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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.

Saturday, December 9th, 2023

The top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse lit by a full moon

Lighthouse Illuminations: Tides, Tidings, and Trees

Select Days, Nov. 22, 2023 - Jan. 13, 2024 | 6:30, 7:00, and 7:30 p.m.

During Nights of Lights, the lighthouse hosts evening tours that include a climb to the top.

Band members of the Dark Orchestra performs live on a stage with colorful lights.

Dark Star Orchestra at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 | 6:30 - 10:00 p.m.

This celebrated Grateful Dead tribute band returns to deliver an unforgettable performance.

A display of embroidered and hand-crafted fabric goods by Debber Do Designs

Christmas Markets

Throughout the months of November & December 2023 | Hours Vary

Shopping and holiday activities abound in the historic city during December.

The St. Augustine Community Chorus Christmas Concert.

St. Augustine Community Chorus: Christmas Joy

Saturday & Sunday, December 9 & 10, 2023 | See Times Below

The community chorus starts their 75th season with a Christmas concert.

This green and red pattern of Christmas trees and packages is on a black background

The Trouble with Traditions

Thursday, Dec. 7 - Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023 | Times Vary

A fully local production, written by Erin Vogel.

The Sixties Show performs on stage

The 60s Show at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Re-creating groovy rock, folk, blues, and pop classics from the 60s.

Irish singer/songwriter Keith Harkin will perform at Cafe Eleven March 25, 2022.

Keith Harkin Concert at Cafe Eleven

Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Irish singer/songwriter Keith Harkin performs his greatest hits.

Sunday, December 10th, 2023

A photo of The Alcazar, taken in the 1890s by photographer William Henry Jackson

Photography of William Henry Jackson

Beginning January 2, 2023 | Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Henry Jackson's photos of St. Augustine from the 1890s will be on display.

Santa greets people with a smile.

Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.

A Hastings tradition with festive floats and holiday cheer.

D Troop, 2/17th Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division "Screaming Eagles" at Camp Eagle in Vietnam. Photo courtesy of David Blair Craig

Oldest House Museum: "Stories of Service"

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 - Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The exhibit is the result of an oral history project with veterans in St. Johns County.

A group of hand-made candles presented by a young vendor at Kidz Entrepreneur event

Kidz Entrepreneur Holiday Market

Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This holiday market features products created by kids.

artists in St. Augustine posing on a staircase

STAAA: Soul Collective Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, December 1 - 30, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Local Black artists unite to share their passion for art in the Oldest City.

A gondola-shaped wooden tray, filled with red flowers and greenery, on a poolside table

Christmas Tour of Homes — 2023

Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

An opportunity to see historic private homes decorated for the holidays.

The exterior of Beluthahatchee Cottage.

Sundays at Stetson's

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

Enjoy a concert at the former home of writer, activist, and conservationist, Stetson Kennedy.

The St. Augustine Community Chorus Christmas Concert.

St. Augustine Community Chorus: Christmas Joy

Saturday & Sunday, December 9 & 10, 2023 | See Times Below

The community chorus starts their 75th season with a Christmas concert.

This green and red pattern of Christmas trees and packages is on a black background

The Trouble with Traditions

Thursday, Dec. 7 - Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023 | Times Vary

A fully local production, written by Erin Vogel.

A display of embroidered and hand-crafted fabric goods by Debber Do Designs

Christmas Markets

Throughout the months of November & December 2023 | Hours Vary

Shopping and holiday activities abound in the historic city during December.

The Outlaws.

The Outlaws At Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Performing for more than four decades, this band returns to perform iconic hits.

Monday, December 11th, 2023

A photo of The Alcazar, taken in the 1890s by photographer William Henry Jackson

Photography of William Henry Jackson

Beginning January 2, 2023 | Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Henry Jackson's photos of St. Augustine from the 1890s will be on display.

D Troop, 2/17th Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division "Screaming Eagles" at Camp Eagle in Vietnam. Photo courtesy of David Blair Craig

Oldest House Museum: "Stories of Service"

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 - Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The exhibit is the result of an oral history project with veterans in St. Johns County.

Art easels with blank canvases surrounding a wooden figure mannequin

STAAA: Monday Night Figure Drawing

Every Monday Night | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Capture the art of the human form during this live-model studio session.

The top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse lit by a full moon

Lighthouse Illuminations: Tides, Tidings, and Trees

Select Days, Nov. 22, 2023 - Jan. 13, 2024 | 6:30, 7:00, and 7:30 p.m.

During Nights of Lights, the lighthouse hosts evening tours that include a climb to the top.

Tuesday, December 12th, 2023

A photo of The Alcazar, taken in the 1890s by photographer William Henry Jackson

Photography of William Henry Jackson

Beginning January 2, 2023 | Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Henry Jackson's photos of St. Augustine from the 1890s will be on display.

D Troop, 2/17th Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division "Screaming Eagles" at Camp Eagle in Vietnam. Photo courtesy of David Blair Craig

Oldest House Museum: "Stories of Service"

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 - Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The exhibit is the result of an oral history project with veterans in St. Johns County.

artists in St. Augustine posing on a staircase

STAAA: Soul Collective Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, December 1 - 30, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Local Black artists unite to share their passion for art in the Oldest City.

This green and red pattern of Christmas trees and packages is on a black background

The Trouble with Traditions

Thursday, Dec. 7 - Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023 | Times Vary

A fully local production, written by Erin Vogel.

The conductor of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and members of the string section during a concert

EMMA Concerts: Holiday Pops Concert 2023

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

A popular annual tradition during the holiday season.

Wednesday, December 13th, 2023

Farmers and craft market at St. Augustine Beach.

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market

Every Wednesday

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

A photo of The Alcazar, taken in the 1890s by photographer William Henry Jackson

Photography of William Henry Jackson

Beginning January 2, 2023 | Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Henry Jackson's photos of St. Augustine from the 1890s will be on display.

D Troop, 2/17th Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division "Screaming Eagles" at Camp Eagle in Vietnam. Photo courtesy of David Blair Craig

Oldest House Museum: "Stories of Service"

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 - Monday, Jan. 8, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The exhibit is the result of an oral history project with veterans in St. Johns County.

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