Celebrate at Ximenez-Fatio House

The historic Ximenez-Fatio House and Museum announces celebrations for the seasons and the United States of America's 250th birthday. Throughout the fall and winter of 2026, the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum hosts several events celebrating St. Augustine's and our country's history.

September 5, 2026, from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.—Enjoy an historic celebration with a festival on the nation's oldest street. The Aviles Street Festival celebrates St. Augustine's Founder's Day and Spanish Heritage Month with Spanish foods, Flamenco dancing, art, music, sword play, and history. Held along several blocks of Aviles Street, the festival includes the many art galleries and historic properties located on the street. 

September 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—The fourth annual St. Augustine Heritage Book Festival features 15 local authors who have written non-fiction or fiction books about St. Augustine.

October 2 to October 31, 2026—A special candlelight tour of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, Mortality and Mourning:  Women in Black, focuses on grieving and funeral culture and the impact women had on the process in the 1800s.

October 24, 2026—The museum hosts their sixth annual Trick or Treat Fall Festival from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bring your costumed youngsters for a safe afternoon trick-or-treating around the property.

October 30, 2026—The museum cohosts an Overnight Paranormal Experience.

November 21, 2026, to January 18, 2027—A Nights of Lights salute Art & History and Family Traditions. Local artists decorate 14 fireplace mantels throughout the historic house during Nights of Lights.