Mark your calendars for the family-friendly, 2nd annual Hastings Main Street Fall Festival of Art 2024.  Featuring immersive art, a cottage artisan market, meet-and-greets with renowned artists, kids’ activities, live music, food trucks, and more. When: Saturday, November 30, 2024 --- 10:00am-4:00pm Sunday, December 1, 2024     --- 10:00am-3:00pm What's Happening The Cottage Artisan Market [...]

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). Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s gundeck and last approximately 15 minutes. Occasionally, they take place on the grounds outside of [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

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 2-mile walk with exercises in [...]

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 [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

Gentle Yoga Over 50 - Fall 2024 Looking for a yoga class to strengthen your core and increase your flexibility?   Join SJC Parks & Rec at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center Gymnasium on Tuesday & Thursday mornings.   Ages 50+. Offering eight-week yoga sessions, each consisting of 16 classes. Date | Time:  Tuesdays & Thursdays [...]

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 [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Join SJC Parks & Rec in the gymnasium at Solomon Calhoun Community Center for Adult Yoga - Fall 2024.   Ages 18 and up.  Offering eight-week yoga sessions, each consisting of 16 classes. Date | Time:  Tuesdays & Thursdays -- October 15 to December 5, 2024 | 6:00pm-7:00pm Please Note: No class on: November 5, 26, & [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

Stop by the St. Augustine Beach Pier Park for the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market.  You'll find quality goods at affordable prices. Market Hours November through April:   8:00am -  1:00pm May through October:         8:00am - 12:00pm Learn something new from a farmer, grower, or local artist!  Vendors include:  farms, hot foods and food trucks, grocery and [...]

Parents/guardians ... be sure to sign your toddler up for the Crafty Tots Class.  Bring out their creative side!  Especially close to the Holidays. Toddlers will complete a special craft with the help of their parent or guardian. And, they get to take home that special craft. There will also be a storytime and a [...]

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 [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

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 2-mile walk with exercises in [...]

Gentle Yoga Over 50 - Fall 2024 Looking for a yoga class to strengthen your core and increase your flexibility?   Join SJC Parks & Rec at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center Gymnasium on Tuesday & Thursday mornings.   Ages 50+. Offering eight-week yoga sessions, each consisting of 16 classes. Date | Time:  Tuesdays & Thursdays [...]

Join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom for 'Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve' on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm.  Explore the wonders at the reserve! Each month will focus on a different topic using words, pictures, and numbers to learn more about what we observe. Meet at the Trailhead Pavilion picnic tables. [...]

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 [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

Once again, it's time for the Lightner Museum Holiday Night Market.  Save the date - Thursday, December 5, 2024 from 5:00pm-8:30pm.  Family-friendly! Shop from a carefully curated selection of over 35 local craftspeople, artisans, and local businesses for all of your festive shopping needs.  You're bound to find that perfect holiday gift. Kids - of [...]

While you're out and about, head to the St. Augustine Uptown Block Party.  Usually on the last Thursday of the month  -- we've changed it up for December.   Come join us on December 5, 2024 from 5:00pm-9:00pm! Come check out all the businesses that are Uptown.  Located just North of Ripley's, there are quite a [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Join SJC Parks & Rec in the gymnasium at Solomon Calhoun Community Center for Adult Yoga - Fall 2024.   Ages 18 and up.  Offering eight-week yoga sessions, each consisting of 16 classes. Date | Time:  Tuesdays & Thursdays -- October 15 to December 5, 2024 | 6:00pm-7:00pm Please Note: No class on: November 5, 26, & [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

Join a Park Ranger at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on the First Friday of the month for a Garden Walk.  Learn about the history of Washington Oaks while exploring the beautiful formal gardens. Meet in the Garden parking lot at 10:00am. Walk is approximately one hour. No registration required.  Included with park entry fee. [...]

Are you a new volunteer at GTM Research Reserve?  Have you been to the GTM New Volunteer Orientation at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center?  Not yet. Then be sure to check it out ... held the first Friday of the month. Time: 10:00am-11:30am Learn: the GTM NERR program overview | Volunteer Rules & Responsibilities [...]

Veterans ... be sure to register for the free Military Veteran Paddleboarding - Trout Creek.  Get out in nature and explore the waters of Trout Creek. Date|Time:   Friday, December 6, 2024 -- 10:00am-1:00pm Location:  Trout Creek Park Boat Ramp Designed in partnership with the VA to provide an opportunity for all military veterans to Paddleboard [...]

Festival of Trees 2024 Join St. Francis House and Port in the Storm for a festive display of theme decorated trees and wreaths ... all available for silent auction!  All funds raised help St. Francis House and Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center. Limelight Theatre Viewing This year the fun begins on December 6 [...]

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 [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

While you are out and about for First Friday Art Walk, be sure to stop by the Artisan's Holiday Night Market at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum!  Friday, December 6, 2024 -- 4:00pm-8:00pm in the Courtyard. Still needing a Christmas gift or two?! Here's your opportunity.  Featuring local artisans with handcrafted gifts, a children's corner, cider [...]

First Friday Art Walk Join us rain or shine for First Friday Art Walk in St. Augustine!  Galleries open their doors from 5:00pm-9:00pm so you can check out the newest art exhibits while enjoying refreshments and live entertainment. Most galleries are within walking distance of each other. Some are a short ride away over the [...]

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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday season for their 15th Annual Candlelight Tours.  These special tours are on select evenings during St. Augustine's 'Nights of Lights' Celebration. Over 100 candles can be found aglow throughout the Museum as you take the state of the art audio guided tour.  Victorian and [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Join us at the Cathedral Basilica for the First Friday Art Walk Concert, the first Friday of each month.  Enjoy listening to a variety of music in a beautiful setting where the acoustics are great. Free and open to the public. A free-will offering of $10.00 is appreciated. Doors open 5:30pm | Concert begins at [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6:30pm-8:00pm -- reenactors will be at the Castillo de San Marcos participating in Enemy at the Gates.  As you walk around a lantern and torch lite Castillo, history [...]

Castillo by Candlelight: Enemy at the Gates History comes to life in this after-hours event as townspeople get caught up in the 1740 bombardment and siege of St. Augustine.  That's when British forces, led by General James Oglethorpe, laid siege and were poised to run the Spanish from the Ancient City.  Citizens, terrified about the [...]

Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum this Holiday season for their 15th Annual Candlelight Tours.  These special tours are on select evenings during St. Augustine's 'Nights of Lights' Celebration. Over 100 candles can be found aglow throughout the Museum as you take the state of the art audio guided tour.  Victorian and [...]

A Classic Theatre presents It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play ... at The Waterworks. About It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play By Joe Landry. Directed by Grace Reed Experience a unique twist on the beloved holiday classic as it is retold in the form of a live 1940s radio [...]

Check out the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm.   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 Pets please! The St. Augustine [...]

Be sure to mark your calendars for the annual St. Augustine Christmas Parade in downtown St. Augustine .... Saturday, December 7, 2024.  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 [...]

Join us at Fort Mose on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am and for Militia Muster. Visitors will see the Fort Mose Militia bring the 18th century back to life. Witness the weapons drills, which includes musket firings, and interpretations. Children of all ages are welcome to participate in children’s militia training, including [...]

Bring the kids and join us at Lightner Museum for Storytime in the Garden ... Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am.  We'll be reading Wild Symphony by Dan Brown, illustrated by Susan Batori. Following the reading, there will be a hands-on craft that explores the fun of making music. About Storytime in the Garden This [...]

Festival of Trees 2024 Join St. Francis House and Port in the Storm for a festive display of theme decorated trees and wreaths ... all available for silent auction!  All funds raised help St. Francis House and Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center. Limelight Theatre Viewing This year the fun begins on December 6 [...]

Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6:30pm-8:00pm -- reenactors will be at the Castillo de San Marcos participating in Enemy at the Gates.  As you walk around a lantern and torch lite Castillo, history [...]

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). Demonstrations are usually on the Castillo’s gundeck and last approximately 15 minutes. Occasionally, they take place on the grounds outside of [...]

Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association for the Fantastic Florida Exhibit, November 1 - December 29, 2024.  Also online for those not able to stop in. 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 [...]

Be sure to stop by the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Sister Cities of St. Augustine Exhibit. Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of St. Augustine’s Sister City relationship with Aviles, Spain!  In-Gallery and Online November 1 through December 29, 2024. This multi-media exhibits brings two artists and longtime friends - Amado "Favila" González [...]

Come and join us at Armstrong Park on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from Noon to 5:00pm for the Gullah Geechee Heritage Festival.   Start your day with the Rails to Trails Bicycle Tour at 9:00am (click event website link for details). Celebrating 450 years of West African influence in St. Johns County!  Immerse yourself in authentic [...]

Vilano Holiday Village 2024 The Vilano Holiday Village is returning ... starting every Saturday from November 30 through December 21, 2024.  Celebrate the magic of the holidays in Vilano Beach. Join us for family-friendly, festive fun ... including appearances by Santa, caroling, a holiday market, a thrilling murder mystery night, tree lighting, and even the [...]

Stop by the Colonial Quarter between Saturday, November 23, 2024 and January 1, 2025 to check out the first Nights of Lights Holiday Market! Entrance is on St. George Street. * Interactive Holiday Shopping Experience for One-of-a-Kind Gifts * Family Photo Ops * and Fun Hours: Sunday - Thursday -- 3:00pm-9:00pm Friday & Saturday -- [...]

A Classic Theatre presents It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play ... at The Waterworks. About It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play By Joe Landry. Directed by Grace Reed Experience a unique twist on the beloved holiday classic as it is retold in the form of a live 1940s radio [...]

The St. Augustine Beach Pier Park is where you want to be for Surf Illumination 2024 -- December 7 from 4:00pm-7:00pm! (Times need confirmed) This annual, family-favorite event features the lighting of the St. Augustine Beach Christmas tree as well as: Holiday Music * Children’s Activities * Balloon Twister * Arts & Crafts Vendors * And, of [...]

Join us at The Amp for some Free family-friendly fun ... the 2nd annual Holiday Celebration .... Home Alone Movie Night.  Brought to you by the Friends of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre (FOSAA)! First 300 kids get a free T-shirt!   And, everyone has a chance to win great door prizes, including a guitar signed by [...]

Be sure to stop by the Villa Zorayda Museum for one of their Holiday Evenings Tours. ... after hours on select Saturdays during St. Augustine's "Nights of Lights Celebration". Come explore the museum after dark with all of the beautiful Holiday decorations.  Learn about the building's impressive 140 years of history and its' art and [...]

Festival of Trees 2024 Join St. Francis House and Port in the Storm for a festive display of theme decorated trees and wreaths ... all available for silent auction!  All funds raised help St. Francis House and Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center. Limelight Theatre Viewing This year the fun begins on December 6 [...]

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 [...]

Magical Holiday Character Rides for Nights of Lights Get ready for a festive adventure like no other!  Choose your favorite holiday character and hop aboard one of The Tasting Tours' magical, holiday-themed rides where you'll meet a delightful, quirky cast member ready to entertain, enchant, and surprise you on an unforgettable holiday journey! 🎄 Meet [...]

Be sure to mark your calendars for the annual Palm Valley Holiday Boat Parade beginning at 6:00pm on Saturday, December 7, 2024. View the decorated boats from docks, local restaurants, and noted public viewing areas along the 7 miles of Palm Valley's Intracoastal Waterway.  The up-close interaction makes it a truly unique experience.  And, for [...]

Nights of Lights: Group Carriage + Wine Rides (shared) Join The Tasting Tours for the 'Social Event of the Season' .... a festive ride that's brimming with holiday magic!  Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander through the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine all aglow with millions of tiny white lights. It's the [...]

Nights of Lights Private Carriage + Wine Rides Carriage + Wine = Happy!   Join the Tasting Tours and step aboard your very own Private old-fashioned, horse-drawn carriage and let the magic of the season sweep you away!  Whether it's a romantic escape for two or you want to share the enchantment with friends, our carriages [...]

Colonial Night Watch Events 2024 - Encampment and Torchlight Parade Join us for the Historic Florida Militia's Colonial Night Watch Events 2024. Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6:30pm-8:00pm -- reenactors will be at the Castillo de San Marcos participating in Enemy at the Gates.  As you walk around a lantern and torch lite Castillo, history [...]

Experience the Nutcracker like you've never seen it before.  Christmas FANTASTIQUE tells the classic holiday story of “The Nutcracker” through the language of dance ... featuring classical ballet, as well as tap, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and acro dance!   Professional dancers, actors, magicians, and vocalists join young dancers on stage for the holiday extravaganza. Christmas [...]

Get ready for a festive night of laughter and surprises at Holiday Hootenanny!  The Improv 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. Whether you're a Scrooge [...]