* * CALENDAR of EVENTS * * | Neighborhood Concierge WGV St. Augustine

FALL COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE DATES: (email me to get your dates on the Calendar!) Neighbors … use balloons, signs to get folks to your sale!

This Saturday 10/12 – 6 Community Garage Sales …

10/12 Beacon Lake (CR210 across from Beachwalk) 8am-12pm
10/12 – 10/14 Heritage Landing 8am-2pm (3-day sale)
10/12 & 10/13 MuraBella 8am-1pm (2-day sale)
10/12 Sevilla
10/12 St. John’s Forest 8am-1pm
10/12 Windward Ranch 8am-2pm
10/19 Kensington/Las Calinas
10/26 Turnberry 8am-2pm
10/26 Royal Pine 8am-2pm

NOTE: To make it easier to see the Activities on the Calendar by date I have moved the helpful info for IMAX, WGV/Kelly Lake, Caddyshack updates and all the helpful links that were listed to a new page, click on the **Helpful Links** page above (or click here). You’ll find many helpful and fun links to Beach access, SJC links, Theatres, COA, Concerts, FL Dept of Transportation, Sales Tax Holidays and much more.

I am not always notified of event changes – you can always go to the event website or FB page to confirm; especially when there is inclement weather and possible cancellation.

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Now – EXTENDED TO 10/13 Golf TEAL Dark – $35 Tee Times After 3:30pm – Benefitting Jacksonville Mayo Clinic Ovarian Cancer Research – Slammer & Squire

Date extended from 9/30 to 10/13 due to the record-breaking rainfall. Donate $35 and walk as many holes as you can TEAL dark! Walking only rate; add a cart for an additional $35+. Click here to set up tee time. Be sure to select a date between 9/1 & ~~9/30~~10/13 and scroll down to 3:30 – 6:30pm to choose the $35 rate (and $35 for golf cart is extra). And enjoy the TEAL Wave drink for a $10 donation. Grand reopening of the K&B golf course on 10/4. Two specials, click here. Golf TEAL Dark at S&S. Fun & Sun Summer Special – S&S.

Now – 10/16 (Fri & Sat only) Mortality & Mourning Spooky Tour 6:30pm or 7:30pm

Join us … if you dare … at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum for a Mortality & Mourning Spooky Tour. Click here for more info and tickets. Enjoy a guided candlelight tour through the 226-year-old historic house and learn about the ways that St. Augustine townsfolk of the 1800s practiced mourning rituals and cultural practices — from St. Augustine’s Second Spanish Colonial Era through its Victorian Era. Tickets are $22.

Now – 10/27 Sykes Family Farms – The Maze

Admission tickets include the following attractions: Corn Maze, Hayride, Playgounds, Cow Milking Station, Duck Races, Cow Train, Teeter Totter, Farm Animals, Barn Yard Ball Zone and Glow in the dark Pumpkin Blasters (New this year)! Click here for more details and to purchase tickets.

Note: Pumpkins and any other items from our pumpkin barn sold separately. Unfortunately our sunflowers bloomed too early and didn’t survive past our second weekend.

10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 Cornhole at Murray Bros Caddyshack – Tuesdays – weekly – Signups Start at 6:30pm

Starting September 3rd weekly – cornhole will be held at Caddyshack signups start at 630pm. Calling all cornhole game lovers … give it your best shot this Tuesday, 9/17 at Caddyshack! Click here for their FB page to read more about the game rules and registration fee. No partner needed to play.

10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30 Wednesday Pier Farmers Market – 8am-12noon

Located at the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier parking lot, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., open 8am to 12 noon on Wednesdays; click here for their website. Weekly.

Rescheduled to 10/17 (reposted below) … ~~10/10~~ “Fall About You” Open House Party – Renata Well Spa

10/10-13, 10/17-20, 10/24-31 Jacksonville Zoo – Spooktacular – 5:30-9:30pm

Explore the Zoo and Gardens and discover a world of treats, tricks and spooky delights. Search the Gardens for treat stations scattered from the main entrance to Play Park. Plus, for those brave enough, the Forest of Frights awaits! Click here for more details, to purchase tickets, and more.

10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22 Library Bookmobile at WGV Convention Center 10am — 1pm – Every Friday (no stop on 11/1, 11/29) Note: change in location

SJC Public Library – Book Mobile has moved to: 500 S. Legacy Trail, St. Augustine. Book suggestions. Pick up requested holds, apply for a library card, and browse our mobile collection! Click here for a pdf (or see below). Fridays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the WGV Convention Center Note: This schedule will be in effect through November 27th. Also on CR 210 and Nocatee are noted.

10/11, 10/18, 10/25 Farm Tour Fridays – Wesley Wells Farms – Each Friday in October

Weekday visits aren’t just for school groups anymore! We are thrilled for our upcoming Farm Tour Fridays! Every Friday, beginning October 4th, we will be open for farm tours. Hay ride tour lasts 30-40 minutes and begin at the following times and you must arrive 15 minutes ahead of time to check in: 9, 10 or 11am. All-inclusive u-pick experience: $50/person (includes entry, hay ride tour, animal feed, small u-pick bag, and a large drink from our concession stand). Click here to go to their FB page to read all the details! You may also opt for only the hay ride & history tour for $15. 2680 Ada Arnold Rd, St Augustine, FL 32092-0200. (Age 2 & up will need a ticket)

10/11, 10/18, 10//19, 10/25 Evenings at the Renaissance – Friday Nights – 7-9pm

Our popular “Friday Night Live” is now “Evenings at the Renaissance”! Come by and join us this week at The Bar at Villagio and check our new menu. FREE Music every Friday! Open to the public! Upcoming performers; will post when performer names are available from the Renaissance. TBD

10/12 Beacon Lake Community Garage Sale (CR210 across from Beachwalk) – 8am-12pm

Saturday, October 12th, 8am-12pm

10/12 – 10/14 Heritage Landing Community Garage Sale – 8am-2pm (3-day sale)

10/12 & 10/13 MuraBella Community Garage Sale – 8am-1pm

Saturday, October 12 & Sunday, October 13; 8am-1pm

10/12 Sevilla Community Garage Sale –

Saturday, October 12th

10/12 St. John’s Forest Community Garage Sale – 8am-1pm

Saturday, October 12th, 8am-1pm

10/12 Windward Ranch Community Garage Sale – 8am-2pm

Saturday, October 12th, 8am-1pm

10/12, 10/19, 10/26 St Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market – Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm (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, to check the individual event listings to see what’s coming up!

10/12 – 10/13 26^th Annual Greek Festival

Immerse yourself in authentic Greek culture and heritage October 12-13, 2024 during the 26th Annual Greek Festival! 7 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Take out or eat in and enjoy the festivities… or better yet, eat in AND take out to enjoy later. Click here for more details. Note: there will be no parking at the church or on CR 214 but there will be a free shuttle from Old Town Trolley – check back at the site where they will be posting updates. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 2940 County Road 214 St. Augustine, FL 32084

10/12, 10/19, 10/26 Murray Bros. Caddyshack in World Golf Village. Live Music on Saturdays 7-9pm

Come on out and enjoy! It’s what’s happening on Saturday nights! October lineup: 10/12 Avenue D; 10/19 Don Cooper; 10/26 Dave Besley

10/12, 10/19, 10/26 Live Entertainment – AJ’s at King & Bear – Saturdays 5:30-8:30pm (Open to the Public)

NEWS FROM AJ’s … With the King & Bear set to reopen this Friday we are starting back up 3 nights of dinner service every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5pm – 9pm. We will also start serving lunch 7 days a week 11am – 5pm.

Live music starting at 5:30pm and goes until 8:30pm. October lineup: 10/12 Bret Blackshear; 10/19 Evan Dease; 10/26 Christian Powers

10/16 West King Wednesday – 10am-9pm — 3rd Wednesday

You’re invited to come out to West King Wednesday! Celebrate the West King Shopping District and all it has to offer on the third Wednesday of the month! This monthly event is a collaboration of community, culture and small businesses of West Augustine. Click here Food * Specials * Art * Music * Beer * Wine. for more details. Click here for their FB page. Every third Wednesday of the month small businesses in West Augustine showcase their community, products, and culture.

Rescheduled to 10/17 … “Fall About You” Open House Party – Renata Well Spa

Treat yourself to some fun and pampering. Open House party 3-6:30pm; Botox event 12-5pm. All are Welcome – VIP Deals, Door Prizes, Chair Massages, Bubbly & Fabulous Discounts! Bring a Friend New To Renata & Receive Free SkinMedica gift box! Please call to RSVP 904-770-5021. (Located near the BP gas station off of IGP.) Click here to see all the details.

10/17 – 10/20 32^nd Annual Biketoberfest® – Daytona Beach

Come experience the Southeast’s best motorcycle rally featuring motorcycle shows, custom bike builds and hundreds of the industry’s top vendors throughout Daytona Beach. All roads lead to this rally. Click here for their website.

Biketoberfest® is a collection of activities that take place at venues and businesses in cities throughout Volusia County and beyond. Our local hotels, businesses, parks and beaches are open for visitors to enjoy the area’s beautiful October weather and scenic rides. We ask all our visitors who do decide to travel to please visit responsibly. Four day event.

10/18 – 10/20 St. Benedict Blues Festival

This year marks the 12th year of the annual festival featuring some of the best blues performers, amazing home cooked food and tons of fun. dmission: $7.00 at the gate, $5.00 in advance. For Complete details and to purchase tickets, click here to Visit St Augustine. St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church 86 Martin Luther King Avenue St. 32084

10/19 Kensington/Las Calinas Community Garage Sale – 8am-1pm

Saturday, October 19^th, 8am-1pm

10/19 Nocatee Farmers Market – 10am-1pm — Farmers Market — 3rd Saturday

Come shop local at our monthly Farmers Market happening on the third Saturday monthly, from 10:00am-1:00pm at Nocatee Station Field! There will be live music by local band and shopping from over 80 local vendors offering items such as organic produce, herbs, spices, delicious unique foods, crafts, jewelry and more! Plus, Blue Water Bar will be open so you can purchase a beverage while shopping the market. This event is weather permitting.

10/19 – 10/20 NAS Jax Air Show – Free Event – Open to the Public

The NAS Jax Air Show, Birthplace of the Blue Angels, will be held October 19 & 20, 2024 aboard NAS Jacksonville. This event has free admission and parking, no tickets are required to attend. The gates open at 9 am and the show will begin at 11 am. At the NAS Jax Air Show you will witness thrills like never before from a variety of military and civilian demonstrations. The grand finale will be the Navy’s flight demonstration team, The Blue Angels, who will begin at 3 pm. The schedule will be the same every day of the weekend. Click here for their website. Click here for their FB page for details. All spectators over the age of 18 must present a physical photo ID to gain access to this year’s air show. 6799 Roosevelt Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244

10/19 SJC Cracker Day – SJC Fairgrounds – Market & Activities – Horse Games

Their flyer says it all … see below …

10/19 – 10/20 Bunnell Italian Festival – Flagler County Fairgrounds – 10am-6pm

Indulge in the most delicious and diverse street food offerings! Come for the food, stay for the fun! In addition to amazing food, Bunnell Italian Festival also features live music, games and activities for all ages. You can enjoy everything from local bands to international performers. Check our schedule for the full lineup. Click on their web page for more details. Still open to adding sponsors. Click here for their FB page.

10/19 Vibe-Rations – Music Festival – Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park – 11am- 6:30pm

Community event with music, food trucks, fun & drinks. VIP available with limited tickets. Free shuttle around Vilano all day! General Admission $25; VIP w/Valet Parking $100. Don’t miss out on this epic event featuring your favorite rock hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Click here for their FB page. Click here for tickets. **Please note: October’s Artisan Market is postponed until November due to the Vibe-Rations Music Festival on October 19th.**

10/19 – 10/20 Clay County Community Halloween Bash – Clay County Fairgrounds

Free event. See the flyer below for details and click here for more details to stay current.

10/19 Artisan’s Market – Vilano Beach Main Street – 4-8pm – Third Saturday

Artisan’s Market hosted by Vilano Beach Main Street From 4 pm to 8 pm always the Third Saturday each month, with over 20 vendors exhibiting their products in booths and tables on the sidewalk from the junction of A1A and Vilano Road to the Holiday Inn. A cash bar offering wine and beer & live local musicians will create a beach party atmosphere. A Free Event. In the shopping district of Vilano Beach, along Vilano Road. St. Augustine, FL. 32084 Click here for more info including vendor info.

10/25 – 10/26 Balloon Glow & Laser Show – Clay County Fair – Green Cove Springs

Get the whole family out for a great family fun time! See incredible Hot Air Balloons, check that bucket list and get a ride on an actual Hot Air Balloon! Live Music for your entertainment from a variety of Artists. Craft & Retail Vendor Booths with tons of cool and interesting stuff for sale! Food Vendors with bunches of fantastic Festival Style food to choose from! Click here for their FB page with more details.

CCF – 2507 SR-16 West, Green Cove Springs 32043 (under 20 miles from WGV)

10/26 Turnberry and Royal Pines Fall Community Garage Sale – 8am-2pm

These neighborhoods are next to each other … get to visit two on same day! Saturday, October 26, 8am-2pm

10/26 Artisan Autumn Market – Royal St Augustine Clubhouse – 9am-3pm

Come meet and support our local artists. 301 Royal St. Augustine Parkway.

10/26 Ancient City Kids Day – Francis Field – 11am-3pm – Free Admission

More than 40 youth service organizations from the community provide activities and games for kids and their families. The organizations also offer resource materials for parents about programs and services in the community. Free t-shirts and goody bags are for the kids, while supplies last. A popular annual event organized by EPIC Community Services and other sponsoring agencies.

2024 Entertainment:
11:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Drum circle with kids invited to participate
11:30 a.m – noon — Shinsei Martial Arts, student demonstration
Noon – 12:45 p.m. — St. Augustine Ballet performance
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. — Zoika’s Dance performance
2:00 – 2:30 p.m. — Guitar student Eloise Arnold of St. Augustine High School, music performance
2:30 – 3:00 p.m. — Easy Reader’s Band music performance

10/26 – 10/27 40^th Annual Mount Dora Craft Fair

Join us to celebrate an incredible milestone in the history of this exceptional event that consistently ranks amongst the TOP events in the entire USA. In October of 2024 we celebrate 40 years of arts and crafts. Click here for their FB page.

10/26 8^th Annual Headless Bangers Costume Ball – Renaissance WGV – 8pm

Visit their FB page for this event, click here, for all the details. We’ll have 3 bar stations, like last year, which kept the bar lines short! The bars do not accept cash! REMINDER: There will only be desserts served at the event – NO DINNER FOOD. It is recommended that you eat dinner prior to arriving. The Ball is presented by BedRock – The Ultimate Hair Band Experience and Tribute to 80’s / 90’s Rock, your hosts for the evening. Come in your scariest, funniest, or most outrageous costume and see if you have what it takes to win the contest. Tickets are $40 if purchased online in advance ($50 at the door if not sold out).

10/31, 11/28, 12/26 Uptown Block Party – Last Thursday Monthly – 5-9pm / past regular closing hours

St. Augustine Uptown “Block Party” July 25th 5-9pm… On the last Thursday of every month, many of the Uptown shops along San Marco Avenue, stay open past their normal closing time for the St. Augustine Uptown Block Party. The Uptown neighborhood of shops and eateries begins at Grove Avenue and stretches north to the roundabout. Click here to see a list of the uptown businesses.

11/1 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.

11/1 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.

11/2, 12/7 Community Market – Your Farmers Market – – 9am-1pm First Saturday

(Note previously known as Beachwalk Market) New name, time and location: Community Market relating to Faith Community Church located at 3450 CR 210 St. Johns Fl 32259)The Community Market is the place to be on Saturday mornings! Every first Saturday of the month from 9am-1pm, join them for food, music, fun and more. Dogs are more than welcome and they have water available for our 4-legged friends. This is a wonderful way to start each first Saturday of the month. The market is full of fantastic vendors bringing to the table real treats! Some you eat like Pierogis, artisan breads and pastries, fresh produce, local seafood, empanadas, dips, kettle corn, nuts, local honey, Italian ice, food trucks and more. Then there is the talented artists, seamstress, jewelers, metal art, solar lights, and much more. Please join us for a fun filled start to the day as we can’t wait to see you. Grab the family & pups for a wonderful time.

11/2 Georgia vs FL – The Rivalry Returns

Click here for details on the game. Learn the history behind this annual college football game. FAQs – where do I get game tickets? University of Georgia and the University of Florida. The rivalry continues on Saturday, November 2nd at EverBank Stadium.

11/5 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.

11/7 – 11/10 Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife – Vilano Beach

It’s a culinary weekend experience like no other. Expect to sip and savor great whiskey, spirits, wine, beer and culinary tastings – all oceanside with music and a relaxed Vilano Beach vibe. Click here to read all the details and what to expect for this event! Click on the menu on their page for all the details, i.e., free shuttle service; and for a $15 fee each way you can select a water shuttle. Tickets are on sale now.

11/8 – 11/10 Historic Lincolnville Festival

3 Day Event – Friday Night Jazz Ensamble; Saturday Festival; Sunday Church Worship.

Admission: Free admission on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets for the Friday Night Jazz event / with drink cost $25.00. Tickets are available for purchase online through Eventbrite. More details coming soon.

11/9 11^th Annual Holiday Market in the South – Renaissance Resort WGV – 10am-3pm

Get ready for the ultimate holiday shopping experience. Explore unique gifts, decorations, and treats from 150+ local vendors. Free event open to all. For all the fun details of this annual event, click here for their FB page.

11/15 – 11/17 Vintage Market Days – Clay County Fairgrounds – Green Cove Springs – 10am-4pm

Vintage Market Days® is an upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, vintage, furniture, boutique clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, food trucks, seasonal plantings, and a little more. The market is a three day event held twice a year. Our event partners with non-profits to give back to the local area. Click here to purchase tickets*. ($8+ or Sun 6+) Click here for their FB page for all the details. *Pre-purchased ticket holders can shop at 9AM on Friday and Saturday.

CCF – 2507 SR-16 West, Green Cove Springs 32043 (under 20 miles from WGV)

11/16 16^th Annual A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale – 8am – 2pm

Friends of A1A and our fellow Florida Scenic Highway partners are promoting the longest Garage Sale in Northeast Florida for the 16th year! There will be many locations along the 150 mile route to stop and shop. Some are residences along the A1A Byway and others are community centers or businesses. This is the official registration form for the 2024 sale. Click here for their FB page with more details. 150 Mile Garage Sale.

11/16 3^rd Annual World Golf Village Makers Market – Good News Church – 11-2pm

Bringing together local artisans, crafters, and creators to showcase their unique talents. Discover a wide variety of handmade goods, including jewelry, artwork, home, clothing, and much more. Click here for more info.

11/22 – 11/24 Diamonds in the Rust Fall Market – 10am-4pm; 9am-5pm; 10am-4pm

Explore an array of vendors showcasing unique pieces, including one-of-a-kind finds, vintage treasures, nostalgic items, trending home decor, handcrafted pieces, rare relics, antiques, delightful treats, and distinctive gifts. Join us for an unparalleled shopping experience under shaded oak hammocks and in our beautifully lit barns. Click here for details including admission prices, parking, eats (food trucks) and more.

11/23/24 – 1/26/25 – Nights of Lights in the Ancient City

This year’s Nights of Lights kickoff celebration, Light-Up! Night, will take place on Saturday, November 23. The last day of the 2024-2025 Nights of Lights season will be Sunday, January 26, 2025. Click here for details. Parking info, Free shuttle schedule, event schedule and more.

11/29 – 12/21 Christmas Experience – Ancient City Farmstead – Friday-Saturday & Sunday

Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida! Ancient City Farmstead is thrilled to bring the inaugural Christmas Experience to St. Augustine — a holiday spectacle so packed with family fun that you’re liable to find yourself on the naughty list! Come see the region’s tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa’s Workshop, and bring your skates for ice skating (extra $ for skating) and pick a Christmas tree that may be purchased also. Click here to read more about the event, attractions and purchase tickets. Reindeer Games. Bumble’s Bounce House. Food Trucks & Concessions available. And more. Location: (just south of IGP off A1A) 395 St Marks Pond Blvd, St. Augustine 32095. Parking is easy and FREE!

11/29 – 12/1 35^th Annual Christmas Made in the South – Prime Convention Center

Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine arts and crafts vibrant. Click here for details. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa’s elves hard at work. 11/29 – 12/1 2024 Fri. 9-5 – Sat. 10-5 – Sun. 11-5 The Prime Osborn Convention Center 1000 Water St. Jacksonville, FL 32204

11/29 – 12/29 Glowing Gardens – Jax Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

While the event is still being meticulously crafted, here’s a sneak peek at some of the unique features that will make this show an extraordinary experience and to purchase tickets, click here. Step into a Floridian winter wonderland this holiday season.

11/30 – 12/1 2^nd Annual Hastings Fall Festival of Art

Join us for a celebration of art and community at the 2nd Annual Hastings Fall Festival of Art, held in collaboration with the St. Augustine Art Association. This two-day festival will showcase a wide range of talented artists and makers, featuring works in painting, glasswork, pottery, fiber art, photography, jewelry, and more! Live music, local food trucks, cottage artisan market, plein art, tale tellers, live painting demo by the Florida Highwaymen artists and Kids Zone. Click here for all the details.

12/7 St. Augustine Christmas Parade 9-10:30am

Experience St. Augustine’s annual Christmas Parade with floats, marching bands, cars, horses and the arrival of Santa. The parade starts at 9 a.m. by the Mission Nombre de Dios off San Marco Avenue and continues through the downtown streets of historic St. Augustine. It starts at the Shrine of Our Lady de La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios off San Marco Avenue and continues through the downtown streets and ends at the Visitor Information Center at 10 West Castillo Drive. After the parade, Santa stops by the Plaza de la Constitución and will pose for photos with kids of all ages.

12/8 Garden Club-53rd Holiday Tour of Homes – Christmas in the Gilded Age – 12-5pm

The Tea and Boutique will be held at the beautiful River House, 179 Marine St., from noon until 4:00pm. There will be 6 houses decorated by the Garden Club of St. Augustine. Walking tour but has limited transportation. Click here for all the details. Gifts and goodies will be on sale. Ticket price is $45.

12/10 Seasonal Night Market – St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 5-9pm (click here for their web page)

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.

Upcoming 2024 Night Market Dates:
Tuesday, September 17: singing & square dancing with Skin & Bonz
Tuesday, December 10

12/14 The Christmas Market – Clay County Fairgrounds – Green Cove Springs – 10am-3pm

Come out and get those last minute Christmas presents at our Christmas Market! You wont be disappointed. We will have over 80 vendors, food trucks on site and so much more! FREE Entry! Click here for their FB page.

CCF – 2507 SR-16 West, Green Cove Springs 32043 (under 20 miles from WGV)

12/14 5^th Annual World Golf Village Holiday Community Event – Good News Church – 11-2

Get ready for the Santa & Grinch, holiday shopping and a family fun day!

Santa & The Grinch Meet & Greet; Creatives & Retailers; Music & Performances; Food & Treats; Bounce House & Face Painting; Event Photo Contest. Click here for info on web.

Good News Church World Golf Village, 573 W Twincourt Trail, St. Augustine 32095

12/15 St Augustine Historic Inns – Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour – 1-5pm

The B&B holiday Tour returns for 2024! Welcome back. Self-walking tour. B&Bs on tour and parking info noted on on their website. Click here for details. Ticket information click here. There are two options for tickets – No Food $40; Buffet & Tour $$75 – select your time (plus fees). Tickets are limited so sign up today.

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1/9 – 1/12 – 2025 Saint Augustine Film Festival 1/9 – 1/12 – 2025

The Saint Augustine Film Festival takes place in the heart of St Augustine. All venues are within a 5 minute walk in one of America’s most beautiful cities. As the event takes place in January, it is right during ‘Nights of Lights’ when the City is festooned with over 5 million lights – a winter wonderland. The filmmaker is invited to intro the film plus lead Q&A following the screening. Film submissions dates: earlybird deadline 10/1/24 and late deadline date 11/1/24. Click here to learn more.

1/25 – 1/26/2025 3^rd Annual BBQ, Bacon & Brews Fest – Clay County Fairgrounds – Green Cove Springs – 10am-5pm

Family Fun & Festivities, Fall off the Bone BBQ, Chocolate Covered Bacon, Art & Crafts, Free Bounce Houses, Free Frisbee Dog Show, Axe Throwing Tournament, Live Entertainment, Free Rock Painting, Homemade Fudge, Pony Rides, Free Bacon Relay, Face Painting, Free Hula Hoop Contest, Free Petting Farm, Cutest Baby Contest, Free Inside Toddler Play Area, Free Sack Races, Train Rides, Free Corn Hole, Yummy Treats & Much More!

Admission $7, Kids 2 & Under Free. For $1 OFF ADMISSION—Visit our website for a coupon or bring a canned good for discount. Benefits the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs. Click here for their FB page.

CCF – 2507 SR-16 West, Green Cove Springs 32043 (under 20 miles from WGV)

2/20 – 2/23 2025 Topicon Book Expo & Writing Convention – Renaissance Downtown St. Augustine

Readers, Writers, & Authors … Visit the Tropicon website, click here, for more info that shows two dates and locations: 2/20-2/23 2025 at the Renaissance downtown and also Tropicon Branson 5/8-5/10 2025. Author/Vendor Rosters are noted on their website.

3/1/2025 Florida Man Games – St. Johns Fairgrounds – 9am-9pm Tickets on Sale

The Florida Man Games will return in 2025 to the St. Augustine, Florida area with a new venue — the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. Save the Date: March 1, 2025 EARLY BIRD tickets for The Florida Man Games go on sale Monday, May 13. General admission tickets are $25, VIP tickets are $99, and RV tailgating spaces are $550. For more info, to purchase tickets, or to be a sponsor or vendor, visit thefloridamangames.com. What is it? Click on the Tickets tab on their website to learn more and some guidelines for attendees. The “wildest competition sporting event on Earth”. Want to compete? — get your team together!

3/1 – 3/2/2025 9^th Annual Strawberry Fest – Clay County Fairgrounds – Green Cove Springs – 10am-5pm

Family Fun & Festivities, Plant City Strawberries, Art & Crafts, Delicious Food, Free Bounce Houses, Strawberry Shortcake, Live Entertainment, Free Rock Painting, Strawberry Fudge, Pony Rides, Free Strawberry Relay, Strawberry Wine Slush Mixes, Face Painting, Free Hula Hoop Contest, Pie Eating Contest, Free Petting Farm, Berry Cute Baby Contest, Free Sack Races, Train Rides, Free Corn Hole, Yummy Treats & Much More!

Admission $7 Cash Only, Kids 2 & Under Free. For $1 off admission visit our website for coupon or bring a canned good for discount. Benefits The Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs! Click here for their FB page.

CCF – 2507 SR-16 West, Green Cove Springs 32043 (under 20 miles from WGV)

3/29 – 3/30 2025 42^nd St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival – Francis Field

Francis Field is at 29 W/ Castillo Drive in downtown St. Augustine. Saturday,10am to 9pm, and Sunday 11am to 6pm. Click here for the festival website. The Arts & Crafts village closes at sundown. Click here to see PARKING page for shuttle info. No pets allowed except certified service animals. Great Food, Live Music, Entertainment and Activities, Arts & Crafts, Kids Zone Click here to read more about the St. Augustine Lions who raise funds to support community and individual needs.

4/26/2025 28^th Annual Taste of St. Augustine – The AMP – 11am-4pm

A celebration of culinary excellence, local flavors, and community spirit in historic St. Augustine. Click here for their FB page. Admission $5. Taste Tickets $1 each. Restaurants charge 1-5 tickets per dish. Free parking and shuttle. 20+ restaurants and food trucks. Free children’s area. At the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.

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Click here for the Attractions + for SJC Residents with discounts or some free admission or simply click on the tab at the top of this page.