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Kid-friendly Events

Family friendly events in St. Augustine include fun festivals, plays, concerts, seasonal events and more. Parents can browse the Calendar of Events to find fun activities for the whole family to enjoy! Summer acting camps or other local events like Ancient City Kids Day, living history events at various attractions and others offer entertaining things to do for both parents and children. Visiting families as well as residents can take advantage of the huge variety of educational and fun things to do for kids in St. Augustine. Kids can get involved in the local community through various events and meet other children in St. Augustine.

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Saturday, June 3rd, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

A teen sells lemonade at a stand

Kidz Entrepreneurship Fair and Indoor Market

Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Presented by the Murray Golf Group, this event helps children showcase products and business ideas.

Drum Runner Series Barrel Racing

Select Saturdays Jan. - Nov., 2023 | 2 - 5 p.m.

These monthly Drum Runners equestrian competitions are free for spectators.

The Historical Timeline Saunter along St. George Street in St. Augustine.

Historical Timeline Saunter

Select Saturdays from January - September 2023 | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Members of the Historic Florida Militia saunter from the City Gates, along St. George Street to the Plaza and then to Aviles Street.

Sunday, June 4th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Wednesday, June 7th, 2023

Music and Art By the Sea concerts take place for twelve weeks from May through September

Music and Art by the Sea 2023

Select Wednesdays, May - June and August - September 2023

Music and Art By the Sea brings an art exhibition and local musicians to the St. Johns County Ocean Pier on select Wednesdays throughout the summer.

Saturday, June 10th, 2023

The GTM Research Reserve hosts a family seining event on the second Saturday of each month.

GTM Research Reserve: Family Seining

Saturday, June 10, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Families can learn how to cast a seine net to collect various fish and crab species.

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Sunday, June 11th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Wednesday, June 14th, 2023

Music and Art By the Sea concerts take place for twelve weeks from May through September

Music and Art by the Sea 2023

Select Wednesdays, May - June and August - September 2023

Music and Art By the Sea brings an art exhibition and local musicians to the St. Johns County Ocean Pier on select Wednesdays throughout the summer.

Saturday, June 17th, 2023

The GTM Research Reserve will host a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration

Third Saturday of the Month | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

The GTM Research Reserve will host a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Sunday, June 18th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Wednesday, June 21st, 2023

Music and Art By the Sea concerts take place for twelve weeks from May through September

Music and Art by the Sea 2023

Select Wednesdays, May - June and August - September 2023

Music and Art By the Sea brings an art exhibition and local musicians to the St. Johns County Ocean Pier on select Wednesdays throughout the summer.

Saturday, June 24th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Sunday, June 25th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Wednesday, June 28th, 2023

A small shark swims in dark ocean water while keeping its eyes and its mouth slightly open

Shark Tooth Exploration at Mussallem Beachfront Park

Select Weekdays June & July | 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.

This family-friendly event teaches guests about different types of shark teeth from the past and present.

Music and Art By the Sea concerts take place for twelve weeks from May through September

Music and Art by the Sea 2023

Select Wednesdays, May - June and August - September 2023

Music and Art By the Sea brings an art exhibition and local musicians to the St. Johns County Ocean Pier on select Wednesdays throughout the summer.

Thursday, June 29th, 2023

A small shark swims in dark ocean water while keeping its eyes and its mouth slightly open

Shark Tooth Exploration at Mussallem Beachfront Park

Select Weekdays June & July | 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.

This family-friendly event teaches guests about different types of shark teeth from the past and present.

Friday, June 30th, 2023

A snowflake against a teal background

Apex Theatre Presents Disney's Frozen (Kid's Version)

Friday, June 30, 2023| See Times Below

The Apex Theatre presents two performances of the kid's verson of Disney's Frozen.

Saturday, July 1st, 2023

SJC Exploration Hike in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

GTM Research Reserve: Guided Exploration Hike

First Saturday of the Month | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Guests explore the flora and fauna of the Guana Peninsula during a Saturday hike at the GTM Research Reserve.

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Drum Runner Series Barrel Racing

Select Saturdays Jan. - Nov., 2023 | 2 - 5 p.m.

These monthly Drum Runners equestrian competitions are free for spectators.

Sunday, July 2nd, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Tuesday, July 4th, 2023

Fourth of July Fireworks 2023

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 | 6 - 10 p.m.

View the colorful and exciting Fireworks Over the Matanzas on July 4th in St. Augustine. A free two-hour concert will precede the fireworks show.

Saturday, July 8th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

The Historical Timeline Saunter along St. George Street in St. Augustine.

Historical Timeline Saunter

Select Saturdays from January - September 2023 | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Members of the Historic Florida Militia saunter from the City Gates, along St. George Street to the Plaza and then to Aviles Street.

Sunday, July 9th, 2023

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend!

Wednesday, July 12th, 2023

A small shark swims in dark ocean water while keeping its eyes and its mouth slightly open

Shark Tooth Exploration at Mussallem Beachfront Park

Select Weekdays June & July | 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.

This family-friendly event teaches guests about different types of shark teeth from the past and present.

Thursday, July 13th, 2023

A shark swims in clear blue water while searching for fish to eat

Shark Tooth Exploration at Nease Beachfront Park

Thursday, July 13, 2023 | 10 -10:45 a.m.

This family-friendly event teaches guests about different types of shark teeth from the past and present.