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Live Entertainment

Discover an abundance of live entertainment.

St. Augustine boasts an array of live entertainment, from music to plays to comedy and magic shows. Local bars and restaurants showcase the area’s musicians nightly, while big-name acts perform regularly at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre and Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Local cultural groups such as EMMA Concerts, the Florida Chamber Music Project, the St. Augustine Community Chorus, the St. Augustine Orchestra, Limelight Theatre, and First Coast Opera offer first-class productions throughout the year, while comedy nights and Third Space Improv keep the laughs coming with stand-up and improv shows.

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Live Entertainment

Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Wednesdays throughout the year.

People gather to listen to live music at the market

West King Wednesdays

Third Wednesdays, Feb. - Dec. | 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

West King Street hosts pop-up markets, live music, and fun on third Wednesdays.

Thursday, July 17th, 2025

Live Music on Thursdays

Every Thursday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Thursdays throughout the year.

Adults in lawn chairs and children sitting on the cannons, enjoying a concert in the plaza

Concerts in the Plaza

Thursdays from May 29 - Aug. 28, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

This weekly free concert features local and regional bands and solo musicians.

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Limelight Theatre: Hairspray

Thursday, Jul. 17 - Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025 | Times Vary

An eight-time Tony award-winning musical based on the 1988 John Waters film.

Friday, July 18th, 2025

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Fridays throughout the year.

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Celebrate Lincolnville with Redevelopment 25!

Friday, Jul. 18, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Celebrate Lincolnville, learn about the community, listen to music, and have fun.

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Limelight Theatre: Hairspray

Thursday, Jul. 17 - Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025 | Times Vary

An eight-time Tony award-winning musical based on the 1988 John Waters film.

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Officer Eudy at Cafe Eleven

Friday, Jul. 18, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Badge in one hand, punchlines in the other—this cop delivers comedy with authority.

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Summer Lovin' with 3 Blind Dates – an Unscripted Romantic Comedy

Friday, July 18, 2025 | 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The audience's dating stories and summer love inspire this improvised rom com.

Saturday, July 19th, 2025

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Saturdays throughout the year.

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Amphitheatre Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy fresh local produce, handmade arts and crafts, and live entertainment.

Antique Cars with their hoods raised at the Classic Car Museum's Monthly Cruise-In.

Cruisers Car Club Cruise-IN

Third Saturday of the Month | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy classic cars, music, and door prizes each month.

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Magic Hideaway: Magic Show

Saturdays - Select Dates | 6:00 p.m. and sometimes 8:30 p.m., too.

Jaw-dropping magic and mind reading at the Casa Monica Resort and Spa.

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Rae and the Ragdolls at Colonial Oak Music Park

Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

A 70s style band with a hippie energy and sound on and off stage.

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Counting Crows at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Saturday, Jul. 19, 2025 | 7:30 - 10:00 p.m.

Legendary rock band Counting Crows perform their iconic hits.

Dots and swirls in a 1960s-style print in multiple colors

Limelight Theatre: Hairspray

Thursday, Jul. 17 - Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025 | Times Vary

An eight-time Tony award-winning musical based on the 1988 John Waters film.

Spill the Tea: Fresh-Brewed Comedy

Saturday, Jul. 19, 2025 | 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Fresh-brewed comedy inspired by true confessions from a local celebrity.

Sunday, July 20th, 2025

Live Music on Sundays

Every Sunday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Sundays throughout the year.

Dots and swirls in a 1960s-style print in multiple colors

Limelight Theatre: Hairspray

Thursday, Jul. 17 - Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025 | Times Vary

An eight-time Tony award-winning musical based on the 1988 John Waters film.

Monday, July 21st, 2025

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Mondays throughout the year.

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Pecha Kucha: Industry Night 2025

Monday, Jul. 21, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Late night at the pub, restaurant, hotel—service industry tales from closing time.

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025

Live Music on Tuesdays

Every Tuesday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Tuesdays throughout the year.

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Salsa Dancing at Arnold's Lounge

Every Tuesday | 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Spice up your moves by participating in this salsa dance series.

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Wednesdays throughout the year.

Students on stage

Improv Jam

Wednesdays through August | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

A place for grown-ups to cooperatively play together.

The alternative rock band the Goo Goo Dolls sit near a colorful flower backdrop.

The Goo Goo Dolls at St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

This four-time grammy nominated alternative rock band returns to The Amp.

No two shows are the same since the audience takes the lead at Improv Night in Colonial Oak Music Park.

Improv Night at Colonial Oak Music Park

Wednesdays through 2025 | 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

No two shows are the same since the audience takes the lead at Improv Night.

Thursday, July 24th, 2025

Live Music on Thursdays

Every Thursday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Thursdays throughout the year.

Adults in lawn chairs and children sitting on the cannons, enjoying a concert in the plaza

Concerts in the Plaza

Thursdays from May 29 - Aug. 28, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

This weekly free concert features local and regional bands and solo musicians.

Related categories

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Concerts

Comedians face a microphone, lights, and an audience seeking laughter.

Comedy

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Drinks & Music

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Dancing / DJs

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Ballroom Dancing

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Dinner Music

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