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Fireworks Over the Matanzas
Celebrate the 4th of July in the Nation's Oldest City at Fireworks Over the Matanzas, one of the largest fireworks displays on the East Coast. Enjoy the reflection of the fireworks as they are set off from a barge in the Matanzas Bay. Begin the evening at 6:00pm with a 4th of July Concert in the Plaza de la Constitucion. This two hour show is filled with big band and swing music. The All Star Orchestra’s performance from the Plaza’s…
Find out more »Washington Oaks First Friday Garden Walk
Join a park ranger on the first Friday of the month for a walk through the beautiful, historical gardens of Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. The walk will last approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable walking shoes! Meet in the Garden parking lot. Garden walk included with park entry. No registration required. Admission: $5.00 per vehicle; limit 2-8 people per vehicle / $4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle / $2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance…
Find out more »St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Come out on Saturday mornings to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market, a popular local event that now includes over 100 vendors with fresh vegetables, flowers, baked goods, hand-made arts and crafts, and live music from the Front Porch. The Front Porch is a new addition and hosts live music from beloved Market musicians, the Free Rangers, a selection of new arts and crafts vendors, food and beverage options including St. Augustine Distillery-curated cocktails that incorporate fresh, local ingredients purchased…
Find out more »History on the Streets 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 »Veteran’s Day Grand Parade 2017 & Celebration
Come to the Veteran's Day Grand Parade in downtown St. Augustine. The parade, which will begin when the church bells ring and there is a cannon salute from the fort, is to honor the military history of St. Augustine and all those who served and continue to serve our country. It will last approximately an hour to hour and a half and will include historic military vehicles, military units, military marching bands, local high school bands, vintage and military aircraft…
Find out more »Nights of Lights “Light Up Night”
Enjoy the kick-off to the Christmas Holiday season with this annual celebration...the Nights of Lights "Light Up Night". Holiday music! The lighting of the Christmas Tree! The exciting countdown to the sparkle of millions of tiny white lights glowing along the ancient streets and historic buildings of the Nation's oldest city! The program usually begins at 4:00pm with a musical performance by Showtime USA in front of St. Augustine's City Hall (Lightner Museum). Then at 5:30pm, Holiday music will fill…
Find out more »Wednesday Market at the Pier
Every Wednesday, rain or shine, come to the Market at the Pier for fresh produce, baked goods, jewelry, and other quality hand-made gift and home decorating products. Our vendors & artists provide a wide variety of goods with a heavy emphasis on home grown, hand picked, and hand crafted items that are unique. Join the fun and shop local... shop Florida. It's shopping in the most beautiful setting in the world. Sponsored by the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association.
Find out more »18th Annual Reindeer Run
Calling all runners to the 18th Annual Reindeer Run! Fun for the entire family! This true one-mile run is along the St. Augustine Christmas Parade route just before the parade begins and is sure to provide cheering crowds as runners make their way to the finish line. The race starts on Castillo Drive near Ripley's and finishes on Cordova Street near MOJo's BBQ. Registration: Lawn of Visitor's Center on parade route across from Ripley's Awards: Medal for Overall Male &…
Find out more »St. Augustine 64th Annual Christmas Parade
Get in the Holiday spirit at the St. Augustine 64th Annual Christmas Parade! This is one of the largest parades in N. Florida and includes floats, marching bands, cars, horses... and, of course, the arrival of Santa! The parade starts near the Mission of Nombre de Dios at 9:00am (101 San Marco Avenue) and continues through the streets of historic, downtown St. Augustine; south on San Marco and Avenida Menendez, west on Cathedral, north on Cordova, and ending near the…
Find out more »60th Annual PAL Day St. Augustine
It's time for the 60th Annual PAL Day St. Augustine. What an exciting time – 60 years that the St. Augustine attractions and community have been supporting and honoring our Active Duty Service Members, their families, as well as Retired Service Members and their families on this special day. Since 1957, St. Augustine and its attractions have opened their arms/doors with support and free admissions to Active Duty and their families, as well as Military Retirees and their families, i.e., both…
Find out more »St. Augustine Colonial Night Watch Parade
St. Augustine Colonial Night Watch Parade features re-enactors from St. Augustine's colonial past. You could possibly see the St. Augustine Spanish Garrison, East Florida Rangers, the 60th Regiment of Foote, Native Americans, and others. At 7:00PM, a Torchlight Parade will commence from the Castillo de San Marcos to the City Gates. At the City gates, the public is invited to fall in behind the re-enactors for a procession down St. George Street to the Government House where there will be…
Find out more »Luminary Night at the St. Augustine Lighthouse
One of the highlights of the Holiday season is Luminary Night at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. Everyone is invited to enter the Lighthouse grounds for an evening of children's holiday crafts, warm refreshments, live musical performances (including a string quartet inside the Lighthouse tower), and an up-close look at the Museum's Christmas decor. This is an event the entire family will enjoy! In the spirit of giving, the event is free and open to the public with…
Find out more »The Posados of Old St. Augustine
Las Posadas, a 400-year-old colonial Hispanic Christmas tradition, is a night-time, torch-lit procession through the Oldest City for children of all ages, re-enacting Mary and Joseph’s search for lodgings (in Spanish, “posadas”) in Bethlehem on the first Christmas Eve. The procession ends with a traditional Spanish holiday performance by FLH's Theater with a Mission group. Florida Living History, Inc. (FLH) volunteers will present this holiday heritage event, set in the year 1580, along St. George Street in historic downtown St.…
Find out more »GTM Marineland Beach Walk
Come join us for a free guided hike to learn from a GTM Research Reserve interpretive guide where the restless sand comes from and where it's going in its refusal to just stay put. Learn about coquina rocks, dune flowers, sea birds, shells and the humble gopher tortoise who digs deep burrows and comes out to dine on prickly pears along the dunes. Bring your camera for possible sightings. Meet at GTM Marineland Office. The reserve is located at the…
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.
Find out more »GTM Research Reserve Guided Exploration Hike
The first Saturday of every month, visitors can learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula, as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve, during a guided exploration hike. Find out about the peninsula's 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples used estuarine resources, what European plantation life was like, and current efforts to learn about and save these resources. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve's Trailhead Pavilion located west of the Guana Dam. Wear comfortable,…
Find out more »March For Life
The March For Life event in St. Augustine mimics the March For Life that takes place in Washington D.C. Since the commute from southern states like Florida, to Washington D.C. is a long one, St. Augustine has hosted a similar march since 2007. In recent years, more than 3,500 marchers have attended this demonstration from Florida and beyond. Join us at the Mission Nombre de Dios to be a part of this great event. The march is appropriate for anyone…
Find out more »Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembrance
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, St. Augustine will host numerous events including a breakfast, silent procession, and birthday celebration. In the summer of 1965 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other activists put the city of St. Augustine in national headlines. King traveled to the ancient city with one goal in mind - push the efforts of the civil rights movement in the south. King was successful and he, along with other activists, are responsible for…
Find out more »Ancient Dunes Nature Trail Hike at Anastasia
Enjoy a guided hike through ancient dunes shaded by a maritime hammock at Anastasia State Park. Discover the park’s natural communities while exploring this unique trail. Although only a mile long, this hike is more challenging than our other trails due to the natural sloping landscape. Please meet at the Hilltop Picnic Area near the parking lot. We'll walk into the hammock together. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, drinking water, bug spray, and sunscreen.…
Find out more »Uptown Saturday
On the last Saturday of the month, come explore and enjoy the unique shops and galleries of “Uptown” St. Augustine during Uptown Saturday. The event combines a festive party atmosphere with hospitality and special deals with many shops remaining open until 9:00pm. Musical entertainment, as well as light refreshments, can also be found at some locations. This unique 5-block area of locally-owned boutiques, antique shops, galleries and restaurants is situated along San Marco Avenue between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission…
Find out more »Salt Air Farmers Market
Join us on Sundays from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Salt Air Farmers Market at the Marineland Marina. The Salt Air Farmer's Market offers the freshest local produce and gourmet foods, and artisan crafts. Whether you are looking for homegrown tomatoes, juicy watermelons, or creative local art, we have a wide assortment to choose from. Come see us!
Find out more »First Friday Art Walk in St. Augustine
Whether you're a browser or serious art collector, join us come rain or shine on the first Friday of the month for First Friday Art Walk in St. Augustine. 30 galleries or so open their doors to the public from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Most of the galleries are withing walking distance of each other, some a short ride away. Hop aboard the FREE Art Walk trains and trolleys that run throughout downtown. The Plaza de la Constitucion divides the galleries into four…
Find out more »Historical Look into the Old Spanish Quarries
Join us at Anastasia State Park and experience a new perspective of the Old Spanish Quarries in relation to the famous Castillo de San Marcos and the survival of St. Augustine. This informative program, with a fun and knowledgeable ranger, will bring the history of the quarry to life. Learn about the amazing work that occurred in the Old Spanish Quarries and the architecture that influenced the history of Saint Augustine. After checking in at the Ranger Station, please meet…
Find out more »Flight To Freedom Heritage Event
Travel back in time and experience the journey to Fort Mose! Celebrating Black History Month, the volunteers of Florida Living History, Inc., will participate in Flight To Freedom, a unique, living-history Event, which retells the saga of travelers fleeing from slavery in the British colonies to freedom in Spanish Florida on America’s original “Underground Railroad”. Fort Mose Historic State Park is the site of the first, legally sanctioned free black settlement in the continental U.S., established in 1738. Admission to…
Find out more »Florida Humanities Speakers Series at Lightner
The Humanities Speakers Series, a fascinating new program series presented by the Florida Humanities Council, is coming to the Lightner Museum in 2018! The series, beginning in February and ending in May, will be hosted in the Lightners' historic Pool Area. The series will touch on a wide range of topics including a historical journey to Florida colonial life, a dive into the cultural lore of our state's lush springs, and an exploration of manatees, Florida's beloved sea cows. February…
Find out more »Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park
Come meet the birds at Anastasia State Park on this guided Bird Walk led by a park volunteer. This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. You'll observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails and other areas. Please dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes and a field guide, if you have one. Meet at the Island Beach Shop &…
Find out more »Made in St. Augustine: A Handcrafted Festival
Made in St. Augustine: A Handcrafted Festival celebrates everything made in the nation's oldest city. It's a curated event showcasing St. Augustins who create, craft, construct, produce, educate, cook and bake. The one-day annual festival features artisans, builders, chefs, distillers, vintners, farmers, and anyone who “makes” in St. Augustine. Sample cuisine and beverages from dozens of local restaurants! Shop in a market-like atmosphere! Learn about the area's historic and cultural offerings! Adult workshops and junior make-and-take stations for aspiring makers! …
Find out more »Dolphin Paddle on Salt Run
Join us at Anastasia State Park as we team up with Anastasia Watersports and Marineland Dolphin Adventure to offer a fun-filled interpretive Dolphin Paddle of Salt Run. Hop into a kayak, paddle onto Salt Run, and keep an eye for birds, turtles, manatees, and especially dolphins -- our estuarine tidal marsh is teeming with plant and animal life. Anastasia Watersports staff provides illuminating details about our ecosystem and the myriad wildlife that inhabit it. Terran, our dolphin expert from Marineland,…
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 »St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival 2018
Find the CELT in YOU in America's Oldest Celtic City! The 8th Annual St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival is set for March 9-11, 2018 at Francis Field. The event includes Celtic Bands from around the World, Highland Games, Celtic Clans, Celtic Crafts, Whiskey Tasting, Children's Entertainment, to name a few. There will be 11 Celtic clans from throughout the US and abroad representing their family and regions. Friday night will feature a pre-festival Whiskey Tasting at the VIP…
Find out more »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 »St. Augustine Community Chorus Concert
The St. Augustine Community Chorus presents "From Stage to Screen...Opera Choruses, Broadway Fare & Film Music". Revisiting music made famous on both the Broadway stage and on the big screen, you'll hear selections from Oklahoma, Sound of Music, Wicked, and Into the Woods along with some Disney tunes from years of live action and animated films. The Community Chorus, under the direction of Mike Sanflippo, will sample a few opera choruses, then the finale from an operetta by Gilbert and…
Find out more »Spring Lunch and Learn Series
St. Francis House and Port In The Storm Homeless Youth Center invite you to attend their Spring Lunch and Learn Series! Tour their facilities and peak behind the scenes of their operations as well as meet the executive staff. March 15, 2018 at Port in the Storm -- Noon March 27, 2018 at St. Francis House -- 7:00pm April 17, 2018 at Port in the Storm -- Noon April 19, 2018 at St. Francis House -- 7:00pm May 29, 2018…
Find out more »Loggers, Greens, Leatherbacks, Oh My!
Discover the wonderful sea turtles of Anastasia State Park in this fun-filled, energetic program entitled Loggers, Greens, Leatherbacks, Oh My! Learn about how we identify the turtle nests, hatching, and the great journey they begin after leaving the beach and the dangers they encounter in our oceans. These miraculous animals have been on Earth for millions of years! The program takes place at the Sea Turtle Pavilion near the Island Beach Grill. This event is weather permitting and subject to…
Find out more »8th Annual Kids’ Fishing Clinic
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Ancient City Game Fish Association, is hosting a Free Kids' Fishing Clinic. The clinic will be held at St. Augustine Marina at the foot of Vilano Beach Fishing Pier on Saturday, March 17th. The event is for children ages 12 and under. The first 200 kids will receive a free fishing pole and goodie bag as well as lunch provided by McDonald's. Fishing awards and a raffle will take place at…
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 »Spring 2018 St. Augustine Record Fair
Mark your calendars for the best record fair around as toneVENDOR presents the Spring 2018 St. Augustine Record Fair at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Sunday, March 18, 2018! At this free, family-friendly event music lovers and collectors can shop for thousands of music-related items including new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, posters, turntable equipment and supplies, memorabilia, collectibles and more. This year, over 30 music vendors from across the Southeast United States will be on site, offering shoppers…
Find out more »St. Ambrose Spring Fair
Come enjoy the annual St. Ambrose Spring Fair set under the lively oaks in Elkton. Join your family and friends for a great time! Great Food. Live Music. Bake Sale. Yard Sale. 50/50. Silent Auction. Children's Games, Facepainting, and Hayrides. Visit the St. Ambrose website for additional information.
Find out more »GTM Research Reserve/Marineland Lecture Series
The GTM Research Reserve, in collaboration with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure, invites the public to a free lecture that will be held at Marineland Dolphin Adventure. The program is presented the third Tuesday of the month and is part of an ongoing lecture series. The series is designed to help learn more about your coastal natural world and will feature a different speaker each month. In March, join Todd Z. Osborne, Ph.D., with the Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience to…
Find out more »Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
The YMCA is holding a special event...an Underwater Easter Egg Hunt! With Easter right around the corner, the Easter Bunny needs help gathering eggs! Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to gather eggs left underwater in the Solomon Calhoun Pool. Egg hunters can trade their eggs for prizes at the Bunny Store. Grab your swimsuit and a friend! This event is Free for the Community! Don't forget your bucket to gather eggs, your swimsuit and a towel! Please RSVP…
Find out more »Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.
KidzfACTory at Limelight Theatre is partnering with RJ Murray Middle School to stage the spring musical Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr! Based on the Tony Award-winning musical and Academy Award-winning film, a small town girl searches for a new life under the bright lights of 1920s New York City. Performances will be held at RJ Murray Middle School. The larger stage there allows space for more than 30 local students to perform the tap dances and numbers in this classic musical!…
Find out more »GTM Beach Cleanup
Help keep GTM Research Reserve beaches pristine by volunteering for the Beach Cleanup! The public is invited to help remove debris from the beach. Buckets, trash bags, and gloves will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and hat. Be sure to dress for the weather. For more information, contact Shannon Rininger at 904-823-4500 or Shannon Rininger@dep.state.fl.us.
Find out more »Endangered Species Program: Sea Turtles
Join us at Fort Matanzas for storytelling and educational programs about some amazing endangered species. This month volunteer Bonnie Eger will read children’s story about endangered species with the focus on sea turtles. Call 904-471-0116 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 »Bethune Cookman University Gospel Choir Concert
Grace United Methodist Church and St. Paul AME Church will host a concert by the Inspirational Gospel Choir from Bethune Cookman University on Saturday, March 24, 2018. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Founded in 1904 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune as the Daytona Educational and Industrial Training School, Bethune–Cookman University, is a private, co-ed, historically black university in Daytona Beach, Florida, now offering 38 degrees on its main campus and online college. For more…
Find out more »Music in the Box at Limelight Theatre
Limelight Theatre presents Music In The Box on the last Sunday of the month. It's an opportunity to enjoy live acoustic music by some of the area's talented musicians and bands. St. Augustine blues and soul singer/musician Kyra Livingston will be on stage for the March Music in the Box. She plays guitar and piano and is currently a vocal performance student working toward a college music degree. A few special guest musicians will be on hand to perform some…
Find out more »Opening Celebration of Night Market at Amphitheatre
On the 4th Tuesday of each month, beginning on March 27, 2018, there will be a Night Market at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Hosting up to 70 vendors specializing in handmade crafts and goods, the Night Market meets the demand for locally-made goods and gifts. Live entertainment and activities will also be featured. Local indie band, The Young Step, will be performing on the Front Porch for the Opening Celebration of the Night Market starting at 6:30pm. Come out and…
Find out more »Parks & Recreation Easter Egg Hunts
St. Johns County Parks & Recreation will be holding its' annual Easter Egg Hunts at the following parks throughout the county. The Easter Egg Hunts are for children ages 8 and under and will be held at 11:00am. There will be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny at 10:30am and after the hunts, so come early! March 29, 2018 Veterans Park 1332 Veterans Parkway St. Johns, FL 32259 Palencia Park 405 Palencia Village Dr. St. Augustine, FL 32095 March…
Find out more »Lightner After Hours
Sip and Explore The Second Floor! This month there's a new twist to the monthly Lightner After Hours program; it'll be hosted in the second floor "spa gallery" which currently displays the museum’s porcelain collections, cut glass collections, Tiffany glass, stained glass collections, and sauna. Barry Myers, Museum Curato, and museum docents will be on-hand to talk to guests about their favorite (and possibly least favorite) parts of the collections and the Alcazar Hotel. During this monthly event, locals and…
Find out more »Adventure Landing Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Join us at Adventure Landing for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Special prizes, golden eggs and Easter specials will all be part of the festivities! There'll be a surprise visit by the Easter Bunny! Egg hunts in different age groups. Bring your own basket. Space is limited! Registration begins at 8 am. Egg hunts at 9:00 am and 11:00 am for children up to 12 years of age. Each egg hunt is a charity raffle and all eggs have special…
Find out more »Easter Bicycle Rodeo and Helmet Giveaway
Come out to the Easter Bicycle Rodeo and Helmet Giveaway, a free community event. Bring your bicycle. Bicycle helmets will be fitted to the child’s head and given away at no charge. Participants will navigate the obstacle course while learning bike safety. There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt and the Easter Bunny available for pictures. Drawings for new bicycles and a Family 4-pack 2018-2019 tickets for the St Augustine Glory Basketball game.
Find out more »Geocache Easter Egg Hunt
Looking for a different type of Easter Egg Hunt? Check out the Geocache Easter Egg Hunt at Anastasia State Park on Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April 1. Geocaching is an interactive high-tech treasure hunt that teaches geography and outdoor recreation skills using hand-held GPS devices or smartphones. Participants use location coordinates to find caches, or in this case, Easter eggs! Come learn the basics of this great family activity while celebrating with your family! Bring a water bottle, walking…
Find out more »Easter Bunny, Egg Hunt, & More
Join us at Shores United Methodist Church to see the Easter Bunny! Your family’s special morning with the Easter Bunny features a Continental Buffet and an Easter egg hunt. After the egg hunt, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures. The brunch buffet is free for the entire family and starts at 10:30 a.m. The Easter egg hunt begins at 11:00 a.m. with children ages 11 and under welcome to join. In addition to a delicious Brunch, the morning…
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 »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 »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 »Concert at the Cathedral Basilica
Friday evening, April 6, come enjoy the Concert at the Cathedral Basilica when they host the University of North Florida School of Music’s presentation of “Seeking Refuge”. The University of North Florida’s Choral Department has created an ensemble comprised of refugees from various countries, including Burma, Congo and Eritrea, who have resettled in the Jacksonville area and will perform alongside the UNF Chorale as well as The Osprey TREBLE. “The goal of the benefit concert is to create awareness about…
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 »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 »Matanzas Inlet and Beach Walk
Fort Matanzas and the National Park Service invites you to join them from 11:30am-1:00pm for a guided interpretive walk around the Matanzas Inlet to discover inlet dynamics and what makes this area special. Hikers will see seashells and seabirds, learn about coquina stone, dune vegetation, heavy minerals, mollusks, the cool habits of crabs, and much more. Reservations are not required for this event. Vehicle parking is available at the parking lot on the west side of A1A, just north of…
Find out more »Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day
Who doesn't like ice cream?! Come to the 40th Annual Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day on April 10, 2018! Chance to Win "skip to the front of the line" pass on free cone day on Facebook!
Find out more »Evenings At Whitney Lecture
The guest speaker for the Evenings At Whitney Lecture, Immunotherapy Approaches to Cancer Therapy, is Duane Mitchell, M.D., Ph.D., Phyllis Kottler Friedman professor in the Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, state of Florida endowed cancer research chair at UF College of Medicine, director of cancer therapeutics and immuno-oncology at UF Health Cancer Center, and co-director of the Preston A. Wells Jr. Center for Brain Tumor Therapy. Mitchell will talk about how certain types of cancer can be treated by…
Find out more »14th Annual Bartram Bash
Celebrate the first American-born Naturalist, William Bartram, at the 14th Annual Bartram Bash on Saturday, April 14th. This family-friendly event will feature “Skin & Bones” performing a live Old Florida Hoedown, music by Tommy Bledsoe, educational booths, kid’s games and activities, yoga in the park, Stetson Kennedy Award presentations, a William Bartram reenactor, and an 8 a.m. bird walk with St. Johns County Audubon President, Jean Rolke. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. William Bartram (1739-1823)…
Find out more »Our Feathered Friends’ Hike & Marsh Walk
Bring in the Spring at Fort Mose Historic State Park! Join Birding Expert Susan Killeen on a Feathered Friends' Hike & Marsh Walk, a birding exploration of our Salt Marsh and the Secondary Fort Site Island (established 1752). Visitors are asked to meet in the parking lot. Bring your rubber boots, binoculars, cameras, water, and any other pertinent items to make your travel through the estuary more enjoyable. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation. The program is…
Find out more »Brunch & Show…Viktor Zenko, The Thought Detective
Starting April 15, every Sunday through the end of May, except for Mother's Day, enjoy Brunch & Show at Raintree Restaurant. Viktor Zenko...is The Thought Detective; a most unusual and miraculous journey into the Power of the Mind...with lots of laughs along the way! Brunch is downstairs between 12:30-1:00pm / Matinee Upstairs at 2:00pm $35-$38 plus tax and gratuity / Kids under 12, $22 plus tax and gratuity Reservations are required! Call 904-824-7211 after 1:00pm.
Find out more »GTM Research Reserve/Marineland Lecture Series
The GTM Research Reserve, in collaboration with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure, invites the public to a free lecture that will be held at Marineland Dolphin Adventure. The program is presented the third Tuesday of the month and is part of an ongoing lecture series. The series is designed to help learn more about your coastal natural world and will feature a different speaker each month. During this months' lecture series, GTM Research Reserve's Education Coordinator Kenneth Rainer and Terran McGinnis,…
Find out more »Arbor Day Celebration St. Augustine Beach
Come join us at the Arbor Day Celebration at the St. Augustine Beach City Hall. Events include live music, free foods, educational activities for kids and adults, and fun. Smokey the Bear will be on site to greet children and help share information on the importance of trees and preventing the destruction of forests. The Arbor Day event is held annually to inspire people to plant, nurture, celebrate trees and bring awareness to their importance in our ecosystems. Exhibitors included:…
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 »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 »Earth Day Celebration at Washington Oaks
Join the Friends of Washington Oaks for their 29th Annual Earth Day Celebration...a day of fun and environmental awareness! Environmental Exhibitors * Vendors * Nature Programs * Plant Sales * Live Animal Displays * Live Music * Children's Section Admission: $5 per vehicle
Find out more »Adventures in Pet Care
Spend the afternoon at St. Augustine Humane Society learning about how to take care of the family pet at our Adventures in Pet Care event! Guests will have the opportunity to explore the various tents and get a stamp at each location to fill out a “passport” and win prizes! Learn about pet behavior, training, nutrition, microchips, parasite prevention, veterinary care, and grooming. Police K-9 units will be on-site to visit with our guests. Food trucks will be available for…
Find out more »Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
Anastasia State Park is hosting a Music in the Park Summer Concert Series in partnership with Island Beach Grill. Come enjoy a beautiful evening at Anastasia State Park, delicious food and drink from Island Beach Grill, and a wide variety of music from the featured musicians. Each concert will begin with an Open Jam Session from 5:00—6:00PM. Guests and local musicians will be welcomed to the stage to showcase their talents. That will be followed by a different local musician…
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…
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