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Free Things to Do

Find fun things to do that don't cost anything.

St. Augustine has free things to do for all ages, including attractions, museums, and parks. If you're traveling on a budget, you can enjoy some of these free activities and see St. Augustine while saving money. From educational and historical attractions, to recreational parks, St. Augustine provides lots of free family fun.

Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Three original oil paintings by Koo Hon, Horse Stable, Isabella, and Meyer Lemon

Koo Hon: Whispers of the Earth

Thursday, Apr. 16 - Friday, May 29 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Koo Hon's art captures her Malaysian heritage and experiences on this continent.

The prow of a yellow kayak in a placid river near St. Augustine

Military Veteran Kayaking - Nocatee

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Explore nature with a guided kayak tour for military veterans.

A cardboard British soldier from the Revolutionary War guards the entry to this exhibit

Florida at War: St. Augustine in the American Revolution

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Learn about St. Augustine during the Revolutionary War.

A piece of artwork from Susanne Schuenke's collection, "Entanglements"

Susanne Schuenke Presents "Layers of Art"

Thursday, Apr. 23 - Thursday, Jun. 18, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An art display incorporating surrealism and abstract elements.

A view of the main exhibit space in the Govornor House, showing the Wild Waters exhibit

Wild Waters: Rivers, Lakes, Wetlands, and Coast

Friday, Sep. 12, 2025 - Aug. 30, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

View iconic Florida landscapes on loan from U.F.'s Vickers Collection.

Two yellow butterflies gently hovering over sunlit, golden grasses

STAAA: Here & There Art Exhibit

Tuesday - Sunday, May 1 - 31, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See the world through the eyes of talented artists.

A display of wine and cheese, with an author inset in the upper left

Romanza: Shelly Marsh, Author—Wine and Cheese Event

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy wine, cheese, and an author's discussion on her nearby inspirations.

A section of a painting by Susan Schwartz, showing one of the top towers of the Lightner

Lightner Museum, Exhibit Opening: "A Moment in Time"

Thursday, Mar. 19 - Tues, July 14, 2026 | 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Celebrating the country's 250th, with this special exhibit of Florida art.

Singer Mama Blue, in a green dress performing outside under lantern lights

Romanza Festivale: Mama Blue in the Plaza

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Bring your chair and listen to Mama Blue as the sun sets.

Friday, May 15th, 2026

Three original oil paintings by Koo Hon, Horse Stable, Isabella, and Meyer Lemon

Koo Hon: Whispers of the Earth

Thursday, Apr. 16 - Friday, May 29 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Koo Hon's art captures her Malaysian heritage and experiences on this continent.

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