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will display and sell their
original work. Listen to live music in "The Cellar Upstairs" Wine and Jazz Bar
throughout the entire weekend on the open-air deck. A selection of San Sebastian
wine, beer, soft drinks and light appetizers are available for purchase.
March
Native American Indian Festival
Held in early March
Location: Francis Field
888-277-0188
Sample buffalo stew, roasted corn and other Indian food at this annual outdoor
event that features the food, music, art and craftsmanship of Native Americans.
Menorcan Heritage Celebration
Held in early March
Location: Oldest House Complex
904-824-2872
Celebrate Menorcan culture with mullet net making, weavers, children's games,
Menorcan family photos, story telling, real Menorcan clam chowder, rice pilaf,
fromajardes cakes and more.
The Sack of St. Augustine: Captain Robert Searle's Raid of 1668
Held in early March
Location: Fountain of Youth Park
904-829-9792
Relive a calamitous day in history as the Historic Florida Militia reenacts the
Sack of St. Augustine in 1668. From their encampment at Fountain of Youth Park,
where visitors can see, examine and photograph 17th century arms, equipment and
even food, the buccaneers travel by boat and land on the bay side of the
Downtown Plaza. Spanish troops and frightened citizens flee up St. George Street
to the Santo Domingo Redoubt at Cordova and Orange Streets, where a battle
commences. Unable to capture the Redoubt, the buccaneers.
Annual Lions Club Seafood Festival
Held in mid March
Location: Francis Field on Castillo Drive
904-829-1753
Sample seafood prepared by culinary lions. The festival also includes an RV
show, hot air balloon rides, Bluegrass music, and an arts & crafts show. All
proceeds benefit Lions Club charities.
Annual Lighthouse Festival & Michelob Ultra 5K
Held in mid March
Location: St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
904-829-0745
The historic Light Station will offer something for everyone, including living
history activities, live entertainment, pony rides, children's games and crafts,
a variety of refreshments, and even a baked goods contest. The Annual Michelob
Ultra Twilight 5K Run begins at 4:30 p.m. on the road in front of the Keeper's
House. Advance registration is required to take part in the 5K Run.
Rhythm and Ribs Festival
Held in mid March
Location: St. Francis Field on Castillo Drive
904-797-7924
Stomp your feet and smack your lips at this annual festival featuring
championship BBQ dishes from around the country. A variety of outstanding
entertainment throughout the weekend at St. Francis Field on Castillo Drive.
Shuttles from Downtown and San Sebastian Winery.
Blessing of the Fleet
Held in mid March
Location: City Marina
904-825-1004
Witness a ceremony that dates back hundreds of years as those that take to the
sea, in commercial and pleasure craft alike, receive a blessing from the Bishop
of the Diocese of St. Augustine. The event draws thousands each Palm Sunday to
watch as watercraft from trawlers and yachts to sailboats and motor craft, all
decorated with flags and bunting, receive this special blessing. Ceremony begins
at noon with a procession from the Cathedral Basilica to the City Marina.
St. Augustine Easter Parade
Held on Easter Sunday
Location: Downtown
904-824-7722
Join the parade of marching bands, floats, drill teams, clowns, Royal Family and
the city's carriage horses wearing hats donated by nationally recognized
women. Begins at 3:00 p.m. and winds through downtown St. Augustine. Trophies
presented in four categories.
April
Spring Arts & Crafts Festival
Held in early April
Location: Francis Field on Castillo Drive
904-824-2310
Admission Free
Look for something new to please your taste when more than 130 artists display
their creations at the Special Events Field on Castillo Drive during this
two-day festival. Opens at 10:00 a.m. with a free shuttle running between the
Downtown Plaza and the event field until 5:00 p.m. each day. Food and beverages
available.
Epic Celebration of Spring
Held in mid April
Location: Varies
904-829-2273
Call for additional information regarding individual events
Celebrate the arrival of spring in the Nation's oldest city. An EPIC Celebration
of Spring consists of four different activities focusing on food and gardening.
Annual Cabbage and Potato Festival
Held in late April
Location: Hastings Recreational Field
904-692-1420
Dig into the good and abundant food as Florida's cabbage and potato capital
celebrates its spring bounty with games and rides, arts and crafts, exhibitors,
and entertainment.
May
Regalos Festival
Held in early May
Location: Varies throughout St. Augustine
904-449-1694
Liven up the weekend with a fiesta of events that feature Spanish treasures of
the Americas and include visual arts, music, crafts and culture. There will be
walking tours of the art present in St. Augustine's architecture. Outdoor
events include a juried art display, free jazz and folkloric performances, and
more. Events sites include the Downtown Plaza, Flagler College and Café Habana.
Gamble Rogers Folk Festival
Held in early May
Location: St. Augustine Amphitheater
904-819-8700
Come and enjoy music and song at this 10th annual festival designated as a
National Music and Storytelling Festival. For the general public, from Friday
through Sunday, it is a non-stop musical party, complete with children's booths,
rides, food booths, a fish fry, craft demonstrators, dance floor, stories,
pickin', singing, contests, "jammin' tent," and more.
Annual San Sebastian Fine Art & Jazz Show
Held in early May
Location: San Sebastian Winery
888-352-9463
See and hear art when the music sounds and artists display their original works
including sculpture, photography, oil paintings and watercolor. The grand-prize
winner of the Fine Art Show has their work purchased by the winery for use on a
commemorative and collectors' label. One hundred cases of a San Sebastian
Reserve Wine will be set aside for the special Artist Series label.
Complimentary tours and wine tasting offered throughout the entire weekend.
Listen to live music in "The Cellar Upstairs" Wine and Jazz Bar on the
open-air deck. A selection of San Sebastian wine, beer, soft drinks and light
appetizers are available for purchase.
First Coast Birding & Nature Festival
Held in mid May
Location: St. Augustine Amphitheater
800-653-2489
Hands-on seminars and in-the-field photography workshops with noted
photographers. View otherwise inaccessible North Island shore birds. Private
access tour through 72,000 acre Camp Blanding's restricted rare bird sites. Boat
trips to undisturbed bird habitats. Kayak excursions. Butterfly tent with 1,000
butterflies. Nature seminars and field photography workshops. Photo tour of St.
Augustine.
Annual Ponte Vedra Car Show
Held in mid May
Location: Varies
904-285-0666
Admission Free
View a collection of cars, with the oldest dating back to 1913, on display from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sawgrass Village.
Annual Memorial Weekend Cathedral Festival
Held in late May
Location: Grounds of Mission of Nombre de Dios
904-824-2806
Entertain the whole family viewing and buying arts & crafts, a flea market
tent, games, rides, food court, and daily performances. Fireworks on Sunday.
Annual "Brass" Community ConcertHeld in late May
Location: TPC - Ponte Vedra Beach904-285-3948
Bring a picnic basket and enjoy the music under the open sky. BRASS stands for
Beaches Residents Actively Supporting the Symphony, and the Jacksonville
Symphony Orchestra responds with this concert.
June
Drake's RaidHeld in early June
Location: Fountain of Youth Park and Historic District
904-829-9792
Relive history as the English corsair, Sir Francis Drake, and his raiders return
to St. Augustine in an authentic annual re-creation of the 1586 sack of the
city. The raiders' camp featuring displays of the arms and armor, craft
skills, and lifestyle -- explained by costumed interpreters -- will be open to
the public at the Fountain of Youth Park. In the late afternoon, Drake and his
followers will descend on the city's historic district. Early evening will
witness the English attack on St. Augustine, the Spanish residents' defense
with pike and musket skirmishes and simulated destruction of the town by the
invaders.
Changing of the Guard
Held late June - early September, Fridays and Saturdays
904-825-1004
Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town
are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to deploy guarding
Government House. The commander of the new watch puts them through a rigorous
inspection drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers,
relieved of their duties, are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of
"Disparen!" The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St.
Augustine that the changing of the guard had taken place and the town would be
safe for the night. This traditional Spanish military changing of the guard
takes place Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer in front of St.
Augustine's Government House.
July
St. Augustine's Fourth of July CelebrationHeld on the fourth of July
Location: Bayfront between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions
904-825-1004
Have a blast at one of the East Coast's largest fireworks shows! The
spectacular fireworks burst above the ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflect
in the waters of Matanzas Bay. The 20-minute show includes a stirring soundtrack
of great patriotic music.
Changing of the Guard
Held late June - early September, Fridays and Saturdays
904-825-1004
Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town
are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to deploy guarding
Government House. The commander of the new watch puts them through a rigorous
inspection drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers,
relieved of their duties, are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of
"Disparen!" The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St.
Augustine that the changing of the guard had taken place and the town would be
safe for the night. This traditional Spanish military changing of the guard
takes place Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer in front of St.
Augustine's Government House.
Kingfish Challenge
Held in late July
Location: City Marina
904-824-8322
Chase the big ones in this exciting competition that offers cash and prizes for
the biggest catch. Registration limited to 400 boats. It all begins at the St.
Augustine City Marina located at Avenida Menendez and the Bridge of Lions.
August
Changing of the Guard
Held late June - early September, Fridays and Saturdays
904-825-1004
Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town
are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to deploy guarding
Government House. The commander of the new watch puts them through a rigorous
inspection drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers,
relieved of their duties, are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of
"Disparen!" The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St.
Augustine that the changing of the guard had taken place and the town would be
safe for the night. This traditional Spanish military changing of the guard
takes place Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer in front of St.
Augustine's Government House.
Annual San Sebastian Harvest Festival & Grape Stomp
Held in late August
Location: San Sebastian Winery
904-826-1594
Admission Free
Get purple feet at this special festival celebrating the San Sebastian Winery's
grape harvest. Grape Stomping competitions run throughout the entire weekend
with prizes awarded to the winners. Complimentary tours and wine tasting
included! Listen to live music in "The Cellar Upstairs" Wine and Jazz Bar on
the open-air deck and enjoy a great view of St. Augustine. A selection of San
Sebastian wine, beer, soft drinks and light appetizers are available for
purchase.
September
St. Augustine Birthday Celebration
Held in early September
Location: Mission of Nombre de Dios
904-825-1004
Admission Free
Put on your 16th century party hats and help celebrate the birthday of the City
of St. Augustine! The day's events begin with a reenactment of the landing by
the city's founder, Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles, at the Mission of Nombre de
Dios - the exact landing point of the Spanish colonists in 1565. The event
ends with Mass on the site where it was first performed in what is now the
United States. The day concludes with a variety of musical entertainment and
birthday cake for all at the Colonial Spanish Quarter on St. George
Street.
Changing of the Guard
Held late June - early September, Fridays and Saturdays904-825-1004
Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town
are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to deploy guarding
Government House. The commander of the new watch puts them through a rigorous
inspection drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers,
relieved of their duties, are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of
"Disparen!" The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St.
Augustine that the changing of the guard had taken place and the town would be
safe for the night. This traditional Spanish military changing of the guard
takes place Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer in front of St.
Augustine's Government House.
October
Annual Greek Festival
Held in early October
Location: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
904-829-0504
A delicious assortment of Greek foods, pastries and beverages will be served.
Enjoy nonstop entertainment with live Greek music by the Grecian Strings and
dancing by colorfully costumed Greek dance troupes, and lots of authentic Greek
food and drink to enjoy.
Annual St. Augustine Colonial Folk Arts & Crafts Festival
Held in early OctoberLocation: Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
904-810-5587
Admission Free
See colonial craftspeople from throughout Florida demonstrate "Lost Arts"
such as spinning, weaving, basket making, blacksmithing, pottery making and many
other arts and crafts. Historical musical performances, puppetry, storytelling
and much more show how entertaining the old days could be. The event takes place
each day from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum.
November
Annual Great Chowder Debate
Held in early November
Location: Conch House Marina
904- 829-8646Chowders of conch, clams, lobster, scallops and crab are laced with
concoctions of secret spices, all leading to temptation and satisfaction at the
Conch House Marina at 12:30 p.m.Night of LightsHeld mid November - late
January
Location: Along the ancient streets and historic buildings of St.
Augustine800-653-2489Share in the holiday glow when more than two million tiny
white lights will shine along the ancient streets and historic buildings of the
Nation's oldest city. The Annual Nights of Lights celebration sparkles to life
at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. Tracing its origins to the Spanish tradition of
displaying a lighted white candle during the Christmas holidays, the spectacular
lighting in St. Augustine reflects the city's history while creating a
beautiful setting for the holidays.
December
Grande Illumination
Held in early December
Location: St. George and Cuna Streets
904-829-5318
Carry a candle and follow the torchlight parade from the Government House to the
Plaza to hear the governor's proclamation, watch soldiers fire their muskets
in salute to the season and sing Christmas carols at the Plaza. The Grande
Illumination Ceremony is an impressive pageant of color and light that reflects
the customs of the British when they occupied the city in the Eighteenth
Century. At 3:30 p.m., all descendants of participants in the time when St.
Augustine was a bastion of Tory sympathizers, as well as the offspring of the
Sons of Liberty, citizens of the United States, and representatives of foreign
dominions, not to mention officers and enlisted men of the British Regular Army
and their ladies, are invited to partake of refreshing beverages and satisfying
victuals on the North Green of Fort St. Marks (site subject to change, but ye
shall find, if ye shall look). Colonial music and dancing after the tea. The
British Night Watch Parade is Yuletide celebration from the American War of
Independence.
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Night of Lights
Held mid November - late January
Location: Along the ancient streets and historic buildings of St. Augustine
800-653-2489
Share in the holiday glow when more than two million tiny white lights shine
along the ancient streets and historic buildings of the Nation's oldest city.
The Annual Nights of Lights celebration sparkles to life at 6:30 p.m. on
Saturday. Tracing its origins to the Spanish tradition of displaying a lighted
white candle during the Christmas holidays, the spectacular lighting in St.
Augustine reflects the city's history while creating a beautiful setting for
the holidays.
St. Augustine Christmas Parade
Held in early December
Location: Downtown Plaza
904-829-5681
The annual Christmas Parade has grown to be one of the largest parades in north
Florida. Features all the things a parade has to offer, including bands, cars,
horses, tigers, and the arrival of Santa.Regatta of Lights
Held in mid December
Location: Matanzas Bay
904-824-9725
Regale your eyes with a holiday parade of boats from 15 to 85 feet in length -
sailboats, trawlers, shrimp boats and many other vessels aglitter with brilliant
lighted displays ranging from patriotic to whimsical.
St. Augustine's Las Posadas CelebrationHeld in mid December
Location: San Marco Avenue
904-826-0209
Las Posadas, a traditional Spanish candlelight procession. Participants are
encouraged to bring their own candles. The procession led by Mary and Joseph
parades up San Marco Ave. ending at the Mission of Nombre De Dios with a live
nativity scene, live music, free refreshments, and family activities.
Transportation back to the Cathedral is provided for free.
Entertainment
Limelight Theatre
11 Old Mission Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-825-1164
Call for performance schedule
Professional theater in an intimate setting. Open year 'round. See comedy,
dramas, musicals and many additional production
Murer Watch Mystery Theatre
4320 A1A S. (at the Garden Eatery Restaurant in Ocean Gate Plaza)
St. Augustine, FL 32086
904-471-2691
Call for additional information
Enjoy music, comedy, mystery, and intrigue as professional actors perform among
you as you dine. See this mystery unfold and play detective as you try to solve
the crimes. Show and menu are suitable for ALL ages. Shows schedules vary; call
for show dates & times. Reservations required.
St. Augustine Opera
904-797-6820
Call for performance schedule and additional information
Northeast Florida's resident repertory opera company
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