* * CALENDAR of EVENTS * *

The new Publix at Silverleaf is now OPEN!  (Lucy’s comments in 3/31 email)

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.

SPRING GARAGE SALES:  (email me with community name, date(s), and time(s) at carnicel@bellsouth.net.    Here is the list balance, mark your calendars!

If you are not familiar where a community is located – for help you can Google it.

4/4 Samara Lakes 8am-2pm

4/11 Beacon Lake (CR210 across from Lowes) 8am-2pm

4/11   4/4  St. Johns Forest (off of CR 210) 8am-1pm (date change now 4/11 was 4/4)

4/11 King & Bear 8am-2pm

4/11 Sevilla 8am-2pm

4/11 Stillwater Golf and Country Club 8am-3pm

4/11 & 4/12 Murabella 8am – 2pm

4/18 Parkland Preserve 8am-1pm (cash only) 

4/18 Cascades 9am-2pm

4/18 & 4/19 Heritage Landing 8am-2pm

4/18 Walden Chase – 8am-12noon

Note: If you still have items left after the garage/yard sales are over, there is a service that will take your donations, called PICKUP PLEASE – I used them once before. Here is a link to their web page that has info on how to schedule a pickup, what you can donate, and a page that … they make it very easy. You can click here for more info. VVA (Vietnam Veterans of America) – click here to read more about this group – they will schedule the pickups.

– – – – 2026 CALENDAR – – – – 2026 CALENDAR – – – – 2026 CALENDAR – – – –

NFL – Youth Football & Cheer Clinic – Train with the Pros. Register now deadline to register is 5/27. $50 pr child. Open to all boys & girls; Ages 7-18; All skill levels welcome. Limited 200 participants. Click on this link for the details: https://givebutter.com/nfla2026 The clinic is June 13. Limited 200 participants.

4/1 Wednesday Pier Farmers Market – 8am-12noon – Weekly

4/1  US Air Force Jazz Band to Perform April 1st at 6:30pm FREE Pop Up Concert at Pier Park – Food Truck is Steph’s Street Eats. Music by the Sea kicks off with this special opening night performance starting at 6:30 PM featuring professional Air Force musicians bringing jazz, swing, and soulful sounds to the beach. Come early, grab a spot, and enjoy the full experience with local art, food trucks, and live music all in one place. Bring your chairs, your crew, and make a night out of it.

4/1 Concerts by the Sea Returns

** Event Hours & Activities **

3 PM – Local Art on display at The Art Studio
4 PM – Pavilion Seating Opens
5 PM Food Truck Service
5:30 PM – DJ Dan from V.I.P. Entertainment spins the hits
7 – 9 PM Concert & Dance Party
Click Here for Concert Photos

4/2 Clay County Fairgrounds website (click here) has listed a few of their upcoming events, i.e.,  4/2 Clay County Agricultural Fair; 5/1 Vintage Market Days. 

4/2 – 4/12 Clay County Fair

Since 1986 the Clay County Agricultural Fair has provided Clay County and Northeast Florida with an event that’s both fun and educational in a family atmosphere. In fact, the Fair vision says it all “A Family A*Fair”. Midway rides, local talent, main stage entertainment, Livestock; Early Florida Village; and more! 2493 State Road 16 W. Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

Hours vary daily. Click here for the full schedule! General info, click here.

4/3 Bookmobile – at Mill Creek Park – 10am-1pm – Fridays
4/3 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.

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 Art Box, the Lightner Museum, Aviles Street, as well as in front of Bold Art Gallery near Hypolita St.

4/3 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 or more info.

4/3  Renaissance – Friday Night Live 7-9pm weekly — join your neighbors for a nice evening of music, dancing if you like, food, beverages.

Neighbors come out Friday nights for live music at the Renaissance Resort right here in World Golf Village.  And try out their new bar menu – delish!  Yes, dancing is optional.  Join the fun!

April lineup:  4/3 Clay Benjamin; 4/10 Bernard Diggs; 4/17 Reggie Lester; 4/24 no music

4/4 Community Garage Sale – Samara Lakes 8am-2pm

4/4 67th Annual St. Augustine Easter Parade – 9am-11am

A great tradition returns in 2026 with lots of pomp and circumstance–and fun for all. Click here for the parade (& map) and other Easter events – Holy Week in the Ancient City. Blessing of the Fleet (cancelled); Easter Egg hunts-various parks; Special services, i.e., Sunrise Service; Easter Promenade; and more. Easter church Services and brunches.

4/4 Eggstravaganza at The Village Church – 10-11:30am

We’re inviting families from our community to celebrate with us for a fun-filled day of connection and celebration. This free event will include bounce houses, cotton candy, snacks, Easter egg hunts, interactive activity stations, and plenty of opportunities for kids to play and families to spend time together. Click here for all the fun details on their FB page. 4229 Pacetti Rd, St. Augustine.

 4/4, 4/8, 4/15&5/20; 5/9 Wesley Wells Farm … click here for tickets and a list of their upcoming events! Here are a few events they have listed – click on each event on their page for that events specific details. (Note: the little chicks hatched this week!)   

4/4 Easter on the Farm;  4/8 Homeschool days;  4/15 & 5/20 Free Range/Open Play;  5/9 Sunflower and Tomato Soiree

4/4 – 4/5 Mandarin Art Festival – Mandarin Community Club

Details in the flyer but also click here for more details, times, parking, location. $2 cash per person (suggested donation).

4/4 St Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market – Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm weekly        (click here for their web page)  EVERY SATURDAY!

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! 

4/4 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  Click here for their event page.  

4/4 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! 

April lineup   4/4 Clay Benjamin; 4/11 On Time (Ken & Joe); 4/18 Mike K; 4/25 Sea Level

4/4 Live Entertainment – AJ’s at King & Bear – Weekly Saturdays 5:30pm-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.

April lineup: 4/4 Millie Hudson; 4/11 Tony Scozzaro; 4/18 Mike Cook; 4/25 Jim Asselta

4/5 Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum – Every Sunday 10am-2pm

Every Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the St. Augustine Farmers Market takes place at the Classic Car Museum, click here. Hosted by The Little Green Kitchen, this community-based event brings new and exciting vibes to the south end of town.

4/7 St Augustine Orchid Society Meeting – First Tuesday Monthly – 6:30-9pm Bifoliate Cattleya Hybrids

Visit our website to learn about each month’s topic and to find other events of interest. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month. The meeting begins at 6:30 with a plant sale followed by a review of the show table plants and presentation by an orchid expert. The meeting closes with a plant raffle where members can expand their collections. It’s fun and informative for growers of all levels. Join us, visitors and guests are always welcome! Where: Memorial Lutheran Church 3375 US 1 South, St. Aug 32086

April 7 – Bifoliate Cattleya Hybrids
Ben Oliveros, Orchid Eros

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 . No charge.

350 A1A Beach Blvd.32080  Located at the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier parking lot.  Click here /  for the web page. https://www.wednesdaypierfarmersmarket.com/

4/10 Trifecta Home Furniture – 10-1pm – St Augustine – Join Us 10am-1pm

Located near the new ABC liquor store off of Pacetti Rd. (near K&B) 150 Registry Blvd. 32092. Click here for their web page. 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.  

4/10 St. Johns County Fairgrounds – Key 2026 events at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds in Elkton, FL, include the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival (April 10-12), and Cracker Day (Oct 10). The 90+ acre venue also hosts barrel racing, archery, and community events, supported by a covered arena, campsites, and expo facilities.

4/11 Community Garage Sale -Beacon Lake (CR210 across from Lowes) 8am-2pm 

4/11 Community Garage Sales  – St. Johns Forest (off of CR 210) 8am-1pm 

4/11 Community Garage Sale – King & Bear 8am-2pm

4/11 Community Garage Sale – Sevilla 8am-2pm

4/11 Community Garage Sale – Stillwater Golf and Country Club 8am-3pm

4/11 & 4/12 Community Garage Sale –  Murabella 8am-2pm

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!

4/18 Community Garage Sales  

Cascades 9am-2pm and Parkland Preserve 8am-1pm (cash only) 

4/18 & 4/19 Community Garage Sales

   Heritage Landing 8am-2pm

 Walden Chase  8am-12noon

4/22 Taste of Golf: at the Clubhouse / 21st Annual – 5:30- 930pm

A Premier Event Benefiting First Tee – North Florida. Each year the top private club and resort chefs come together to celebrate First Tee – North Florida for an evening of fellowship, live music, fun cocktails, a silent auction…and of course, great food! The event is extremely popular with golf lovers and foodies alike at the stunning TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse. All proceeds from the Taste of Golf benefit First Tee – North Florida. Click here for more info and to purchase tickets.4/24 2026 Recycling and Shredding Event – 9am-1pm

Location: Solid Waste Facility 60 Riberia Street. Free Event. View their flyer, posted below  or simply go to the City of St. Augustine web page, click here. Theie site has a link for a list of acceptable items and the flyer. The flyer lists what can and cannot be brought to the site.

4/25 Independent Bookstore Day – Needful Books & Things – WGV

Save the date for the last Saturday in April to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with us! More details to come! Click here for this event page on their FB.

520 W Twincourt Trl #3, Saint Augustine, FL, United States, Florida 32095

5/1 – 5/3 Vintage Market Days – Clay county Agricultural Fairgrounds

For more details, days/hours and tickets, click here for their event web page. *Pre-purchased ticket holders can shop at 9AM on Friday and Saturday. See tickets for more information.

5/6 – 5/10 The 2026 St. Augustine History Festival – 10am-6pm

SAVE THE DATES! The St. Augustine History Festival will take place May 6-10, 2026 with events at 25+ historic sites throughout historic St. Augustine, Florida!

The event was created and conceived by the University of Florida Historic St. Augustine, Inc. for the purpose of generating excitement about the history of America’s oldest city.

Stay updated with what and where these events are planned at www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com This link also lists many Historic Sites. At the bottom of this page is a link to a Map of Venue Locations (when there Ctrl + scroll to zoom the maps, view with the street names) 

FB page, click here.

5/9 2026 WAVES OF GRAY – 5K; Brain Cancer/Tumor Awareness Walk

Location: Jacksonville Beach Sea Walk Pavilion

Date/Time: Saturday, May 9th, Walk starts at 8AM  YOU’RE INVITED!

The Waves of Gray – 5K is a local fundraising event dedicated to spreading awareness and raising funds for brain cancer research while supporting individuals and families affected by this devastating disease. Through our annual 5K awareness walk, we bring people together to honor loved ones, celebrate survivors, and make a meaningful impact in the fight for better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. By participating, you’re not only joining a compassionate and supportive community—you’re helping drive hope forward and making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. See flyer posted below for more details.   You can register here: https://runsignup.com/WavesOfGray5K

 5/9 St. Augustine Chorus (SACC) – The Way to Peace – 7pm – Ancient City Baptist Church

St. Augustine Community Chorus will conclude their year-long “America 250” trilogy with a Spring Masterworks Concert. The St. Augustine Community Chorus (SACC) invites the community to an evening of profound beauty and renewal with The Way to Peace.

The performance will take place on Saturday, May 9th at 7:00 PM at the historic Ancient City Baptist Church in the heart of downtown St. Augustine. The repertoire balances contemporary masterworks with timeless classics, including the majesty of Haydn with excerpts from The Creation. The Way to Peace centers on the powerful themes of creation and love, exploring the cyclical journey of the human spirit. The evening’s featured work, Elaine Hagenberg’s Illuminare, takes the audience on an emotional odyssey from darkness to reemerging light.

Event Details

  • What: The Way to Peace – Spring Masterworks Concert
  • When: Saturday, May 9 | 7:00 PM
  • Where: Ancient City Baptist Church, 27 Sevilla St, St. Augustine, FL
  • Tickets: Available now at StAugustineCommunityChorus.org

“As light gradually returns, hope is restored, illuminating our future and guiding us along The Way to Peace.” Come renew your spirit with The Way to Peace from The St Augustine Community Chorus!

5/22 at 6pm – May 24 at 10pm Palatka Blue Crab Festival Palatka Riverfront

Click here for their FB page with details.

5/30 Pharoahs of St. Johns – Cruise-In – Trout Creek Memorial Park – 9am-12 noon

Note: We do the fifth Saturdays of a month for our Cruise Ins and the March 7th date for the annual car show. 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. for Pharoahs St. Johns. “Give a Rescue Dog & U.S Veteran A New Leash on Life”

 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.

Avoid the “Sold Out” sign at the door. Grab your admission tickets now and prepare for the biggest weekend in wrestling. TICKET INFORMATION … click here.

Save on your stay at the official host hotel – Renaissance Resort WGV. Click here to learn more. Earlybird rate – book by 5/22/26 $159 after that the rates go up.

The rumors are true. River City Wrestling Con is proud to announce that the legendary Goldberg will be our special Guest of Honor for a massive, one-day-only appearance!

APPEARING SATURDAY, JUNE 6 ONLY Limited Meet & Greet Packages – ON SALE NOW

6/16 Night Market – St. Augustine Amphitheatre

The Night Market is a local favorite, featuring handmade arts, crafts, and goods along with a variety of local food trucks, a full bar, and live music! The Night Market takes place on a select Tuesdays throughout the year from 5pm to 9pm. Click here for the website. On select Tuesdays 5-9pm.

  • Tuesday, June 16
  • Tuesday, September 15
  • Tuesday, December 8

~   ~   ~ Other news  ~   ~   ~   subject to change without notice

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.

Free and budget friendly things to do in St. Augustine.  Click here.