Thursday
Nov 26
Nov 26
Thanksgiving Dining 2026
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026 | Holiday Hours May Apply
Find a great place to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner while on vacation in St. Augustine.
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.
Saturday
Nov 28
Nov 28
Villa Zorayda Holiday and Candlelight Tours
Select Days, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026 - Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary
Enjoy holiday magic and spectacular displays at this historic museum.
Wednesday
Dec 2
Dec 2
Luminary Night at St. Augustine Lighthouse
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
This lovely tradition creates a magical holiday glow around the lighthouse.
Thursday
Dec 3
Dec 3
Lightner After Hours & Holiday Market
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Live music, refreshments, and local artisans make up this curated shopping event.
Friday
Dec 4
Dec 4
Aqua East Grom Fest
Friday, Dec. 4 & Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | Times Vary
Enjoy two days of sports fun at this surf and skate event.
Friday
Dec 4
Dec 4
Mama's Broke at the Waterworks
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The Canadian duo both sing, write songs, and play multiple instruments.
Friday
Dec 4
Dec 4
St. Augustine Concert Band: Holiday 2026
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
This annual holiday concert features regional musicians and Christmas favorites.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
Christmas Parade 2026
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | 9:00 a.m - 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate the holiday season at St. Augustine's annual parade featuring Santa.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
Monster Truck Wars
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | Noon - 7:30 p.m.
Experience the thrill and high-flying excitment of massive trucks.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
St. Augustine Orchestra: Sounds of the Season
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
The St. Augustine Orchestra performs two holiday concerts at this local farm venue.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
Colonial Night Watch
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Experience St. Augustine history and join a torch-lit parade.
Sunday
Dec 6
Dec 6
Bed & Breakfasts Holiday Tour
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
St. Augustine Historic Inns are again hosting this favorite holiday tour.
Monday
Dec 7
Dec 7
David Nail & Will Hoge at the Waterworks
Monday, Dec. 7, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Two acclaimed singers and songwriters bring their songs and talents to St. Augustine.
Wednesday
Dec 9
Dec 9
Jim Norton at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
A multi-talented comedian celebrated for his boundary-pushing cringe humor and black comedy.
Friday
Dec 11
Dec 11
Luxury Coach & Lights Tour
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
A night of shopping, sipping, and holiday shimmer.
Tuesday
Dec 15
Dec 15
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.
Tuesday
Dec 15
Dec 15
Holiday Pops with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2026 | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy popular and traditional holiday songs, and sing along with some of them.
Thursday
Dec 17
Dec 17
Venardos Circus
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026 - Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027 | See Times Below
This family-friendly circus has no animal acts, and is an annual favorite.
Friday
Dec 18
Dec 18
The Nutcracker Ballet 2026
Friday, Dec. 18 - Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 | Times Vary
St. Augustine Ballet presents four performances of this classic production.
Thursday
Dec 31
Dec 31
First Coast Opera: The Elixir of Love
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026 & Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary
Celebrate the New Year with Donizetti's opera, "The Elixir of Love."
Wednesday
Jan 6
Jan 6
17th Annual St. Augustine Film Festival
Wednesday - Sunday, Jan. 6 - 10, 2027 | Times and Locations Vary
See 40 films over four days during this annual festival.
Saturday
Jan 9
Jan 9
2027 Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show
Saturday, Jan. 9, 2027 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy live music, classic cars, great food, and family fun.
Wednesday
Jan 13
Jan 13
Judy Collins at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2027 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Captivating audiences with a timeless voice and trailblazing artistry.
Sunday
Jan 17
Jan 17
CPS Chowder Festival
Sunday, January 17, 2027 | 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Some of St. Augustine's favorite restaurants offer chowder for tastings.
Thursday
Jan 28
Jan 28
Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife
Friday - Sunday, Jan. 28 - 31, 2027 | Times Vary
Beverage tastings and southern cuisine to raise awareness for coastal wildlife.
Friday
Feb 19
Feb 19
Twin Peaks at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Friday, Feb. 19, 2027 | 7:10 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Original cast members reunite to deliver behind-the-scenes accounts from the iconic show.
Thursday
Feb 25
Feb 25
Flight to Freedom Re-Enactment
Thursday, Feb. 25 - Saturday, Feb. 27, 2027 | 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.
Friday
Feb 26
Feb 26
The 2027 Cathedral Festival
Friday, Feb. 26 - Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027 | See Times Below
This family festival offers live music, a fried shrimp dinner, and fair midway.
Saturday
Mar 6
Mar 6
St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
Saturday and Sunday, Mar. 6 & 7, 2027 | See Times Below
One of the city's longest-running festivals puts seafood, music, and fun on the menu.
Tuesday
Mar 9
Mar 9
THE PLAYERS Championship 2027
Tuesday, Mar. 9 - Sunday, Mar. 14, 2027 | Times Vary
Golf fans visit Northeast Florida to watch the PLAYERS Championship each March.
Editor's Note: We encourage you to verify event times and details with the organizers, as they may change.
