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 group of cosplay attendees at the 2025 Ancient City Con
Friday
Sep 25

Ancient City Con 2026

Friday - Sunday, Sep. 25-27, 2026 | Times Vary

Annual celebration of science fiction, anime, fantasy, horror, and gaming.

This charity 5K run/walk promotes breast cancer awareness and raises money for early detection services.
Saturday
Oct 3

Pink Up the Pace 2026

Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Promoting breast cancer awareness and raising money for early detection.

Historic re-enactors showcase the food that was grown and eaten at Fort Mose in the mid-1700s.
Saturday
Nov 7

Fort Mose First Harvest

Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 | 9:30 a.m - 3:00 p.m.

This harvest celebration includes cooking demonstrations and a farm market.

Live music being played under the gazebo
Saturday
Nov 21

Light-Up! Night

Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Nights of Lights begins with music and the ceremonial flip of the switch.

Saturday
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.

A fairground swing operating against a blue sky
Friday
Feb 19

The 2027 Cathedral Festival

Friday, Feb. 19 - Sunday, Feb. 21, 2027 | See Times Below

This family festival offers live music, a fried shrimp dinner, and fair midway.

One man competing in the Celtic Games at the Celtic Music and Heritage Festival
Saturday
Mar 13

Celtic Festival Highland Games

Saturday and Sunday, Mar. 13 & 14, 2027| 10:00 a.m. until done

A Scottish tradition of competitive sports that exhibit the strength of the athletes.

The parade steps out with the honor guard followed by bagpipers
Saturday
Mar 13

St. Patrick's Parade

Saturday, Mar. 13, 2027 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

The Celtic Heritage Festival starts with a parade in the Oldest City.

Stormtroopers from Star Wars get into the Easter spirit with bunny ears, tutus, and pink-accented costumes
Saturday
Mar 27

Easter Parade 2027

Saturday, Mar. 27, 2027 | 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

A tradition that dates back to 1956, the parade is held on Easter Saturday.

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