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.

Tomorrow
Mar 5

Daytona Bike Week 2025

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

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

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.

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Lions Seafood Festival - March 29-30, 2025
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn
Beacher's Lodge - Oceanfront Suites
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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."

One of the vendors standing behind the displayed products
Saturday
Mar 7

Experience Psychic Fair

Saturday & Sunday, Mar. 7 - 8, 2026 | See Times Below

Readings, healers, speakers, and vendors share their modalities at this public event.

Children playing and searching during an Easter egg hunt
Saturday
Mar 7

Easter Egg Hunts 2026

Select Days thru Apr. 5, 2026 | Times Vary

Parks, churches, and organizations host Easter egg hunts for kids.

Historical tours and ghost tours alike stop at the gates of the Tolomato Cemetery in St Augustine, FL
Saturday
Mar 7

The Minorcan Experience — 2026

Saturdays, Mar. 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2026 | Dates and Times Below

The Minorcan Experience celebrates St. Augustine's Minorcan heritage throughout March.

Reenactors marching to commemorate Searle's Sack in St. Augustine.
Saturday
Mar 7

Searle's Sack and Encampment

Friday - Saturday, Mar. 6 and 7, 2026 | Times Vary

An annual reenactment of when local militia defended the town from a pirate attack.

Brown grass on the left and green grass on the right
Saturday
Mar 7

Pecha Kucha: Grass is Greener

Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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

Tuesday
Mar 10

THE PLAYERS Championship 2026

Tuesday, Mar. 10 - Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual PLAYERS Championship each March.

A view of the stage during the Celtic Music and Heritage Festival in St. Augustine
Friday
Mar 13

Celtic Music and Heritage Festival

Friday - Sunday, Mar. 13 - 15, 2026 | Times Vary

Featuring the St. Patrick's Parade, two days of highland games, and Celtic music.

The parade steps out with the honor guard followed by bagpipers
Saturday
Mar 14

2026 St. Patrick's Parade

Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

The Celtic Heritage Festival starts with a parade in the Oldest City.

Saturday
Mar 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.

One man competing in the Celtic Games at the Celtic Music and Heritage Festival
Saturday
Mar 14

Celtic Festival Highland Games

Saturday and Sunday, Mar. 14 and 15, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. until done

A Scottish tradition of competitive sports that exhibit the strength of the athletes.

St. Augustine's rich Minorcan heritage is celebrated in this annual festival at the historic Llambias House in downtown St. Augustine.
Saturday
Mar 14

Menorcan Heritage Celebration

Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

This celebration of St. Augustine's Menorcan roots features traditional food and dancing.

A painter capturing the iconic architecture of St. Augustine during a Plain-Air Paint Out art event
Friday
Mar 20

Plein Air Paint Out

Select Days in Mar. & Apr. 2026 | Times and Locations Vary

Watch—or participate in—the artistic magic of the "plein air" painting event.

The set of a production of "The Mikado" with the three women chorus holding fans over their faces
Friday
Mar 20

First Coast Opera: The Mikado

Friday and Saturday, Mar. 20 and 21, 2026 | Times Vary

A fully-staged presentation of Gilbert & Sullivan's opera with an orchestra and chorus.

Tuesday
Mar 24

Night Market at the Amphitheatre

Four Select Tuesdays | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

On one Tuesday a season, the Night Market offers food, produce, music, and fun.

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