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Sunday, March 30th, 2025

Paul Ladnier's "Early Start" will be one of the artworks on display at the St. Augustine Art Association's Fall Members Show.

Spring Members Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Mar. 7 - 30, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Annual exhibit showcasing local and regional artists.

Artwork from the All County Middle School Art Show

15th Annual All-County Middle School Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Mar. 7 - 30, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Discover the future of St. Augustine art.

One man stands on stage at a podium, in a small, brick-walled venue, reading poetry

Ancient City Poets: Sunday Series

Last Sunday, Jan. 26 - Dec. 28, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Ancient City Poets celebrates Florida poets on eight afternoons in 2025.

Monday, March 31st, 2025

Live Music on Mondays

Every Monday

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

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Bandmates from The Cold Stares pose in front of a bar.

The Cold Stares At Cafe Eleven

Tuesday, Apr. 1, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Blending rock and blues while taking fans on an audio journey.

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

Live Music on Wednesdays

Every Wednesday

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

A wooded trug carried by a woman with filled with fresh herbs and fruits

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market

Every Wednesday | Times Vary

Find fresh, local foods, hand-crafted items, and more at this beachfront market.

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.

Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

Journal drawing of a caterpillar's development to a butterfly

Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve

First Thursday of the Month | 10:00 a.m. - noon

Connect with nature through journaling at the GTM Research Reserve.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: Sense and Sensibility

Thursday, Apr. 3 - Saturday, Apr. 19, 2025 | Times Vary

A "playful adaptation" of Jane Austen's novel set in early 1800s England.

Friday, April 4th, 2025

Live Music on Fridays

Every Friday

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

Bright pink flowers among greenery in the foreground with a pond and fountain in the background

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.

"Introspection" — an art piece by local High School student Kaitlyn

20th Annual All County High School Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 27, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the talent and creativity of our city's future artists.

"Left Behind" an art piece by Juliana Romnes

Miniature Marvels Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 27, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This juried exhibit features small wonders with big allure.

Art lovers browse the galleries on Aviles Street at the Friday Night Art Walk in St. Augustine, FL

First Friday Art Walk

First Friday of each month | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A monthly celebration of art throughout St. Augustine's galleries.

Cathedral Basilica in downtown St. Augustine

First Friday Art Walk Concert at Cathedral Basilica

First Friday of each month | 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

An organ recital on the first Friday of each month.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: Sense and Sensibility

Thursday, Apr. 3 - Saturday, Apr. 19, 2025 | Times Vary

A "playful adaptation" of Jane Austen's novel set in early 1800s England.

Saturday, April 5th, 2025

Live Music on Saturdays

Every Saturday

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

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.

SJC Exploration Hike in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Guided Exploration Hike

First Saturday of the Month | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Guests explore the flora and fauna of the Guana Peninsula.

Historic reenacts brings the 1740 Battle of Fort Mose to life during an all-day event in St. Augustine, FL.

Fort Mose Militia Muster & Training

First Saturday of the month except July | 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Experience authentic 18th-century weapons demonstrations.

"Left Behind" an art piece by Juliana Romnes

Miniature Marvels Art Exhibit

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 27, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This juried exhibit features small wonders with big allure.

"Introspection" — an art piece by local High School student Kaitlyn

20th Annual All County High School Art Show

Tuesdays - Sundays, Apr. 4 – 27, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the talent and creativity of our city's future artists.

Kids playing and searching during an Easter egg hunt

Easter Egg Hunts 2025

Select Days thru Apr. 19, 2025 | Times Vary

Parks, churches, and organizations host Easter egg hunts for kids.

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.

The exterior of Limelight Theatre, with sky blue paint and purple trim

Limelight Theatre: Sense and Sensibility

Thursday, Apr. 3 - Saturday, Apr. 19, 2025 | Times Vary

A "playful adaptation" of Jane Austen's novel set in early 1800s England.

Sunday, April 6th, 2025

Live Music on Sundays

Every Sunday

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

“Florida’s Fastest 10K Run” is hosted by the Nocatee community and benefits the Apryle Showers Foundation.

Apryle Showers 10K

Sunday, Apr. 6, 2025 | 7:30 a.m.

“Florida’s Fastest 10K Run” benefits the Apryle Showers Foundation.

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.

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