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.

Aviles Street during the First Friday Art Walk
Tomorrow
Jun 5

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.

People lounging on the sand enjoying live music
Wednesday
Jun 10

Music and Art by the Sea 2026

Select Summer Wednesdays | 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Enjoy an art exhibition and local musicians at the pier in the summer.

Sponsored Partners

Lightner Museum of St. Augustine
Dolphin Tours at Red Boat Tours
Sunset Cruises at Red Boat Tours
Beacher's Lodge - Oceanfront Suites
Beacher's Lodge - Oceanfront Suites
La Fiesta - Ocean Inn & Suites
La Fiesta - Ocean Inn & Suites
Saturday
Jun 13

SurfQuest Beach Days

Select Saturdays, Apr. 11 through Oct. 10, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Volunteers make the beach and surf accessible to people with disabilities.

Tuesday
Jun 16

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.

A stage, lit with blue light, with a full audience awaiting the performance
Friday
Jun 19

Jazz Poetry Cafe

Select Fridays, Nov. 28, 2025 - Nov. 27, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

This cabaret-style event features musical performances and the spoken word.

Cake pops with a 4th of July theme
Friday
Jun 26

Star-Spangled Skit Show

Friday & Saturday, June 26 & 27, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Celebrate the 250th with song, comedy, and a bit of twisted history.

Three reenactors at the Battle of Bloody Mose in St. Augustine
Saturday
Jun 27

Battle of Bloody Mose 2026

Saturday, Jun. 27, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Reenactors bring the 1740 Battle of Bloody Mose to life during this annual event.

A nearly full moon in a dark blue sky
Saturday
Jun 27

Moonlight Hike at GTMNERR

Select Saturdays | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Enjoy this rare opportunity to hike the trails at night.

A shadow of a tree
Saturday
Jul 18

Liberty Tree Marker Dedication

Saturday, Jul. 18, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

A historic event honoring colonists who defied the British government.

Saturday
Aug 15

Seminole War Commemoration

Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 | 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Attend the annual parade and Second Seminole War Commemoration.

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