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 24, 2018

Monday, September 24, 2018

Schooner Freedom Full Moon Sail

On the night of the full moon each month, March 1 – December 22, 2018
St. Augustine Municipal Marina
(904) 810-1010

Take a moonlight sail on Matanzas Bay aboard St. Augustine's premier tall ship.

Sunset Moonrise Tours 2018

Select dates throughout 2018 (see details below)
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
(904) 829-0745

Watch the sun set and the moon rise from atop the St. Augustine Lighthouse, and enjoy complimentary champagne and snacks.

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

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

Sunset and Full Moon Paddle on Salt Run

Monday, September 24, 2018, 6:15 – 7:45 p.m.
Anastasia State Park
(904) 460-9111

Take a paddle along Anastasia State Park's Salt Run and enjoy the view as the sun sets and the full moon rises.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Limelight Theatre: Cabaret

September 21 – October 21, 2018 | Thursdays thru Sundays
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164

This provocative musical tells the story of a fictional nightclub in pre-World War II Berlin.

Night Market at the Amphitheatre

The second and fourth Tuesday of each month | 6 – 9 p.m.
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(904) 315-9252
Free Event

This twice-a-month nighttime farmers market offers fresh local produce, baked goods, seafood, and a variety of arts and crafts.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

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

Farmers Market at the Pier

Every Wednesday
St. Johns County Pier
(904) 347-8007
Free Event

Find fresh, local foods, hand-crafted items, fresh herbs and much more at this beachfront farmers market.

Thursday, September 27, 2018

Limelight Theatre: Cabaret

September 21 – October 21, 2018 | Thursdays thru Sundays
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164

This provocative musical tells the story of a fictional nightclub in pre-World War II Berlin.

Lightner After Hours

The 4th Thursday of the month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Lightner Museum
(904) 824-2874
Free Event

Everyone is invited to enjoy live music, hors d'oeuvres, wine, and art at this monthly event.

Louie Anderson

Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
(904) 209-0399

Iconic comedian Louie Anderson brings his stand-up act to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall.

Friday, September 28, 2018

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

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

Limelight Theatre: Cabaret

September 21 – October 21, 2018 | Thursdays thru Sundays
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164

This provocative musical tells the story of a fictional nightclub in pre-World War II Berlin.

Cannon Firing

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Castillo de San Marcos
(904) 829-6506

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

CROCtoberfest

Friday, September 28, 2018, from 6 to 9 p.m.
St. Augustine Alligator Farm

This brew-at-the-zoo event showcases local breweries and restaurants from all over North Florida as well as live music by local band Funk Butter.and live musi musicians

Democracy and Its Demise

Friday, September 28, 2018 7:30 p.m.
Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center
(904) 829-5807
Free Event

Based on Henry Adams' 1880 novel, this original play describes a democracy threatened by ambition, incompetence, and political posturing — one that is remarkably similar to what’s happening today.

Saturday, September 29, 2018

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

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

Limelight Theatre: Cabaret

September 21 – October 21, 2018 | Thursdays thru Sundays
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164

This provocative musical tells the story of a fictional nightclub in pre-World War II Berlin.

Family Fishing Tournament

Saturday, September 29, 2018 | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
(904) 209-0320
6795 Collier Road

Compete in this family fishing tournament, where each boat must have at least one adult and one young angler.

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

Every Saturday morning | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(904) 315-9252
Free Event

This weekly farmers market offers fresh local produce, baked goods, seafood, and a variety of arts and crafts.

St. Augustine Flea Market

Every Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
St. Augustine Marketplace
(904) 824-4210
Free Event

Huge flea market offering a variety of vendors including a hydroponic U-pick farm offering fresh produce.

Youth Fishing Clinic

Saturday, September 29, 2018, 9 – 11 a.m.
Anastasia State Park
(904) 461-2033

This free clinic for kids ages 5 to 16 will include lessons on knot tying, fishing ethics, casting, tackle, and much more.

Scarecrow Building Contest

Saturdays & Sundays from September 22 to October 14, 2018
Rype and Readi Downtown Market
(904) 429-3070

Everyone is invited to come build their own scarecrow and enter the finished creation in Rype & Readi Downtown Farm Market’s Scarecrow Building Contest.

Cannon Firing

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Castillo de San Marcos
(904) 829-6506

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

Voter Registration Block Party

September 29, 2018 - 4:00pm
St. Paul AME Church
(904) 829-3918
Free Event

This local event is to encourage the community in St. Augustine to come out and register to vote.

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