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Discover the up and coming hot spots, emerging events, and local happenings. Find out where the locals go -- and why. The town is filled with artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and other creatives who are opening new businesses and hosting new events. Experience the town from a local perspective whether visiting the beaches, historic downtown or beyond with tastings, farmers markets, music events, and even farm fun.

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Thursday, August 7th, 2025

Journal drawing of a caterpillar's development to a butterfly

Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve

First Thursday of the Month | 10:00 a.m. - noon

Connect with nature through journaling at the GTM Research Reserve.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Native Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida coast through artwork.

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

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.

Friday, August 8th, 2025

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

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

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Native Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida coast through artwork.

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

A stand up microphone on the Third Space Improv stage.

Stand Up Community Comedy Night

Second Fridays | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Showcasing local and regional comedians every month.

Saturday, August 9th, 2025

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

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

A spread of vegetables at a farmers market

The Market at The Park

Every Saturday | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

An outdoor event featuring vendors, live music, and food.

Yoga students laying down in the grass

Yoga in the Garden

Third Saturdays | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

The Lightner Museum hosts yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden.

Visitors strolling through the local vendors tents

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

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

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

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

GTM Research Reserve: Family Seining

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

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

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

three women in front of the fort

Whose Ancient City is it Anyway?

Saturdays through August 30 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

A weekly improv comedy show rated "E" for everyone.

Sunday, August 10th, 2025

Live Music on Sundays

Every Sunday

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

A yoga class in session on the museum's lawn

Yoga on the Lawn

Every Wednesday & Sunday | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

The Ximenez-Fatio House hosts yoga in the museum's serene lawn.

The St. Augustine Farmers Market promo poster

Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum

Sundays | 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Support local businesses and farmers at this community event.

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

The exterior of Beluthahatchee Cottage.

Sundays at Stetson's

One Sunday a Month | Music starts at 2:00 p.m.

Enjoy concerts at the former home of a renowned writer and conservationist.

Monday, August 11th, 2025

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

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

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Native Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida coast through artwork.

Tuesday, August 12th, 2025

Anastasia State Park volunteers will lead a nature walk to discover the myriad of birds that call the park home Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022.

Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park

Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 & Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 | 8:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Volunteers lead a nature walk to discover birds that call the park home.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Native Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida coast through artwork.

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

A couple swing dancing

Swing Dancing at Arnold's Lounge

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

"Cut a rug" in a fun, inclusive environment for all skill levels.

Wednesday, August 13th, 2025

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

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

A yoga class in session on the museum's lawn

Yoga on the Lawn

Every Wednesday & Sunday | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

The Ximenez-Fatio House hosts yoga in the museum's serene lawn.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Native Flora, Fauna, and Fantasy"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida coast through artwork.

Silhouette of a person, looking at an unseen area illuminated by a flashlight

STAAA: What We See in the Shadows Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, Jul. 17 - Aug. 31, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See art in a new light, where darkness reveals new perspectives.

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