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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.

Saturday, January 18th, 2025

Cyclist in pink jersey celebrating victory with raised fists at Giro d'Italia race, with competitors in background

Giro d’Italia Ride Like A Pro USA

Saturday - Sunday, Jan. 18 - 19, 2025 | Times Vary

Experience the thrill of European cycling in St. Johns County.

44th Annual Matanzas 5000

Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Race through Historic Downtown.

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.

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

Sunday, January 19th, 2025

Cyclist in pink jersey celebrating victory with raised fists at Giro d'Italia race, with competitors in background

Giro d’Italia Ride Like A Pro USA

Saturday - Sunday, Jan. 18 - 19, 2025 | Times Vary

Experience the thrill of European cycling in St. Johns County.

Saturday, January 25th, 2025

Foundation 5000

Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - Noon

Sign up to race for a stronger, healthier community.

Thursday, January 30th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Friday, January 31st, 2025

Donna Deegan, founder of the DONNA Foundation, racing in a marathon

18th Annual DONNA Marathon Weekend

Friday, Jan. 31 - Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 | Times Vary

The national marathon to finish breast cancer.

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Saturday, February 1st, 2025

Donna Deegan, founder of the DONNA Foundation, racing in a marathon

18th Annual DONNA Marathon Weekend

Friday, Jan. 31 - Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 | Times Vary

The national marathon to finish breast cancer.

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Sunday, February 2nd, 2025

Donna Deegan, founder of the DONNA Foundation, racing in a marathon

18th Annual DONNA Marathon Weekend

Friday, Jan. 31 - Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 | Times Vary

The national marathon to finish breast cancer.

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Monday, February 3rd, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Tuesday, February 4th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Thursday, February 6th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Friday, February 7th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

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

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, February 8th, 2025

Conquer the Trails 5K

Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Enjoy a morning race through the TrailMark community.

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

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Sunday, February 9th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Monday, February 10th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Thursday, February 13th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Friday, February 14th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Saturday, February 15th, 2025

Runners in race-day t-shirts and athletic apparel running in the Lighthouse 5k and Fun Run

Lighthouse 5K and Fun Run

Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Step up your running game in a historic setting with free lighthouse access.

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Sunday, February 16th, 2025

DAYTONA Speedweeks 2025

Thurs., Jan. 30 to Sun., Feb. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Thousands enjoy the thrilling races during Speedweeks 2025 in Daytona Beach.

Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

Two participants gathered on race day at Faithful Servant Mission's Run With a Mission race

FSM Run with a Mission

Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.

Run, have fun, and make a difference.

Saturday, March 1st, 2025

Attendees dress as different versions of a "Florida Man"

The Florida Man Games

Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.

Unleash your inner Florida Man at this outrageous competition.

Friday, March 7th, 2025

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

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.

The Caber Toss at the Celtic Games in St. Augustine

Celtic Music and Heritage Festival

Friday, Mar. 7 – Sunday, Mar. 9, 2025 | Times Vary

Featuring a St. Patrick's parade, two days of highland games, and Celtic music.

Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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

Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

A large American Flag, held by people in red shirts on the banks of a pond

Military Appreciation Day & Concert at THE PLAYERS 2025

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | Times Vary

THE PLAYERS Championship hosts an annual Military Appreciation Day.

Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Thursday, March 13th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Friday, March 14th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Saturday, March 15th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Sunday, March 16th, 2025

THE PLAYERS Championship

Tuesday, Mar. 11 - Sunday, Mar. 16, 2025 | Times Vary

Golf fans are invited to view the annual Players Championshp each March.

Saturday, March 22nd, 2025

Legs of a runner casting a shadow on the side of an empty street

Dash to the Dogs 5K

Saturday, Mar. 22, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Make a PAW-sitive impact on St. Johns County at this 5K fundraiser.

Friday, April 4th, 2025

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

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, April 5th, 2025

Run For Peace 5k

Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Race to make a difference and support victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

Saturday, April 12th, 2025

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

Sunday, April 27th, 2025

Runners at the Start of Race to the Taste in St. Augustine.

Race to the Taste 5k

Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.

Lace up your sneakers and savor every moment of this annual culinary 5K.

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

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

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, May 10th, 2025

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

Friday, June 6th, 2025

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

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, June 14th, 2025

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

Friday, July 4th, 2025

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

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, July 12th, 2025

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

Friday, August 1st, 2025

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

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, August 9th, 2025

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

Friday, September 5th, 2025

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

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, September 13th, 2025

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

Friday, October 3rd, 2025

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

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.

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