Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Can't-Miss Events

Find the Ancient City's latest and greatest events.

Throughout the year, St. Augustine hosts unforgettable festivals, live music, and cultural celebrations. Whether it’s a nationally recognized music festival, a holiday festivity, or an authentic reenactment, there's always something BIG happening in this tiny town. From art exhibits and live theater to historical events and culinary creations, our can't-miss events feature the best of the nation’s oldest city.

Valentine cookies spread out
Today
Feb 12

Valentine's Events 2026

Select Days in February 2026 | Times Vary

Fall in love with the Ancient City on Valentine's Day.

Tomorrow
Feb 13

Nocatee Sunset Kayak Trip

Friday - Saturday, Feb. 13 - 14, 2026 | 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Explore the Tolomato River marshes at sunset with a naturalist-led tour.

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Saturday
Feb 14

Arts & Crafts Festival at the Pier

Select Days, Jan. - Apr. 2026 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.

Hand-crafted items and fine artwork are available at this outdoor festival.

A fairground swing operating against a blue sky
Friday
Feb 20

The 2026 Cathedral Festival

Friday, Feb. 20 - Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 | See Times Below

This family festival features a fried shrimp dinner, live music, and fair rides/games.

The Gamble Rogers concert stage at the Waterworks
Saturday
Feb 21

A Gamble Rogers Concert Series

Select Saturdays Oct. 18, 2025 - Jun. 20, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

St. Johns County Cultural Council presents this concert series.

A Flight to Freedom re-enactment scene taking place
Thursday
Feb 26

Flight to Freedom Re-Enactment

Thursday, Feb. 26 - Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

This living-history event tells the story of Fort Mose's significance in African-American history.

Friday
Feb 27

Daytona Bike Week 2025

Friday, Feb. 27 - Sunday, Mar. 8, 2026 | Times Vary

Daytona Beach hosts Bike Week 2026, celebrating all things motorcycle.

A red curtain
Friday
Feb 27

St. Augustine's Got Talent

Fourth Fridays | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

See big talent from brave performers in one amazing community.

Volunteers picking up trash on the beach
Saturday
Feb 28

GTM Reserve Beach Cleanup

Fourth Saturdays Monthly | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Join the GTM Research Reserve's monthly beach cleanup.

Butler Beach was the only beach between Jacksonville and Daytona that Black people were allowed to enjoy. This images, circa 1950, shows a group of young girls posing happily. (Image courtesy of Florida Memory)
Saturday
Feb 28

Butler Beach History Walk

Wed., Feb. 11, and Sat., Feb 26, 2026 | Times Vary

Explore civil rights heritage and the natural beauty of this historic beach.

Aviles Street during the First Friday Art Walk
Friday
Mar 6

First Friday Art Walk

First Friday of each month | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.

Brown grass on the left and green grass on the right
Friday
Mar 6

Pecha Kucha: Grass is Greener

Friday, Mar. 6, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Stories about perspective, change, and new beginnings. Is the grass greener?

The opening ceremony at the St. Auggie Shorts Film Festival
Friday
Mar 6

St. Auggie Shorts Film Festival

Friday, Mar. 6 & Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026 | Times vary

Watch novice and experienced filmmakers at this two-day arts festival.

Two airmail letters
Friday
Mar 6

A Classic Theatre: Pen Pals

Friday, Mar. 6 - Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 | See Times Below

"Pen Pals" a play about decades-long friendship, replaces "Butterflies Are Free."

Editor's Note: We encourage you to verify event times and details with the organizers, as they may change.