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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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Friday, December 11th, 2026

Durbin Creek during late autumn on a blue sky day

Durbin Creek Kayak Trip

Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Kayaking through a beautiful creek and marsh with a strong history.

The three artists' work at the JAM Exhibit

Best of Juried Artist Member Exhibition

First Coast Cultural Center

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 - Friday, Jan. 1, 2027 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

View best of painting, sculpture, photography, and more.

Artwork featuring palm trees and clear skies from Fantastic Florida exhibit at St. Augustine Art Association

Fantastic Florida Art Exhibit

St. Augustine Art Association

Tuesdays - Sundays, Dec. 4, 2026 - Jan. 31, 2027 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

A celebration of Florida's diverse beauty and rich culture.

The exterior of Villa Zorayda lit for the Nights of Lights holiday season

Villa Zorayda Holiday and Candlelight Tours

Villa Zorayda Museum

Select Days, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026 - Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary

Enjoy holiday magic and spectacular displays at this historic museum.

A old-style drawing of a scene from "A Christmas Carol'

Limelight Theatre: "A Christmas Carol"

Limelight Theatre, Inc.

Thurs., Dec. 10 - Sun., Dec. 20, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. Thurs. - Sat. 2:00 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

Enjoy this local production of the 1994 Broadway version of this iconic musical.

A stand up microphone on the Third Space Improv stage.

Classic Comedy Night

Third Space Improv

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

Showcasing local and regional stand up comedians.

Saturday, December 12th, 2026

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

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

Two runners at the finish line at Santa Suits on the loose in 2025

14th Annual Santa Suits on the Loose 5K

St. Johns County Ocean Pier

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.

Santas trade their sleighs for sneakers in this annual fundraiser run.

A line of cars with the hood up

Cars & Caffeine

Second Saturday of the Month | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Grab a coffee and marvel at various automobiles.

Visitors strolling through the local vendors tents

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

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

The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve

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

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

Santa greets people with a smile.

Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

A Hastings tradition with festive floats and holiday cheer.

A stand up microphone on the Third Space Improv stage.

Intro to Stand-Up Community Comedy

Third Space Improv

Saturday, Nov. 7 - Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Third Space Improv hosts a six-week stand-up comedy class for beginners.

Artwork featuring palm trees and clear skies from Fantastic Florida exhibit at St. Augustine Art Association

Fantastic Florida Art Exhibit

St. Augustine Art Association

Tuesdays - Sundays, Dec. 4, 2026 - Jan. 31, 2027 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

A celebration of Florida's diverse beauty and rich culture.

A old-style drawing of a scene from "A Christmas Carol'

Limelight Theatre: "A Christmas Carol"

Limelight Theatre, Inc.

Thurs., Dec. 10 - Sun., Dec. 20, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. Thurs. - Sat. 2:00 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

Enjoy this local production of the 1994 Broadway version of this iconic musical.

A collage of photos of of the St. Augustine Beach Holiday Market

St. Augustine Beach Holiday Market

St. Johns County Ocean Pier

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy the lights while shopping near the beach at this craft market.

The exterior of Villa Zorayda lit for the Nights of Lights holiday season

Villa Zorayda Holiday and Candlelight Tours

Villa Zorayda Museum

Select Days, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026 - Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary

Enjoy holiday magic and spectacular displays at this historic museum.

A large powerboat decorated with hundreds of holiday lights, and with a rock band on the bow for the Regatta of Lights boat parade in historic St. Augustine

Regatta of Lights 2026

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The local yacht club hosts the Nights of Lights boat parade.

Sunday, December 13th, 2026

Live Music on Sundays

Every Sunday

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

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

Anastasia State Park

Select Days | 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

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

The gates leading to a market

Farmers Market at Schooner's Seafood House

Schooner's Seafood House

Sundays | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Shop and support local vendors at this weekly event.

The St. Augustine Farmers Market promo poster

Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum

Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine

Sundays | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Support local businesses and farmers at this community event.

Artwork featuring palm trees and clear skies from Fantastic Florida exhibit at St. Augustine Art Association

Fantastic Florida Art Exhibit

St. Augustine Art Association

Tuesdays - Sundays, Dec. 4, 2026 - Jan. 31, 2027 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

A celebration of Florida's diverse beauty and rich culture.

A old-style drawing of a scene from "A Christmas Carol'

Limelight Theatre: "A Christmas Carol"

Limelight Theatre, Inc.

Thurs., Dec. 10 - Sun., Dec. 20, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. Thurs. - Sat. 2:00 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

Enjoy this local production of the 1994 Broadway version of this iconic musical.

Monday, December 14th, 2026

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

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

The exterior of Villa Zorayda lit for the Nights of Lights holiday season

Villa Zorayda Holiday and Candlelight Tours

Villa Zorayda Museum

Select Days, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026 - Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary

Enjoy holiday magic and spectacular displays at this historic museum.

Tuesday, December 15th, 2026

The three artists' work at the JAM Exhibit

Best of Juried Artist Member Exhibition

First Coast Cultural Center

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 - Friday, Jan. 1, 2027 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

View best of painting, sculpture, photography, and more.

Artwork featuring palm trees and clear skies from Fantastic Florida exhibit at St. Augustine Art Association

Fantastic Florida Art Exhibit

St. Augustine Art Association

Tuesdays - Sundays, Dec. 4, 2026 - Jan. 31, 2027 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

A celebration of Florida's diverse beauty and rich culture.

Night Market at the Amphitheatre

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Four Select Tuesdays | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

On one Tuesday a season, the Night Market offers food, produce, music, and fun.

Wednesday, December 16th, 2026

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

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

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The composer faces the St. Augustine Community Chorus as they perform in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

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People paddling kayaks toward the sunset in Guana

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