St. Augustine Music Festival 2026
Be sure to save the dates for one of the nation’s largest, free classical music festivals … the St. Augustine Music Festival 2026. Celebrating two decades of world-class music in a beautiful setting!
When: Friday, Saturday & Sunday | June 19-21 and June 26-28, 2026 at 7:30pm (doors open at 7:00pm).
Where: The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine … providing a beautiful backdrop as well as excellent acoustics!
Performance Schedule
Friday, June 19 — “Voices of Freedom: American Music for Juneteenth” … a powerful celebration of American music, history, and cultural memory. Featuring the SAMF Chamber Orchestra along with acclaimed baritone Robert Sims.
Saturday, June 20 — “Mozart and More” … an intimate evening of chamber music featuring masterworks by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Robert Schumann.
Sunday, June 21 — “Elegance and Fire: Masterpieces of the Classical Spirit “ … capturing both the refinement and intensity of the Classical tradition. Featuring works by Edvard Grieg, Joseph Haydn, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Friday, June 26 — “Chamber Virtusity: The Art of Ensemble” … a dynamic program showcasing the precision, energy, and expressive power of musicians performing in close collaboration. Featuring works Benjamin Picard, Guillaume Connesson, and Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.
Saturday, June 27 — “250th National Celebration: American Landscapes” … a concert honoring the nation’s rich cultural and artistic traditions through music. Featuring works by iconic composers including Aaron Copland and other leading voices in American music.
Sunday, June 28 — “20th Anniversary Concert” … marking two decades of bringing world-class classical music to the St. Augustine community. This special performance brings together distinguished artists, celebrated repertoire, and unforgettable moments from across the festival’s history.
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The mission of the St. Augustine Music Festival is to produce, perform, and promote a world-class traditional and contemporary classical/chamber music experience to a diverse audience in an accessible, welcoming, and uplifting environment to enhance the quality of life within the community through the inspiring power of music.
