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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).        

Note:  Music & Art by the Sea (St Augustine Pier) – will return in August (no concerts in July) 

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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7/30 Wednesday Pier Farmers Market – 8am-12noon – Weekly

May through October: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm; 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.

7/31  Concerts in the Plaza – Thursdays – 6-8pm

The 2025 concerts have been announced. Click here for their page listing the Thursday concert information including the list of performers. 

Next up: 7/31 The Morrow Family Band / Americana

8/1 – 8/31 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday

Click here for the Dept. of Revenue Back to School web page for more info.  See flyer below with details of tax-free items.

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 Bookmobile – Stop is now at Mill Creek Park – 10am-1pm – Fridays

Bookmobile update: The Bookmobile stop is now at the brand new Mill Creek Park, Time remains the same, 10am-1pm. Click here details. Need a library card? Pick up your requested holds. Browse the mobile collection. Fines may only be paid online or at one of their branches.  Park address:  4881 FL-16 St. Augustine, FL 32092

8/1 TRIFECTA Home Furniture Event – WGV – 10am-1pm Friday

TRIFECTA Home Furniture – WGV location – Next event date 8/1 FridayClick here for their website – WGV location, near King & Bear entrance. 160 Registry Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32092   You can also view via FB, click here for St. Augustine event.

8/1 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.

8/1 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.

8/1 Pool Party & Summer Market – Event by Lightner Museum – 5:30-8pm

Join us for a fun evening around the historic swimming pool! Shop from local artisans and the Lightner Museum Store. Click here for their FB event page to see the list of local artisans. Guests will also enjoy: live artists; music; photo booth; family activities; & more.  Click here for a list of vendors.  

8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, 8/30 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, check the individual event listings to see what’s coming up!

8/2 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!

August lineup: 8/2 Clay Benjamin, 8/9 On Time (Ken & Joe), 8/16 Mike K, 8/23 Sea Level, 8/30 Tim Jones

8/2 Live Entertainment – AJ’s at King & Bear – 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.

August lineup: 8/2 Ace Winn; 8/9 No music this night; 8/16 Chase Rideman; 8/23 Kalani Rose; 8/30 Bret Blackshear

8/3 Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum – 10am-2pm   

8/4 Jeep Night – Texas Roadhouse – 410 Outlet Mall Blvd – St Augustine – 6-8pm

Activities include: Contests & prizes, Andy Armadillo, Ducks for Jeeps (while supplies last). Click here for their FB event page.

8/5 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.

8/10 St. Augustine Bird Expo – Renaissance WGV – 9am-4pm

Come join us August 10 in St Augustine we will have lots of birds, toys, cages, stands and much more. Everything for your feathered friend in one place you can even take home a new buddy.  Admission is $5; children 10 and younger free. 

8/16 Vilano Beach Artisan Market – Every Third Saturday – 4-8pm – Next 9/20

The Vilano Beach Artisan Market will be taking a summer break in July and August to beat the heat and soak in some sunshine!
We’ll be back and better than ever this fall—so mark your calendars for our next Market:

Saturday, September 20   4 PM – 8 PM  Thanks for supporting local makers, artists, and good vibes.  See you in September!

8/20 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.

 8/20 Music and Art by the Sea – 2025 Concerts – by the St. Augustine Pier

Music and Art by the Sea … Wednesday Concerts for 2025, click here for the direct link to the St Augustine Beach Civic Association for the full list of performers, event hours and activities and food trucks. Concert Shuttle is No More – at least for now.  There will be no concerts during the month of July and resuming in August.  Season:  5/21-6/25 and then 8/20-9/24.     (After the 6/25 concert there will be a summer break, returning on 8/20 with: Feedback the Band  – Dance / Roc.)

Next up:  8/20 Feedback the Band – Dance Rock    Food Truck TBD

8/22 – 8/24 Florida Skimboarding Pro/AM Tournament – Vilano Beach

The event is family-friendly and will span the entire weekend from sunrise to sunset. (There is a competitors meeting on Friday evening, August 22.) Location: A1A / 2750 Anahma Dr 32084

8/22 – 8/24 Fairy Hair at The Tattoo Convention – Renaissance WGV

I’m in the foyer right outside the entrance! Friday night the event opens at 5pm!8/22 Foundation Cigars Event at Dapper D’s Cigars – St Johns – 5pm

Get ready to indulge in the finest cigars from Rocky Patel and mingle with fellow cigar enthusiasts. We will have discounts, raffles for free merchandise, and more. Live music starting at 7pm. 150 Fountains Way, Ste 1, St Johns 32259   Click here for this FB event page.

8/23 19th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser – Slammer & Squire Golf Course – 7am

Captain’s Choice Format (Shot Gun Start) Senior Tees and Women Tees at the course. Hotel accommodations are available. Cost includes lunch buffet awards presentation immediately following the tournament. Contact David Agurs at 704-293-4794 with questions.

8/28 Uptown Block Party – Last Thursday Monthly – 5-9pm

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. 

8/30, and 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 8/30 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. 

8/30, 9/27 Tunes & Blooms – Concert Series @ St Augustine Aquarium Jax Zoo & Gardens – 6-9pm

The Tunes and Blooms lineup is here. Each evening features a unique musical theme, fun giveaways and access to select attractions, including the Wildlife Carousel, 4D Theater and Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure. Plus, select animals might be visible during the evening, like tigers, sloths and stingrays. Whether you’re vibing to throwback hits or dancing to Latin beats, there’s something for everyone! Click here for more info on this event and ticket info.

 

 8/31 3rd Annual Royal Court of Jacksonville Gala – Funding the Future of the Performing Arts – One Scholarship at a Time – Crystal Ballroom (WGV) – 6-10pm

Please join us click here for details about this fundraiser event. Bringing together patrons of the arts, community leaders, and esteemed guests for a night of elegance and philanthropy. Guests will enjoy an exquisite evening featuring live performances, delicious food, silent auctions, and special presentations. Blending Bridgerton’s elegance with Southern charm. Click here to purchase tickets. (Early Bird Ticket 4/1 – 6/8 $135) Kiayana’s Imagine This Foundation. Live Music – Silent Auction – Open Bar – Heavy Hors d’oeuvres. Victorian attire required for entry.

9/6 460th Anniversary Founder’s Day Celebration – Annual Commemoration – Pedro Menendez 10am-5pm

Click here for Florida’s Historic Coast web page for this event … click here for the schedule.

Join the annual commemoration of the founding of the city of St. Augustine. On September 8, 1565, Spanish Admiral Pedro Menendez and his fleet made landfall and were greeted by the indigenous Timucuan tribes. At 10 a.m. there will be a historical reenactment of the 1565 landing at Mission Nombre de Dios, followed by a celebration of Catholic Mass at the outdoor rustic altar. Admission is free.

At noon, guests to the Fountain of Youth Park are able to witness a reenactment of the first Thanksgiving meal. The Fountain of Youth is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission and St. Johns County resident prices are applicable. Mission Nombre de Dios, 27 Ocean Ave.; Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, 11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine. www.missionandshrine.org 9/6 End of Summer Beach Bash – St. Augustine Beach Pier Park – 12noon – 4pm

Celebrate the end of summer with the City of St. Augustine Beach at our End of Summer Beach Bash – a FREE event full of family fun and island vibes. Bring your friends, family, and your best (or worst!) Hawaiian shirt and join us at the pier for an afternoon of laughter, games, and community celebration! Click here for a list of fun events!

9/8 – 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.

9/12 – 9/14 Ancient City Con 2025 – Renaissance WGV

This event is a celebration of all things science fiction, anime, fantasy, horror, and gaming. Click here for all the events, schedule, and more. Featuring special guests from many of the popular movies and TV shows. After hours events. Celebrity Photo Ops. Tickets are on sale now. (Click here for their FB page and ops to work the show.)

9/13 – 9/14 Fall Orchid & Plant Sale – Jacksonville Orchid Society

Free demos, ask the experts, thousands of orchids and orchid merchandise. A great free event for all. 9/13 9am-5pm & 9/14 9am-4pm

9/14 Art & Bark in the Park – Lakeside Park – 12noon-5pm

Join us for Art & Bark in the Park, a paws-itively fun and creative afternoon for the whole family — including your four-legged friends! Meet animal rescue groups and learn how you can support or adopt a pet in need. Enjoy live local music throughout the day Free and family-friendly Bring your lawn chairs, your pup, and your love for art and community to this one-of-a-kind event at Lakeside Park! Click here to browse a variety of local art.

9/16, 12/9  Summer Night Market – St. Augustine Amphitheatre – 5-6:30pm

The Seasonal Night market features some of our favorite local vendors, along with a variety of food trucks, full bars, and live music featuring Chelsea Saddler and Bad Dog Mama! The Summer Night Market is free and open to all ages! Click here for web page.

On one Tuesday each season, the Night Market offers food, produce, music, and fun. Click here for information and guidelines (i.e., no pets please) and more.  Another Night Market date: Tuesday, December 9

 9/20 – 9/21 Sing Out Loud Festival – Francis Field – Get Tickets

This year’s hallmark event returns to Francis Field in downtown St. Augustine on September 20 & 21, bringing an unforgettable weekend of live music. Click here for the event website. The 2025 lineup features an incredible mix of artists, including Hozier, Beabadoobee, Vance Joy, The Teskey Brothers, and Father John Misty—plus many more!

The Sing Out Loud Festival presents a two-day concert at Francis Field, Live Wildly showcase, with multiple performers, including dream-pop artist Beabadoobee, singersongwriter Father John Misty, and star musician David Kushner on Saturday. Sunday’s lineup includes the blues duo Teskey Brothers, indie rock band Rilo Kiley, and singer Gigi Perez.

9/20 Vilano Beach Artisan Market RETURNS – Every Third Saturday – 4-8pm –

Was closed for summer break July and August.  We are back.  Bonus tip for the next Saturday’s Artisan Market (6/21 4-8p) – on the third Saturday monthly: The north end of the Nature Walk includes a small parking lot—an excellent option for visitors who want to attend the market but are having difficulty finding parking closer to the Town Center. The Artisan Market will now be set up on the west end of Vilano Road, starting near the Vilano Beach Pier. Click here for the Vilano Beach Main Street website – dates, events, map and more.  Shop local art, jewelry, candles, soaps, small-batch foods, and more.

9/21 Premier Bride Expo – Renaissance WGV – 1-4pm

Remember – the Premier Bride Expo is the ONLY locally owned and operated wedding expo in 904! We have been connecting brides, grooms and vendors since 2000! It’s the last BIG wedding expo of 2025! If you are planning a wedding or special event you don’t want to miss this expo. Click here for the FB page for this event.

9/26 – 9/28 St. Augustine Songwriters Festival – Various Amazing Venues

Join us at the St. Augustine Songwriters Festival (Sept. 26th-28th. 2025) and let the magic of music transport you to a world where every note and lyric comes alive with tales of triumph, love, and everything in between. Click here for the main web page. Click here to see the schedule of the live performances and venues for each day. (The About page has incorrect dates, I have reached out to the web producer.)

9/28 St. Augustine Record Fair – St Augustine Amphitheatre – 11am

Find limited-edition vinyl, 90’s tour posters, vintage rock t-shirts, even cassette tapes and record players. In addition to dozens of vendors, onsite screen-printing, food trucks, and live entertainment by DJ Papi Disco makes for a full day of family-friendly activities. This all-ages event is free and open to the public. Click here for info on Sing Out Loud Festival page.

10/4 Pink Up the Pace 5K Walk/Run – 8am-12noon – Francis Field

Pink Up the Pace 5K Walk/Run is an annual event to raise money for breast cancer awareness. Click here for their web page. The largest 5K in St. Augustine, Pink up the Pace runs through the streets of St. Augustine. The run/walk starts at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2025.  Click here to register. Pre Race Activities – Francis Field 7am; race starts at the City Gates at 8am. Note: (PUTP expo & packet pick up info –10/3 Anastasia Baptist Church 3:30-6:30pm, SR A1A 32080.  

10/4 – 11/2 Sykes Family Farms Crop Maze – Elkton, FL – 10am-10pm

We combine a 9-acre corn maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns.. Mix it all together and you have “Agritainment”! After you conquer The Maze enjoy the rest of the day visiting all of our attractions. Click here for their FB event page to see the list of all the fun things to do throughout the day.

10/7 National Night Out – St. Augustine Beach Pier – 5-8pm – Law Enforcement Agencies and Fire Departments – Community Event

Join us for a FREE event sponsored by your local Law Enforcement Agencies and Fire Departments. This event brings the community together for a night of fun. Food and Beverages, Music, Goodie Bags for Kids, Raffles, Exhibitors/Vendors, Law Enforcement Personnel, Non-Profits

10/18 Vibe-Rations Music Festival – Vilano Beach – 10:45am-6:45pm

Catch the Vibe at Vilano Beach’s biggest party of the year! Vibrations 2025 brings together an incredible lineup of rock legends and local favorites for a beachside music festival that spans the decades. Click here for this year’s lineup; food trucks and libations; kid & pet friendly atmosphere.  Click here for update.  We’re thrilled to welcome Jeff “Skunk” Baxter to the Vibe-Rations Music Festival lineup on October 18 in Vilano Beach! … Purchase tickets, click here, anyone can purchase parking tickets. The only tickets for sale are VIP tickets. Outside of the VIP area, it is free to the public.

10/24 – 10/26 St. Benedict the Moor Blues Fest – Lincolnville

The festival will take place at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, located at 86 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. It features live blues music, home-cooked food including gumbo and BBQ, and desserts. Admission is $7.00, and proceeds benefit the church’s renovation. Friday and Saturday 4-10pm; Sunday 10am-3:30pm. (Watch for updates on their FB page in case of inclement weather cancellations) A limited number of chairs and tables are available, so guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. 86 M.L. King Ave 32084.

10/24 Halloween Tricks and Treats – St. Augustine Beach Police Dept – 5-7pm

Join the SABPD for tricks and treats at the beach. This is a free event for all to enjoy. There will be Police Vehicles, Fire Rescue, Halloween Games, Popcorn and more! Location: St Augustine Police Dept. 2300 A1A South, St. Augustine 32080

10/25-10/26 The U.S. Navy Blue Angels Return to Jax Beach – Sea & Sky Air Show

The Blue Angels are returning to the skies! Get ready for an action-packed weekend of aerial stunts and thrills. The Blue Angels, civilian and military aerobatic performances, and more. Free and family-friendly. More details about the event, including parking, shuttles, road closures, and attractions, will be announced closer to the event date. Click here to read more about it. Or on their FB page, click here. (Note: The Blue Angels were originally not scheduled to perform in Jacksonville in 2025, but the show was added after a cancellation.)   75 1st St N Jacksonville Beach, FL   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10/25 29th Annual Ancient City Kids Day – Francis Field – 11am-3pm

The event is free for the public and will include over 40 youth service organizations offering games and activities, arts and crafts, and contests for the kids. There will be giveaways of free t-shirts/goody bags for kids while they last and information about community resources will be available for parents. In addition, there is live entertainment all day. The only cost to the public will be for food or drink, it helps pay for the event. 25 W. Castillo Dr.

10/25 9th Annual Headless Bangers Costume Ball – WGV Renaissance – 8pm

Don’t miss the Halloween event of the season! It’s our 9th year – 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, most outrageous costume, or even as a couple or group idea and see if you have what it takes to win one of the prizes in the contest! Click here for details on all the fun events planned and to purchase tickets. Two live bands, Desserts, contest, psychics/card readers/fortune tellers, photo booth, scary animatronics, candy, self-pay bar and so much more.

11/6 – 11/9 Whiskey Wine & Wildlife – Vilano Beach

Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife artfully combines renowned beverage tastings and inspired cuisine from some of the South’s best chefs and local culinary superstars, with a chance to experience coastal wildlife up-close, all in one weekend! Benefiting Vilano Beach Main Street.  Click here for their web page.  Check back for 2025 updates (still showing some 2024 info, i.e., tickets.)

11/15/25 – 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.)

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!

11/29 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.

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

12/13 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 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.

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.

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

The 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.

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.