Family fun activities at the Colonial Quarter

Family Fun

Your family's adventure starts here.

Get ready for an unforgettable family journey in St. Augustine, where history, nature, and fun come together to create endless family fun. Whether your family loves exploring ancient forts, discovering marine life, or enjoying hands-on exhibits, there’s something here for kids (and grown-ups) of all ages to enjoy. Every day in St. Augustine promises new and exciting ways to create memories that will last a lifetime. Explore our family-friendly activities and start creating tomorrow’s memories today.

  • Interacting with the dolphins at Marineland.
  • a family on the beach
  • Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos
  • Three generations enjoying the waterway in St. Augustine aboard a rented pontoon boat
  • Visitors shopping from local vendors at Surf Stop
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Big Smiles, Bigger Adventures

The nation’s oldest city comes alive for the entire family. Whether you're strolling historic St. George Street, setting sail on swashbuckling adventures, or exploring zoological parks and recreation areas, St. Augustine offers fun for all ages. From boat tours and playgrounds to alligator farms and interactive museums, there’s always something exciting waiting for your family to discover.

Featured Things to Do

Looking for the perfect way to round out your family’s stay? There are so many kid-friendly things to do in St. Augustine! From outdoor adventures to hands-on historical experiences, these featured attractions showcase just a glimpse of the excitement that awaits. Explore these family-friendly attractions, and kid-focused activities, that make our city a must-visit destination for families of all sizes.

Fun Kid-Friendly Things to Do

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Family Fun for Everyone

Activities & attractions for kids.

The Florida Agricultural Museum offers a look at rural Florida in the 19th and early 20th centuries near St. Augustine, FL.

Florida Agricultural Museum

(386) 446-7630

7900 Old Kings Road

See and experience a Florida farm at this living history museum in Flagler County.

A shark on a big movie screen with a theater full of moviegoers

Imax Theater

(904) 940-4133

One World Golf Place

This theater has the largest screen in North Florida.

Kid-Friendly Events

Four young women at the Brave Summit.
Today
Mar 26

The Brave Summit 2025

Wednesday, Mar. 26, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Educating local youth about mental health and wellness.

Runners at the start of the Vilano Bridge 5K in St. Augustine.
Saturday
Mar 29

Vilano Bridge 5K & 10K

Saturday, Mar. 29, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.

Enjoy the city and waterway views while running across the Vilano Bridge.

A wide path among the plants at St. Johns Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
Saturday
Mar 29

Spring Fling and Plant Sale

Saturday, Mar. 29, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visit the St. Johns Botanical Garden for tours, talks, and live music.

Cannon Firing at the Castillo de San Marcos
Saturday
Mar 29

Weekend Cannon Firing

Saturdays and Sundays | 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

Be a part of history at the Castillo de San Marcos every weekend.

Events & Festivals

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Museums & Exhibits

Learning has never been so fun.

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Zoos & Parks

Get the kids outside.

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This skimboarder, in a lime green shirt, catches a wave on Vilano Beach

Sun, Sand, & Smiles

Let's get sandy in St. Augustine.

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St. Augustine Surf School offers summer camps for teenagers.

For Teens

Fun finds for teens to enjoy.

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Kids getting ready for the trot and walk event

Free Fun

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