The Night Watchman 4D Ghost Tour
Daily: See America Tours offers The Night Watchman Ghost Tour, a walking tour in historic St. Augustine, Florida. The 4D Ghost Tour includes historically themed storytellers, diffraction glasses, sound effects and a souvenir sticker. Tours begin at 8 p.m. nightly. Learn more and get tickets at seeamericatours.net
Dark of the Moon Ghost Experience at the St. Augustine Lighthouse
Every Friday-Sunday and October 31: All Ghosts No Gimmicks! During this one-and-a-half-hour experience, hear the history and ghost stories of the people who have lived, worked, and visited the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Then, with only a glow stick lighting the way, have the opportunity to explore the haunted grounds and Lightkeepers’ House in the darkness. This is one of the only tours where guests can climb the lighthouse at night. Tickets & Details: staugustinelighthouse.org and click on Tickets
The Beetlejuice Pub Crawl with The Tasting Tours
October 20-November 2: Calling all Beetlejuice fans! Brace yourselves for a spine-tingling cocktail adventure like no other. Get ready to raise your spirits, dance with the dearly departed, and toast to the afterlife. TICKETS: thetastingtours.com
Witches Night Out Pub Crawl
October 24: Pub Crawl STA will host Witches Night Out on Thursday, October 24 in downtown St. Augustine locations – with a fun route in the nation’s oldest and most haunted city. Join in for a night of magic and mischief as we explore the haunted streets of St. Augustine! Each ticket sold helps us raise more money for Wigs for Kids! 👻💀🎃🧙♀️
Register here www.PubCrawlSTA.com
Mortality & Mourning Candlelight Tours at 226-year-old house
October 25-26: Mortality & Mourning Candlelight Tours return on Fridays and Saturdays, starting on September 27 and running until October 26. Join the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum by candlelight for a unique exploration of death and spiritualism practices from St. Augustine’s Second Spanish Colonial Era through its Victorian Era. This spooky, but family-friendly, tour guides visitors through the 226-year-old house museum in mourning, showcasing cultural practices and stories from Old St. Augustine. TICKETS: ximenezfatiohouse.org
The Pumpkin Church in downtown St. Augustine
October 4-Until the pumpkins are gone: First United Methodist Church, 118 King St., offers pumpkins of all sizes, available this month in downtown St. Augustine. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Prices range from 50 cents to $35
Marineland Monster Mash 2
October 25-26: Marineland Monster Mash 2 ticket discount … ONLY when you purchase in September! 20% off Monster Mash 2 tickets 🎟️ Use promo code MMASH20 HERE at https://marineland.net/monster-smash-halloween-at-marinelad/
This special Halloween event is ideal for ages 10+ and is rated PG. Please note that costumes are welcome, but a trick or treat trail is not included in this event.
The Maze at Sykes Family Farms
October 25-27: Nine acres of a local farm becomes The Maze each October at Sykes Family Farm — with live music, the maze, games such as a corn cannon, live animals, pumpkin painting, kids activities and more, located at 5995 Brough Road in Elkton, just off State Road 207. The event includes a 9-acre maze, farm animals, hayrides, children’s play area, pumpkin patch, food vendors, artisans and fall fun. Hours are 6 to 10 p.m. every Friday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Sunday. Advance tickets are available at www.sycofarms.com
The St. Augustine Greek Festival
DATE CHANGE! October 25-26 (originally Oct. 11-12) Escape to Greece during Greek Fest – Taverna Style at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. The annual St. Augustine Greek Fest is shaking things up during this year’s event to provide guests a truly authentic Greek experience. Greek Fest 2024 – Taverna Style will transport guests to a charming Greek restaurant. Reserve your space to enjoy an authentic lunch or dinner in the festive ambiance customary for Greek tavernas. On their trip during Greek Fest – Taverna Style, guests will enjoy an authentic sit-down, multi-course meal, Greek wine, the sounds of Greek music and traditional Greek folk dancing.
The event will feature three seatings:
- Friday, October 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Saturday, October 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
To see the full menu and make your reservation by purchasing tickets online, please visit staugustinegreekfestival.com
The Dracula Ballet
October 12-13: St. Augustine Ballet will stage The Dracula Ballet on October 11-12 at 7 p.m. in Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada St., downtown St. Augustine, Florida. The St. Augustine Ballet invites the community and its visitors to a new and thrilling Halloween tradition, The Dracula Ballet. The story is based on Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire. This dark tale of immortal Count will captivate you with the dancing, gothic sets and costumes. Youth and student discount available at checkout. Tickets and details at saintaugustineballet.org
Take Tellers of St. Augustine – Ghost Stories at the Beach
The Pumpkin Patch at Shores United Methodist Church
October 12-31: The Pumpkin Patch Crew will be selling Pumpkins at St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church located at 724 Shores Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL 32086. The pumpkins arrive on October 12 and will be available until October 31, 2024 (or until they sell out.) Hours are 2-6 p.m. on weekdays; 11 a.m. to 6p.m. Saturdays; and 12-6 p.m. Sundays.
Florida Bohemian Festival
October 13: Join natural-minded, spiritual and health & wellness businesses, vendors, artisans and more at the Florida Bohemian Festival from 12-6 p.m. Sunday, October 13 at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Rd N, in Palm Coast, Florida. Tickets are available on Evitebrite
St. Augustine Lighthouse celebrates 150 Years
October 14-18: The St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is celebrating 150 years of providing a welcoming beacon of light for the historic port of St. Augustine and its beautiful coastline. The tower’s massive lens was first lit on October 15, 1874 and a special 150th birthday celebration will take place this year on October 15. A kickoff celebration for a year-long anniversary is planned for Monday, October 14 through Friday, October 18, 2024.
Throughout the year, new learning activities, community events and commemorative store merchandise will be featured at the Lighthouse and Museum. Stay update at staugustinelighthouse.org
St. Benedict’s Blues Festival
October 18-20: St. Benedict’s Blues Festival takes place on the historic grounds of Saint Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, 86 MLK Avenue, in the Lincolnville area of downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Bring your own lawn chair and get ready for fun! Tickets & Details: http://stbensbluesfest.com/purchase-ticketsfood.html#/
FRIDAY, October 18
4- 6pm Ken Jensen Blues Ensemble
6-8pm Duffy Bishop Band
8-10pm JW Gilmore Blues Authority
SATURDAY, October 19
4-6pm Warehouse Blues
6-8pm Street Preacher
8-10pm Hitman Blues
SUNDAY, October 20
11AM Arla Mae Victory
11:30-12:30pm Americana Gospel
1-2:30pm Karina! (Karina Sax Music)
2:30pm Rick Spence Jazz Combo
Sheriff Hardwick’s Haunted Jail – Alien Invasion
October 25-26: St. Johns County Sheriff Hardwick’s Haunted House takes place from 6:30-10 p.m. October 18-19 and October 25-26 in the historic St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Jail Annex at 4025 Lewis Speedway St. Augustine. The indoor haunted house is NOT recommended for children under 10. PARENT OR ADULT GUARDIAN MUST ACCOMPANY YOUTH UNDER AGE 16! The outdoor event for all ages will feature a movie screen, trunk or treat area, games, photo booths, face painting, nail decorating, shirts, hats, fun food and drinks, spooky themed patrol cars and mingling characters for all ages. Get tickets HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sheriff-hardwicks-haunted-jail-presents-alien-invasion-tickets-1010799999007
St. Johns Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve First Anniversary Celebration
October 19-20: A one year anniversary celebration will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, October 19-20 at St. Johns Botanical Garden, 8310 County Road 13, in Hastings, Florida. On Saturday, enjoy bluegrass music with Brad Edwards on guitar from 1-3 p.m. On Sunday, see Mike Rossi’s Wild Wonders Animal Show from 1-2 p.m., and Palomino Blond will perform music from 2-4 p.m. Plein Air artists will be painting on the grounds throughout the weekend and other area vendors will be part of the event, including Jimmy’s BBQ and Mumbai Delights food trucks. Garden tours will take place throughout the day and visitors and welcome to wander the nature preserve on their own. The new Tiki Key, representing the Florida Keys, is now open! Learn more at stjohnsbotanicalgarden.org
Halloween Bash Under the Sea at the St. Augustine Aquarium
October 26: The Halloween Bash Under the Seas will take place from 5-8 p.m. October 19 and October 26 at the St. Augustine Aquarium, 2045 FL-16, St. Augustine. The event will feature Underwater Pumpkin Carving, Mermaids & Candy Chute, Halloween nature trail, cookie decorating, trick or treat stations, shark and ray feeding and other fun activities! Admission is $10 for age 12+; and $5 for children under 12. Call 904-429-9777 for reservations. Those who register and pay in advance will receive a free feeding activity!
Jail Break 5K
Cracker Day
Vilano Vibe-Rations
October 19: Vilano Beach Main Street will host Vilano Vibe-Rations from 11-6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 19 at Vilano Beachfront Park, 2725 Anahma Drive, St. Augustine, Florida — at the end of Vilano Road in Vilano Beach, next to the ocean. This music festival will feature local and regional musicians, food, vendors and good vibes. All proceeds will benefit the Vilano community. Find more details at vilanobeachfl.com
Shakespeare’s MacBeth with a Mean-Girl Twist
October 24-26: Apex Theatre Studio presents Erica Schmidt’s Mac Beth, a retelling of Shakespeare’s classic set amongst a group of schoolgirls performing the play as an after-school ritual that turns dark and bloody on October 24-26 in the black box theater at Apex Theatre Studio, located in World Golf Village. Originally produced by off-Broadway’s Red Bull Theatre company in 2019, Schmidt’s interpretation provides a fresh take on this tale of evil while keeping the original in text largely intact. The New York Times declared it “exuberant … an adaptation of the Shakespeare play that with its all-female cast becomes a raucous, sometimes impish, very dark-edged revel.” TICKETS: www.apextheatrejax.com/
Halloween Bash by Dr. Hadgis, Orthodontist
Trick-or-Treat and Harvest Festival at the Ximenez-Fatio House
October 26: The 4th annual Trick-or-Treat and Harvest Fest will take place from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, October 26 at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street, downtown St. Augustine. This must-attend community event features an afternoon of safe trick-or-treating fun, tours of our 225-year-old museum, contests, games, and fun for children of all ages. Costumes are not required but are heavily encouraged. All proceeds raised will go towards the preservation of our 2nd Spanish Period Coquina Museum. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
Ancient City Kids Day
Trick-or-Treating on Saint George Street
October 26: Trick-or-Treating will take place from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, October 26 at participating locations on Saint George Street in historic St. Augustine, Florida. This annual event is hosted by Ancient City Tours and the St. George Street Area Merchants. Children in costume are invited to trick or treat area businesses that have balloons or a welcome sign posted at the door. There will be a photographer at 12 St. George Street to capture the photos of all of the cute goblins, princes, princesses, and super heroes. Admission is free.
Peace in the Park & Bake Sale for Pie in the Sky
October 27: Join the annual Peace in the Park event and help create a giant human peace sign! A bake sale will be held to benefit Pie in the Sky, a nonprofit organizations that delivers food weekly to local senior citizens in St. Augustine and St. Johns County. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, October 27 at Eddie Vickers Park, 339 S Riberia St., in the Lincolnville are of downtown St. Augustine, Florida. The event will include live music, baked goods, community and a human peace sign that will be photographed by drone! More details about Pie in the Sky here: pieintheskystjohns.org
EMMA Concert Association 46th Season of Music & Dance
Live music, orchestras, quartets, quintets and symphony performances held in Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. All tickets include free parking at the St. Johns County Council on Aging, with complimentary shuttle to and from the venue. Details and tickets at emmaconcerts.com
- October 27: Boston Brass at 2 p.m.
- December 17: Gainesville Orchestra Holiday Pops at 7:30 p.m.
- January 19: Czech Philharmonic at 2 p.m.
- March 8: Swan Lake by Dance Alive National Ballet
- April 26: Ocala Symphony Orchestra
Trunk or Treat at Shores United Methodist Church
October 31: Truck or Treat from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, October 31 at St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Boulevard, St. Augustine, Florida. Bring little ones in costume with their treat bags to collect candy from decorated cars in the parking lot of the church. Free admission.
Whiskey, Wine and Wildlife
November 7-10: Cuisine and beverage tastings from some of the south’s best chefs and local culinary superstars – a 4-day event with multiple events November 7-10 in Vilano Beach venues. All details and tickets at whiskeywineandwildlife.com
- Nov. 7: Pesca by Michael ‘s W3 Wine Dinnern at Hyatt Place
- Nov. 8: Master Classes at Hyatt Place
- Nov. 9: Guided Tours through the GTM Reserve with Wine & Cheese Pairing
- Nov. 9: W3 Grand Tasting Block Party from 2-5 p.m. in Vilano Beach
- Nov. 10: Sunday Jazz Brunch at Hyatt Place with two seatings from 11-12;30 and 12:30-2
Nights of Pints
November 22-December 31: The 2023 Nights of Pints kicks off November 17 at three craft breweries in St. Augustine, Florida! The event coincides with Nights of Lights. Shirts are available through December 31. Beer cards are honored through December 31. Participants will be able to purchase a $35 shirt and punch card good for one free pint at participating breweries. This event benefits area nonprofits.
Ximenez-Fatio House Nights of Lights Holiday Art Tour
November 22-January 5: View artwork by area artists who have decorated 14 fireplaces at the circa 1798 Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, 20 Aviles Street, historic St. Augustine, Florida. This art exhibition is held during the Nights of Lights holiday season, with the 225-year-old history house decorated with holiday finery. The event is a collaboration with the St. Augustine Art Association. TICKETS: ximenezfatiohouse.org
Tours Monday-Saturday from 10 AM-5 PM
Nights of Lights
November 23-January 26: Nights of Lights begins November 23, 2024 and continues nightly through January 26, 2025. Nights of Lights has been listed among the top ten holiday light displays in the world by National Geographic, During this festival of lights, downtown St. Augustine glows with holiday magic – from the ground to the rooftops. St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights features millions of tiny white lights that create a magical atmosphere in the Nation’s Oldest City. Admission is free. Tour companies offer tours by trolley, boat, bus, golf cart and more. Details at nightsoflights.com
Old Town Trolley’s Nights of Lights Tour
November 24-January 26: In its 31st year, St. Augustine’s award-winning Nights of Lights is admired by a global audience and is well known as one of the “10 Best Holiday Lighting Displays in the World” by National Geographic Traveler. Take an Old Town Trolley Tour, complete with 3D glasses, to view the lights throughout St. Augustine, Florida. TICKETS: www.trolleytours.com/st-augustine/nights-of-lights
Ongoing events
Every Thursday: Country Night at The Colonial Oak Music Park, 21 St. George Street, in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Free admission. See the music lineup here: https://www.thecolonialoakmusicpark.com
First Friday Art Walk: Art galleries exhibit new artwork on the first Friday of each month from 5-9 p.m. More details here: https://www.staaa.org/art-galleries-of-st-augustine/
West King Wednesday: Held the every third Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., locally owned businesses along West King Street offer sales, live music, pop-ups, artisans and vendors, food and drink specials.
Uptown Block Party: The Uptown Block Party tokens place the last Thursday of each month from 5-9 p.m. along San Marco Avenue in uptown St. Augustine. Pop-up artisans, live music, art exhibits, tattoo, food and drink specials and more are featured each month. Learn more at stauguptown.com
Every Saturday evening: Magic Hideaway at Casa Monica Resort & Spa – Experience close-up magic by Magician Bill Abbott. Learn more at magichideaway.com
Farmers & Artisans Markets (Free Admission)
The Vilano Beach Market Walk takes place from 4-8 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month along the sidewalks of Vilano Road in Vilano Beach, Florida. Local artisan-made items, plants, home décor, datil pepper sauces, and much more. Free parking and admission. www.vilanobeachfl.com
The Feed Mill, 6400 County Road 214, St. Augustine, Florida — Farm store with local produce, meat, eggs, dairy, hay and feed for animals, and handcrafted pizzas and other food events. Hours: 9-5 Tuesday–Friday, 9–2 Saturday. Monthly Farm Market on select Sundays. Email thefeedmillstaug@gmail.com or call 904-484-8937
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market: Every Wednesday — Fresh produce, arts and crafts, and prepared food from local vendors is available from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. More than 40 vendors offer a variety of items including paintings, photography and jewelry.
St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market: Every Saturday — Find fresh produce, plants, bread, cheese, handmade products, fine art and crafts from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, just south of the lighthouse. Also at the market, art classes and live music. Free parking and admission.
Marineland Market at Ragga Surf Cafe: Dozens of vendors at the Marineland Market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month at Ragga Surf Cafe, 9650 N Oceanshore Blvd, in Marineland, Florida.
Nocatee Market: Third Saturday of the month — The Nocatee Farmers Market features more than 70 vendors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Saturday of the month in the Nocatee community. Free admission and parking in the Nocatee community (in Ponte Vedra Beach).
Palm Valley Market: Produce, micro-greens, bread, beef, shrimp, prepared meals, honey, tea, local artisans and other vendors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday at 148 Canal Blvd., in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. More details at palmvalleycommunity.org
The Mini Vintage Flea: St. Augustine’s only monthly vintage market hosted by Two Girls One Market from 6-9 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at Muggy’s Bar outdoor area, 213 West King St., in St. Augustine, Florida. Area and regional vintage vendors feature clothing, home goods, accessories, and other retro items. Two Girls One Market is comprised of Rosalie Cocci and Katie Vidal, both Flagler College graduates and well-known vintage vendors in St. Augustine.
Historic House Tours
- Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, circa 1798, located at 20 Aviles Street – Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Oldest House Museum Complex, featuring Florida’s oldest house circa 1702 and other historic houses, museum and grounds, 14 St. Francis Street – seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- 1876 Keepers’ House at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum – seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Peña-Peck House, circa 1750, Tours by donation Wednesday-Saturday at 12, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
- Villa Zorayda Museum, circa 1883, located at 83 King Street – Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Governor’s House, 48 King Street, the property was home to government offices since 1598 – free self-guided tours seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Oldest Wooden School House, circa late 1700s – open seven days a week, Sunday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Free Tastings
- San Sebastian Winery, 157 King St: Self-guided winery tours and wine tasting – Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Last tour and tasting begins at 5 p.m.
- St. Augustine Distillery, 112 Riberia St: Free self-guided tours and multiple spirit tastings seven days a week from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- City Gate Spirits, 11 Saint George Street: Free tastings of flavored spirits and moonshine — Monday-Thursday from 12- 7 p.m. and Friday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Sailbird Distilling Company, 228 West King St: Local small batch distillery, offering vodka, moonshine, rum, whiskey and gin. Free tastings during regular hours. 12-9 p.m. Wednesday & Thursday, 12-10 p.m. Friday & Saturday; and 12-9 p.m. Sunday.
