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Discover the up and coming hot spots, emerging events, and local happenings. Find out where the locals go -- and why. The town is filled with artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and other creatives who are opening new businesses and hosting new events. Experience the town from a local perspective whether visiting the beaches, historic downtown or beyond with tastings, farmers markets, music events, and even farm fun.

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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

A child's hand coloring a picture

St. Augustine Art Assoc: Summer Art Camp

Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Fundamental art camps for children of various ages.

A beach sunset oil painting by Julianna O'Hara

Julianna O'Hara Presents "Still Life Paintings"

Friday, May 23, 2025 - Friday, July 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An oil paintings showcase with fine art and intimist themes.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Florida's Flora and Fauna Paintings"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida/Georgia coast through artwork.

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

A child's hand coloring a picture

St. Augustine Art Assoc: Summer Art Camp

Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Fundamental art camps for children of various ages.

A beach sunset oil painting by Julianna O'Hara

Julianna O'Hara Presents "Still Life Paintings"

Friday, May 23, 2025 - Friday, July 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An oil paintings showcase with fine art and intimist themes.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Florida's Flora and Fauna Paintings"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida/Georgia coast through artwork.

A crowd listening to a duo in the Plaza

Concerts in the Plaza

Thursdays from May 29 - Aug. 28, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

This weekly free concert features local and regional bands and solo musicians.

Friday, July 11th, 2025

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Fridays throughout the year.

A child's hand coloring a picture

St. Augustine Art Assoc: Summer Art Camp

Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Fundamental art camps for children of various ages.

A beach sunset oil painting by Julianna O'Hara

Julianna O'Hara Presents "Still Life Paintings"

Friday, May 23, 2025 - Friday, July 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An oil paintings showcase with fine art and intimist themes.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Florida's Flora and Fauna Paintings"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida/Georgia coast through artwork.

Saturday, July 12th, 2025

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Saturdays throughout the year.

Runners compete in the scenic Bridge of Lions 5K in St. Augustine, Florida.

41st Anniversary Bridge of Lions 5K

Saturday, Jul. 12, 2025 | 7:30 a.m.

Race over the iconic Bridge of Lions to Anastasia Island.

Yoga students laying down in the grass

Yoga in the Garden

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

The Lightner Museum hosts yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden.

Visitors strolling through the local vendors tents

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy fresh local produce, handmade arts and crafts, and live entertainment.

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.

Drum Runner Series Barrel Racing

Select Saturdays, Jan. - Nov., 2025 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

These monthly equestrian competitions are free for spectators.

Numerous reenactor groups standing at City Gate in St. Augustine.

Historic Timeline Saunter

Select Saturdays Jun. - Aug. | 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Local members of the Historic Florida Militia march through historic downtown.

Sunday, July 13th, 2025

Live Music on Sundays

Every Sunday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Sundays throughout the year.

A yoga class in session on the museum's lawn

Yoga on the Lawn

Every Wednesday & Sunday | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

The Ximenez-Fatio House hosts yoga in the museum's serene lawn.

The St. Augustine Farmers Market promo poster

Farmers Market at the Classic Car Museum

Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Support local businesses and farmers at this community event.

Monday, July 14th, 2025

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Mondays throughout the year.

A child's hand coloring a picture

St. Augustine Art Assoc: Summer Art Camp

Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Fundamental art camps for children of various ages.

A beach sunset oil painting by Julianna O'Hara

Julianna O'Hara Presents "Still Life Paintings"

Friday, May 23, 2025 - Friday, July 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An oil paintings showcase with fine art and intimist themes.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Florida's Flora and Fauna Paintings"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida/Georgia coast through artwork.

Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

A child's hand coloring a picture

St. Augustine Art Assoc: Summer Art Camp

Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Fundamental art camps for children of various ages.

A tropical bird painting by Sandra FitzSimmons

Sandra FitzSimmons Presents "Florida's Flora and Fauna Paintings"

Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 - Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating the natural beauty of the Florida/Georgia coast through artwork.

A beach sunset oil painting by Julianna O'Hara

Julianna O'Hara Presents "Still Life Paintings"

Friday, May 23, 2025 - Friday, July 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An oil paintings showcase with fine art and intimist themes.

A couple swing dancing

Swing Dancing at Arnold's Lounge

Every Tuesday | 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

"Cut a rug" in a fun, inclusive environment for all skill levels.

Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

Restaurants and bars that offer live music on Wednesdays throughout the year.

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