Can't-Miss Events
Find the Ancient City's latest and greatest events.
Throughout the year, St. Augustine hosts unforgettable festivals, live music, and cultural celebrations. Whether it’s a nationally recognized music festival, a holiday festivity, or an authentic reenactment, there's always something BIG happening in this tiny town. From art exhibits and live theater to historical events and culinary creations, our can't-miss events feature the best of the nation’s oldest city.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
Monster Truck Wars
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | Noon - 7:30 p.m.
Experience the thrill and high-flying excitment of massive trucks.
Saturday
Dec 5
Dec 5
St. Augustine Orchestra: Sounds of the Season
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
The St. Augustine Orchestra performs two holiday concerts at this local farm venue.
Sunday
Dec 6
Dec 6
Bed & Breakfasts Holiday Tour
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
St. Augustine Historic Inns are again hosting this favorite holiday tour.
Sunday
Dec 6
Dec 6
North Florida Women's Chorale Holiday Concert
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
This annual holiday concert includes their popular audience sing-along.
Monday
Dec 7
Dec 7
David Nail & Will Hoge at the Waterworks
Monday, Dec. 7, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Two acclaimed singers and songwriters bring their songs and talents to St. Augustine.
Wednesday
Dec 9
Dec 9
Jim Norton
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
A multi-talented comedian celebrated for his boundary-pushing cringe humor and black comedy.
Thursday
Dec 10
Dec 10
Pecha Kucha: Good Grief
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Spend an evening listening to presentations about a universal human experience.
Friday
Dec 11
Dec 11
Luxury Coach & Lights Tour
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
A night of shopping, sipping, and holiday shimmer.
Saturday
Dec 12
Dec 12
Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead
Select Days from Saturday, Dec. 12 - Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2026 | 4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
A seasonal event with a skating rink, reindeer games, and Santa's workshop.
Saturday
Dec 12
Dec 12
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
Dec 13
Dec 13
Dan Tyminski at the Waterworks
Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
This songwriter and Grammy-winning bluegrass artist performs solo.
Tuesday
Dec 15
Dec 15
Night Market at the 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.
Tuesday
Dec 15
Dec 15
Holiday Pops with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2026 | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy popular and traditional holiday songs, and sing along with some of them.
Thursday
Dec 17
Dec 17
Venardos Circus, "Alice"
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026 - Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027 | See Times Below
Follow Alice through the looking glass during this family-friendly circus.
Friday
Dec 18
Dec 18
The Nutcracker Ballet 2026
Friday, Dec. 18 - Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 | Times Vary
St. Augustine Ballet presents four performances of this classic production.
Saturday
Dec 19
Dec 19
Nights of Lights Under the Sea
Saturdays, Dec. 19, 2026 - Jan. 2, 2027 | 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Christmas Florida-style, with a snorkeling Santa and his mermaids.
Saturday
Dec 19
Dec 19
St. Augustine Community Chorus
Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 19 & 20, 2026 | Times Vary
The community chorus presents their annual holiday concert.
Saturday
Dec 19
Dec 19
Santa's Silent Disco at Ancient City Farmstead
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
A late night event featuring holiday music and Christmas cheer.
Thursday
Dec 24
Dec 24
Christmas Eve and Day Dining, 2026
Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25, 2026
Find places in St. Augustine to enjoy dinner on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
Thursday
Dec 31
Dec 31
New Year's Eve Dining 2026
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026 - Friday, Jan. 1, 2027
Join the party at these St. Augustine restaurants and bars.
Thursday
Dec 31
Dec 31
First Coast Opera: The Elixir of Love
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026 & Saturday, Jan. 2, 2027 | Times Vary
Celebrate the New Year with Donizetti's opera, "The Elixir of Love."
Thursday
Dec 31
Dec 31
Light Up the Night! New Year's Eve Beach Fireworks Show
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026 | 8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ring in the new year with St. Augustine Beach fireworks.
Wednesday
Jan 6
Jan 6
17th Annual St. Augustine Film Festival
Wednesday - Sunday, Jan. 6 - 10, 2027 | Times and Locations Vary
See more than 40 films over four days during this annual festival.
Saturday
Jan 9
Jan 9
2027 Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show
Saturday, Jan. 9, 2027 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy live music, classic cars, great food, and family fun.
Wednesday
Jan 13
Jan 13
Judy Collins
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2027 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Captivating audiences with a timeless voice and trailblazing artistry.
Saturday
Jan 16
Jan 16
New York Philharmonic String Quartet
Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027 | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
EMMA hosts four principal musicians from the New York Philharmonic.
Sunday
Jan 17
Jan 17
CPS Chowder Festival
Sunday, January 17, 2027 | 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Some of St. Augustine's favorite restaurants offer chowder for tastings.
Thursday
Jan 28
Jan 28
Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife
Friday - Sunday, Jan. 28 - 31, 2027 | Times Vary
Beverage tastings and southern cuisine to raise awareness for coastal wildlife.
Tuesday
Feb 2
Feb 2
Over the Rhine
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2027 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
A singer-songwriter duo praised for their smash hit "Ohio."
Friday
Feb 19
Feb 19
Twin Peaks
Friday, Feb. 19, 2027 | 7:10 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Original cast members reunite to deliver behind-the-scenes accounts from the iconic show.
Editor's Note: We encourage you to verify event times and details with the organizers, as they may change.
