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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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Sunday, March 29th, 2026

The Old Town Art Show is a popular event in the spring in St. Augustine.

Old Town Art Show Spring 2026

Saturday & Sunday, Mar. 28 & 29, 2026 | Times Vary

Local and national artists showcase their handcrafted wares at this show.

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.

Artwork from the All County Middle School Art Show

16th Annual All-County Middle School Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Mar. 6 - 29, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Discover the future of St. Augustine art.

Paul Ladnier's "Early Start" will be one of the artworks on display at the St. Augustine Art Association's Fall Members Show.

Spring Members Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Mar. 6 - 29, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Annual exhibit showcasing local and regional artists.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: "God of Carnage"

Thursday, Mar. 5 - Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 | Times Vary

The comedy is sharp and biting around themes of parenting, ego, and prejuidice.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: Godspell

Thursday, Mar. 26 - Sunday, Apr. 19, 2026 | Times Vary

This production relates parables of Jesus using song and comedy.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Template— Limelight Theatre: SHOW

Thursday, xxx - Sunday, xxx, 2026 | Times Vary

NEEDATEASER, YOU

A cupid shooting an arrow, surrounded by a heart.

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change

Thursday, Jan. 29 - Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 | Times Vary

Enjoy a musical comedy about love and relationships.

One man stands on stage at a podium, in a small, brick-walled venue, reading poetry

Ancient City Poets: Sunday Series

Last Sunday, Jan. 25 - Dec. 27, 2026 | 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Celebrating poetry from local and regional poets every month.

A multi-colored kelidoscope image

Kaleidoscope at Limelight

Monthly on Last Sundays | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

A monthly artist gathering showcasing orignal music, karaoke, and crafts.

Monday, March 30th, 2026

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

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

A painting from the "Opening New Doors" exhibit

St. Johns Cultural Council Presents Opening New Doors

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 - Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Experience St. Augustine's evolution through mixed media and paintings.

Tuesday, March 31st, 2026

A painting from the "Opening New Doors" exhibit

St. Johns Cultural Council Presents Opening New Doors

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 - Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Experience St. Augustine's evolution through mixed media and paintings.

Wednesday, April 1st, 2026

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

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

A painting from the "Opening New Doors" exhibit

St. Johns Cultural Council Presents Opening New Doors

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 - Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Experience St. Augustine's evolution through mixed media and paintings.

A wooded trug carried by a woman with filled with fresh herbs and fruits

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market

Every Wednesday | Times Vary

Support local farmers, makers, and artists and take a walk on the beach.

People kicking their feet in a line dancing class

Line Dancing at Arnold's Lounge

Every Wednesday | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Kick your feet, twirl, and learn combo steps at this weekly dance event.

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026

A painting from the "Opening New Doors" exhibit

St. Johns Cultural Council Presents Opening New Doors

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 - Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Experience St. Augustine's evolution through mixed media and paintings.

A painting by Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau showing Bernardo de Gálvez at the Siege of Pensacola

Unknown Florida in the American Revolution

Monthly, Jan. - May, 2026 | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Learn how events in Florida impacted the American Revolution at this lecture series.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: Godspell

Thursday, Mar. 26 - Sunday, Apr. 19, 2026 | Times Vary

This production relates parables of Jesus using song and comedy.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: "God of Carnage"

Thursday, Mar. 5 - Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 | Times Vary

The comedy is sharp and biting around themes of parenting, ego, and prejuidice.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Template— Limelight Theatre: SHOW

Thursday, xxx - Sunday, xxx, 2026 | Times Vary

NEEDATEASER, YOU

A cupid shooting an arrow, surrounded by a heart.

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change

Thursday, Jan. 29 - Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 | Times Vary

Enjoy a musical comedy about love and relationships.

Friday, April 3rd, 2026

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

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

A painting from the "Opening New Doors" exhibit

St. Johns Cultural Council Presents Opening New Doors

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 - Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Experience St. Augustine's evolution through mixed media and paintings.

The walkway to the gazebo

First Friday Garden Walk at Washington Oaks

First Friday of the Month | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Join park rangers and explore the history and beauty of Washington Oaks.

"Left Behind" an art piece by Juliana Romnes

Miniature Marvels Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 26, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This juried exhibit features small wonders with big allure.

"Introspection" — an art piece by local High School student Kaitlyn

21st Annual All County High School Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 3 – 26, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the talent and creativity of our city's future artists.

Aviles Street during the First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk

First Friday of each month | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.

Cathedral Basilica in downtown St. Augustine

First Friday Art Walk Concert at Cathedral Basilica

First Friday of each month | 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

An organ recital on the first Friday of each month.

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