Local Things to Do

Visitors can search this section for all the up and coming hotspots, new events, local happenings and things to do. Find out where the locals go in St. Augustine and why. The area’s family-friendly events are listed as well as local ongoing events for adults. While on a trip to the nation’s oldest city visitors can experience the town from a resident’s point of view and enjoy the variety of things to do in the downtown district, at the beaches, on Anastasia Island and beyond. Local farmers markets, guided tours, special events, outdoor activities and more await visitors in this small coastal town.

E.g., September 23, 2021

Thursday, September 23, 2021

Women Who Made a Difference Exhibit

Tuesday–Saturday, April 23 to Oct. 2, 2021 | 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center
(904) 824-1191
The Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center will host an exhibit honoring five women who made a difference in the community through Oct. 2, 2021.

The Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center will host an exhibit honoring five women who made a difference in the community.

Walk in Peace Art Exhibit

Friday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 | 1–4 p.m. Tuesday–Sunday
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Don Trousdell's exhibit "Walk in Peace" is a visual journey through 35,000 years of peace.

One of artist Don Trousdell’s final exhibits, “Walk in Peace,” will be on display at the St. Augustine Association in September to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

St. Augustine Camera Club Members Art Show

Tuesday through Sunday, Sept. 3–24, 2021 | 1–4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
The St. Augustine Camera Club will showcase their work at the St. Augustine Art Association through September.

Members of the St. Augustine Camera Club will showcase their work at the St. Augustine Art Association through September.

Farmers Market

Every Thursday | 5 to 8 p.m.
Coconut Barrel, Artisan Market
(904) 484-8729
Free Event
Local produce and handmade items are available at the Coconut Barrel Farmers Market every Thursday.

Local produce and handmade crafts are available at the Coconut Barrel Farmers Market every Thursday.

Lightner Local Art Exhibition: Suburban Echoes

Saturday Sept. 3, to Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lightner Museum
Ericka Sobrack, Dwelling, Oil on panel, 2020

The Lightner Museum will showcase the art of Ericka Sobrack during a Lightner Local exhibit Sept. 3 to Oct. 18, 2021.

Country Night at Colonial Oak Music Park

Thursdays through Dec. 30, 2021 | 7 p.m.
Colonial Oak Music Park
(904) 342-2857
Free Event
Davis and the Loose Cannons will perform at the Colonial Oak Music Park Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.

The Colonial Oak Music Park will showcase local talent with its Country Night at 7 p.m. each Thursday.

Owl Prowl at Alpine Groves Park

Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021 | 7:15 to 9:30 p.m.
Alpine Groves Park
(904) 209-0348
Free Event

Enjoy the sunset along the St. Johns River and learn all about the creatures of the night, including resident owls.

Friday, September 24, 2021

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

These St. Augustine restaurants and bars offer live music on Fridays throughout the year.

Florida's Wild Edibles and Medicinal Plants – Canopy Shores

Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 | 10 a.m. to noon
Canopy Shores Park
(904) 209-0348
Free Event

Participants will learn to identify edible and medicinal plants of the region on this free guided walk with the County Naturalist.

Weekend Cannon Firing

CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Castillo de San Marcos
(904) 829-6506

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

Women Who Made a Difference Exhibit

Tuesday–Saturday, April 23 to Oct. 2, 2021 | 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center
(904) 824-1191
The Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center will host an exhibit honoring five women who made a difference in the community through Oct. 2, 2021.

The Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center will host an exhibit honoring five women who made a difference in the community.

Walk in Peace Art Exhibit

Friday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 | 1–4 p.m. Tuesday–Sunday
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Don Trousdell's exhibit "Walk in Peace" is a visual journey through 35,000 years of peace.

One of artist Don Trousdell’s final exhibits, “Walk in Peace,” will be on display at the St. Augustine Association in September to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

St. Augustine Camera Club Members Art Show

Tuesday through Sunday, Sept. 3–24, 2021 | 1–4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
The St. Augustine Camera Club will showcase their work at the St. Augustine Art Association through September.

Members of the St. Augustine Camera Club will showcase their work at the St. Augustine Art Association through September.

Sing Out Loud Music Festival — Day 7

Friday, September 24, 2021
(904) 209-3746
Free Event
Sing Out Loud Music Festival 2021

Here's the lineup for the events of the Sing Out Loud Festival Friday, September 24, 2021.

Lightner Local Art Exhibition: Suburban Echoes

Saturday Sept. 3, to Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lightner Museum
Ericka Sobrack, Dwelling, Oil on panel, 2020

The Lightner Museum will showcase the art of Ericka Sobrack during a Lightner Local exhibit Sept. 3 to Oct. 18, 2021.

Sunset Under the Sea

Friday, Sept. 24, and Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021 | 6 to 7 p.m.
Vilano Beach
(904) 209-0355
Free Event

Enjoy the sunset while learning about the wildlife found under the sea along the coastline.

Quackery: The Dark Side of Medicine Tour

Every Friday and Saturday Night at 7 and 8:15 p.m.
Spanish Military Hospital Museum
Audiences will be enthralled and appalled at the outrageous medical treatments from St. Augustine's past.

The Spanish Military Hospital enthralls audiences with tales of outrageous medical treatments in St. Augustine’s past.

Dark of the Moon Tour at the Lighthouse

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, After Dark (Times will vary)
(904) 829-0745

The St. Augustine Lighthouse after dark explores the history and the tales of ghosts as guests tour armed only with a glowstick.

Limelight Theatre: 'Once'

Thursday, Sept. 2 to Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 | See times below.
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164
Limelight Theatre will stage the award-winning play 'Once' from Sept. 3 to Oct. 3, 2021

Limelight Theatre will stage the award-winning musical 'Once' from Sept. 3 to Oct. 3, 2021

Saturday, September 25, 2021

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

These St. Augustine restaurants and bars offer live music on Saturdays throughout the year.

Cars & Coffee at the Classic Car Museum

Fourth Saturday of Each Month | 8 to 10 a.m.
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine
(904) 806-4610
Free Event
The Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine hosts Classic Cars & Coffee on the fourth Saturday of each month.

See the best classic cars in the region and grab a cup of coffee at the same time.

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

Every Saturday morning from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(904) 315-9252
Free Event

This weekly farmers market is back, offering fresh local produce, baked goods, seafood, flowers, and a variety of arts and crafts.

Pumpkin Festival & Handmade Market 2021

Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(904) 679-5660
2680 Ada Arnold Road
Pumpkins and squash can be picked at the Pumpkin Festival.

Pick pumpkins and other produce, meet farm animals, and enjoy a country market at the Pumpkin Festival.

Estuary Fest 2021

Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR
Free Event
Celebrate National Estuaries Week with at this free festival for the whole family at GTM Research Reserve.

Celebrate National Estuaries Week with at this free festival for the whole family at GTM Research Reserve.

Weekend Cannon Firing

CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Castillo de San Marcos
(904) 829-6506

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

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