St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation’s most charming. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we’ve gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
Be sure to stop by the entrance foyer of The Lightner Museum for the 3rd annual Festival of Trees. Monday through Thursday, December 4-7, 2023. Times: (Tentative) Monday, December 4 -- 9:00pm-5:00pm Tuesday, December 5 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Wednesday, December 6 -- 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday, December 7 -- 9:00am-8:30pm Check out the [...]
Join us at Fort Matanzas National Monument for a Guided Nature Walk. The coastal environments of Florida are complex and fascinating. Learn more about them. Date | Time: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | 10:00am-11:30am Meet at the Visitor Center. Free - no sign-up necessary. Open to naturalists of all skill levels. Be sure to bring [...]
A Celebration of Art & History: Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition Celebrate Art and History through a festive holiday display on the fireplace mantels of Ximenez-Fatio House! November 17, 2023 - January 5, 2024. Visitors and locals be sure to stop in and check out the mantel displays! Artwork from 14 artists has been selected [...]
View the Fantastic Florida Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association .... November 3 through December 30, 2023. In-gallery and online. The natural beauty of the Sunshine State shines with a wide range of artistic interpretations of Florida .... from the plants and animals to the wilderness and waterways, to the people and places. Exhibit [...]
Stop in the St. Augustine Art Association to check out the Soul Collective Exhibit - December 1-30, 2023. The exhibit features works by Abstract Expressionist Painter Brandon Santiago, Realism Portrait Painter Alexter Albury, Mixed Media Painter Gerald Branch and Fine Art Photographer Lenny Foster. They will showcase their varied and unique styles with the common [...]
Homework Zone is a drop-in program at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center - Library/Computer Room for homework assistance. When: Tuesday and Thursday -- 3:00pm-5:00pm | August 8 thru December 21, 2023 (Not on November 23, 2023) Students will have access to computers for research. After work is completed, the gymnasium and a Gameroom are available. Ages: [...]
Vilano Holiday Village Vilano Beach will come alive and share in a one-of-a-kind Christmas VIBE with visitors. December 2, 2023 through January 2, 2024 be sure to check out the Vilano Holiday Village. At the center of the festive celebration, will be an 18-foot-tall Christmas Tree. Vilano Holiday Village Festivities Schedule Saturday, December 2, 2023 [...]
St. Augustine Nights of Lights 2023-2024 Experience downtown St. Augustine during our annual Nights of Lights November 18, 2023 through January 28, 2024. Rated one of the top 10 Holiday events by National Geographic! Lights come on nightly around dusk (5:30pm). Many shops, restaurants, and businesses are adorned with millions of tiny white lights setting [...]
Join the Tasting Tours for their Nights of Lights Wine, Carriage & Character Rides ..... nightly starting on November 18, 2023. Take your pick from a private carriage ride, group carriage ride, or a character ride for a truly enchanting holiday experience! Our 45-minute horse-drawn carriage rides (+ wine) are tailor-made for a romantic escape [...]
Register for Phone Calls from Santa St. Johns County Parks & Rec has teamed up with the North Pole Telephone Company to once again bring you Phone Calls from Santa! Surprise your child with a special treat this Holiday season! Parents with children eight years of age and younger who reside in St. Johns County [...]