The Christmas Market
Celebrate the season at The Christmas Market – St. Augustine, a festive holiday event held in the Colonial Quarter at 33 St. George Street from November 15 through December 24. Open daily from 11 AM to 3 PM and again from 4 PM to 9 PM, the market features a delightful mix of local vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, and family photos with Santa. Admission is free from 11 AM to 3 PM, and after 4 PM, entry is $5 for adults ages 14 and up, while children 13 and under enter free. St. Augustine residents can purchase a $10 season pass for unlimited access throughout the market’s run.
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
GTM Research Reserve Guided Exploration Hike
Join a guided exploration hike at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM). Learn about the Guana peninsula's natural biodiversity, expansive cultural history, vital estuarine resources and current efforts to protect these resources.
St. Augustine Christmas Parade
Santa will be there! Such a great family event! Come kick off the Holiday Spirit in a long running, Florida Christmas Parade in the Nation's Oldest City! The Tradition continues in Downtown St Augustine! Saturday, December 6th, 2024 at 9AM. Get downtown early to get good seats! And don't forget our beautiful Nights of Lights too!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Night Market
Head to The Amp on select Tuesday evenings for the Night Market featuring local vendors, food trucks and live music.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
St. Augustine Concert Band Holiday Performance
Join the Saint Augustine Concert Band for our Holiday Spectacular! Gather with friends and family to hear your favorite holiday songs on December 11, 2025.
The concert will take place at R. J. Murray Middle School. Doors will open at 7:00 PM, and the concert will start at 7:30 PM. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door, and they will also be available online.
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Holiday Market at the Pier
Enjoy the holiday cheer with this wonderful annual event . Come enjoy shopping for some of the best one of a kind handcrafted gifts around from local artists . Enjoy delicious food and drink right there as well . Spend time with Santa as well as keeping a eye out for the Grinch. This is free admission.
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Regatta of Lights
The Annual St. Augustine Holiday Regatta of Lights is a maritime parade that illuminates the bay front just north of the Bridge of Lions.
Kidz Entrepreneur Holiday Market
The Bailey Group - An NFP Company & Totally St. Augustine brings back the second year of an amazing Christmas event this holiday season! This will be biggest Kidz Indoor Holiday Market to come to St Johns County and this will close out 2024 year with Holiday Cheer for all the world to share!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Vilano Beach Artisan Market
The third Saturday of every month, head to the Vilano Beach Artisan Market. This cool market lines the beautiful sidewalks of Vilano Road and hosts dozens of local vendors and artists.
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Light up the Night NYE Fireworks
Please join the City of St. Augustine Beach, our partners, sponsors, and our local businesses for our spectacular fireworks show on December 31st. The fireworks display is the final event in the city’s Light Up the BEACH! holiday season.
The fireworks are shot off the St. Johns County Pier (350 A1A Beach Blvd.) in St. Augustine Beach, but there are multiple viewing locations to enjoy the show.
Fort Mose Jazz and Blues Series
The Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series is a collection of six memorable performances honoring both the rich history of American music and the legacy of the first free Black settlement in what is now the United States. In the course of two weekends, from February 6th through the 15th, world-class artists will grace the stage to celebrate music at Fort Mose Historic State Park.
Fort Mose Jazz and Blues Series
The Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series is a collection of six memorable performances honoring both the rich history of American music and the legacy of the first free Black settlement in what is now the United States. In the course of two weekends, from February 6th through the 15th, world-class artists will grace the stage to celebrate music at Fort Mose Historic State Park.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Follow the St. Patrick Parade to the annual Celtic Festival happening downtown St. Augustine on March 8th.
Lightner Holiday Market
It’s that time of year again! Head to the Lightner Museum on Thursday, December 4th, for their Annual Holiday Market. Lightner Museum Member shopping begins at 5:00 p.m. General admission begins at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Get ready for the most amazing Christmas festival in Northeast Florida happening right here in St. Augustine on Fridays through Sundays beginning November 28th through December 21st! Come see the region's tallest decorated Christmas tree, Santa's Workshop, and even skate on North Florida's largest outdoor skating rink!
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Surf Illumination
St. Augustine Beach Civic Association presents their Annual Surf Illumination, a community Christmas tree lighting festival and bazaar.
Monthly Beach Cleanup
Help keep the beautiful beaches of St. Augustine clean! Join GTM Research Reserve on the fourth Saturday each month for a beach clean-up. Enjoy the beach while cleaning up marine debris and microplastics.
Festival Of Trees
Tired of the same old holiday events?
Get ready for a weekend that actually feels like Christmas magic.
Starting with a Holiday Market on Friday night.
Saturday morning, bring the kids, grandkids and neighbors for breakfast with Santa and story time with Mrs. Claus.
Then Saturday night, the Jingle Ball is where elegance meets extravagance: think live music, dancing, festive cocktails, and holiday spirit everywhere you turn. Enjoy valet parking, twinkling lights, and maybe even a surprise visit from your favorite Hallmark Movie Characters
There’ll be holiday karaoke, games, and a few unexpected twists that’ll keep you smiling all night long.
Tickets are on sale now for this one-of-a-kind event: Festival of Trees Weekend at Anastasia Catholic Church’s Celebration Hall.
Get yours before they’re gone and make this season sparkle for a great cause!
GTM River To Sea Preserve Trail Walk (Copy)
Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk on at the River to Sea Pavilion. Learn about Florida’s moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American customs, including how various plants were used for food, beverage and medicine.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Nights of Lights Light-Up Night
The 32nd Annual St. Augustine Nights of Lights begins with Light-Up Night on November 15th. The ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. in the plaza, where the switch is flipped to illuminate the city.
Vilano Beach Artisan Market
The third Saturday of every month, head to the Vilano Beach Artisan Market. This cool market lines the beautiful sidewalks of Vilano Road and hosts dozens of local vendors and artists.
GTM Research Reserve Beach Exploration
Join docents at the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach walk. Collect seashells, search for shark teeth and learn about coastal wildlife. This is a "Beaches 101" experience the whole family will enjoy.
Night of Pints
Nights of Pints 2025 is here!
Now in its ninth year, this local favorite brings together St. Augustine’s breweries and taprooms for a celebration of great beer and community. Join us at Hornski’s, Jack’s BBQ and Brewery, Ink and Barley, and Dog Rose Brewing Co.
For $40, you will receive this year’s limited-edition Nights of Pints t-shirt and one complimentary pint at each participating location. Proceeds go to support amazing local organizations including Epic-cure, Betty Griffin House, St. Augustine Boys & Girls Club, and Port in the Storm.
This year’s logo was designed by Stephanie from Skinny Lizard Screen Printers. Each Florida animal in the design represents one of the four participating spots, all gathered together in the way we enjoy most: sitting around a bar and sharing a beer.
Casa Monica's Christmas Market
Celebrate the season at Casa Monica Resort & Spa’s Christmas Market on Wednesday, November 12, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy an evening filled with holiday charm, seasonal bites, and a full bar available for purchase. Guests will also receive a complimentary holiday drink to toast the occasion, available while supplies last. Kick off the holidays before the crowds arrive and shop local in a festive setting. Discounted valet parking will be offered for your convenience.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Moonlight Market
Mark your calendars because Uptown St. Augustine’s most magical night is returning. The Moonlight Market, presented by Jenna Alexander Studio and Sunday Gathering Table, will be held from 5-9 pm on Saturday, November 8th at 73 San Marco Avenue. This free, open-air event features 33 artisan vendors offering art, jewelry, ceramics, vintage finds, furniture, and more.
GTM Research Reserve Family Seining
Join a guided family seining activity at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM). Learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake by pulling a seine net and collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life.
Walk to Defeat ALS
On Saturday, November 8 the St. Augustine community will gather at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! for the 2024 Walk to Defeat ALS St. Augustine — to support and fund a cure for ALS.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
Monthly Beach Cleanup
Help keep the beautiful beaches of St. Augustine clean! Join GTM Research Reserve on the fourth Saturday each month for a beach clean-up. Enjoy the beach while cleaning up marine debris and microplastics.
GTM River To Sea Preserve Trail Walk
Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a River to Sea Preserve Trail Walk on Wednesday, October 22nd, at the River to Sea Pavilion. Learn about Florida’s moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American customs, including how various plants were used for food, beverage and medicine.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
GTM Research Reserve Beach Exploration
Join docents at the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach walk. Collect seashells, search for shark teeth and learn about coastal wildlife. This is a "Beaches 101" experience the whole family will enjoy.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!
GTM Research Reserve Family Seining
Join a guided family seining activity at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM). Learn about the animals and their roles in Guana Lake by pulling a seine net and collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life.
Nature Journaling
Join nature journaling instructor Elaine Bergstrom at the Guana Tolomato Matanzas (GTM) National Estuarine Research Reserve to explore the wonders at the reserve.
Each month focuses on different topics using words, pictures and numbers to learn more about what we observe.
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Head to the Wednesday Pier Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon!