Locals Month — FREE admission & discounts in September!
Parade at Limelight Theatre
September 1-4: Parade is on stage August 5 through September 4, each Thursday through Sunday, at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., uptown St. Augustine. In 1913, Leo Frank, a Brooklyn-raised Jew living in Georgia, is put on trial for the murder of thirteen-year-old Mary Phagan, a factory worker under his employ. Already guilty in the eyes of everyone around him, a sensationalist publisher and a janitor’s false testimony seal Leo’s fate. His only defenders are a governor with a conscience and, eventually, his assimilated Southern wife who finds the strength and love to become his greatest champion. For tickets, visit limelight-theatre.org or call the box office at 904-825-1164.
Concerts in the Plaza (Free City Concerts)
September 1 and September 8: The City of St. Augustine hosts Concerts in the Plaza, St. Augustine’s —free summer-long music series, from June 2-September 1. Concerts are held at 7 p.m. every Thursday. For complete information visit www.CityStAug.com/Concerts
Jaws in IMAX
September 1-8: Spielberg Summer continues in IMAX! See Jaws on the big screen for the first time. Showing daily at 4 and 7 p.m. September 1-8. at World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater – One World Golf Place, St. Augustine. When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) offer to help Brody capture the killer beast, and the trio engage in an epic battle of man vs. nature. Tickets are $14 Adults; $13 Students/Seniors/Military; and $11 Children 3-12. TICKETS: www.worldgolfimax.com
First Friday Art Walk
September 2: View new exhibits in galleries from 5-8 p.m. on the first Friday of each month during First Friday Art Walk, hosted by Art Galleries of St. Augustine. Admission is FREE and complimentary trolleys are available along with route. Learn more at www.staaa.org/art-galleries-of-st-augustine
St. Augustine Art Association Fall Members Show
September 2-October 2: This bi-annual art exhibition features works in varying subjects, styles, and mediums from drawings and paintings, sculptures, photography, and more! Every piece on display was created by artist members of the St. Augustine Art Association and shows the diversity and talent of St. Augustine’s local artists. The exhibit is open during regular gallery hours, Tuesdays through Sunday, 1-4 p.m. 22 Marine St. www.staaa.org
Founder’s Day — celebrating St. Augustine’s 457th Anniversary!
September 3: St. Augustine, Florida was founded on September 8, 1565. With the help of dedicated historical reenactors whose members dress in full, traditional Spanish garb, visitors can experience that very special day, starting with the reenactment of the landing, complete with chalupa boats, as Menendez and his crew step foot on the grounds of the Mission Nombre de Dios. After the Mass held at the Rustic Altar, the celebration continues with a grand procession, cannon and musket salutes and a Thanksgiving meal on the grounds of the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, the site of the first Spanish settlement.
SCHEDULE
Music & Art by the Sea (Free Beach Concerts)
September 7-21: The 20th annual Music by the Sea concert series ran May 25-June 29 and picked back up Aug. 17-Sept. 21 each Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The FREE concert series features 12 bands playing a wide variety of music including jazz, blues, classic rock, 80s, pop, disco and Americana. This annual series is hosted by the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association. Bring beach chairs, coolers, and arrive early to grab your spot. Learn more at sabca.org/music-by-the-sea
September 7: Ramona & The Riot Jazz & Big Island Bowls
September 14: Those Guys & Heart & Soul Food Truck
September 21: Music by the Sea All Star Jam & African Love Kitchen
The Waterworks events
The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Avenue, is located next to the Main Library. Find details about the events below at www.historiccoastculture.com/?s=The+Waterworks
- September 8 at 7 PM: St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society presents Lee Weaver in his play “The Secret”
- September 15 from 1-2 PM: Mystery Authors Panel — Friends of the Main Library is pleased to present a panel of four mystery authors to discuss their writing and the sub-genre of mystery books.
- September 20 from 1-2 PM: EMMA Concert Association presents Words and Music with Peter and Patricia DeWitt
- October 7-9 and October 14-16: A Classic Theatre, Inc. will present A Lifespan of a Fact
- October 22 at 7 PM: Live from The Waterworks: A Gamble Rogers Concert Series with Ruth Wyand opening for headliner Doyle Dykes — benefitting the Gamble Rogers Music Festival
- October 27 from 4:30-6:30 PM: Join the Main Library at The Waterworks for a fun Halloween Carnival for kids of all ages. This year’s event will feature games, crafts, treats, and more for kids of all ages. Come show off your costume and join the fun!
- October 30 from 2-5 PM: Ancient City Poets will host the Frightful Family Fun Fest – October Open Mic, a spirted gather closing out the Ghost of St. Augustine’s Past celebration.
Sing Out Loud Festival
September 9-30: St. Johns County’s Month of Music continues to grow as Sing Out Loud Festival adds more artists and venues to the festival lineup. In 2022, The event has partnered with the St. Augustine Songwriters Festival, bringing even more talented artists to St. Augustine venues! This FREE event features more than 100 free and ticketed performances at various venues throughout St. Johns County. More details at singoutloudflorida.com
The Queen’s Cartoonists: Live music + Cartoons
September 10: EMMA Concert Association hosts The Queen’s Cartoonists on Saturday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada Street, downtown St. Augustine. Six amazing musicians from Queens, New York bring music from classic cartoons and contemporary animation, synchronized to video projections of the original films. The Queen’s Cartoonists leads the audience through a world of virtuosic musicianship, multi-instrumental mayhem, and comedy. Tickets include free parking at the St. Johns County Council on Aging with a complimentary shuttle to and from the venue! TICKETS: emmaconcerts.com/event/the-queens-cartoonists/
Kickball Tournament in Memory of Tonya Kuc
September 10: Friends of Tonya Kuc are planning a Kickball Tournament in her memory that will benefit the suicide prevention program of EPIC Behavioral Healthcare. September is National Suicide Prevention Month and the Kickball Tournament will take place on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ron Parker Park, 607 Old Beach Road, St. Augustine Beach. The tournament will be a family event with multiple games throughout the day, the Jimmy Hula’s food truck, and a kids’ area. In addition to registration fees benefiting EPIC, kids will be selling hand-made dog treats, jewelry, and other items to raise money for SAFE Pet Rescue, an organization that was important to Tonya. Register here.
Full Moon Luau at the St. Augustine Beach Pier
September 10: Close out the summer at the Harvest Full Moon Luau! Music by Prince Pele’s Polynesian Revue will offer traditional songs and dances plus a spell binding Samoan Sword Fire Dance. Local artisans will be on hand offering one-of-a-kind goods and tasty treats. The festivities are from 6-9 p.m. at St. Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.www.staugbch.com/events/page/sab-events
International Dance Festival
September 11: Saint Augustine Ballet will host the International Dance Festival from September 9-11. The event features a wide variety of dance styles taught by dance instructors from throughout the United States, Germany, Cuba, and other areas around the globe. Master Classes are offered September 9-11 in Flamenco, Bollywood, Contemporary, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Modern, Ballet, and Jazz. A closing Gala Performance will take place on Sunday, September 11 at 2 p.m. in Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College. Students can register for the classes at saintaugustineballet.org, email info@saintaugustineballet.com or call 904-810-5670. For the Gala Performance on September 11, tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students/children. Tickets for the gala performance are available at www.saintaugustineballet.org
Sundays at Stetson’s — Beluthahatchee Park
September 11: Presented by The Stetson Kennedy Foundation and St. Johns County Parks, this monthly folk music concert series features artists who reflect the values, spirit, and goals of Stetson Kennedy. Shows are from 2-4 p.m. and admission is a suggested donation of $20 per person. All proceeds go to help support the Sundays at Stetsons concert series. Tours of Beluthahatchee (Stetson’s cottage) may be available. Registration required, and space is limited. Beluthahatchee Park, 1501 SR 13 N., Fruit Cove. [email protected] or www.facebook.com/SundaysAtStetsons
St. Augustine Film Society Eco Cinema: Endangered Mermaids
September 13: St. Augustine Film Society is partnering with Beaches Go Green to present Endangered Mermaids, the story of the Florida Manatee, a marine mammal struggling against extinction, and the people who are devoted to keeping them alive. This event is free. Gates open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. at the St. Augustine Yacht Club, 422 Ocean Vista Ave., St. Augustine. www.beachesgogreen.org/event-type/ecocinema
Cafe Eleven: Fall + Winter Concerts
September-December: Cafe Eleven features regional and national recording artists in an intimate listening room at St. Augustine Beach! See the concert lineup below. GET TICKETS: originalcafe11.com
Ancient City Con
September 16-18: Stranger Things is the theme this year for Ancient City Con, taking place September 16-18 at the World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine, 500 South Legacy Trail, St. Augustine. Tickets and details at www.AncientCityCon.com/tickets
Estuary Fest 2022
September 17: Celebrate National Estuaries Week at theGTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach. FREE fun and games while learning about our beautiful estuary. This is a family-friendly event with activities, art, music, food, and prizes. Complete the Scavenger Hunt and receive a bag of cool goodies. (Available to the first 50 families to complete the scavenger hunt.) Bring some cash for food trucks, raffles, and great vendors. Free parking and admission at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center and Guana Dam during the event. For more information, visit www.GTMNERR.org or contact the Friends at [email protected]
Vilano Beach Market Walk
September 17: The Vilano Beach Market Walk takes place from 4-8 p.m. along the sidewalks near the Vilano Beach Pier. Local artisan-made items, plants, home décor, datil pepper sauces, and much more. Free parking and admission. Vilano Beach Pier area, 259 Vilano Road.
Huguenot Cemetery Guided Tours
September 17: Tour the first cemetery in St. Augustine dedicated for Anglo-American civilians. The Huguenot Cemetery was a Protestant burial ground from 1821-1884. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged. Tours are from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 3 Cordova St., St. Augustine 904-829-6451 www.memorialpcusa.org/visitors/huguenot-cemetery
Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tours
September 17: Tour the oldest extant planned cemetery in Florida with burials from the First Spanish Period, 1565-1763. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged. Tours are from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 14 Cordova St., St. Augustine 904-257-3273 www.tolomatocemetery.com
EMMA Words & Music: Peter and Patricia DeWitt
September 20: This FREE event presented by EMMA Concert Association will take place from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, September 20 at The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine. Peter and Patricia DeWitt will perform on recorders, viola da gamba, and harpsichord. These instruments were used both in the Renaissance, encompassing most of the 15th and 16th centuries in Europe, and in the Baroque, encompassing the 17th and part of the 18th centuries. In the Renaissance, vocal music was predominant, including sacred motets and masses and secular madrigals and chansons. Instrumental music at that time was either patterned after vocal models or was developed from the dance. In the Baroque, instrumental music became more independent, taking on distinctive forms of its own. We will illustrate these trends using music by such composers as Isaac, Senfl, Ortiz, Cabezon, and the ever popular Anonymous from the Renaissance and Frescobaldi, Scarlatti, Bach and Handel from the Baroque. The Waterworks is available through the generosity of the City of St. Augustine and the St. Johns Cultural Council.
West King Wednesdays
September 21: Every third Wednesday of the month, small businesses of West Augustine collaborate to share the community and culture of West King Street businesses. Live music, artists, and more are showcased from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. West King Street, St. Augustine.
EPIC Recovery Fair
September 24: September is National Recovery Month and in honor of those in recovery and/or working on their recovery (mental health and/or substance use), EPIC Behavioral Healthcare will be hosting the 2nd Annual “Recovery Fair” on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on the grounds of the St. Johns County Health & Human Services Building (200 San Sebastian View). The Recovery Fair will feature carnival-like games and activities for children and adults as well as behavioral health organizations providing resource information. Additionally, there will be a Memorial Wall, food trucks (including Mayday Ice Cream and I Love Pierogi), live music, and free t-shirts while they last. Visit www.epicbh.org/recovery-fair or call 904-829-3295.
Jerk & Curry Festival
September 24: The Jerk & Curry Festival will take place on Saturday, September 24 from 2-10 p.m. at Francis Field. Caribbean heritage in music, food, and art will be featured at this family-friendly event. Don’t miss the Jerk Chicken Cook-off, the Pepper Eating Contest, and LIMBO! Hosted by Professor Nuts, live music includes the Innercircle Band, Talmagilla, Round Head, Everton Blender, Pato Banton, Anthony B, Ikal and others. Admission is $20 per person. Tickets are available on eventbrite. Call 904-713-5111 or 904-698-1830 for more information.
Pumpkin Festival at Wesley Wells Farms
September 24: Tickets are available for the Pumpkin Festival + Handmade Market on September 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wesley Wells Farms, 2680 Ada Arnold Road, St. Augustine. This local farms grows a wide variety of pumpkins, along with veggies, fruits and flowers. See the huge vendor list in the eventbrite link. Tickets & Details on eventbrite here.
St. Augustine Record Fair (vinyl event)
September 25: The St. Augustine Record Fair returns to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. This event is a free, family-friendly event that is open to the public. Music lovers and collectors are invited to shop thousands of music-related items including new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, posters, turntable equipment and supplies, memorabilia, collectibles and more. The event is from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-209-0367 www.theamp.com
Backyard Southern Series — Fundraiser for Fostering Connections
September 26: We Feed, Inc. presents Break My Soul: Backyard Southern Feast, a fundraiser & awareness dinner for Fostering Connections, a local nonprofit. Tickets are $100 and include dinner, live entertainment and an open bar. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. September 26 at Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine, 4730 US 1 South, St. Augustine. TICKETS: www.eventbrite.com/e/break-my-soul-backyard-southern-feast-tickets-395287514597
Big Fish at Limelight Theatre
September 30-October 30: Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest…and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him—most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, and $22 for students. Performances run Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. TICKETS: www.limelight-theatre.org
Mortality & Mourning: Candlelight Tours at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
September 30-October 29: The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street, will host Mortality and Mourning — A Century of Death! This special tour runs September 30 through October 29, at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30 p.m. on select nights. Enjoy a guided spooky candlelight tour through the 223-year-old historic house museum and learn about the ways St. Augustine townsfolk of the 1800’s practiced medicine and mourning rituals from Spanish-American last rites, Victorian Spiritualism, to Afro-Caribbean practices. Learn how illnesses were treated with at-home remedies from our colonial garden and original 1798 kitchen. This is a family-friendly nighttime activity for anyone looking to get into the Halloween spirit! RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/222344523924150 Learn more about this circa 1798 museum at ximenezfatiohouse.org
The Maze at Sykes Family Farms
October 1-30: Nine acres of a local farm becomes The Maze each year — with live music, the maze, games such as a corn cannon, live animals and more at 5995 Brough Road in Elkton, just off State Road 207.
From the website: With over 50 years of farming experience, Sykes Family Farms continues to grow. Providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition that they can look forward to each Fall. Since 2010, Sykes Family Farms has been providing folks of all ages with “Agritainment”! You may wonder what this means… We combine a 9-acre corn maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns. Mix it all together and you have “Agritainment!” TICKETS & DETAILS: www.sycofarms.com
Pink up the Pace 5K Run/Walk
October 1: Pink Up The Pace is more than a race. Funds raised help serve local breast cancer patients. The organization aims to have a positive impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer in St. Augustine and the surrounding areas. Pink Up The Pace raises money to assist the uninsured and underinsured in the early detection of breast cancer and increase public awareness of the importance of early detection and provide support to survivors and their families. Visit www.pinkupthepace.com
Historic Floridians event at the Ximenez-Fatio House
October 1: University of Western Florida professor Margo Stringfield will present a program at 4 p.m. October 1 at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street. This event event will focus on Floridians of days gone by … What was is like as pioneers in a strange country? How did these early settlers deal with death and morning far from home? Stringfield is also an archaeologist, author and a Dame (The Ximenez-Fatio House is owned by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of Florida, since 1939). She has studied about different groups and cultures that have made Florida the cultural melting pot that it is today. Admission is FREE. Call 904-829-3575 or learn more at ximenezfatiohouse.org
Fall Lecture Series: “Uncovering Black Society in 19th Century Florida”
October 3-24: RSVP for the Sally A. Kellogg Lecture Series, “Uncovering Black Society in 19th Century Florida” — available from the comfort of your own space on zoom, all taking place at 7 p.m. on select dates in October 2022. See dates and details below. RSVP here: www.ximenezfatiohouse.org/kelloggpromo
- October 3: Dr. Jane Landers – The Spanish Period and an overview of Black Society in 19th Century Florida
- October 10: Ms. Alcione Amos – The Life of Luis Fatio Pacheco, 1800-1895, the “Accidental” Black Seminole
- October 17: Dr. Anthony Dixon – “Maroon Communities” – An overview of Black Seminoles and the impact of the Seminole Wars on Florida
- October 24: Mr. James Bullock and Ms. Charmin Russell – Cultural cooking in 19th Century Florida
Bon Appetit! by First Coast Opera
October 7-8: BON APPETIT! An operetta about Julia Child, with servings of chocolate cake … Join First Coast Opera for dinner and a show to open the 23rd Season — October 7-8 from 5-9 p.m. at Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S, St. Augustine Beach. The Dinner-Opera event is catered by La Cocina International restaurant, featuring performances of Bizet’s comic Le Docteur Miracle and Lee Hoiby’s operatic depiction of Julia Child making a chocolate cake in Bon Appetit! The night will include a special treat from Crème de la Cocoa! TICKETS: www.firstcoastopera.com
“Murder in St. Augustine” Elizabeth Randall Talk & Book Signing
October 8: True Crime author Elizabeth Randell will give a talk about “Murder in St. Augustine: The Mysterious Death of Althalia Ponsell Lindsley” at 4 p.m. October 8 at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street. The murder remains unsolved. Discover the details of the murder that took place in historic St. Augustine, learn about the investigation, and who may have committed the crime — through research done by the author. The author will sign copies of the book, along with additional titles, “Women in White” and “Haunted St. Augustine and St. Johns County.” Call 904-829-3575 or visit ximenezfatiohouse.org
Gamble Rogers Gala
October 8: The First Annual Gamble Rogers Gala will take place on October 8, 2022 from 6-9 pm at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center. The event will feature live music by Medicine Springs — Lon and Lis Williamson, Scott Anderson, Gabe Valla, and Christian Ward. The benefit event will also feature a live and silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and a raffle. Tickets are $25 per guest and will benefit the nonprofit Gamble Rogers Music Festival. TICKETS: www.gamblerogersfest.org
Rhythm & Ribs Festival
October 14-16: The Rhythm & Ribs Festival will take place October 14-16 at Francis Field in downtown St. Augustine, Florida with the headliner to be announced soon. Live music, award-winning BBQ pit masters, artisans, a kids zone, and other activities will be part of this event, hosted by the St Augustine Sunrise Rotary. Proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. Purchase tickets in advance at rhythmandribs.net
EMMA Words & Music: Backintyme
October 18: This FREE event presented by EMMA Concert Association will take place from 1-2 p.m. October 18 at The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine. Backintyme makes history come alive! Musicians don period dress to perform stories of the 19th century. Each performance piece consists of an anecdote drawn from historical research, interwoven with a related song of the time. Music by composers Stephen Collins Foster, James Bland, George Root, Fanny Crosby, Henry Clay Work and others will be featured. Members include Tim Martin on musical saw, Frank and Mary Lee Sweet on banjo and bones, and Martha Hotz on violin. The Waterworks is available through the generosity of the City of St. Augustine and the St. Johns Cultural Council.
Ancient City Kids Day
October 22: The 26th annual Ancient City Kids Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 at Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Drive, downtown St. Augustine. Coordinated by EPIC and brought to the community by a committee of children organizations, Ancient City Kids Day is a day of fun-filled activities for children and families. The event is FREE for the public, and will include over 40 youth service agencies offering carnival style games and activities, arts and crafts, contests for kids, and live entertainment all day. Information about community resources will be available for parents. There will be free t-shirts/goody bags for kids while they last. The only cost to the public will be for food or drinks. The event is a community outreach for Epic Behavioral Healthcare of St. Augustine. Visit epicbh.org
Live From The Waterworks: A Gamble Rogers Concert Series
October 22: The Gamble Rogers Music Festival has partnered with the St. Johns Cultural Council to present “Live from The Waterworks: A Gamble Rogers Concert Series.” Celebrate the legendary recording artist Gamble Rogers whose balladry and storytelling shaped American folk music. On the third Saturday of each month, a local musician will open for a nationally known act at The Waterworks (184 San Marco Avenue), built in 1898 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On October 22, Ruth Wyand Music opens for Doyle Dykes at the inaugural concert. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Only 100 seats are available for this very special performance. The ticket fee will go to the nonprofit Gamble Rogers Music Festival. TICKETS: gamblerogerfest.org
SAVE THE DATES
Jail Break 5K
St. Benedict Blues Festival
October 28-30: The St. Benedict Blues Festival will take place on the grounds of Saint Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, 86 M L King Jr Ave., in the historic Lincolnville area of downtown St. Augustine. Hours are 4-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28-29; and 12 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. Admission is $5 and includes parking. Food such as New Orlean’s gumbo, pulled pork, ribs, and desserts will be offered. Beverages include water, soda, and beer from Ancient City Brewing. Bring lawn chairs for seating. All proceeds go toward the Catholic Mission Rectory Fund. Visit saintbensbluesfest.com
Trick-or-Treating at the Ximenez-Fatio House
October 29: A free community trick-or-treating event will take place from 1-4 p.m. at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street. Children can come dressed in costume and trick-or-treat for candy at every door of this 2-story historic house. Other activities include make your own candy apple, games, crafts, and more. Admission is free. Call 904-829-3575 or visit ximenezfatiohouse.org
Trick-or-Treating on Saint George Street
October 30: Each Halloween, Ancient City Tours hosts an event for the whole family in historic downtown St. Augustine. This year, St. George Street Trick-or-Treating will be from 2L30 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2022. With this free event, children can trick-or-treat at businesses in the north St. George Street area, which is a pedestrian mall. More than 300 shops, boutiques and bistros will participate in handing out candy for the event. Participating businesses will be marked with orange and black balloons in their entryway. This popular annual event has traditionally been coupled with a costume contest at Ancient City Tours. This year, organizers have opted for a virtual costume contest where participants can submit photos online throughout the month of October. (Big kids, little kids and kids at heart are all welcome! We welcome well behaved, leashed dogs too. We encourage humans and pets to be in costume and take part in the FUN) Visit ancientcitytours.net
Whiskey, Wine, and Wildlife
November 4-6: Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife comes to Vilano Beach for a three-day event November 4-6, 2022. Great spirits and wine tastings are artfully combined with inspired cuisine from some of the South’s best chefs and local culinary superstars, with a chance to safely experience coastal wildlife up close. The weekend’s events will raise funds and awareness for Vilano Beach Main Street and the GTM Reserve’s research and education programs. Experts will be on-hand to showcase fun, interactive programs with coastal wildlife, from sea turtles to alligators. Visitwhiskeywineandwildlife.com
Nights of Lights
November 19-January 31: The 29th annual Nights of Lights opens on Saturday, Nov. 19 during Light-Up Night, an event that includes live music in the Plaza de la Constitucion, between King Street and Cathedral Place in downtown St. Augustine. Light-Up Night is Saturday, November 19 with music starting at 5:30 p.m., and the lighting ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. Each year, former St. Augustine mayors gather to flip the switch during Light Up Night. The City of St. Augustine’s giant tree in the Plaza de la Constitucion is lit first, then all the lights come on surrounding the area. Many families start the holiday season with this tradition — going to dinner downtown and and then watching as the lights are turned on. Nights of Lights, which includes more than 3 million lights on city buildings and businesses, continues through Jan. 31, 2020. Visit nightsoflights.com
ONGOING EVENTS
Oldest House Museum Complex
Daily: Tour the oldest house in Florida and other historic buildings at the Oldest House Museum Complex, 14 St. Francis Street, downtown St. Augustine. This museum and grounds is maintained by the St. Augustine Historical Society. Visit staughs.com to learn more.
Kayaking St. Augustine
Daily: Experience the beautiful aquatic landscape of St Augustine! Kayaking St. Augustine provides Eco and History Kayak Tours and Stand Up Paddle tours. SUP lessons and kayak/SUP rentals also are available and can be delivered to any boat ramp in the St Augustine area. Delivery fees may apply. Reservations are required. Guides are CPR certified and all equipment is Coast Guard certified. Call 904-315-8442 or visit kayakingstaugustine.com
Madness + Malice True Crime Tour
Every Wednesday-Friday: The Madness + Malice True Crime Tour is a new tour for mature audiences was developed with the help of a retired law enforcement professional — giving a gripping, gritty, and accurate insight into some of St. Augustine’s chilling crimes and murders! Book your adventure at anightamongghosts.com
St. Augustine Scavenger Hunts
Thursday-Sunday each week: Search for clues and solve puzzles with your very own group of family and/or friends on a St. Augustine Scavenger Hunt with The 13 Keys Scavenger and Mystery — and find 13 locations throughout the nation’s oldest city. Choose from a History Hunt, Haunted Hunt, or a Lovely Hunt and have a blast learning more about St. Augustine while exploring. Details at the13keys.com
Candle-Making at WhichCraft Candle Parlor
Thursday-Sunday each week: The WhichCraft Candle Parlor, located at 76 Spanish Street in downtown St. Augustine, offers soy wax candle-making sessions, complete with participants creating their own custom-fragranced candles, and learning to wick and pour the wax. Book online at whichcraftcandlebars.com
Ghost Walks & Paranormal Investigations
Thursday-Sunday each week: Real haunts. Real history. Real paranormal. A Night Among Ghosts is a fully investigative experience combining a captivating mix of deep rooted, researched histories and amazing haunted locations in St. Augustine, Florida. Group will reach beyond the history, as they attempt to communicate with those on the other side — utilizing intuitive techniques, Victorian Spiritualism practices, and modern paranormal equipment. Details at anightamongghosts.com
Old Town Cycle Cruise
Thursday-Sunday each week: See St. Augustine from the water on this boat cruise that allows passengers to cycle their way from Vilano Beach to the historic downtown bayfront and beyond. For those who don’t want to cycle, just choose your favorite songs and BYOB! This cycle cruise becomes for adults only at night and is the perfect way to see Nights of Lights. Details at oldtowncyclecruise.com
Classic Movie Night at Lions & Lanterns
Every Friday: Classic Movie Nights are held at 8:30 p.m. every Friday in the beautiful garden at Lions and Lanterns, a bed and breakfast inn located at 34 Saragossa Street, in downtown St. Augustine. Beer and popcorn is available. Please bring chairs for seating. Visit lionsandlanterns.com
Magic Hideaway — 2-hour magic experience at Casa Monica Hotel
Every Saturday: Magic Hideaway, a boutique two-hour magic experience, is offered by Magician Bill Abbott each Saturday evening at the iconic Casa Monica Resort & Spa. Once guests have arrived at the Casa Monica, they choose from a menu of complimentary magic-themed welcome cocktails to enjoy in the opulent Cobalt Lounge with exclusive access to the VIP area where Bill Abbott will entertain with pre-show sleight of hand magic before everyone is ushered by House Manager Rebecca Abbott into the Magic Hideaway showroom. Styled after a vintage jazz club, the showroom is a 22-seat venue featuring glowing crystal balls, Moroccan chandelier, majestic palms, and carefully-arranged seating so everyone is within touching distance of the magic. Once the house lights dim, Bill Abbott takes the stage to perform one of the most intimate magic shows in the world featuring interactive, mind-bending illusions. Tickets and additional info are available at magichideaway.com
Live music at O.C. White’s Seafood & Spirits
Every Monday and Wednesay-Sunday: O.C. White’s Seafood & Spirits, 118 Avenida Menendez, features a great lineup of talented local musicians each week, performing on the beautiful outdoor patio area! Free parking is available in a lot across the street while you dine.
Monday: Bill Sabo
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