St. Augustine’s Festivals
St. Augustine festivals feature live music, fresh food, hand-crafted art, and family-friendly entertainment.
Last updated on May 28, 2020.
St. Augustine hosts a unique lineup of festivals year-round.
Each year, St. Augustine festivals beckon locals and visitors to the Nation’s Oldest City for a day or weekend of family-friendly fun. Festivals in St. Augustine often feature live music, fresh food, hand-crafted art, and special kid-zones that are perfect for families. While many festivals take place during the Spring, you’ll find the city hosts a unique lineup of festivals year-round.
Food Festivals
From award-winning barbecue at the Rhythm & Ribs Festival to the Seafood Festival to the Food & Wine Festival, St. Augustine festivals offer attendees an array of delicious events. Each October, the Greek Festival satisfies both locals and visitors with a combination of authentic entrees and desserts. In fact, foodies will rejoice at the fact that food is the focal point of many festivals in St. Augustine. Those who have never tasted St. Augustine’s famed datil pepper, are in for a spicy treat during the Datil Pepper Festival where locals compete in the Datil Cook-Off.
Music Festivals
Additionally, music festivals are another common theme among major festivals in St. Augustine. Music lovers can look forward to a large assemblage of eclectic musical talent in the Nation’s Oldest City. Indulge in Latin music at the Unidos en la Música Festival; sing out loud at St. Augustine’s largest series of free concerts, the Sing Out Loud Festival; dance, sing and find the Celt in you at the Celtic Festival, the largest festival in St. Augustine
Reliably sunny weather, beautiful backdrops, and a family-friendly environment make our city an idyllic setting to enjoy a festival in the Sunshine State. After a day at a festival in St. Augustine, continue the fun with dozens of things to do, miles of pristine beaches, and centuries of history.
Don’t forget to check out St. Augustine’s other community festivals at the bottom of this page.
Photography by Tim Savage
Date: June 18-20, & 25-27, 2020 – Performances are online.
Location: St. Augustine Cathedral Basilica, 38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Date: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in September of 2020.
Location: Various locations throughout St. Augustine, Florida
Datil Pepper Fall Festival
Date: October, 2020 dates TBA.
Location: St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32092
Date: Typically takes place in October, 2020 dates TBA.
Location: River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084 United States
Date: October 9-11, 2020
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Date: Typically takes place the first weekend of November. 2020 dates TBA.
Location: Various locations in Vilano Beach, Florida.
St. Augustine Festival of Art
Date: November 28-29, 2020
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Historic Lincolnville Festival
Date: Typically takes place in November. 2020 dates TBA.
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Date: Takes place in January, 2021 dated TBA.
Location: Various locations throughout Historic St. Augustine, Florida
Lincolnville Porchfest
Date: Typically takes place in February, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Porches throughout Lincolnville.
36th Annual Cathedral Festival
Date: Typically takes place at the end of February, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Mission Nombre de Dios, 21 Ocean Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Menorcan Heritage Festival
Date: Typically takes place in March, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Llambias House, 31 St. Francis St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Date: Typically takes place in March, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
39th Annual St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
Date: Typically takes place in March, 2021 dates TBA. – Canceled due to an abundance of caution concerning the coronavirus.
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Rhythm & Ribs
Date: Typically takes place in March, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Flower & Garden Expo
Date: Typically takes place in March, 2021 dates TBA.
Location: St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32092
Family Fun Fest
Photography by Milo Davis Photography
Date: April – 2021 dates TBA.
Location: Francis Field, 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Taste of St. Augustine
Date: April 25, 2021
Location: 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Unidos en la Música
Date: Early May, 2021 dates TBA
Location: 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Vilano Music Fest
Date: May (Mother’s Day Weekend), 2021 dates TBA
Location: Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park, 2750 Anahma Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Romanza Festivale of the Arts
Date: May 1-17, 2020 – Canceled due to an abundance of caution concerning the coronavirus.
Location: Various locations throughout St. Augustine, Florida.
Other St. Augustine Community Festivals
Along with a unique lineup of major festivals in St. Augustine are smaller community festivals. An abundance of food, music, and fun can be found at these events as well. Additionally, smaller festivals provide a great environment for families as well as a day full of activities. While festivals like the Children’s Art Festival focus on the arts and historic activities, others such as the Great Chowder Debate tackle more complicated subjects. You can learn more about each festival by clicking the links below.
1st Annual STA Fest: August – 2020 dates TBA.
2nd Annual Jerk & Curry Music Fest: September – 2020 dates TBA.
International Student Film Festival: September – 2020 dates TBA.
Hispanic Cultural Film Festival: October – 2020 dates TBA.
CROCtoberfest Brew at the Zoo: October – 2020 dates TBA.
Old City Pirate Fest: January – 2020 dates TBA.
Children’s Art Festival: October – 2020 dates TBA.
Saint Benedict the Moor Blues Festival: October – 2020 dates TBA.
Fiesta de Aviles: October – 2020 dates TBA.
Ancient City Kids Day: October – 2020 dates TBA.
Noctoberfest: October – 2020 dates TBA.
The Great Chowder Debate: November – 2020 dates TBA.
St. Augustine Makers Fest: December 13, 2020
Historic Lincolnville Festival: November – 2020 dates TBA.
St. Ambrose Fall Festival: October – 2020 dates TBA.
CrocFest: December – 2020 dates TBA.
Firefighter Chili Cook-Off: Typically takes place the first Saturday in December. 2020 dates TBA.
Rails to Trails Festival: December – 2020 dates TBA.
St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival: February – 2021 dates TBA.
Lighthouse Night Fest: February – 2021 dates TBA.
Jam ‘n Pepper Festival – February – 2021 dates TBA.
Festival de San Agustin: February – 2021 dates TBA.
Festival of Chariots: March – 2021 dates TBA.
Our Time: Celebrating Women: March – 2021 dates TBA.
St. Ambrose Spring Festival: March – 2021 dates TBA.
Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest: April – 2021 dates TBA.
Gamble Rogers Music Festival: May 1-3, 2020 — POSTPONED
St. Augustine Craft Brewers Fest: May – 2021 dates TBA
AS IF! North Florida 90’s Fest: May – 2021 dates TBA