Ancient City Baptist Church will host the Lawson Ensemble for an afternoon of chamber music as part of St. Augustine's Romanza Festivale.

Romanza Festivale 2025

Celebrate music, art, literature, theatre, and dance for two weeks in the spring.

The Romanza Festivale of Music and the Arts presents two weeks of historical, cultural, and creative events celebrating music, art, literature, theater, and dance in St. Augustine. In May, the nation’s oldest city is jam-packed with art, performances, and historic tours—all in honor of St. Augustine’s historical and cultural heritage. "Romanza" means romance, and every year the Romanza Festivale falls in love with the local arts community. In 2025, most Romanza events occur between May 2 and May 18.

  • Violinst Luca Ciarla gesturing with his bow, on stage in front of a yellow background
  • Eleven members of Voices of Jacksonville, wearing bright red and black, arrayed around their director
  • Five improvisers pause before performing
  • Members of the Con Brio String Quartet, stand holding their instruments on a white stage
  • The Dance Company of St. Augustine performs as part of Romanza.
  • collage of inmage of four performing groups in Romanza Collage
  • A group of singers on stage with music folders, performing
  • Three members of Astralis Chamber Ensemble, standing under a white gate and pergola in a garden
  • The composer faces the St. Augustine Community Chorus as they perform in the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
  • Mama Blue performs at Romanza in St. Augustine.
  • A Flamenco dancer performs at Romanza in St. Augustine.
  • Duo Beaux Arts, Duo Formosa and other musicians will perform works by amateur composer and Romanza President Albert Syeles.
  • Dennis Fermin performs at Romanza in St. Augustine.
  • Sam Pacetti will perform as part of Romanza's "A Little Night Music" free concert series.
  • The Romanza Festivale grand finale will feature favorites from old and new Broadway musicals.
  • The early music ensemble Raresong will perform at Ancient City Baptist Church as part of St. Augustine's Romanza Festivale.
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Celebrate Music, Art, Dance, & Theatre

From small drum circles to crowd-pleasing concerts at Flagler College, these two weeks are packed with events celebrating artists of every kind—from plein air painting to world-renowned jazz performances. Check the Romanza Festivale Calendar to find the events that speak to the artist in you.

Upcoming Romanza Events

All Romanza events in May, 2025

Romanza Festivale presents more than 25 performances and shows, all concentrated within 15 days in May, and most at no cost to the public. This two-week celebration brings globally acclaimed performers to St. Augustine while highlighting local theatrical productions and art shows, and promoting local artists and musicians to a wider audience. Check this space for the current year's events.

A painter capturing the iconic architecture of St. Augustine during a Plain-Air Paint Out art event
Wednesday
Apr 23

Plein Air Paint Out

Wednesday, Apr. 23 - Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | Times and Locations Vary

Watch — or participate in — the artistic magic of the "plein air" painting event.

The Radzinski Garden at the Lightner Museum
Friday
Apr 25

Paint & Picnic

Friday, Apr. 25, 2025 | 12:30 p.m.

Watch plein air artists paint as you picnic in the Radzinski Family Garden.

The Adventures in Plein Air exhibit will showcase work from the St. Augustine Art Association's 6th Annual Plein Air Paint Out.
Saturday
Apr 26

Live Plein Air Painting Demo

Saturday, Apr. 26, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Join Plein Air Judge, Steven Walker, for a live painting demonstration.

The 5th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out will culminate in an art exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association May 7, 2021.
Sunday
Apr 27

Plein Air Pop-up Exhibit

Sunday, Apr. 27, 2025 | Noon to 6:30 p.m.

Discover stunning works from the 2025 Plein Air Paint Out.

Three rows of the Key of Seas student choir at Flagler College
Friday
May 2

Romanza: Key of Seas

Friday, May 2, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Romanza 2025 opens with Flagler College's Key of Seas vocal ensemble.

A living room sofa, covered with pillows, and lit by the sun
Friday
May 2

A Classic Theatre: The Foreigner

Fridays - Sundays, May 2 - 11, 2025 | Times Vary

An award-winning comedy that's frequently produced by college and local theaters.

What is Romanza Festivale?

Two weeks of arts, entertainment, and exhibits, celebrating the creators among us.

Sponsored in part by Florida Arts and Culture, St. Johns Cultural Council, St. Johns County Tourist Development Council, and the St. Augustine Celtic Music and Heritage Festival, Romanza honors the cultural heritage of all those who have lived here. A select few events, including the Celtic Music and Heritage Festival, occur outside these two weeks in May.

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Come for Romanza Festivale and Stay for the Rest of St. Augustine

St. Augustine offers food, fun, and festivities for the whole family.

Dine out before or after a Romanza event. Find local musicians and listen in their natural habitat (aka bar or restaurant). Visit some of the many historical properties in the area. Have fun at one of our local attractions. St. Augustine is a perfect place to enjoy for a day, a long weekend, or a two-week vacation.