass Pro Shops, 355 World Commerce Parkway, St. Augustine, 32092
Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops in St. Augustine for the 2025 Holiday season … offering families a magical Christmas experience.
When: Now through December 24, 2025 | Sunday 10:00am-7:00pm & Monday-Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm
Guests can enjoy a Free 4×6 studio-quality photo with Santa, plus holiday crafts, games and activities for all ages.
Kids are invited to drop off their letters for Santa in his mailbox. Those who include an email address will receive a personalized reply straight from the North Pole!
Families can also enjoy special Santa experiences like Christmas Tales … featuring story time with Santa or Mrs. Claus … and/or a Yuletide Breakfast with Santa and his helpers.
Click the event website to reserve your Free photo session and for all additional information.

Sole Striders Walking Club
2025-12-22 08:30 - 09:30 | Solomon Calhoun Community Center, 1300 Duval Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Sole Striders Walking Club
Enjoy walking but not by yourself? Then consider joining the Sole Striders Walking Club, a fitness walking group for all levels. Work together on personal and group fitness goals through walking.
Meet at the entrance of the Solomon Calhoun Community Center Gym for check-in. Then, walk around the facility for a 1-mile walk (maybe longer) with exercises in between.
Date | Time: Mondays & Thursdays — December 1-22 | 8:30am-9:30am
Ages: 50 and up
Free of charge, but please click event website link to register! Call 904-209-0379 for additional details!

Stories of American Veterans Exhibit
2025-12-22 08:00 - 17:00 | eFRAME Gallery, 200 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 32084, United States
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 Public Spaces program to include the Health & Human Services Building. And, with that expansion, begins an opportunity for photographers to capture the image of Veterans.
Local, regional, and national artists were invited to submit up to three of their original photos featuring a veteran and an American flag. A jury then selected 25 works to be on display for Stories of American Veterans. VFW Post 2391 and member Rick McAllister (writer, photographer, and Vietnam Combat Veteran) reached out to the St. Johns Cultural Council with the idea.
Where: reFRAME Gallery – St. Johns County Health & Human Services Building
When: Monday-Friday, November 20, 2025 – November 12, 2026 (closed on Holidays)
Click the event website link for additional information and to view the catalog of works.

Art in Public Spaces Exhibition
2025-12-22 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Johns County Administration Building, 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Art in Public Spaces Exhibition – Historic Impressions on a Modern Canvas
Make it a point to stop by the St. Johns County Admin Building to view the artwork on display. You’ll be able to see original paintings that were created during the Plein Air Paint Out in April and in September 2025. The artwork creates an irresistible artistic tapestry of the nation’s oldest city.
Where: Rotunda Gallery – St. Johns County Administration Building
On Display: Monday-Friday, October 9, 2025 through January 12, 2026* | 8:00am-5:00pm (Online anytime)
*Please Note: closed the following days – November 11 and 27, December 25, 2025
The Opening Reception is October 9, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:00pm and will include an Awards Presentation.
Click the event website link for additional information as it becomes available.

First Coast Opera Performs Carmen
2025-12-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
First Coast Opera Performs Carmen
Passion ignites this holiday season as First Coast Opera brings George Bizet’s ‘Carmen’ to life in its grandest production in 26 years. From the allure of the “Habanera” to the triumphant “Toreador Song”, the drama and unforgettable melodies have captivated audiences for generations.
General & Artistic Director Curtis Tucker conducts and Mark Freiman directs. More than 80 artists unite in this fully-staged production with orchestra, chorus, and children’s chorus. Performances will be sung in French with projected English supertitles.
Where: Lewis Auditorium – Flagler College
When:
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7:30pm-10:30pm
Friday & Sunday, January 2 & 4, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm
Pre-Show Information
​Ticket holders are invited to join us in the Lewis Auditorium one hour before the opera performance begins for a free, pre-show talk discussing upcoming production. Enhance your opera-going experience, mingle with your fellow opera-goers, and be among the first to hear facts exclusive to First Coast Opera productions.
Cost
* Adults: $90.00, $75.00, & $45.00
* Students: $20.00
* Group Rates also available for 10 or more
Click the event website link to purchase your ticket(s) and for all additional information.

Nights of Lights by Golfcart
2025-12-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Nights of Lights Golfcart Tour, 50 Spanish Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Nights of Lights by Golfcart
Looking for a magical way to experience Nights of Lights? Check out this awesome tour! Imagine cruising through downtown St. Augustine as it glows with over 3 million white lights. It’s like stepping into a winter wonderland! In fact, St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights is recognized by National Geographic as a top ten-holiday light display.
Plus, you’ll get insider access to spots that big trolley cars can’t reach. Perfect for small groups who want a cozy and personal experience!
When: November 15, 2025 to January 11, 2026 | Departures on the hour from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.
Tour Information
* This tour features a 7-passenger golf cart limo ideal for small groups of 2-7 people. Private Tours requires booking all 7 seats.
* Conveniently situated just a 5-minute walk from the City Parking Garage and three other public parking lots.
* Parking is limited … so it’s recommended to arrive 45 minutes early to secure a spot before your reservation.
* It’s advisable to avoid wearing high heels on the cobblestone roads and to dress appropriately for the weather.
Cost: Get a 20% discount if you use the coupon code OldCity
Click the event website link to book your tour!

St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2025-2026
2025-12-21 17:30 | Downtown St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2025-2026
Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights Celebration! This year starting on Saturday, November 15, 2025 through Sunday, January 11, 2026. Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm).
Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic!
Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned with millions of tiny white lights setting downtown St. Augustine aglow.
Enjoy the festive scenery several ways. Choose from a special sightseeing train tour, carriage ride, water tour, luxury golf cart tour, or tour by air. Or, just stroll along the streets taking in the magic of it all.
The magic begins with Light Up! Night festivities on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 4:00pm.
For more information on Nights of Lights, visit our St. Augustine Nights of Lights Page!

Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
2025-12-21 15:00 - 21:00 | Ancient City Farmstead, 395 St Marks Pond Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32095, United States
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
St. Augustine’s ultimate Christmas Experience returns to Ancient City Farmstead! Head to this holiday spectacle so packed with family fun that you’re liable to find yourself on the naughty list!
When: Weekends – November 28-December 21, 2025 || Fridays — 5:00pm-9:00pm | Saturdays and Sundays — 3:00pm-9:00pm
Christmas Wonderland Features Fun for All:
🎄 Experience nightly lighting ceremonies of the region’s tallest decorated Christmas tree. It’s just like Rockefeller Center without the trip to NYC!
🎅 Visit Santa in his workshop to make sure you’ve secured your spot on the nice list! Be sure to tell him everything you want this Christmas.
🔥 Roast marshmallows over the giant fire pit with friends, old and new.
🫎 Compete in free reindeer games and win prizes.
☕️ Sip on hot cocoa and snack on seasonal concessions.
🌲 Take the festive feeling home when you pick out the perfect Christmas tree from the forest of 2,000+ spruce trees.
⛸️ Lace up your skates and flaunt your stuff on Florida’s only outdoor skating rink!
Photo ops … Memories to last a lifetime abound.
Free onsite parking.
Cost:
$25.00 — Adults – ages 16-65
$20.00 — Seniors & Military w/Military ID
$15.00 — Children – ages 3-15
Free — Children under 3
To give your family the ultimate Christmas Experience click the event website link to get your tickets now!

Community Chorus Christmas Concert 2025
2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
St. Augustine Community Chorus Christmas Concert 2025
Enjoy songs of the holiday season … festive cheer, glorious harmonies, and special collaborations with the Gainesville Brass Quintet and the St. Augustine Youth Chorus. Let the music of the season lift your spirit — and together we’ll all Rejoice!
This years’ concert is titled “Rejoice!” – a joyful celebration of the season. From soulful spirituals to timeless classics, this year’s program highlights American composers in honor of the upcoming America 250, with a touch of British tradition (and, of course, Handel).
When:
Saturday, December 20 — 7:30pm-9:30pm
Sunday, December 21 — 2:00pm-4:00pm
Where: Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine …. where the acoustics are great!
Ticket Prices
General Admission (First Come, First Served):
$30.00 – Adult | $12.00 – Ages 17 & Under | $5.00 – Military with ID
A Season Ticket Package is also available for $65.00.
Click the event website link for all additional information and to purchase your ticket(s).

Apex Theatre Presents A Christmas Carol
2025-12-21 14:00 | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082, United States
Join us at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall when Apex Theatre presents A Christmas Carol … sponsored by Friends of Ponte Vedra Concert Hall.
Focusing on Dickens’ powerful language, humor and warmth, this charming version of A Christmas Carol simply and directly tells the story of the redemption of a human soul. The play follows the ever-powerful story of Scrooge, a lonely miser. Through the help of spirits and visions from his past, present and future, he finds a second chance to become a loving, generous human being.
The show begins with a child reading the story for the first time. As the scenes are played out behind him, the child becomes totally caught up in the story and is finally invited by the other characters to enter the play as one of them. With traditional carols and English folk tunes creating the proper atmosphere, the world of Scrooge, Fezziwig and Tiny Tim comes alive, igniting the holiday spirit for young and old alike.
Performance Schedule
Friday, December 19, 2025 — Doors Open 6:00pm | Show 7:00pm
Saturday, December 20, 2025 — Doors Open 1:00pm | Show 2:00pm & Doors Open 6:00pm | Show 7:00pm
Sunday, December 21, 2025 — Doors Open 1:00pm | Show 2:00pm
Cost: $25.00-$75.00
Click the event website link for all the details including ticket prices. Tickets can also be purchased at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Box Office … open seven days a week from 7:00am to 5:00pm – only accepting credit / debit cards for payment.

Performances of Annie at Limelight
2025-12-21 14:00, 2025-12-20 19:30 | Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Performances of the beloved musical Annie are at Limelight Theatre December 5-21, 2025.
About Annie
Book by Thomas Meehan
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Original Broadway Production by Martin Charnin
Directed by Jonny O’Leary
The musical is about Annie – an optimistic orphan who captures hearts (and maybe even saves a billionaire). Perfect for families and the holiday spirit!
Performance Times:
Thursday – Saturday @ 7:30pm | Sunday Matinee @ 2:00pm
Preview Night: December 4, 2025
Terrific Tuesday: December 16, 2025
Wearing of masks is optional.
Click the event website link for all additional information, including ticket prices, and to purchase your ticket(s). Or call the Box Office at 904-825-1164.

Performances of The Nutcracker
2025-12-21 14:00 | Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Enjoy performances of the Holiday classic The Nutcracker by the St. Augustine Ballet! Featuring local dance students, professional guest artists, and community “celebrities”.
The Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King, Clara, Uncle Drosselmeyer and all the Nutcracker characters will be on stage this holiday season to thrill and delight you. Director Luis Abella
Performance Dates | Times:
Friday, December 19, 2025 — 7:00pm
Saturday, December 20, 2025 — 1:30pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 21, 2025 — 2:00pm
Where: Lewis Auditorium – Flagler College
Tickets: Prices range from $35.00-$50.00
Click event website link for all the details and to purchase your tickets.
Image used is from the St. Augustine Ballet’s website.

Nights of Lights Shuttle Service
2025-12-21 13:00 - 23:00 | FL
Nights of Lights Shuttle Service
The City of St. Augustine is offering Free Park & Ride Shuttle Service to make it easier to get around during Nights of Lights season. Service begins on Light-Up! Night – November 15, 2025 and continues every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) through January 11, 2026. That includes the week between Christmas and New Years.
Shuttle Schedule Information
1:00pm-11:00pm — ALL Shuttles. However, on December 6 (for the Christmas Parade), shuttle operations will begin at 8:00am.
North City and US 1 Shuttle/Parking Information
Passengers will be dropped off and picked up in the north drive-thru lane trolley entrance at the Visitor Information Center, 10 S. Castillo Drive.

San Marco Lot
301 San Marco Avenue
St. Johns County Health Department
200 San Sebastian View
Broudy’s Lot (corner of US 1 and W. King)
198 W. King Street

Anastasia Island Shuttle/Parking Information (Light Up Night Only)
* Service is from 4:00pm to 11:00pm
* Passengers are shuttled to the east end of the Bridge of Lions … at the corner of Gerado Street and Flagler Blvd. in North Davis Shores.
* Shuttle service on Anastasia Island on Light-Up! Night is provided by Historic Tours of America.

Anastasia Baptist Church
1650 A1A S
R.B. Hunt Elementary
125 Magnolia Drive

Fantastic Florida Exhibit 2025
2025-12-21 12:00 - 16:00 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Be sure to check out the Fantastic Florida Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association … in-gallery and online November 7 – December 28, 2025.
This vivid display explores a wide range of artistic interpretations and scenes of Florida … from the plants and animals to the wilderness and waterways to the people and places.
Exhibit opens: November 7, 2025 during First Friday Art Walk from 5:00pm-8:00pm.
Please Note: Closed on Thanksgiving Day – November 27 and December 23-26 for the Christmas Holiday.
Gallery Hours: Tuesdays through Sundays, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Free Admission.
Click event website link for all additional details.
Image used is from STAAA’s website.

Historic Weapons Demonstrations
2025-12-21 10:30 - 15:30 | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 South Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Historic Weapons Demonstrations
Be sure to check out the Historic Weapons Demonstrations at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument … every week on Saturday and Sunday! Join park staff and volunteers (usually dressed in period garb). Hear history come alive with the boom of cannon or musket fire!
Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s gundeck (upper level top) and last approximately 15 minutes. During special events, they take place on the grounds outside of the fort.
Demonstration Times: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm
All demonstrations are subject to weather and staffing conditions.
Please note: regular admission fees apply to watch demonstrations from inside the Castillo. Demonstrations can also be viewed from outside the fort along the seawall in an area accessed by a ramp.
Click the event website link and scroll down for additional information.

Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia
2025-12-21 08:15 - 10:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia
Calling all bird lovers …. come meet the birds on a Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park. Observe a diverse variety of shore birds, seabirds, and wading birds. Proudly part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels.
Date | Time — 8:15am-10:00am
October: Saturday the 4th & Wednesday the 29th
November: Sunday the 3rd & Tuesday the 18th
December: Sunday the 21st
Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes, and a field guide if you have one.
Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill parking lot located at the end of the main park drive.
Event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Park Entrance Fee Applies:
$8.00 per vehicle — limit 2-8 people per vehicle
$4.00 per single-occupant vehicle
$2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
For more information, please contact the park at 904-461-2033 or click the event website link.

A Very Grinchy Comedy Show
2025-12-20 22:30 - 23:30 | Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga Street, #7, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
A Very Grinchy Comedy Show
Tis the season… for sauce, silliness, and a little holiday chaos! A Very Grinchy Comedy Show brings together some of the funniest comics in Northeast Florida for a night of sharp wit and unapologetically naughty cheer. Forget the sugarplums—this lineup serves up laughs for anyone whose holiday spirit comes with a side of cynicism.
It’s festive, funny, and just Grinchy enough to make your heart grow three sizes… or at least get you through the season. Grab a drink, leave the kids (and the carolers) at home, and come celebrate the holidays—the Grinchy way. Think less “peace on earth” and more “pass the wine.”
When: Saturdays in December | 10:30pm-11:30pm
Where: Third Space Improv
Third Space offers beer, wine, soft drinks, fresh popcorn, and other snacks as well as free parking.
This show is for audience members 18+.
Tickets: $17.00 Advance | $20.00 Door
Click the event website link to purchase your tickets and for additional information.

Holiday Hootenanny Improv Comedy Show
2025-12-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Third Space Improv, 200 Malaga Street, #7, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
☃️ Get ready for a festive night of laughter and surprises during The Holiday Hootenanny Improv Comedy Show! The show brings together quick-witted performers for a wild and wacky celebration of the season. From holiday-themed games to spontaneous scenes inspired by audience suggestions, this show is packed with cheer, comedy, and a dash of chaos.
When: Saturdays, November 15, 2025 – January 10, 2026 | 8:00pm-10:00pm
Where: Third Space Improv
Whether you’re a Scrooge or the ultimate holiday enthusiast, our cast members will keep you in stitches with their unpredictable and hilarious antics. Join us for a night of festive fun where anything can happen, and probably will! Elf outfits encouraged!
🎁 Perfect for families, friends, couples, co-workers and anyone looking to add some holiday joy to their evening! This show is for all ages.
Tickets: $15.00 Advance | $20.00 Door
Third Space offers beer, wine, soft drinks, fresh popcorn, and other snacks as well as free parking.
Click the event website link to purchase your tickets and for additional information!
