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Words and Music Series: Yankee Doodle Dandy America's 250th

First Coast Opera joins EMMA to celebrate America's independence.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Words and Music Series: Yankee Doodle Dandy America's 250th

(904) 797-2800

Lot entrance is on US 1, near the library.
184 San Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084

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EMMA Concert Association presents another in their series of free events, "Words and Music at the Waterworks," on Thursday, July 2, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

This Concert

"Yankee Doodle Dandy America's 250th" presents members from First Coast Opera with music from early America and patriotic favorites. This event is perfect for families and ends with an old-fashioned ice cream social. 

About Emma

EMMA Concert Association's commitment to education and promoting the arts has led them to create the Words and Music Series, a mixture of music, spoken word performances, and theatre. Throughout the season, EMMA presents diverse artists in free performances at the Waterworks.

The Details

Admission: Free

When: Thursday, July 2, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Where: The St. Augustine Waterworks, 184 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, Florida. See below for directions by vehicle.

Getting There: While the address is 184 San Marco Avenue, the only driveway on San Marco is Exit Only, so it is not available to access the Waterworks. Access to the Waterworks is through the St. Augustine Main Library parking lot, on the opposite side of the complex. (Use 1960 North Ponce de Leon in your GPS.)  

Words and Music Series: Yankee Doodle Dandy America's 250th

(904) 797-2800

Lot entrance is on US 1, near the library.
184 San Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084

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