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., April 21, 2021

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Romanza: Community Drumming

Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church
Free Event
Amber Hall will lead a Community Drumming event at the Lincolnville Courtyard Concert May 12, 2021.

Amber Hall will lead a Community Drumming event during the Lincolnville Courtyard Concert Wednesday, May 12, 2021.

Lincolnville Sax Pack Concert

Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 7:45-8:45 p.m.
St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church
Free Event
The St. Augustine Sax Pack will play at St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church during Romanza Festivale in St. Augustine.

The Lincolnville Sax Pack will perform at the Lincolnville Courtyard Concert Wednesday, May 12, 2021.

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Romanza: Bartram Trail Chorus

Thursday, May 13, 2021 | Noon to 1 p.m.
Ancient City Baptist Church
Free Event
Bartram Trail High School choirs will perform during Romanza Festivale May 13, 2021, at Ancient City Baptist Church.

Bartram Trail High School choirs will perform during Romanza Festivale May 13, 2021, at Ancient City Baptist Church.

Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit

Friday, May 7 to Friday, May 28, 2021 – 1 to 4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Free Event
The 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will culminate in an art exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association May 7, 2021.

Artwork produced during the 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will be on display May 7, 2021 at the St. Augustine Art Association's Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit.

'Contemporary Impressions' Art Exhibit

Friday, April 2 through Sunday, May 23, 2021
Lightner Museum
(904) 824-2874
Rainbow Harbor, painting by Antwan Ramar

Art by Orlando-based Antwan Ramar will be on display during the Lightner Museum’s inaugural Lightner Local exhibit.

St. Augustine Art Association: The Great Outdoors

Tuesday through Friday, May 7 to May 28, 2021 – 1 to 4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Free Event

Artists will display their works from St. Augustine's natural landscapes at "The Great Outdoors" exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association.

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.

Iliza Shlesinger: Back in Action Tour

Thursday, May 13, 2021
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(904) 209-0399
Iliza Shlesinger will make her first stop on the 'Back in Action Tour' in St. Augustine.

Iliza Shlesinger will kick off her 'Back in Action Tour' at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Thursday, May 13.

Friday, May 14, 2021

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

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

I Lived Here as Well

Fridays and Saturdays, April 23, 2021 - June 19, 2021 10:00 a.m.
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
(904) 829-3575
Actor James Bullock will share stories about how slaves and freed men and women lived and worked at Ximenex-Fatio House in St. Augustine.

"I Lived Here As Well" takes visitors inside the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum for a look at how the black servants and slaves lived and worked.

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!

Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit

Friday, May 7 to Friday, May 28, 2021 – 1 to 4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Free Event
The 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will culminate in an art exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association May 7, 2021.

Artwork produced during the 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will be on display May 7, 2021 at the St. Augustine Art Association's Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit.

'Contemporary Impressions' Art Exhibit

Friday, April 2 through Sunday, May 23, 2021
Lightner Museum
(904) 824-2874
Rainbow Harbor, painting by Antwan Ramar

Art by Orlando-based Antwan Ramar will be on display during the Lightner Museum’s inaugural Lightner Local exhibit.

St. Augustine Art Association: The Great Outdoors

Tuesday through Friday, May 7 to May 28, 2021 – 1 to 4 p.m.
St. Augustine Art Association
(904) 824-2310
Free Event

Artists will display their works from St. Augustine's natural landscapes at "The Great Outdoors" exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association.

Romanza: Spanish Wine Tasting

Friday, May 14, 2021 – 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Gifted Cork & Gourmet
(904) 810-1083
The Gifted Cork & Gourmet will host a Spanish Wine Tasting Event May 14, 2021.

The Gifted Cork & Gourmet will host a Spanish Wine Tasting Event May 14, 2021.

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.

The Beach Boys

Friday, May 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(904) 209-0399
The Beach Boys of 2021 will perform in St. Augustine during their 2021 Feel Flows Tour.

The Beachboys, that iconic American band, brings the essence of sun, surf, and 60's California culture to life in St. Augustine this May.

Limelight: 'Always ... Patsy Cline'

May 14 through May 30. See below for times.
Limelight Theatre, Inc.
(904) 825-1164
Limelight Theatre presents 'Always ... Patsy Cline.'

Texas housewife Louise Seger reminisces about her friendship with singing legend Patsy Cline in Limelight Theatre's production 'Always ... Patsy Cline.'

Romanza: Teal Cabana Club Band

Friday, May 14, 2021 | 7:45 – 8:45 p.m.
St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church
Free Event
The Teal Cabana Club Band bring their chill, jazzy sound to the Romanza Festivale in St. Augustine.

The Teal Cabana Club Band plants one foot in blues and jazz, and the other in eclectic lounge.

Saturday, May 15, 2021

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

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

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.

Pop Up Market at Vilano Beach

The third Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(904) 540-0402
190 Vilano Road
Free Event

Vilano Beach Main Street hosts a pop-up market featuring an artisans market and local entrepreneurs selling their wares.

I Lived Here as Well

Fridays and Saturdays, April 23, 2021 - June 19, 2021 10:00 a.m.
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
(904) 829-3575
Actor James Bullock will share stories about how slaves and freed men and women lived and worked at Ximenex-Fatio House in St. Augustine.

"I Lived Here As Well" takes visitors inside the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum for a look at how the black servants and slaves lived and worked.

St. Augustine VegFest

Saturday, May 15, 2021 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
World Golf Village
Free Event
The St. Augustine VegFest

A celebration of the vegan lifestyle, St. Augustine VegFest will feature vendors and free activities as well as educational programs and materials.

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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