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.
Join the Ancient City Road Runners on Saturday, January 18, 2025 for the 45th annual Matanzas 5000! Proceeds benefit youth running programs in St. Johns County high schools and middle schools as well as the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. Florida's fastest 5K on a USATF-certified 3.1-mile course through scenic, historic St. Augustine. [...]
Come out to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Saturdays for the Farmers Market ... 8:30am-12:30pm. You can select from a variety of fresh food, artisan goods, flowers, and local art. And, you can also enjoy live entertainment on the Front Porch. Free Admission ** Free parking at The Amp and the Elks Lodge ** No [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve docents from 9:00am-11:00am on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a Beach Exploration walk. Learn about the animals that call the beach home while collecting seashells and sharks teeth. This is a "Beaches 101" experience the entire family will enjoy. The hike begins at the Visitor Center where you will [...]
A Celebration of Art & History: Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition Celebrate Art and History through festive holiday displays on the fireplace mantels at The Ximenez-Fatio House! On display, November 23, 2024 - January 18, 2025. The Ximenez-Fatio House partners with the St. Augustine Art Association and area musicians to bring this special event. With [...]
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 and last [...]
Join us at the Tolomato Cemetery for one of our free Guided Tours ... given on the 3rd Saturday of the month between 11:00am-2:00pm. Learn about the cemetery; feel yourself surrounded by the past of historic St. Augustine. In use as a cemetery from the 18th century until 1884, the space is the last resting [...]
Start the New Year off with the Out of Place Exhibit -- In-Gallery and Online at the St. Augustine Art Association ... January 3 - February 2, 2025. Sometimes things don't look or seem quite right. Like trying to fit in but just not getting footing, social narratives, seemingly unnatural acts of nature, humorous or [...]
Come check out the vehicles at the St. Augustine Car Club Cruise-In at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine. Open to the public and all local car clubs. Held the 3rd Saturday of the month - January through November (no December). 4:00pm-6:00pm during 'dark' months ... otherwise 5:00pm-7:00pm. Fun, fun, fun! Music, door prizes [...]
Head to Vilano Beach on the 3rd Saturday of the month for the Artisan Market -- 4:00pm-8:00pm. Celebrate local artisans and entrepreneurs! Check out the crafts, goods and services offered by local entrepreneurs. Tables and booths will be set up along the sidewalks on Vilano Road. Come find some of the most unique and cool [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2024-2025 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights November 23, 2024 through January 26, 2025. Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic! Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm). Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned with millions of tiny white lights setting [...]
