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People paddling kayaks toward the sunset in Guana

Sports & Outdoors

Stay active outside surrounded by beaches, rivers, and coastal forests.

The St. Augustine landscape is a mixture of beautiful marsh land, sandy beaches, wild inlets, and coastal forests. The great outdoors serve as a natural backdrop for kayaking, fishing, and exploring. Our Calendar of Events lists the many outdoor sports and recreation options too, including marathons, golf tournaments, fishing charters, paddle boarding excursions, and more. With mild winters, visitors can enjoy playing outdoors all year long.

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Mar. 4

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

Staff Spotlight

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market

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

Sponsored Partners

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn

La Fiesta - Ocean Inn & Suites

La Fiesta - Ocean Inn & Suites

Beacher's Lodge - Oceanfront Suites

Beacher's Lodge - Oceanfront Suites

Sports & Outdoors

Saturday, November 14th, 2026

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

Sunday, November 15th, 2026

A view of cabbage palms, marshlands, and pine trees seen from the Hardwood trail at Princess Place Preserve.

Across Florida 200

Wednesday - Sunday, Nov. 11 - 15, 2026 | Times Vary

Join (or watch sections of) this fully supported 200-mile trail run across Florida.

Saturday, November 21st, 2026

A yoga class in session

Yoga in the Garden

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

The Lightner Museum hosts yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden.

The GTM Research Reserve will host a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration

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

Join a family-friendly guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

Friday, December 4th, 2026

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.

Saturday, December 5th, 2026

SJC Exploration Hike in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Guided Exploration Hike

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

Learn the cultural history and biodiversity of the Guana peninsula.

Saturday, December 12th, 2026

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

14th Annual Santa Suits on the Loose 5K

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

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

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

Saturday, December 19th, 2026

A yoga class in session

Yoga in the Garden

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

The Lightner Museum hosts yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden.

A section of the western side of the River to the Sea Preserve

Ocean to Estuary: A Tidal Journey

Saturday, Apr. 18, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

A free guided tour through the River-to-Sea Preserve near Marineland.

The GTM Research Reserve will host a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration

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

Join a family-friendly guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

Friday, January 1st, 2027

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.

Saturday, January 16th, 2027

The GTM Research Reserve will host a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration

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

Join a family-friendly guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.

Friday, February 5th, 2027

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.

Thursday, June 17th, 2027

Ancient City Kingfish Challenge

Thursday - Sunday, Jun. 17 - 20, 2027 | See Times Below

Compete for top prizes in this King Mackerel fishing tournament.

Friday, June 18th, 2027

Ancient City Kingfish Challenge

Thursday - Sunday, Jun. 17 - 20, 2027 | See Times Below

Compete for top prizes in this King Mackerel fishing tournament.

Saturday, June 19th, 2027

Ancient City Kingfish Challenge

Thursday - Sunday, Jun. 17 - 20, 2027 | See Times Below

Compete for top prizes in this King Mackerel fishing tournament.

Sunday, June 20th, 2027

Ancient City Kingfish Challenge

Thursday - Sunday, Jun. 17 - 20, 2027 | See Times Below

Compete for top prizes in this King Mackerel fishing tournament.

Related categories

P

Professional Sports

R

Recreation Leagues

M

Marathons / 5k

T

Tournaments

W

Water Sports

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