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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
Join the City of St. Augustine and St. Johns County for their free Sustainable Recycling Event on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 7:30am-2:30pm. Choose from one or two drop off locations: Francis Field (25 W. Castillo Dr.) - or - Anastasia Island behind the Parks & Rec office (840 West 16th Street). Items for Recycling: [...]
The City of St. Augustine's Annual Arbor Day Ceremony will take place on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 11:00am at at Davenport Park, adjacent to the SJC Main Library, located at W. San Carlos. City Commissioner Barbara Blonder will offer a special recognition to long-time resident and community volunteer, Gina Burrell, in appreciation for her [...]
Join us on Saturday, January 20, 2024 for the 44th Annual Matanzas 5000. Hosted by the Ancient City Road Runners. And, at 9:00am ... the 2024 Matanzas Fun Run for ages 13 and under. Florida's fastest 5K on a USATF-certified course through scenic, historic St. Augustine. Proceeds benefit youth running programs in St. Johns County [...]
St. Augustine-based photographer Byron Capo's work has been selected for the Art in Public Spaces Exhibition at the Rotunda Gallery at the County Administration Building. Inner Spectrum: Finding Hope in the Light highlights the inner illuminations of two historic structures: the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine, Florida and La Mola, Fortress [...]
The St. Augustine Archaeological Association Monthly Meeting for February is on Tuesday, the 6th from 7:00pm-8:30pm in the Tiffany Room at Flagler College. Free and open to the public. The speaker is Greg Hendryx, the Archaeology Sector Leader at SEARCH, Inc. For more than two decades, he has focused his research on northeast Florida and [...]
Castillo by Candlelight - The Mose Story Join us at the Castillo de San Marcos on Saturday, February 24, 2024 for Castillo by Candlelight - The Mose Story. This special evening event is in honor of the important African American heritage of this community. Made possible through a partnership with the Fort Mose Historical Society [...]
Free Park and Ride Spring Shuttle The City of St. Augustine’s popular weekend festival season returns with free park and ride spring shuttle service! Every Saturday, beginning March 9 through April 6, 2024. Dates | Times: March 9 -- 8:00am-10:00pm (St. Augustine Celtic Festival / Parade) March 16 -- 11:00am-10:00pm March 23 -- 11:00am-10:00pm March [...]
Please join the St. Augustine Royal Family on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 6:00pm for the Royal Transfer of Office as we welcome the new Royal Trio for 2024-2025. The transfer will be held at the Cathedral Basilica West Courtyard at 6:00pm. Since 1959, the St. Augustine Royal Family has promoted the City of St. [...]
