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St. Augustine St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2018
Get your green on!!! Don’t miss the only St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Northeast Florida! The St. Patrick's Day Parade is an annual celebration of St. Augustine’s Celtic heritage and the Emerald Isle’s most revered saint. It follows a route throughout downtown and finishes at Francis Field in time for the beginning of the Celtic Music and Heritage Festival! The parade route leaves Francis Field (Riberia Street and Orange Street) heading East on Orange Street, South onto Avenida Menendez, then…
Find out more »Nahko’s My Name Is Bear Tour
Hip-hop and folk rock artist Nahko and his “My Name Is Bear Tour” will be performing at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. An Oregon-native born a mix of Puerto Rican, Native American and Filipino bloodlines, Nahko considers himself a citizen in services to the planet. Disillusioned by the world around him and inspired by vagabond, Americana musicians and storytellers like Conor Oberst and Bob Dylan, Nahko left home as a teenager in search of adventure and self discovery. His talents…
Find out more »Foreigner Returns to the Amphitheatre
Rock icons Foreigner returns to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for a very special performance featuring The Dave Eggar Orchestra. Foreigner continues to rock the charts more than 40 years into the game with massive airplay and continued Billboard 200 album success. With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 10 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now…
Find out more »Commemoration of Founding of Fort Mose
Come out to the 5th Annual Commemoration of the Founding of Fort Mose in 1738, the first free community of ex-slaves called Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose or Fort Mose (pronounced Moh-Say). The event kicks off at 10:00am and includes re-enactors, weapons demonstrations, founding ceremonies, and fascinating lectures. Image used is from Fort Mose' website.
Find out more »1964: The Tribute “The Best Beatles Tribute on Earth”
Back by popular demand! 1964: The Tribute “The Best Beatles Tribute on Earth” will be live at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on March 17, 2018. Experience a Beatles' Concert the way it was performed over 50 year ago! Presented by Strut Productions and BPE Productions, “1964: The Tribute" focuses on the quintessential moment in history when The Beatles actually played before a LIVE audience. "1964: The Tribute" meticulously re-creates the "MAGIC" of those LIVE Beatles' performances with artful precision and unerring…
Find out more »Tiffany on Stage at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Multi-platinum, pop singer-songwriter Tiffany will be on stage at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, March 17th. Tiffany’s iconic 1987 number one hit single, “I Think We’re Alone Now”, captured the heart of a nation and catapulted her to pop superstardom. The legendary pop star has earned two number one hit singles, “I Think We’re Alone Now” and “Could’ve Been”, and set a record as the youngest female artist to top the Billboard charts with her debut album. In…
Find out more »Hall of Fame Speaker Series: Daniel & Mallon
Join us at the Hall of Fame for a special Speaker Series featuring Class of 2000 Inductee and 33-time LPGA Champion, Beth Daniel, and Class of 2017 Inductee and 18-time LPGA Champion, Meg Mallon. Daniel and Mallon will share some of their greatest career moments, including the moment they received golf’s highest honor – becoming enshrined into the World Golf Hall of Fame. Check out artifacts from their illustrious careers and enjoy an autograph signing with the Hall of Famers…
Find out more »A Day To Remember with Special Guests
Pop-punk, metal core band A Day To Remember and their "15 Years in the Making" Tour featuring special guests Papa Roach, Falling In Reverse, and The Devil Wears Prada will be performing at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Over the past several years, each of A Day To Remember’s releases have hit #1 on Billboard’s Rock, Indie and/or Alternative Charts. They’ve also sold more than a million units, racked up over 400 million Spotify streams and 500 million You Tube views,…
Find out more »Old Town Art Show at Francis Field
Join us for the 7th Annual Old Town Art Show! The show will feature nearly 100 top-notch artists and craftsmen from Northeast Florida and around the country. This is a juried art and fine craft event where each exhibitor is carefully selected with only the best work being accepted in each category. Admission is free! Click on the event website link for additional information.
Find out more »Castillo by Candlelight: Women’s Work – Keeping the Colony Alive
In honor of Women's History Month, the Castillo de San Marco will host a special evening event, Castillo by Candlelight: Women’s Work – Keeping the Colony Alive. Although St. Augustine was primarily a military city throughout its more than 450 years of history, it could not have survived or thrived without the ladies of the community and the skills they possessed. Join us to meet women from St. Augustine's past. Learn about the city's rich history through their unique stories. …
Find out more »Sunset and Full Moon Paddle
Join Anastasia Watersports and experience breathtaking views as the sun sets and the full-moon rises illuminating the Salt Run tidal basin during the Sunset and Full Moon Paddle. Multiple watercraft options include single kayaks, tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Private boats welcome at a lower rate. Includes an interpretive, storytelling element during the paddle. Please check in at Anastasia Watersports 15 minutes prior to departure. Call Anastasia Watersports at 904-460-9111 or email, info@anastasiawatersports.com, to make a reservation. Cost: $35 for…
Find out more »Sunset / Moonrise at St. Augustine Lighthouse
Enjoy a Sunset and Full Moonrise from the most unique perspective of all... atop the St. Augustine Lighthouse! This special event includes a champagne toast (provided by San Sebastian Winery) and light hors d'oeuvres (provided by The Reef). Reservations are required and space is limited. Click on the event website link to make your reservations and for more information.
Find out more »Moonrise at the Beach
Join us at the beachside pavilion to watch the full moon rise at the beach. Learn fun and interesting moon myths and facts and the effects of the moon on the tidal ecosystem while enjoying the spectacular rise of the full moon. All ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a camera for beautiful photo opportunities! Meet at the beachside pavilion on the east side of the park. This event is subject to cancellation due to weather…
Find out more »Easter Sunday Promenade
Come show off your best Easter Sunday attire at the Easter Sunday Promenade, an annual social event held prior to the Easter Parade. Locals and visitors are encouraged to put on their Easter "finery" and congregate at the Gazebo in the Plaza de la Constitucion, between King Street and Cathedral Place. There are judges and prizes to be won. Categories include: Best Easter Hat, Best Dressed Family, Best Dressed Little Boy, Best Dressed Little Girl, Best Dressed Mother/Daughter, and Best…
Find out more »Easter Parade in St. Augustine
Join us for the Annual Easter Parade in St. Augustine! This family-friendly parade includes St. Augustine's Royal Family, the Easter Bunny, clowns, drill teams, community floats and marching bands. Come early to get your spot! The parade begins at the Old Jail on San Marco and continues South to Avenida Menendez, turns right onto Cathedral Place, then makes another right onto Cordova Street to finish behind the Visitors Information Center. Easter Sunday Parade Route. Parking will be prohibited all day…
Find out more »St. Augustine Race Week 2018
St. Augustine Race Week 2018 returns! This spectacular event began strictly for sailors, but has turned into a community-wide sailing celebration with several events for spectators to watch. There are also ceremonies, parties, live music and food that will be hosted at the St. Augustine Yacht Club. Competitive Events, held off the coast of St. Augustine and in Matanzas Bay, include: April 5-7, 2018 -- Offshore Races April 5-6, 2018 -- Inshore Races April 7-8, 2018 -- Youth Racing Please…
Find out more »Historic Tours of Flagler College
Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside Flagler College? Imagined what it was like when it was the Hotel Ponce de Leon? Historic Tours of Flagler College highlight the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, a nationally designated historic landmark building, built by Henry Flagler in 1888. Millionaire industrialist/developer Henry Morrison Flagler envisioned creating an American Riviera in St. Augustine and the Hotel Ponce de Leon, now Flagler College, has recaptured the architectural spirit of…
Find out more »Dark of the Moon Tour at St. Augustine Lighthouse
Discover the history and mystery of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Investigate the most haunted place in St. Augustine during the Dark of the Moon Tour! With only a glow stick for lighting, guides share paranormal history and experiences of people who have visited, lived, or worked at the Lighthouse. Featured on TAPS/Ghost Hunters, CNN, Parade Magazine, Fox News, and The Weather Channel. Tour Prices $20 -- Children 12 & under / $25 -- Adults Limited space is…
Find out more »23rd Annual Rhythm & Ribs
Mark your calendars! It's time for the 23rd Annual Rhythm & Ribs Festival featuring award winning Bar-B-Que from 7 regional and national BBQ Champions! The Festival also includes continuous live music, arts & crafts, and children's games, rides and activities. Festival Times & Admission Prices Friday, April 6, 2018 -- 5:00pm-10:00pm Adults $10 / Kids 15 and Under Free Saturday, April 7, 2018 -- 11:00am-10:00pm Adults $10 / Kids 15 and Under Free Sunday, April 8, 2018 …
Find out more »Hank Williams Jr. in Concert
Country Music Entertainer of the Year, Grammy Award Winner, and Country Music Hall of Famer Hank Williams Jr. will be in concert at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Friday, April 6, 2018. His extremely impressive resume has spawned 70 million albums sold worldwide, six platinum albums, 20 gold albums, 13 Number 1 albums, and 10 Number 1 singles. In 2016, marking 52 years since his first album, Hank Jr. released "It's About Time". In addition to the history-making “Are You…
Find out more »Tommy Emmanuel with guest Anthony Snape in Concert
Australian guitar virtuoso and master finger-picker Tommy Emmanuel will be in concert at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall with special guest Anthony Snape. Emmanuel has achieved enough musical milestones to satisfy several lifetimes. He was touring regional Australia with his family band at the age of six. By 30, he was a rock n’ roll lead guitarist burning up stadiums in Europe and at 44, he became one of five people ever named a Certified Guitar Player by his idol,…
Find out more »Last Outpost of the British Empire Re-enactment Event
In 1783, the Revolutionary War is almost over - Britain has lost. In the course of the war, troops of the South Carolina Royalists have paid the price of loyalty to King George by losing everything they own. Now, there are troubling rumors that the British government intends to return Florida to the Spanish. For the tiny British garrison at Fort Matanzas National Monument, portrayed by Florida Living History, Inc.'s volunteers, this news means that they have, once again, been…
Find out more »Fishnet Making & Casting Demonstration
Discover the old ways during our Fishnet Making & Casting Demonstration. A cultural foodways practice well known by locals, Mike Usina shares his Menorcan heritage and knowledge with us all. This Nation's Oldest Port® demonstration is included with your admission! We look forward to your visit.
Find out more »St. Augustine Art Association Spring Members Show
The St. Augustine Art Association Spring Members Show will be on display April 6-29, 2018. The exhibition of works, in varied styles and media, is created by Art Association members. Join us on April 6th, from 5:00-9:00pm, for our Opening Reception during First Friday Art Walk! Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: Noon to 4:00pm Sunday: 2:00pm-5:00pm Monday: Closed
Find out more »4th Annual Old City Steam Art Show
It's time for the 4th Annual Old City Steam Art Show. Are you ready?! This year we're at the Anastasia Ballroom on the 3rd floor of the DoubleTree by Hilton St. Augustine Historic District. Whether you're an avia steampunker or just interested to see what we're all about, come check us out! We're open to the public! Entry $10 per person at the door. Free parking directly across the street.
Find out more »Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway
Neil Berg’s widely acclaimed 100 Years of Broadway, a musical revue of Broadway’s most celebrated shows, features a dazzling cast of four to five Broadway stars accompanied by an all-star New York band. 100 Years of Broadway recreates the greatest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, CATS, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Jekyll & Hyde. These amazing performers light up the stage with songs…
Find out more »Art & Architecture Walking Tour
The St. Augustine Art Association invites the public to discover St. Augustine's rich artistic heritage during an Art & Architecture Walking Tour. Led by an art historian, the 90-minute guided tour through the historic streets of Old Town highlights iconic paintings, Spanish, Colonial, and Victorian architecture, stained glass, monuments, murals, public sculptures, artist studios, galleries, and more. Participants will learn about the St. Augustine Art Colony, Flager Era, and epic story of St. Augustine's founding through the unique perspective of…
Find out more »Behind the Scenes Tour at the Lighthouse
While you're at the St. Augustine Lightouse & Museum, take advantage of the Behind the Scenes Tour. Included in general admission, it's a guided tour of Lighthouse history, wooden boatbuilding and shipwreck archaeology. Tour Times: 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm and 3:00pm. Tours are approximately an hour. Click on the event website link for additional information.
Find out more »Harlem Renaissance Experience at Lincolnville Museum
Don your headsets and enjoy a unique experience in 2D, 3D, and VR (Virtual Reality) as you are spirited away to Harlem’s Renaissance during the 1920’s. This traveling exhibit, designed for adults as well as students, visits influential musicians, artists and writers from Florida who contributed to the movement. The experience explores the infamous integrated Savoy Ballroom owned by “Gangster” Moe Paddon and takes you on a virtual tour of live dance performances in an authentic speakeasy. The Broward County Library…
Find out more »STYX and Don Felder at the Amphitheatre
Two juggernaut icons of classic rock, STYX and Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles), will be in concert at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Friday, April 13. Since 1999 (yes 1999), the six men comprising STYX (Tommy Shaw, James “JY” Young, Chuck Panozzo, Todd Sucherman, Lawrence Gowan, and Ricky Phillips) have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide by averaging over 100 shows a year every year. Each one of them is committed to making the…
Find out more »The Black Angels with guest Black Lips in Concert
Indie psychedelic garage rock groups, The Black Angels with guest Black Lips, will be live from the Backyard Stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for "The Birds and the Bees Tour". The Black Angels are Stephanie Bailey (drums, percussion, Philicorda), Christian Bland (guitar, Mellotron, bass, vocals, Vox Continental), Jake Garcia (guitar, bass, vocals), Kyle Hunt (bass, guitar, organ, Moog, Rheem MK VII), and Alex Maas (lead vocals, bass, harmonium). "Our music has always been driven by the fear of the…
Find out more »Dr. Dog at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Philadelphia Indie Rock group, Dr. Dog, and special guest Kyle Craft, will be at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on April 15th. Dr. Dog are part of a long tradition of D.I.Y. pop oddballs who blend unapologetic '60s pop worship with lo-fi recording techniques and an apparent disregard for current trends. The group began as a part-time offshoot of the more traditional indie rock act Raccoon. Over the course of several years, guitarist Toby Leaman and drummer Scott McMicken found…
Find out more »Vilano Fest 2018…Tunes, Tastings, and Tours
Join us for Vilano Fest 2018...Tunes, Tastings, and Tours. Start off with the Sea Turtle Soiree on April 20 from 7:00pm-10:00pm. This event on the Vilano Pier brings back a 1920s themed party complete with an 8-piece band, food and drinks and partying under covered tents! The Tour of Homes on Saturday, April 21, from 10:00am until 6:00pm, showcases the great homes in the community that highlight the history, uniqueness, and novelty no other place possesses. Come be amazed by…
Find out more »Pups & Sups Surfing Competition
Join us at the 1st Annual Pups and Sups, a dog surfing contest to benefit K-9 for Warriors. All friendly dogs and their owners are welcome to compete or join us in cheering for the best and brightest! No experience necessary. Bring your own board or borrow one courtesy of Surf Station. Pawticipants will be able to compete in either the small, medium, or large divisions for prizes! Check-in Time: 8:00am-8:30am // Competition Start Time: 8:30am Registration is $40 /…
Find out more »Castillo De San Marcos Free Admission
National Park Week, April 21-29, 2018, is America's largest celebration of national heritage. Explore amazing places, discover open spaces! Celebrate by visiting our National Parks....especially on April 21st when admission is free! Come explore the Castillo de San Marcos! Don't forget Fort Matanzas National Monument is always free!
Find out more »EPIC’s Annual Flower & Garden Expo
Looking to enhance, revitalize or update your yard with vibrant, colorful plants and flowers? Then mark your calendars for our annual Flower & Garden Expo, a rain or shine event, every April! A popular event in NE Florida, the Flower and Garden Expo will delight gardeners of all ages with growers, nurseries and artisans from around the state offering shoppers every item to make your garden all it can be! Every year, this show features a variety of vendors bringing…
Find out more »Changing of the Guard Ceremony
The Changing of the Guard Ceremony commences at 6:00pm from the Colonial Quarter. One squad of soldiers, militia, and colonial civilians will march along Saint George Street to the area of the Government House where a historic interpreter will speak to the public giving them details of the performance. A short time later a second squad of soldiers will march along Saint George Street and also stop in front of the Government House. Commanding Officers will inspect the newly arrived…
Find out more »Castillo by Candlelight: Preserving the Past
In honor of National Parks Week, join us for Castillo by Candlelight: Preserving the Past. Visit the Castillo for an after-hours event from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm where you'll meet with Park Rangers and Volunteers as they share with visitors what they do to help protect our national treasures. Interpretation, maintenance, law enforcement, administration, natural resource management, volunteers, and partners all play roles is keeping places like the Castillo protected/preserved for future generations. This event is Free, but tickets…
Find out more »2nd Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out
Artists are invited to participate in an 8-day, community-wide Plein Air Paint Out in the nation's oldest city, St. Augustine. The event celebrates the town's historic, architectural and coastal beauty through the time-honored tradition of painting "en plein air", a French term for painting in the open air. Special events and activities will take place throughout the week beginning with a Quick Draw at the Lightner Museum Gardens on Sunday, April 22, from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm. The public is…
Find out more »Old 97’s Return to Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Pioneering, alt-country rock group Old 97's return to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Sunday, April 22, 2018. To say that rock and roll has been good to the Old 97's (guitarist/vocalist Rhett Miller, bassist/vocalist Murry Hammond, guitarist Ken Bethea, and drummer Philip Peeples), would be an understatement. The band emerged from Dallas over 20 years ago at the forefront of a musical movement blending rootsy, country-influenced songwriting with punk rock energy and delivery. The New York Times has described…
Find out more »10,000 Maniacs Onstage at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
10,000 Maniacs, the pioneering Nineties alternative and college rock group, will be onstage at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on April 25, 2018. One of the most critically acclaimed bands of the last three decades, 10,000 Maniacs were founded by Robert Buck, Dennis Drew, Steven Gustafson, John Lombardo and Natalie Merchant in the fall of 1981. Jerry Augustyniak joined in 1983. Together with artists like R.E.M. they defined college rock and created the first wave of alternative rock bands and…
Find out more »Yanni at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Legendary performer and composer Yanni will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Live at the Acropolis live on stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Live at the Acropolis, released in 1994, is the first ever live album and concert video from the maestro. Recorded at the Herodes Atticus Theatre in Athens with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra from London, the concert took a year and a half to complete. The album was mixed and produced by Yanni in his home studio…
Find out more »The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko
St. Augustine's Most Amazing Performance! The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko is a professionally produced performance filled with Incredible Illusions, Hilarious Comedy, and Adventurous Audience Participation. Whether you are staring in awe as Viktor floats an audience member above the stage, laughing hysterically as he demonstrates his ability as a Human Lie Detector, or applauding wildly as he reads your mind, The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko will be one of the highlights of your visit to St.…
Find out more »Annual Taste of St. Augustine at Amphitheatre
Everyone likes to eat! The annual Taste of St. Augustine highlights the culinary heritage and culture of St. Johns County by showcasing new restaurants and established favorites. Sample our local cuisine and learn about our area’s food culture! You'll be greeted with the sights, sounds and delectable aromas from an eclectic mix of St. Augustine restaurants – from the casual to the upscale. When you pay your $5 admission (children admitted free and free parking), you'll receive a map which…
Find out more »Moonrise at the Beach
Join us at the beachside pavilion to watch the full moon rise at the beach. Learn fun and interesting moon myths and facts and the effects of the moon on the tidal ecosystem while enjoying the spectacular rise of the full moon. All ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a camera for beautiful photo opportunities! Meet at the beachside pavilion on the east side of the park. This event is subject to cancellation due to weather…
Find out more »Food, Wine, Beer & Carriage Tours!
Eat, Drink and Experience St. Augustine with The Tasting Tours! Food, Wine and Beer…need we say more?! TASTE the difference as you TOUR ST. AUGUSTINE! Experience one of the highest rated food tour companies in Florida! As seen in Travel and Leisure Magazine, The Tasting Tours is ranked #1 for the best activities to do in St. Augustine! We offer 3-hour award-winning food and wine pairing tours, that explore the exciting history and culture, which makes St. Augustine a top…
Find out more »Lightner Museum Curator Tour
On the first Wednesday of the month (September – May), join Lightner Museum Curator Barry Myers for a themed, interactive tour designed to give participants an opportunity to see acquisitions in operation rather than just as static displays. The tour offers guests an intimate encounter with a select few of the Lightner's eclectic relics. Shopping was alive and robust during the Victorian era. The Lightner Museum, which was formerly the Alcazar Hotel built by Henry Flagler in 1888, was surrounded…
Find out more »Food Tours, Pub Tours, Pet-Friendly, History, Scavenger Hunts
Are you looking for the MOST FUN TOURS in St. Augustine? Join us on one of our #1 RATED TOURS IN THE CITY. We offer delectable Food Tours, Fun and Entertaining Pub Crawls, and Exciting Historic and Pub Crawl Scavenger Hunts and straight up Historic Walking Tours. We also offer fun Pet-Friendly versions of our Food Tour, Historic Pub Crawl & Walking Tour for you and your best friend. Take your group on a St Augustine Scavenger Hunts for everyone…
Find out more »Romanza Festivale of the Arts
Join us for the Romanza Festivale of the Arts celebrating the arts and music. This annual event, held May 4-13, 2018, features more than 80 events and exhibits and is at various venues in St. Augustine. Daily events include music and dance performances, concerts, art shows, dramatic productions, and much more at various times and locations throughout the city. Some of the events include the Gamble Rogers Music Festival, Kaleidoscope of Dance, Cindo de Mayo Celebration, and more. Many events…
Find out more »St. Augustine Art Association Opening Reception
Join us from 5:00pm-9:00pm at the St. Augustine Art Association during the First Friday Art Walk for the Opening Reception of new exhibits and presentations. Visit the Art Association's website for all the details on the current months' exhibit; they change on a monthly basis. During this month's event, the award winning plein air artisits will be announced at 7:00pm followed by a musical performance by First Coast Opera, "Opera Ole". The event is free and open to the public.…
Find out more »23rd Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival
The 23rd Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival will be held May 4-6, 2018 at the Colonial Quarter. Under the umbrella of the Romanza Festivale of the Arts, the festival features live Americana music, storytelling, family activities and more. Local, regional, and national groups will be performing on four stages. Along with three full days of great music, the Gamble Rogers Festival offers plenty of food and drink available at the Colonial Quarter's restaurants and beverage sales areas, a jam area,…
Find out more »Todrick Hall American: The Forbidden Tour
The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall proudly presents Broadway actor, singer, dancer and Streamy Award Winner Todrick Hall and his Todrick Hall American: The Forbidden Tour. The tour will feature a brand new storyline with new songs, costumes, and production and will travel throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Hall, a singer, songwriter, dancer, actor, choreographer, costume designer, playwright and director, rose to fame as a semi-finalist on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010. He focused…
Find out more »St. Augustine Cruisers Annual Car & Truck Show
If it's classic cars/trucks that you like, then join us for the 16th Annual St. Augustine Cruisers Annual Car & Truck Show on May 5, 2018. You'll find classic cars, vintage cars, hot rods, replicas and other motorized vehicles...all makes and models! Entry is free for spectators from 9:00am to 4:00pm! Food, music and entertainment will be offered all day. Door prize drawings and a 50/50 raffle are on the schedule. Registration for the show begins at 8 am and…
Find out more »Change of Flags Ceremony at Castillo
During the Change of Flags Ceremony, The National Park Service will reenact the change of flags between the Spanish and the British in 1763. Join national park staff, volunteers, and the St. Augustine Garrison for this event that commemorates the 1763 transfer from Spanish control to British rule. Visitors will see the changing of the guard, the massing of the Spanish and British Troops, the exchange of the keys, and the changing of the flags. The event will be carried…
Find out more »Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Plaza
Romanza Festivale brings two Latin Bands to the Gazebo to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Plaza. Caribeño Tropical, the premier Latin Band from Tampa, plays all genres of Latin music such as Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, Bolero, Danzón, Latin Jazz and more. Mariachi Garibaldi, an authentic style Mariachi band from Tampa, plays original songs and also covers of famous Mexican artists such Juan Gabriel, Vicente Fernandez, Jose Jose, Antonio Aguilar and many others. Their unique sound represents the street style…
Find out more »The National at the Amphitheatre
Grammy-nominated, Indie group The National will be performing at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre in the band’s only Florida appearance this summer. Special guest opening act will be Big Thief. It's been four year since the release of "Trouble Will Find Me" and during that time, members of the National have been working on new songs and a new release. They've been working on ideas; not rushing it. With members now living in five different cities, the band made an extra…
Find out more »Historic Tours of Flagler College
Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside Flagler College? Imagined what it was like when it was the Hotel Ponce de Leon? Historic Tours of Flagler College highlight the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, a nationally designated historic landmark building, built by Henry Flagler in 1888. Millionaire industrialist/developer Henry Morrison Flagler envisioned creating an American Riviera in St. Augustine and the Hotel Ponce de Leon, now Flagler College, has recaptured the architectural spirit of…
Find out more »Vance Joy at St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Multi-platinum, indie folk singer/songwriter Vance Joy will bring his "Nation of Two World Tour" to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Joy has an original voice which at first he kept to himself. It's folk music with pop influences. His songs capture the familiar pulse of everyday experiences in a unique and celebratory manner. His lyrics will reach out to you and hold on for a moment. Vance Joy’s “Nation of Two World Tour” is his biggest headline tour to date. Along…
Find out more »Romanza Kaleidoscope of Dance
Romanza Kaleidoscope of Dance, a headliner for the Romanza Festivale of the Arts for the fourth year, showcases all styles of dance from aerial dancing, belly dancing, tap dancing to ballet and ballroom styles. The performers run the gamut from highly professional tap, hip hop, and ballroom dancers to skilled, talented students from public and private institutions to those who dance to feed their souls and nurture their bodies. Directed by Judy Woodruff, acclaimed university dance instructor, choreographer and local…
Find out more »Igor & The Red Elvises to Perform
Enjoy live music on St. Augustine Beach when Igor & The Red Elvises perform at The Original Cafe Eleven. Singer, songwriter, guitarist and showman extraordinaire Igor Yuzov is perpetually globetrotting and in the process he has found scores of wildly talented, entertaining musicians to bring into the fold of this increasingly international party band. Red Elvises started as a Russian group, playing what they dubbed "Siberian Surf Rock". Since then the band has included musicians from many other countries including…
Find out more »A Classic Theatre Presents Lysistrata
Hold on to your hats St. Augustine, the Greeks are coming when A Classic Theatre presents the classic Greek Comedy "Lysistrata". Written by Aristophanes over 2,000 years ago, it's as current as today's news. The play is a bawdy comedy celebrating the power of women and a condemnation of war. These women used the only means they had to stop their men from fighting, withholding sex! Lysistrata is the heroine who convinces women from Athens and neighboring Sparta to join…
Find out more »Cultural Influences in the Spanish Colonial Kitchen
Join park volunteers and staff for on-going demonstrations highlighting the colonial kitchen. Reenactors dressed as Spanish colonial women will describe the life of a typical woman in Saint Augustine and demonstrate how foods from three different cultures combined to create some of the best dishes available in 1740s colonial Spanish Florida. Produce from three very different cultures - Native American, African, and Spanish - will be on display, with conversations about how each of these cultures influenced the Spanish kitchen.…
Find out more »Buckethead Returns to Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
That mysterious, mask-wearing electric guitar phenomenon, Buckethead returns to play the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Buckethead is a virtuoso guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who performs within many genres of music. He's released over 300 studio recordings and 178 "pikes" in the 2014-2015 period alone. He's also performed on over 50 more albums by other artists. His music spans such diverse areas as progressive metal, funk, blues, jazz, bluegrass, and avant-garde music. Best known for his electric guitar playing, Buckethead has been…
Find out more »Chad Prather’s Star Spangled Banter Comedy Tour
Comedian, armchair philosopher, entertainer and observational humorist Chad Prather will bring his "Star Spangled Banter Comedy Tour" to the stage at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Often referred to as the “modern day Will Rogers”, Prather will deliver his comedic outlook on life, family, and current events. As early as two years old, Prather was entertaining audiences on television. He began acting at the age of six and by the age of 20, he was traveling all over the world,…
Find out more »Riding into History™ Motorcycle Concours
The 18th Annual Riding into History™ Motorcycle Concours is a world class Vintage Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance attracting over 300 antique and vintage motorcycles each year, this year featuring "A Blast From the Past" celebrating Competition Motorcycles. Collectors from all over America bring their motorcycles that are then displayed around the lake at the centerpiece of World Golf Village. There are numerous exhibitors as well as representatives from several motorcycle clubs. Spectators can enjoy the Councours d’Elegance from 10:00am-4:00pm. Admission is…
Find out more »Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour
Tolomato Cemetery, in use from the 18th century until 1884, is the last resting place for some 1,000 St. Augustinians, including many important to the history of Florida and the United States. It's an evocative place about which there are many legends and tales, but which also reveals the real stories of the real people. Burials include those of people from Spain, Cuba, Ireland, Minorca, Italy, Greece, Africa, Haiti, France and the American South and Northeast - as well as…
Find out more »Living History Saunter
Historically clad interpreters will walk saunter down St. George Street and the historic area in St. Augustine in an effort to share its rich and diverse history. During the History on the Streets Saunter, the historians will speak with visitors and residents about St. Augustine's history dating back to its founding in 1565 with one-on-one personal contact. Participants can wear historically accurate clothing depicting Saint Augustine’s history from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, commonly known as it’s Colonial Period.…
Find out more »The Pioneers of Rock ‘n Soul Show
The Pioneers of Rock 'n Soul Show is a nonstop, no holds barred production that pays tribute to many of the essential soul, blues, and early rock trailblazers. Billy Buchanan will be at the Limelight Theatre on May 23rd performing songs by Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Ray Charles, and Sam Cooke. Not to be missed! Click on the event website link to purchase tickets.
Find out more »Open House at Waterworks Building
After being closed for more than a decade, the Waterworks building in Davenport Park will be open to the public for one morning when the city hosts an Open House of the historic structure as part of its celebration of National Historic Preservation Month. On Saturday, May 26th, from 10:00am until 12:00pm, the public will have an opportunity to see the interior of the building since it was closed in 2005. Parking is available on site and at the adjacent…
Find out more »Ripley’s Kid’s Celebrity Look-Alike Contest
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in St. Augustine is having a Kid’s Celebrity Look-Alike Contest on Memorial Day, May 28th at 2pm. Does your child like dressing up? Do they have an uncanny resemblance to a superstar? If so, let them strut their stuff on the runway and compete for best child celebrity impersonator! This contest is just for kids! All participants must be 12 or under. The contest is broken up into three categories: • Female Celebrity Look-Alike •…
Find out more »Sunset Dolphin Walk
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with Marineland Dolphin Adventure to offer a FREE beach walk...Sunset Dolphin Walk! Walk the beach looking for dolphins while enjoying the beautiful sunset. During the walk, you'll get to learn all about dolphin anatomy and behavior, as well as other marine species. Walk begins at the Beach Access Area, 2750 Anahma Drive, Vilano Beach Walk Schedule Wednesday, May 30 -- 7:00pm Friday, June 1 -- 7:00pm Saturday, June 2 -- 7:00pm Wednesday,…
Find out more »Drake’s Encampment
A 16th century-style military encampment will take place at the Fountain of Youth Park and will play host to drills, demonstrations, and living history interpretation of old St. Agustin in 1586. On June 4th of that year, Sir Francis Drake approached the harbor of this Spanish colonial city with 2000 Englishmen under his command. Admission to the encampment is free with your paid admission to the Fountain of Youth. Later in the evening, at 7pm, the reenactment of the sacking…
Find out more »Drake’s Raid Reenactment
On June 4th of 1586, Sir Francis Drake approached the harbor of the Spanish colonial city of St. Agustin with 2000 Englishmen under his command. With cannons mounted opposite the Spanish wooden fort, a duel began with the Spanish forces, 300 of who would abandon the fort during the night. In the morning, the English would cross Matanzas Bay and take the fortification, driving the Spanish rear guard from the city. At 7pm, the reenactment of the sacking and burning…
Find out more »Summer Educator’s Tours at Lightner
Summer Educator's Tours at the Lightner Musuem are perfect for all ages and will be offered in lieu of the monthly Curator's Tours on June 6, July 4, and August 1 at 10:00am. The tour will vary each month. Guests will be invited to participate in the antique mechanical music demonstration beginning at 11:00am. June's tour, titled "A Picture Tells a Thousand Words", will feature historic pictures from the museum's collection of the Alcazar Hotel. By studying the photographs, visitors…
Find out more »Castillo de San Marcos Closed
On June 7, 2018, the first phase of a multi-year cannon preservation project will begin at Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Through a partnership with Texas A&M University, 25 iron cannons will receive treatments to protect them from on-going corrosion from exposure to the elements. 14 iron cannons will be removed from the fort by barge and crane. Ultimately the cannons will be transported to the Conservation Research Laboratory at Texas A&M. For the safety of the public, the…
Find out more »Paramore’s After the Laughter Summer Tour
Electronic pop-punk band Paramore, with guest Foster The People, kicks off their North American “After the Laughter Summer Tour (TOUR 5)” in St. Augustine on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. The tour is in celebration of Paramore's acclaimed fifth studio album "After Laughter", which was released May 2017. Produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen and Paramore's own Taylor York, "After Laughter" hit number one on Billboard’s U.S. Top Alternative Albums chart and the U.S. Top Rock Albums chart. It was also included on…
Find out more »Dark of the Moon Tour at Lighthouse
Discover the history and mystery of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Investigate the most haunted place in St. Augustine during the Dark of the Moon Tour! With only a glow stick for lighting, guides share paranormal history and experiences of people who have visited, lived, or worked at the Lighthouse. Featured on TAPS/Ghost Hunters, CNN, Parade Magazine, Fox News, and The Weather Channel. Tour Prices: $20 -- Children 12 & under / $25 -- Adults Limited space is…
Find out more »Battle of Bloody Mose Commemoration
In the early morning hours of June 26, 1740, the village of Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose (mo-SAY), the first, legally sanctioned free black settlement in the continental U.S., became the site of the bloodiest battle in Florida’s part in the War of Jenkins’ Ear. That day saw Florida’s Spanish soldiers, black militia, and native Yamassee auxiliaries locked in a “clash of empires” with invading English and Scottish troops from Georgia, a battle that culminated in desperate, hand-to-hand…
Find out more »Shake, Rattle and Roll: A 50’s Style Bash
Apex Theatre Studio will present “Shake, Rattle and Roll - A 50’s Style Bash” and fundraiser featuring the stars of tomorrow on Saturday, June 16 at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. The show will also feature fabulous 50’s dinner fare from St. Augustine favorite, Chef Stephen DiMare (of The Hyppo), a silent auction, ballroom dance performances by guest artists and APEX board members and faculty, and dancing for all with DJ Marlon Sulph returning for his second year. Doors 6:00pm…
Find out more »Vettes at The Village
Come out to the annual Vettes at The Village, an all-Corvette Show hosted by the North Florida Corvette Association and sponsored by Murray Bros. Caddy Shack. More than 100 Corvettes on display at the show. Vendors and Silect Auction. All proceeds are donated to Wolfson's Children Hospital. The North Florida Corvette Association, Inc. (NFCA) of Jacksonville, FL, established in the summer of 1964, was the first Florida Corvette club to seek affiliation with the National Council of Corvette Clubs (NCCC). …
Find out more »Summer Educator’s Tours at Lightner
Summer Educator's Tours at the Lightner Musuem are perfect for all ages and will be offered in lieu of the monthly Curator's Tours on June 6, July 4, and August 1 at 10:00am. The tour will vary each month. Guests will be invited to participate in the antique mechanical music demonstration beginning at 11:00am. To purchase tickets and for additional information on programs and events at the Lightner, please click on the event link.
Find out more »Barenaked Ladies “Last Summer on Earth 2018” Tour
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre welcomes the return of alternative-pop act Barenaked Ladies and their “Last Summer on Earth 2018” Tour featuring special guests Better Than Ezra and KT Tunstall. “The Last Summer on Earth tour is something we all really look forward to.” states Ed Robertson of Barenaked Ladies. "From its' inception, it’s been about putting together great live acts to give the audience a great night out. 2018 is going to be a blast because we’re touring with friends! …
Find out more »Cannon Firing at Fort Matanzas
Join reenactors to learn a little history of Fort Matanzas and watch the fort’s cannons fire. Boat tours, complete with cannon firings will take place at 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, & 3:30 pm. Each tour will last about 45 minutes. Free ferry boarding passes are required and must be picked up at the Fort Matanzas Visitor Center the day of the event. Tickets are distributed first-come, first-served for the next available tour time. Passes…
Find out more »Dark of the Moon Tour at Lighthouse
Discover the history and mystery of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Investigate the most haunted place in St. Augustine during the Dark of the Moon Tour! With only a glow stick for lighting, guides share paranormal history and experiences of people who have visited, lived, or worked at the Lighthouse. Featured on TAPS/Ghost Hunters, CNN, Parade Magazine, Fox News, and The Weather Channel. Tour Prices: $20 -- Children 12 & under / $25 -- Adults Limited space is…
Find out more »Nature & Wildlife Exhibit at Art Association
The 9th Annual Nature & Wildlife Exhibit, at the St. Augustine Art Association, explores nature in all of its beautiful forms, from plants and landscapes to the diversity of species inhabiting the oceans and great outdoors. The gallery-wide exhibit, which runs from July 21st through August 26th, features diverse artwork by some of the finest local and national artists and has a prize purse of $5000. Profits from artwork sold during the exhibit benefit conservation efforts and art education. Admission…
Find out more »Historic Tours of Flagler College
Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside Flagler College? Imagined what it was like when it was the Hotel Ponce de Leon? Historic Tours of Flagler College highlight the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, a nationally designated historic landmark building, built by Henry Flagler in 1888. Millionaire industrialist/developer Henry Morrison Flagler envisioned creating an American Riviera in St. Augustine and the Hotel Ponce de Leon, now Flagler College, has recaptured the architectural spirit of…
Find out more »Sing Out Loud Music Festival 2018
The Sing Out Loud Music Festival, the largest free music festival ever held in St. Johns County, returns this September for four weekends. Between September 1 - 23, hundreds of national, regional and local musicians will perform at various music venues around St. Augustine. The music will range from folk-tinged Indie Pop, powerhouse Soul, conscientious Punk Rock, bittersweet Americana, progressive Bluegrass, alternative Country and more. The initial artist lineup includes performances by Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, The Decemberists,…
Find out more »National Public Lands Day at Castillo
National Public Lands Day is a day that brings individuals and organizational volunteers to together to help restore the country's public lands. These are places used for outdoor recreation, education, and enjoyment...such as forests, National Parks, lakes, wildlife refuges, and more. To commemorate National Public Lands Day, the Castillo de San Marcos is offering Free Admission!
Find out more »Here Come the Mummies Return to PV Concert Hall
Eight-piece, funk-rock band Here Come the Mummies returns to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, September 22, 2018 with their The Wicked Never Rest 2018 Tour. Since their discovery, they've sold tickets by the thousands across North America; played massive festivals like Suwannee Hulaween, VoodDoo Fest, Musikfest, and more. Some say these 5000 year-old Egyptian Mummies were cursed after deflowering a great Pharaoh’s daughter. Others claim they are reincarnated Grammy-winning studio musicians. Regardless, HCTM’s mysterious personas, cunning song-craft, and…
Find out more »Founding of the Castillo Commemoration
Join park staff, volunteers, and members of Florida Living History, Inc. to commemorate the founding of Castillo de San Marcos. Throughout the day, explore how this undefeated fortress was planned and constructed to protect this community and anchor the important trade route back to Europe. Activities will be ongoing from 9:00am-3:00pm. Normal park entry fees apply.
Find out more »Crop Maze Fun at Sykes Family Farms
You haven't experienced a Crop Maze until you have experienced the best one around at Sykes Family Farms. Combine a 9-acre crop maze full of "cornfusing" twists and turns, "live" entertainment including, Jack, the loudest hee-hawing donkey around and some more good ole family fun...and what do you have? "Agritainment"! We've a ton of exciting things to do, including hayrides, farm animals, cow train, Lil' Farmer's Play Area, cow milking station, duck races and MORE. You're sure to have an…
Find out more »Castillo by Candlelight: Taking the Plunge
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument will host a special evening tour Castillo by Candlelight "Taking the Plunge". Join us for a special look at soldier life in the Castillo during the First Spanish period (1565-1763). Discover if you have what it takes to be part of the garrison that successfully protected St. Augustine for almost 200 years. During the early years of the Spanish colony, much of the city of St. Augustine directly…
Find out more »Torchlight Tours of Fort Matanzas
Step back to the year 1743 and explore Fort Matanzas by torch and lantern light. Listen to and talk with the Spanish soldiers stationed at this fortified watchtower to defend the southern approach to St. Augustine. Experience a nighttime cannon firing as part of the evening. Each tour starts with a ferry ride to Fort Matanzas. Space is limited for this special ticketed event! Tickets go on sale two weeks prior. Reserve your tickets by calling 904-829-6506, extension 239 or…
Find out more »2018 Florida Tiny House & Music Festival
It's back by popular demand...the 3rd Annual Florida Tiny House & Music Festival will be held at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds November 16-18, 2018. If you thought last years' event was big, you haven't seen anything yet! There will be a large assortment of tiny houses and micro homes, work shops, presentations, LOTS of vendors, entertainment, children’s activities… AND MORE! Friday, November 16, 2018 12:00pm-5:00pm -- Early bird entrance for $10.00. (For those who are too excited to wait…
Find out more »Castillo by Candlelight: Enemy at the Gates
Begin the Colonial Night Watch with a special candlelight tour entitled Enemy at the Gates. This special presentation, with a very limited amount of tickets to be sold, takes visitors in small groups through various vignettes representing historical events during the siege of 1740 in St. Augustine. In the past, stations have included: Oglethorpe and his commanders discussing the siege, soldiers in the ravelin (fortified entrance area) discussing rumors, reports from Indian allies of the Spanish on Fort Mose, discussions…
Find out more »Colonial Night Watch Weekend
During the Colonial Night Watch Weekend, in honor of the British influence in St. Augustine from 1763-1784, the Castillo de San Marcos becomes Fort St. Marks for the weekend. In a partnership with the St. Augustine Garrison and Historic Florida Militia, step back in time to explore St. Augustine’s rich heritage with a glimpse into British and Spanish military life. The day’s activities will include musket and cannon firing programs. Regular entrance fees apply.
Find out more »Castillo Holiday Open House
The Castillo de San Marcos opens its' door to the community for Free during the Castillo Holiday Open House on December 8th from 6:00pm-8:00pm. This St. Augustine Holiday tradition allows visitors to informally explore the Castillo by lantern light, interacting with staff and volunteers dressed to represent the more than 300 years of Castillo history. Cannon firings will take place at 6:00pm (this one kicks off the annual Boat Regata), 7:00pm, and 8:00pm.
Find out more »Historic Tours of Flagler College
Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside Flagler College? Imagined what it was like when it was the Hotel Ponce de Leon? Historic Tours of Flagler College highlight the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, a nationally designated historic landmark building, built by Henry Flagler in 1888. Millionaire industrialist/developer Henry Morrison Flagler envisioned creating an American Riviera in St. Augustine and the Hotel Ponce de Leon, now Flagler College, has recaptured the architectural spirit of…
Find out more »Indigo Girls in Concert
Grammy-award winning, indie folk duo Indigo Girls will be performing at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Originally scheduled for March 11, 2018, that concert was canceled due to an artist medical emergency. Twenty years after they began releasing records as the Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have declined the opportunity to slow down with age. With a legacy of releases and countless U.S. and international tours behind them, the Indigo Girls have forged…
Find out more »St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival 2019
Mark your calendars for the 38th annual St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival, March 22-24, 2019! This popular event features great Seafood, Music, Arts & Crafts Village, Kidz Zone, Spanish Landing, and Pirate Village. Boatloads of seafood will be served, with everything from lobster tail and conch fritters, to southern fried shrimp, octopus, wild Salmon, jambalaya and blue crab burritos on the menu. Along with the tons of delicious seafood, the Festival also features a 3-day lineup of entertainment that includes…
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