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.

A Flight to Freedom re-enactment scene taking place
Today
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.

Tomorrow
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.

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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.

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.

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?

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.

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, Mar. 13 – Sunday, Mar. 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.

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