St. Augustine Events

As the longest European-occupied settlement in the U.S., St. Augustine is recognized as the nation’s oldest city and host for a multitude of upcoming events. Annual celebrations in St. Augustine reflect this rich heritage and culture, where visitors and locals alike pack the cobblestone streets of historic downtown to participate in events. Our Calendar of Events lists all the exciting things to do in St. Augustine. There are authentic historical re-enactments, exciting attractions, local festivals and fairs, live music concerts, historic guided tours, and so much more to experience in the nation’s oldest city.

E.g., December 5, 2019

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Schooner Freedom Nights of Lights Sails

November 23, 2019 – January 4, 2020
Schooner Freedom
(904) 810-1010

See St. Augustine's spectacular Nights of Lights from the water aboard the tall ship Schooner Freedom.

Live Music on Thursdays

Every Thursday

These St. Augustine restaurants and bars offer live music on Thursdays throughout the year.

Nights of Pints 2019-20

Offered during Nights of Lights, November 22, 2019 – February 3, 2020
(904) 217-3278

Celebrate Nights of Lights with Nights of Pints featuring local craft beers!

St. Augustine Sailing Nights of Lights Charters

November 23, 2019 to January 31, 2020 | See details.
St. Augustine Sailing
(904) 829-0648

Lightseers can take in the Nights of Lights holiday displays from the water aboard a private charter.

Nature and Wildlife Art Exhibit

Opening reception Friday, Nov. 1. Exhibit runs thru December 29, 2019.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Free Event

The 10th Annual Nature and Wildlife Exhibit celebrates the natural world through original artwork by local artists.

Tiny Town: St. Augustine Miniature Holiday Village

November 26 thru December 29, 2019 | See below for times
(904) 824-2310

This handcrafted miniature village of St. Augustine historic buildings will delight visitors with its Christmas themed decorations, including a tiny Santa!

Nights of Lights 2019-20

Every Night from Nov. 23, 2019 to Feb 2, 2020
Plaza de la Constitucion
(904) 829-1711
Free Event

The 2019-20 Nights of Lights festival turns the city of St. Augustine into a dazzling holiday display.

Old Town Trolleys Famous Nights of Lights Tour

Nightly from Sunday, November 24, 2019, to Sunday, February 2, 2020
Visitor Information Center
(904) 335-3155
10 West Castillo Dr.

Old Town Trolleys Famous Nights of Lights Tour is an entertaining and family-friendly way to see the best of St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights.

Ripley's Red Trains Nights of Lights Tours

Nightly Nov. 24, 2019 – Jan. 31, 2020
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum
(904) 824-1606

Take a ride on Ripley's Big Red Christmas Train for a "lightseeing" tour of St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights.

Florida Water Tours: Nights of Lights Tours

Nightly from Nov. 23, 2019, to Jan. 31, 2020
Florida Water Tours
(904) 827-7728

View St. Augustine's breathtaking festival of lights from the bay with Florida Water Tours.

The Tasting Tours Nights of Lights Holiday Tours

November 23, 2019 – February 2, 2020
The Tasting Tours
(904) 325-3911
47 Cordova St

See St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights from a horse-drawn carriage or an old-fashioned roadster with The Tasting Tours.

St. Augustine Boat Tours Nights of Lights Tours

Nightly form November 23, 2019, to January 31, 2020
The Conch House Marina
(904) 687-8297

Be dazzled by St. Augustine's spectacular Nights of Lights on this relaxing one-hour boat tour.

Nights of Lights Tours 2019–20

November 23, 2019 – February 2, 2020

Here are some of the best tours to see St. Augustine's spectacular Nights of Lights holiday display by land and sea.

Explore Tours Nights of Lights

Sunday, November 24, 2019, to January 31, 2020 | See details.

Enjoy the convenience and personal perspective offered by Explore Tours Nights of Lights Tours.

Old City Helicopters Nights of Lights Tours

November 23, 2019 – January 31, 2020
(904) 824-5506
4900 U.S. 1 North, Suite 400

Experience St. Augustine Nights of Lights from the air with Old City Helicopters.

Summer Breeze Nights of Lights Tours 2019-20

Select Dates from Nov. 23, 2019 thru Jan. 30, 2020
Summer Breeze Boat Rental

See St. Augustine's spectacular Nights of Lights from the water.

Gold Tours' Private Nights of Lights Tour

November 24, 2019 - February 2, 2020 | See below for dates
(904) 325-0547

Gold Tours offers another option for viewing St. Augustine's Nights of Lights — up close and personal, with no waiting.

A Christmas Carol with Jason Woods

Thursday, December 5, 2019, at 7:00 p.m.
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
(904) 209-0399

Actor, director, and producer Jason Woods stars in this tour-de-force performance of "A Christmas Carol" to benefit local nonprofit STAGE Fund.

Limelight Theatre: Every Christmas Story Ever Told

November 21 – December 22, 2019 | See below for times
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164

The Limelight Theatre celebrates the holiday season with "Every Christmas Story Ever Told ... and then some!"

"Happiest of Holidays" Concert

Wednesday and Thursday, December 4 and 5, 2019, at 8:00 p.m.
Lightner Museum
(904) 540-6664

The St. Augustine Orchestra presents their annual Christmas concert celebrating the "Happiest of Holidays" in 2019.

Friday, December 6, 2019

Schooner Freedom Nights of Lights Sails

November 23, 2019 – January 4, 2020
Schooner Freedom
(904) 810-1010

See St. Augustine's spectacular Nights of Lights from the water aboard the tall ship Schooner Freedom.

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

These St. Augustine restaurants and bars offer live music on Fridays throughout the year.

Nights of Pints 2019-20

Offered during Nights of Lights, November 22, 2019 – February 3, 2020
(904) 217-3278

Celebrate Nights of Lights with Nights of Pints featuring local craft beers!

St. Augustine Sailing Nights of Lights Charters

November 23, 2019 to January 31, 2020 | See details.
St. Augustine Sailing
(904) 829-0648

Lightseers can take in the Nights of Lights holiday displays from the water aboard a private charter.

First Friday Garden Walk

First Friday of every month, 10 a.m.
(386) 446-6783

Take a guided walk through beautiful Washington Oaks and learn about the history of the park's formal gardens.

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