St. Augustine's Nights of Lights 2025-26
Nightly from Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 - Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026
Our breath-taking festival turns the Ancient City into a dazzling holiday display.
Find the latest and greatest events in the oldest city.
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.
Nightly from Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 - Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026
Our breath-taking festival turns the Ancient City into a dazzling holiday display.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Nights of Lights begins with music and the ceremonial flip of the switch.
Nightly, Nov. 15, 2025 - Jan. 11, 2026 | After Dark
Festive Nights of Lights tours by land, sea, and sky.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
A Grammy Award–winning jazz band, known for their iconic hit, “It’s All Over Now.”
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 | See Times Below
An award-winning artist showcases his latest comedy routines.
Fri. & Sat. Dec. 5 & 6, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The award-winning comedian delivers her latest stand-up performance.
Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
An opportunity to see historic private homes decorated for the holidays.
Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.
Race through Historic Downtown.
Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Re-creating groovy rock, folk, blues, and pop classics from the 60s.
Friday, Mar. 13 – Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 | Times Vary
Featuring the St. Patrick's Parade, two days of highland games, and Celtic music.
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 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.