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 City of St. Augustine Poet Laureate Norma Sherry at The Waterworks for Floetry: Florida Poetry Showcase with Open Mic. Date | Time: Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 2:30pm If you would like to share a poem during Open Mic, please arrive at 2:30pm and get your name on the list. There is space on […]
???? Save the Date! .... For the Hope Pavilion Wedding Expo on Sunday January 28, 2024 from 11:00am-2:00pm at the Hope Pavilion in Nocatee! Get ready for a day filled with love, inspiration, and everything you need to plan your dream wedding. The event brings together the wedding vendors, from photographers to florists, all under […]
Join us in the Ringhaver Student Center, Virginia Room at 6:00pm on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 for Artist Talk: Raheleh Filsoofi. The Nashville-based visual artist and curator will give a talk in conjunction with the CEAM (Crisp-Ellert Art Museum) Artist Residency. Through interdisciplinary, site-based, and conceptual methods, Filsoofi considers critical narratives about movement, immigration, and […]
Enjoy An Evening with Lucinda Williams at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. The multi-media music and storytelling event features the three-time Grammy Award winning Williams performing some of her most beloved songs from her revered catalog while sharing backstories with her audience about their inspirations and origins. Fans will experience […]
Flight to Freedom Join us at Fort Mose Historic State Park on February 1-3, 2024 for Flight to Freedom; 9:00am-3:00pm each day. Honoring and remembering all those who risked everything in search of freedom and the opportunity to live their own lives. For many decades before the founding of Fort Mose, Africans were fleeing enslavement [...]
EMMA Concert Association created the Words and Music Series to bring a fusion of music, theatre, and spoken word performances to St. Augustine. And, every performance is free to the public at The Waterworks - making the series more easily accessible to all. Please note: seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Performance [...]
Ovico Gallery is celebrating Black History Month with Contemporary Masterpieces by African artist Chike Onuorah, a Nigerian-born painter. The exhibit kick's off with an Open House on Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The event is free. Onuorah is renowned for his bold use of color and wide range of subjects and styles [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided Matanzas Inlet Hike on 9:30am-11:30am. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, dune vegetation, birds and wildlife on this guided, interpretive hike. Meet at the Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring cameras and [...]
Join the First Friday Night Market at Well Women 360 on February 2, 2024 from 5:00pm-9:00pm to celebrate Groundhog Day! Visit the cafe for a baked good or coffee, browse local artist vendors, and enjoy live music!
Join us at St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine on Friday, February 2, 2024 for Sing Winter, Sing Spring: An Evening of Poetry. Enjoy an intermezzo between winter and spring with Florida poets Lola Haskins and Ann Browning Masters. 5:30pm - 6:00pm -- Reception 6:00pm -- Readings […]
Mark your calendars - it's time once again for the annual Character Counts! in St. Johns County Six Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Palencia Elementary School. Start Time: 9:00am for both the 6K Run/Walk & 3K Run/Walk Both the 6K and 3K are on a USATF Certified Course. 6K - USATF […]
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine […]
A free, Military Veteran Paddleboarding program is being offered on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. For any and all veterans who have served. Designed in partnership with the VA to provide the opportunity to explore the unique waterways of SJC. The trip explores the saltwater marshes of Pellicer Creek at Favor-Dykes. Be sure to […]
Standup comedian Demetri Martin will perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Due to popular demand, a second show has been added Also a writer and director, Demetri won the Perrier Award at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh for his one-man show, 'If I'. At the Melbourne International Comedy […]
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 […]
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 […]
St. Johns County Parks & Rec is partnering with the St. Johns Regional Audubon for a Birding Apps for Beginners Program. Focusing on birding in the 21st Century. Join them on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 -- 9:00am-11:00am at Vaill Point Pavilion. During this hands-on session learn about apps that help you get into and hone […]
Calling any and all veterans who have served to the Military Veteran Kayaking trip on Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Come and explore the marshes of the Tolomato River. Location: Nocatee Landing Kayak Launch Click event website link to pre-register. Pre-registration is necessary, however, it does not guarantee space on the trip. Space is […]
Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series 2024 It's time once again for the Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series. This 3rd annual event is on select dates from February 8-17, 2024 at Fort Mose Historic State Park. Honoring History and Community Through Music! Featuring a lineup of internationally renowned artists like Common, Jazz at Lincoln […]
On the "I Lived Here As Well Tour" at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, guests are invited to step into a 225-year-old boarding house and experience, firsthand, the stories of the people that lived within it. Join us for one of our interpretive Black History tours in which the ‘tour guides’ are actors who portray several […]
Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series 2024 Fort Mose Historic State Park is once again hosting the Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series. This 3rd annual event is on select dates from February 8-17, 2024. Honoring History and Community Through Music! Featuring a lineup of internationally renowned artists like Common, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra […]
Be sure to come check out the 7th annual Hastings Boulevard Classic Car Show - Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 10:00am-3:00pm. North Main Street. Vintage Cars * Live Music * Food * Prizes Free entry. Click the event website link for additional details. Image used is from Hastings Boulevard Car Show Facebook
Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series 2024 Fort Mose Historic State Park is once again hosting the Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series. This 3rd annual event is on select dates from February 8-17, 2024. Honoring History and Community Through Music! Featuring a lineup of internationally renowned artists like Common, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra […]
Mark your calendars for February 11, 2024 at 3:00pm for the Sundays with SAMF (St. Augustine Music Festival) Concert! This special Black History Month concert is at The Waterworks and features critically acclaimed pianist Kyle Walker. Kyle's solo performance entitled 'Back to Blacknotes' features the works of J.S. Bach juxtaposed with the music of neglected […]
Show some "Love" for the Beach and come out to the Valentines Day Beach Cleanup - February 14, 2024 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Meet at the Exxon Beach Parking Lot between 10:00am-11:00am. Then spend as much or as little time as you would like. Gloves and trash bags will be provided.
The public is invited to join the City of St. Augustine for Don Pedro Menendez de Avilés Birthday Celebration on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:00am. Help mark his 505th Birthday with a brief, wreath laying ceremony at the base of his statue in front of City Hall. A processional and a reading of the […]
Join us at the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center (LMCC) for 'Museum After Hours'. Dates | Time: Thursday, February 15 and 22, 2024 | 5:30pm-7:30pm These special 'after hours' events consist of exhibit talks, music, and refreshments as guests enjoy the history that the museum has to offer. Stroll through the exhibits with over 500 […]
During the Kids Tiny Chef's Class, little hands will learn to mix, pour, and scoop while having fun. This class introduces children to the process of making meals, decorating pastries, and making fun treats. Chef hats and aprons will be available for class! When: Thursdays at 10:00am Cost: $15.00 Click the event website link for […]
Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service for a guided Matanzas Inlet Hike on 9:30am-11:30am. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, dune vegetation, birds and wildlife on this guided, interpretive hike. Meet at the Matanzas Inlet West Parking Lot. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring cameras and […]
Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series 2024 Fort Mose Historic State Park is once again hosting the Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series. This 3rd annual event is on select dates from February 8-17, 2024. Honoring History and Community Through Music! Featuring a lineup of internationally renowned artists like Common, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra […]
St. Johns County Parks & Rec is offering a Homeschool Fishing Clinic on Friday, February 16, 2024 -- 9:00am-4:00pm. Join us for a day filled with hands-on learning at Vaill Point Park Pavilion. Perfect for families looking to get into fishing or just brush up on their fishing skills! Note: A family consists of at least […]
Lighthouse 5K & Fun Run The 40th annual Lighthouse 5K & Fun Run is being held on February 17, 2024. Presented by the Junior Service League of St. Augustine (JSL). Start Times: 5K Run/Walk -- 8:00am | Fun Run -- 9:00am Hosted by RaceSmith, Inc., the Lighthouse 5K is a chipped race that serves as […]
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 […]
Shores United Methodist Church is holding its' popular, annual “High Tea and Crafts” on Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:00pm in its' Christian Education Building. Women in the community are invited to stop by. Enjoy tea with a cookie and a sandwich and learn a new craft or two. Traditional tea sandwiches and […]
You're invited to join the Tale Tellers of St. Augustine at the Waterworks on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 2:00pm for 'Liar's Contest'. Tell your most outrageous stories at the contest - hosted by Pat Nease, a highly lauded liar. Pat, a national award-winning storyteller, is known for her high energy, quick wit and wry […]
Join us at the Limelight Theatre on Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 7:00pm-8:30pm for 3 Blind Dates - an Unscripted Romantic Comedy. This improvised Valentine’s show is inspired by audience dating stories. 3 Blind Dates follows 3 single ladies through a round of speed dating and the dates that occur as a result. The twist? […]
Join us at Fort Matanzas National Monument for the Great Backyard Bird Count: Your Park, Your Planet! Observe and record birds in the park. This is not your average bird walk. We'll be moving to different areas of the park as a group, setting up our chairs, and staying in one place while recording the […]
Join SJC Parks & Rec for their monthly Nature Book Club ... centered around celebrating our natural areas. Meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at one of the local beautiful park locations. February 21st is at Canopy Shores Pavilion from 9:30am-10:30am. And, the book selected is Forever Island by Patrick Smith. Free - however, […]
Drake White performs as part of The Bridge Tour at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. White grew up singing in his church’s youth choir in Alabama before becoming one of Country music’s most spirited innovators, earning four Top 40 hits and traveling the country on multiple nationwide tours. His 2013 […]
Join us at the GTM Research Reserve for an Introduction to Nature Journaling. In this introductory workshop with nature journaling teacher Elaine Bergstrom, you'll reconnect with nature through sketching and recording observations in the environment. Learn the techniques of nature journaling with some easy method metadata and art techniques. Where: GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center […]
Military Veteran Art Class is a free monthly art class for our military veterans providing the opportunity to explore a new art medium or technique in our local parks and libraries. The Friday, February 23, 2024 class is from 10:00am-11:30am at Nease Beachfront Park in the Outdoor Education Room. It is titled "Recycled Art". Fluid […]
Join us for another spectacular year at the 39th Annual Cathedral Festival February 23-25, 2024! This St. Augustine tradition has something for everyone. Carnival Midway with Rides * Live, Local Music/Entertainment * Food & Beverage Vendors * Fireworks Saturday Night @ 9PM * Shrimp Dinner on Sunday * Silent Auction on Sunday * Super Raffle […]
Save the date for the Beaux Arts Ball - Friday, February 23, 2024 at 6:00pm! Join the St. Augustine Art Association at the Lightner Museum in celebrating their 100th Anniversary! The Beaux Arts Ball is a nod to how STAAA would fundraise in the 1940s and into the future. With the help of affluent artistic […]
Save the date! The Florida Man Games are coming to Francis Field on Saturday, February 24, 2024 starting at 10:00am. It's a wild, new festival featuring crazy and unique competition sporting events, entertaining contests, and Florida-style cultural activities. “These games are just like the Florida Man headlines,” says Pete Melfi, festival organizer and owner/founder of […]
Calling all chocolate lovers to the 31st Anniversary of Chocolate and Beyond - a celebration of chocolate, desserts, and other delectable culinary treats. Where | When: The Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine | Saturday, February 24, 2024 -- 2:00pm - 4:00pm This yummy event is a celebration of chocolate, desserts, and other delectable culinary […]
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 […]
Fort Matanzas is offering two opportunities for children to gain experience fishing at their Junior Ranger Angler Class. During the class, they'll learn how to fish, identify fish species and their habitats, and earn a Junior Ranger Angler Badge. Class Info: 10:00am-12:00pm both days Sunday, February 25, 2024 -- Ages 7 to 9 Sunday, March […]
Join us at the First Baptist Church of Armstrong on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 11:00am for a Black History Program. African-American historian Griffin Lotson is the guest speaker. Griffin is a seventh-generation Gullah Geechee, expert Cultural Art performer, storyteller, and Gullah Geechee Culture Consultant and Teacher. He is considered one of the world’s foremost […]
At the Super Sunday Improv Mixer at Third Space Improv, everyone plays! The mixer is an opportunity for all improv students -- current students, past students, improv school graduates, and curious hopeful new students -- to play together. Date | Time: Sunday, February 25, 2024 | 5:00pm-7:00pm This is an all-play zone for all levels […]
It's that time of year for St. Johns County Parks & Rec Summer Camp Lottery Registration for 2024! Open from February 26 at 8:00am through March 8, 2024 at 5:00pm. Parents can sign up children ages 5*-12 for summer camp. *Note: only 5 year olds who have completed kindergarten by the start date of camp […]
Due to a serious medical issue over Christmas, the John Lodge show on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 has been cancelled. Please click the event website link for information on refunds. Lodge is bass guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the iconic Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2018 inductees, The Moody Blues. He's the songwriter of […]
St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival 2024 Mark your calendars for the annual St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival 2024 -- February 29 - March 2, 2024 The festival is all about Spanish wine, cuisine and culture and to connect St. Augustine to the city's Spanish heritage / history. More than 100 Spanish […]
Searle's Encampment - Sack of St. Augustine Join the Historic Florida Militia for the re-enactment of the "1668 Searle's Raid-Sack of St. Augustine". Encampment Friday and Saturday, March 1 & 2, 2024, a 17th century-style military encampment will be at the Oldest House Museum. Open to the public from 10:00am to 5:00pm. There will be […]
Join Environmental Educator Will Pate for a Butler Beach History Walk on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 3:00pm-4:00pm. St. Johns County coastal areas have lots of stories to tell and Butler Beach's is historically significant. Walk back in time and learn about the rich African-American history here at our doorsteps. Meet at Butler Park East […]
Join us on the Backyard Stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for Pecha Kucha Volume 20: Turn The Page. This free event is on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 6:00pm. Pecha kucha (pronounced peh-CHAKH-cha) is Japanese for chit chat. Speakers share their stories in 400 seconds against a rolling backdrop of 20 images with only […]
Summer Music & Art Camp Registration Great news! The Friends of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre (FOSAA) popular Summer camps are returning for 2024! Summer Music & Art Camp and Camp Rock are designed to encourage children to appreciate and explore the arts. Summer Music & Art Camp Information Applications for the 2024 Summer Music & […]
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine […]
Join SJC Parks Naturalist Will Pate from 9:00am-11:00am on Saturday, March 2, 2024 for Weed Wrangle. Take part in a statewide volunteer effort to help rescue our public parks and green spaces from invasive species! Hands-on removal of harmful trees, vines and flowering shrubs at the Minnie Street Walkover. All necessary supplies will be provided. […]