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To make it easier to see the Activities on the Calendar by date (see below) I have moved the helpful info for Caddyshack, St Johns County services, Alhambra, Limelight, Lightner, K&B/S&S, COA, the AMP, FL Dept of Transportation, Sales Tax Holidays and more. AND SUMMER CONCERTS: St. Augustine Pier and Plaza; Conch House, Daytona Bandshell, Emma … Click on the **Helpful Links-More Events** page above (or click here).        

I am not always notified of event changes – you can always go to the event website or FB to check, especially when there could be inclement weather

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Now – 1/11/26 Nights of Lights (cut by 8 days) 

Note:  In March 2025 … St. Augustine leaders decide to cut Nights of Lights by 8 days to ease holiday traffic. If you Google that sentence you will see the video of News4Jax discussing this. The City of St Augustine plans to do this cut for one year only as they measure the outcome of accessibility and safety. Residents say it’s too long, too much congestion but business owners want it to stay as is since shortening this tourist time will impact their businesses. Originally the City Commission recommended 20 days vs the now compromise to shortening by eight days. New dates are November 15, 2025 – January 11, 2026. (This past season dates were 11/23 – 1/26.) Click here for the new app.  Know before you go – shows webcams, click here. 

St. Johns County commissioners agreed to chip in $850,000 (this is an extra $650,000) toward St. Augustine’s annual Nights of Lights this year, more than half a million more than the county provided last year. Aiming to make traffic run more smoothly … more shuttles and other ideas to make the event a good one for all; residents, locals and tourists.

Nights of Lights, webcams, click here. Free Shuttles, click here (dates, times, locations)

Holiday Shuttles:  There will be shuttles during Nights of Lights in St. Augustine … details haven’t been posted just yet. Noted on the City of St. Augustine’s web page: The City of St. Augustine’s free park and ride shuttle returns on Light-Up! Night, Saturday, November 15, 2025, for the 2025-2026 Nights of Lights season.  Nights of Lights will end on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Updated shuttle information will be posted when it is available.

Nights of Lights guide from Explore Jacksonville click here for their wonderful guide. Restaurants, tours, The Christmas Market in the colonial Quarter, museums, St. George St., Winery

Planning to visit St. Augustine for Nights of Lights? Enjoy free and convenient transportation with the City of St. Augustine’s Park and Ride Shuttle. Shows shuttle locations. The service runs 1pm-11pm every weekend—Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays—from Light-Up! Night on Saturday, November 15, 2025, through Sunday, January 11, 2026. Shuttle service is also available throughout the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Note: On December 6, in consideration of the Christmas Parade, shuttles will run from 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Now – 1/18 Asian Lantern Festival – click here for their FB event page (beautiful photos of event). Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens – 3755 W. Seminole Blvd, Sandford, FL 32771. Click here for their web page.

Now – 11/22 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Disney World

Discover an array of Global Marketplaces—festival-exclusive kiosks serving delectable dishes and specialty sips inspired by countries and cultures around the world. Click here for the event FB page. Click here to see some of the Global Marketplaces Around World Showcase. Just started 8/28/25. 

Now – 12/31 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday

Get ready for the Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday. September 8-December 31-2025. For the general Hunt/Fish/Camp Dept. of Revenue web page click here for more details.   

11/21 County Line Produce – their message on FB: It’s that time of year again! We will be reopening on Friday, November 21, 2025! As always- we will be open seven days a week, 8am-6pm with all your fresh vegetable needs! Location: 9260 SR 207, Hastings, FL. Click here for their FB page.

11/21 Free Recycling & Shredding Event – 9am-1pm – Solid Waste Facility

601 Riberia Street. Free event.  I have done this at their facility before, including my old computer. Document shredding (five box limit per resident), outdated & broken electronic devices and used cooking oil. Their flyer has items listed and map. Also go to the website, click here.

11/21 Bookmobile – at Mill Creek Park – 10am-1pm – Fridays

11/21 – 1/3 Magic Lights Daytona International Speedway – 6-10pm Nightly; 11/27-30 and 12/4 7pm-10pm

Magic of Lights returns to Daytona International Speedway, November 21, 2025 through January 3, 2026!

Brand new in 2026: click here for the event FB page; the longest light tunnel in Florida, now double the size of the original!

Plus, the reimagined Reindeer Rest Stop with festive foods & photo opportunities for the whole family. Click here for ticket information.

11/21 – 11/23 Festival of Trees 2025 – St. Augustine Anastasia Catholic Church
The St. Augustine Society hosts the 5th Annual Festival of Trees at the St. Augustine Anastasia Catholic Church from Friday, November 21, through Sunday, November 23, 2025.  Click here to read more about the activities and times.

Renaissance WGV – Friday Day Night Live is back (weekly) 7-9 pm 

November artists:   11/21 Clay Benjamin; 11/28 Pierre Kendrick 

11/22, 11/29  St Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market – Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm weekly (click here for their web page)

Join us every Saturday under the oaks for local, fresh food, produce straight from the farm, handmade arts and crafts, and live entertainment! Special events and features take place each week, check the individual event listings to see what’s coming up!

11/22, 11/29 Free Saturdays at MOCA – 11am-5pm

Join us every Saturday for free access to the art, artists, and ideas of our time! MOCA Jacksonville and @uofnorthflorida are pleased to partner with @vystarcreditunion to make the arts more accessible to our community through VyStar Free Saturdays @ MOCA. 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville FL 32202

11/22 St. Augustine Beach Civic Association – Holiday Fun for all 4-7pm

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22nd, and join us at St. Johns County Pier Park for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer, free family fun, and the dazzling illumination of the Christmas tree. Click here for more details. Free Photos With Santa, Kids Activities, Arts & Crafts Market and Tree Lighting This Saturday. There’s a 100% Chance of a Foam-Storm, Santa Claus, Pirates, Dancers and FREE Family Fun!

11/22 Murray Bros. Caddyshack in World Golf Village. Live Music Weekly on Saturdays 7-9pm 

Come on out and enjoy! It’s what’s happening on Saturday nights!

November lineup: 11/22 Sea Level; 11/29 Mike K

December lineup:  12/6 Jimmy Bragg; 12/13 On Time (Ken & Joe); 12/20 Sea Level; 12/27 Mike K

11/22 Live Entertainment – AJ’s at King & Bear – Weekly Saturdays 5:30-8:30pm (Open to the Public) 

AJ’s is moving back to two nights a week for dinner service every Friday and Saturday from 5pm – 9pm. We will also continue serving lunch 7 days a week 11am – 5pm. Live music starting at 5:30pm and goes until 8:30pm. Click here for website.

November lineup: 11/22 Ace Winn; 11/29 Colton McKenna

11/22 Surf Illumination – St Augustine Beach Pier – 4-8pm

Kick off the holiday season with us at the annual Surf Illumination celebration! Christmas tree lighting, Santa & Mrs. Claus, holiday gifts, free kids activities and holiday music!

11/22 – 11/23 Holiday Shoppes – First Coast Cultural Center.

11/23, 11/30 Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum – 10am-2pm weekly Sundays  

Farmers Market | Every Sunday 10 AM – 2 PM at Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine! Join us for a Sunday Funday filled with fresh local produce, artisan crafts & yummy food! Supporting local farmers & makers while bringing the community together. Click here for more information on this and other events at the Classic Car Museum.

11/26 Wednesday Pier Farmers Market – 8am-12noon – Weekly

May through October: 8:00am – 12:00pm; November through April: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Click here for their web page. 350 A1A Beach Blvd. Located at the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier parking lot. (FB page for these events, click here.) 

11/29 Pharoahs of St. Johns – Cruise-In – Trout Creek Memorial Park – 9am-12 noon 

Our auto group, Pharoahs of St Johns has a Cruise-In on 11/29 at Trout Creek Memorial Park. Proceeds go to K-9’s for Warriors from all our events. A great cause. Please join us for this event. 50/50 raffle. Food Truck. Vendors. All makes, Models, Trucks and Motorcycles are Welcome. 6550 St Rd 13 N. “Give a Rescue Dog & U.S Veteran A New Leash on Life”.  Click here for Pharoahs St. Johns. 

11/29 6th Annual Beach Art Walk – 1-6pm

A celebration of creativity and community along the shores of St. Augustine Beach! Local artists will showcase their work at multiple locations up and down A1A Beach Blvd, offering a fun and relaxed way to explore the arts.

11/30 Livestock 2025 – SJC Fairgrounds – 10am-4pm – Elkton FL

The Feed Mill is taking the farm to the fairgrounds. Live music. Food Trucks. Local Vendors. Petting Zoo. Horse & Livestock events. 5840 SR 207 Click here for their FB event page.

11/30  Trifecta Home Furniture – 2-5pm – St Augustine 

Located near the new ABC liquor store off of Pacetti Rd. (near K&B) 150 Registry Blvd. 32092.  Click here for their webpage. If you’re just discovering us, we’re here to bring you luxury furniture at an excellent value—30-40% lower than other high-end retailers. Plus, everything is ready for same-day pickup or fast delivery! (I have been there, beautiful furniture!) The store is open approximately every two weeks in this location. When you go in – if you see something you want … grab a rep, lots on the floor, and have them put a SOLD note on it. Items move very fast.  Video on FB.   

12/2 St Augustine Orchid Society Meeting – First Tuesday Monthly – 6:30-9pm

Visit our website (click here) to learn about each month’s topic and to find other events of interest. Plants will be available on the sales and raffle tables. Friends and guests are always welcome! Where: Memorial Lutheran Church 3375 US 1 South, St. Aug 32086 No fee to attend the meetings.

Bring your blooming orchids for the Show Table. Plants will be available on the sales & raffle tables. The St. Augustine Orchid Society welcomes all to our monthly meetings. No charge.

12/4 *, 12/5, 12/6 Unity Through the Nativity – The Village Church – free community event

See the flyer below for dates, activities and times.

*on this day, 12/4 by appointment – private showing for school, church or other community group 1-5pm

For more information contact Deb Bowers deb@wgv.church 904-940-6768.

 12/4 Holiday Market – Lightner Museum – 5-8pm – Accepting Vendor Apps through 10/6 only

We are now accepting applications from artisans and small businesses! The deadline to apply is October 6. Vendors will be notified by October 13. We will not be accepting late applications. Click here for details and vendor application.

12/5 First Friday Artwalk – First Friday of the month – 6-9pm

Browse the wide variety of creative artwork exhibited at St. Augustine’s fine art galleries at this festive monthly event. The website includes info about free parking and free shuttles for the First Friday Art Walk 6-9pm. Meter parking free after 5pm. Click here for a list of galleries and more information.  Click here for a map.

First Friday Art Walk – Trolley Service. The Old Town Trolley Tours provide free transportation during First Friday Art Walk from 6-9pm. Art Walk Shuttle Stickers are required to ride and can be picked up at participating galleries. The shuttles run every 20-30 minutes on a continuous loop. They may be boarded at any of the following stops: in front of Butterfield Garage and ArtBox, the Lightner Museum, Aviles Street, as well as in front of Bold ArtGallery near Hypolita St.

12/5 Cathedral Basilica – Free First Friday Concert – 6pm

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is proud to host free first Friday monthly concerts. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The performance begins at 6 p.m. and is open to all, free of charge. There will be a free-will offering. 38 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine 904-824-2806 for all dates-Florida Historic Coast. As Music Director, David organizes the First Friday Art Walk Concerts, which begin at 6:00 PM at the Cathedral Basilica, 38 Cathedral Place. Click here for more info.

12/6 Coconut Barrel Artisan Christmas Market – Mall2121 (US 1) – 10am-3pm – 45+ Vendors

Outdoor Vendors with unique, handcrafted gifts, Food Trucks serving festive flavors, Live Entertainment to keep you in the holiday spirit. After shopping outdoors, step inside Mall 2121 to explore Coconut Barrel’s 200+ local vendors—the perfect place to finish your Christmas list! The first 100 customers will be entered into a drawing for exclusive discounts! Plus, warm up with complimentary hot chocolate at our Cocoa Bar while you sip & shop.

12/6 FOSAA 3rd Annual Holiday Celebration – Free Event – St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Doors open at 5pm. Featuring Movie “The Polar Express” that begins at 7pm, activities, and food drive to benefit St. Johns Ecumenical Council Food Pantry. Click here for more details.

12/7 Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour returns for 2025 – 12/7 with 8 inns participating. Click here to learn more, i.e., printable map; purchase tickets; FAQs. Inn tours are 1-5pm. For over two decades, the St. Augustine Historic Inns Bed and Breakfast Association has organized a unique walking tour featuring beautifully adorned bed and breakfasts decorated for the Christmas season. This festive event has become a cherished tradition in St. Augustine, highlighting the charm of the city’s romantic inns, all dressed up in their holiday splendor.

12/8 Winter Night Market – St. Augustine Amphitheatre

The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Winter Night Market will be back on Tuesday, December 9 from 5:00pm – 9:00pm! The Seasonal Night market feature some of our favorite local vendors, along with a variety of food trucks, full bars, and featuring live music from The House Cats! The Winter Night Market is free and open to all ages! Click here for more details.

 

12/10 Christmas with Cops and Claus – SABPD – 5:30-7:30pm

Join the SABPD for Christmas with Cops and Claus! This a free event for all to enjoy, there will be crafts, music, goodies, Police and Fire Rescue Vehicles, and Mr. And Mrs. Claus! Location: St Augustine Police Dept. 2300 A1A South, St. Augustine 32080

12/11 Evenings at Whitney – Fall 2025 Public Lecture Series

9/4 email, click here. Join their Evenings at Whitney series online through Zoom or in person. Fall 2025 Public Lecture Series.  Save the dates – as they provide links for the other events, they will be added.  Upcoming dates listed below:

  –  Locomoting in a turbulent world 12/11, Dr. Mimi Koehl

12/13 Holiday Market on Main (9am-1pm) & Hometown Christmas Parade (10am) – Hastings, FL – 9am-1pm

Join us for a festive extravaganza at the Holiday Market on Main, coinciding with the beloved Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade! Click here for their FB event page. 418 N. Main St, Hastings.

12/13 Wreaths Across America – St. Augustine: Please help our location lay wreaths at as many graves as possible by clicking the red “Sponsor” button. Or, if you would like to volunteer to participate in the wreath laying ceremony, please click the “Volunteer” button next to the cemetery name below, and don’t forget to click the “Invite” button to invite your friends and family to join you. Thank you so much for supporting St. Augustine National Cemetery and Wreaths Across America! Click here for their web page for more details.

Wreaths Across America will host its annual event at the St. Augustine National Cemetery, 104 Marine St. on December 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM. The event honors fallen heroes by laying remembrance wreaths on graves, and the public is welcome to participate by sponsoring wreaths or volunteering to help with the ceremony. Limited parking is available on-site, with shuttle service provided from an offsite parking location. Click here for more details.

12/13 Holiday Market at the Pier – 3-7pm

Celebrate the season with us at the annual Holiday Market at the Pier! Enjoy an evening of festive shopping and holiday cheer as local vendors offer handmade gifts, seasonal treats, art, jewelry, and more — perfect for last-minute holiday shopping. Click here for their event page.  

12/20  St.Augustine Community Chorus 2025-2026 season.

Click here for their web page for more info and to purchase tickets.

 

12/31 Light Up the Night! Fireworks Show – St Augustine Beach Pier Park – 8:30pm

Ring in the New Year early with a spectacular seaside celebration at the annual Light Up the Night! fireworks show! Enjoy a breathtaking fireworks display over the ocean from the St. Augustine Beach Pier Park — a perfect way to kick off your New Year’s Eve festivities with friends and family. This is a family-friendly event open to all. Come early, find your spot, and enjoy a festive night under the stars as we welcome 2026!

December – Gullah Geechee Heritage Festival

Details to follow as they become available.

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1/7 – 1/11 2026 Saint Augustine Film Festival 

More details to follow for 2026. New Location – The Limelight Theater. The celebrations continue every month. We have films lined up showing at The Limelight Theater with one coming up August 15, 2025. Click here for their web page about Filmmakers for the film The Green Flash – they will be in person 8/15 at 7pm. The Festival will be, as it has since Year 2, at Lewis, Gamache-Koger (a performance venue located within the Ringhaver Student Center at Flagler College) and another downtown location. Our monthly movies are at Limelight. Click here for a list of 2026 movies. 

 

1/10/26 10th Annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam – SJC Fairgrounds – Elkton, FL 10am-6pm

Join us for the biggest NE Florida BBQ Event of the year. This is our 10th anniversary event, and we’re going to be bigger than ever, with even more delicious tastings and activities. 100 National BBQ Competition Teams, Over 60 local vendors, Live Music All day and Chili tasting, Cornhole competition, Car Show, Kids Zone, and so much more. Pet Friendly (leashed)! Click here for their FB page. SJC Fairgrounds 5840 SR 207 Elkton, FL Click here to purchase tickets ($15 general admission; or 55.20 VIP Experience – Receive 5 free Chili tasting tickets AND 5 free BBQ tasting tickets. VIP parking. One Free Beer. VIP Bathroom Access.

2-5-2026 SJC Day at the State Capitol

The County is bringing together local businesses, organizations, and leaders to showcase all St. Johns County has to offer on Feb. 5, 2026, at the State Capitol. Click here to read more about this event.

2/7 2026 Wesley Wells Farms Strawberry Festival. 9am-4pm

Bring the whole family out to the farm for a full day of fun featuring:

???? Live music

???? Local food trucks

???? Kids Zone & craft station

????? Vendor market with handmade goods

???? Hayrides around the farm

???? U-Pick strawberries & fresh vegetables (priced by the pound)

Click here for their FB for more info on this event.

2/21 2026 Florida Man Games – Moving to Bradenton, FL

Next year’s Florida Man Games is moving to a new location – The Freedom Factory in Bradenton, FL. Click here for their main web page for details, i.e. team sign up, general tickets, FAQ page and more. Pre-sale tickets now available.

3/13 – 3/15 2026 Celtic Music and Heritage Festival – Highland Games – St Pat’s Parade

The Celtic festival is held at Francis Field. In addition to a parade, the festival celebrates Scottish, Irish, and Welsh games, music, arts, and foods. Details are not posted on their web page as yet.

4/12/26 Taste of St. Augustine – St. Augustine Amphitheatre – 11am-4pm

Join us in celebrating 29 years of culinary excellence, local flavors, and community spirit while supporting a fantastic cause! Click here for their FB event page. This year’s Taste of St. Augustine will be EPIC, with more exciting activities planned. Start your day with Race to the Taste, a 5K run or walk, and then get ready to savor delicious dishes from more than 20 local food trucks and restaurants. Enjoy live entertainment and have fun in the Kid Zone!

6/6 – 6/7 2026 River City Wrestling Con – SJC Convention Center / Renaissance WGV

River City Wrestling Con is officially returning June 6-7, 2026 at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine. Click here for their website.

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Hometown Pass – see how to sign up and membership guidelines in using the pass – click here.  Each Hometown pass holder receives free admission to some of our tours and attractions in St Augustine for FREE when accompanied by a guest who has purchased A FULL FARE adult ticket.

Click here for the Attractions + for SJC Residents with discounts or some free admission or simply click on the separate tab at the top of this page.  50 Free & Budget-Friendly Things to do.