Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Featured Events

Find the latest and greatest events in the oldest city.

The Ancient City hosts all types of events from historic to culinary to musical. St. Augustine's featured events include concerts, art exhibits, festivals, seasonal holiday celebrations, live theater, and many other fun and unique ways to enjoy the city. St. Augustine welcomes thousands of visitors every year to its events, from the ever-popular Nights of Lights to fun spring festivals as well as food, wine, and beer celebrations. Find out about holiday happenings such as the 4th of July fireworks, the New Year's Eve Beach Blast Off, and the Easter Parade. No matter the season, there's always something big happening in St. Augustine.

The Czech Philoharmonic Orchestra standing on stage to an audience ovation
Sunday
Jan 19

Czech Philharmonic

Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This ensemble promotes the music of Czech masters and others from central Europe.

Two singers performing a love song on stage
Saturday
Feb 15

A Special Valentine's Concert

Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Local singers, led by Cliff Parrish, share songs about love.

A fairground swing operating against a blue sky
Friday
Feb 21

Cathedral Festival 2025

Friday, Feb. 21 through Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025 | See Times Below

This family festival features a fried shrimp dinner, live music, and fair rides/games.

Reenactors marching to commemorate Searle's Sack in St. Augustine.
Friday
Feb 28

Searle's Sack and Encampment

Friday - Saturday, Feb. 28 and Mar. 1, 2025 | Times Vary

Pirates attack St. Augustine and local militia defend the town in this annual reenactment.

Attendees dress as different versions of a "Florida Man"
Saturday
Mar 1

The Florida Man Games

Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.

Unleash your inner Florida Man at this outrageous competition.

The Caber Toss at the Celtic Games in St. Augustine
Friday
Mar 7

Celtic Music and Heritage Festival

Friday, Mar. 7 – Sunday, Mar. 9, 2025 | Times Vary

Featuring a St. Patrick's parade, two days of highland games, and Celtic music.

A Classic Theatre presents "The Immigrant" on two weekends in May 2022 at the St. Augustine Waterworks.
Friday
Mar 7

A Classic Theatre: Good People

Friday, Mar. 7 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | See Times Below

Hope and humor may win as one single mother loses her job in America.

The St. Patrick's Day parade celebrates St. Augustine's Celtic heritage with parade floats, marching bands, horses and dance troupes.
Saturday
Mar 8

2025 St. Patrick's Parade

Saturday, Mar. 8, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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

Tuesday
Mar 11

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Two ladies at the Hartley Farm boot at the Flower and Garden Show by EPIC
Saturday
Mar 15

Flower and Garden Expo 2025

Saturday & Sunday, Mar. 15 & 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Find your next garden idea at this two-day event.

An auditorium, with two tiers, a light wood stage, and a scree for titles
Friday
Mar 21

The Magic Flute

Friday and Saturday, Mar. 21 and 22, 2025 | Times Vary

Mozart's timeless opera will be accompanied by an orchestra and have projected titles.

Legs of a runner casting a shadow on the side of an empty street
Saturday
Mar 22

Dash to the Dogs 5K

Saturday, Mar. 22, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Make a PAW-sitive impact on St. Johns County at this 5K fundraiser.

Saturday
Apr 5

Run For Peace 5k

Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Race to make a difference and support victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

The Peyton Brothers at the Gamble Rogers Music Festival in 2023
Friday
Apr 11

Gamble Rogers Folk Festival 2025

Friday, Apr. 11 to Sunday, Apr. 13, 2025 | See Times Below

Celebrating American folk music and songwriters for more than 25 years.

Visitors can enjoy a historic tradition as St. Augustine vessels are blessed by the Bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine.
Sunday
Apr 13

Blessing of the Fleet 2024

Sunday, Apr. 13, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Diocese of St. Augustine's bishop blesses vessels in a historic local tradition.

Stormtroopers from Star Wars get into the Easter spirit with bunny ears, tutus, and pink-accented costumes
Saturday
Apr 19

Easter Parade 2025

Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

A painter capturing the iconic architecture of St. Augustine during a Plain-Air Paint Out art event
Wednesday
Apr 23

Plein Air Paint Out

Wednesday, Apr. 23 - Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | Times and Locations Vary

Watch — or participate in — the artistic magic of the "plein air" painting event.

The prize table full of baskets and an assortment of knick-knacks
Saturday
Apr 26

Cabbage, Potato, & Bacon Festival

Saturday - Sunday, Apr. 26 - 27, 2025 | Times Vary

Celebrate historic Hastings and its agriculture during this two-day event.

Runners at the Start of Race to the Taste in St. Augustine.
Sunday
Apr 27

Race to the Taste 5k

Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.

Lace up your sneakers and savor every moment of this annual culinary 5K.

Wine at Sunset, representing the St. Augustine Food and Wine Festival
Wednesday
May 7

St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival

Wednesday, May 7 to Sunday, May 11, 2025 | Times and Locations Vary

Hosting five events featuring food and wine, held at four different locations.

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