St. Augustine Guest Houses

PAL Military Appreciation Day 2018
2018-12-01 | Participating St. Augustine Venues
For the 61st year in a row, local attractions are teaming up with the USO to offer free admission to all active-duty servicemen and their families. Free lunch is provided by the St. Augustine Elks Lodge from 10:30am-3pm. The participating attractions this year include the Castillo de San Marcos, Colonial Quarter, Flagler Legacy Tours, Marineland Dolphin Adventure, Old Town Trolley Tours, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, Spanish Military Hospital Museum, and many more! A full list of attractions can be found online.

Nights of Lights
2018-12-01, 2018-12-02, 2018-12-03, 2018-12-04, 2018-12-05, 2018-12-06, 2018-12-07, 2018-12-08 | Downtown St. Augustine, 29 West Castillo Drive, St. Augustine
It draws thousands of people to the city every year, but even as a local, Nights of Lights is not something you want to miss out on. Light up night happens on November 17 with music in the Plaza de la Constitucion and the proverbial “flipping of the switch” by city officials. Any spot downtown will give you a beautiful view of the sudden illumination of 2 million white lights

Old City Farmer’s Market
2018-12-01 08:30 - 12:30, 2018-12-06 08:30 - 12:30, 2018-12-08 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Visit the Old City Farmers Market for fresh produce, baked goods, hand-crafted items and plants directly from the producers. There’s even fresh seafood in season. The farmers market is always a lot of fun for the whole family with live entertainment and much more. The Old City Farmers Market takes place every Saturday morning at the St. Augustine Amphitheater on A1A South in St. Augustine. 8:30am to 12:30pm on Saturdays, Admission is Free.
www.staugustinefm.com

Amphitheatre Farmers Market
2018-12-01 08:30 - 12:30, 2018-12-08 08:30 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Join the Amphitheatre every Saturday morning under the oaks out front for a gathering of St. Augustine’s finest growers, artisans, and artists. For twenty years this community event has brought together the region’s finest fresh food, prepared goods, and fine art. Come get your groceries and gifts, grab a bite to eat or drink, and stay for a while to enjoy some old-time music from the Free Rangers.

64th Annual Christmas Parade
2018-12-01 09:00 | Downtown St. Augustine, 29 West Castillo Drive, St. Augustine
St. Augustine’s 64th Annual Christmas Parade ushers in the holiday season with floats, festive decorations and plenty of fun. Lots of local organizations participate in this event, making it one of the largest parades in Northeast Florida. Holiday season decorations adorn all the entries, from floats to marching bands to antique cars and horses and carriages. Even Santa joins in the spectacle, as visitors and locals alike come down to the historic district to watch the procession. The parade begins at the Mission Nombre de Dios and ends at the Castillo de San Marcos.

Guided Exploration Hike at GTM Research Reserve
2018-12-01 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra
On the first Saturday of every month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts a Guided Exploration Hike, where guests can learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula, as well as the natural biodiversity of the Reserve.
A GTM naturalist leads the hike and talks about the peninsula’s 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples made use of the estuarine resources, what European plantation life was like, and current efforts to save those resources.
The hike is free, but there is a $3 parking fee.

Colonial Night Watch
2018-12-01 09:00 - 20:00 | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
The St. Augustine Garrison, The Colonial Quarter and the Castillo de San Marcos present The Colonial Night Watch – a beloved annual event recreating the historic night watches of garrison towns. The all-day event will begin with a flag-raising ceremony at the Castillo de San Marcos then continues with reenactors at the Colonial Quarter showing audiences what life was like for these Spanish, French, British and Native American people. The event is free and open to the public. A full schedule of events can be found on the website below.

Salt Air Farmers Market
2018-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Salt Air Farmers Market, 101 Tolstoy Lane, Marineland, 32080
This is a frendly market along A1A in Marineland with fresh seafood, local produce, sauces & dips, honey, empanadas, artisan bread & pastries, local artists and more. This is every Sunday 10-2:00.

Little Lightners – Animal Exploration, ABC
2018-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Come join us Sunday, December 2nd at 10 am or 1 pm for Animal Exploration, ABC, a program for children ages 3 – 6, and their caregiver. Explore the Science and Technology gallery with a Lightner Educator, searching for animals in the collection. Some animals will be easy to find, others might be hidden in plain sight! After the exploration, use your creativity to make your own unique animal to take home. The class will meet in the Lightner Lobby before heading into the museum. The program will last 45 minutes. Guests are encouraged to stay after the program for our daily Music Demonstrations, occurring at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Program times: 10 am or 1 pm. Program admission is free. Registration through ShowClix is required, space is limited. Register at: https://www.showclix.com/event/little-lightners-abc-program
Entrance to the Museum is free for St. John’s County residents on Sundays.

Farmer’s Market at the Pier
2018-12-05 08:00 - 12:00 | St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Shop and support local vendors every Wednesday at the St. Johns County Pier Park on St. Augustine Beach, featuring baked goods, hand-made gifts, jewelry and home décor.
The Market is sponsored by the Saint Augustine Beach Civic Association. Anywhere from 60 to 80 vendors participate each Wednesday morning year round from 8 AM until 12:30 PM. Vendors, most local and others from as far away as Orlando, Florida display an array of produce, prepared foods, local seafood, art, crafts, jewelry and fair trade goods. Vendors & artists provide a wide variety of goods with a heavy emphasis on home grown, hand picked, and hand crafted items that are unique. It’s shopping in the most beautiful setting in the world. Join the fun and shop local… shop Florida at The Wednesday Market
www.thecivicassociation.org

Everyone Can Conserve: Whales and Dolphins
2018-12-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Solomon Calhoun Center, 1300 Duval Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas Research Reserve is partnering with St. Johns County Parks and Recreation to bring the local community into the conservation conversation. This family-friendly program will focus on whales and dolphins — a variety of species of which can be found in Florida. This is your chance to learn more about these incredible creatures and how to protect them. The program is free, but reservations are required. Light refreshments will be provided.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2018-12-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Let your littles explore the library and be captivated by creative storytelling. Toddler storytime is held in the large meeting room at Main Library. Join Mr. Andy and Mrs. Marcia for singing, dancing and great stories. Toddler storytime is aimed at children ages 1-3, but all are welcome to come and join in the fun. Free.
Every Thursday, 11am, 11:30am

Marlene’s Senior Stretching
2018-12-06 12:30 - 13:30 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
According to the National Institute of Health, only 30% of people ages 45-64 say they engage in regular physical activity, and only 15% of people ages 64-74 do the same. If you’re not in the right percentage now, there’s no more excuses. Come to the Main Library every Thursday at 12:30 for free flexibility exercises tailored to senior citizens. These stretching exercises will help your freedom of movement for tasks such as tying your shoes or looking over your shoulder when you back your car out of a parking spot.
Instructor Marlene is 75 years young and leads these classes as much for her benefit as for yours! No registration required. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water. Call the Main Library at 904.827.6940 for more information.

First Friday Garden Walk
2018-12-07 10:00 - 10:45 | Washington Oaks Garden State Park, 6400 N Oceanshore Blvd.,, FL
On the first Friday of every month, take a peaceful and pleasant walk through Washington Oaks State Park. The 45-minute walk is led by a park ranger and introduces guests to the history and variety of the beautiful formal gardens nestled within the maritime hammock at this unique state park.
Regular park entrance fees apply of $5 per vehicle with up to eight people, $4 for single-occupant vehicles, and $2 for pedestrians/bicyclists.

Adult Craft: Holiday Cork Ornaments
2018-12-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2018-12-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us Friday, December 7th @ 10 am or 11 am for this fun holiday adult craft program! Choose from five holiday ornament cork designs including Santa, Angel, Owl, Snowman and Mouse. Reserve your space at one of these two programs now!
Please call the Main Library at 904.827.6940 if you have any questions. Craft supplies provided by the Friends of the Main Library St. Augustine.

Small Treasures
2018-12-07 11:00 - 2018-12-31 17:00 | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
Butterfield Garage Is hosting A Small Treasures Show during the month of December. An opening Reception will be during First Friday Art Walk, December 7.
The 30 plus artists in the gallery will have smaller works of original art on display, many created specifically for this event. These unique pieces make art collecting and giving affordable, and supports our local artists.
Butterfield artists produce an eclectic mix of baskets, pottery, paintings, photography, jewelry, printmaking and more. The works will be on display the entire month of December, the gallery is open everyday from 11-5pm

First Friday Art Walk
2018-12-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown St. Augustine, 29 West Castillo Drive, St. Augustine
On the first Friday of every month, St. Augustine’s art galleries welcome visitors to browse the latest art exhibits and enjoy refreshments and live entertainment at some 30 participating galleries. Galleries will set out food and wine as many artists are on hand to discuss their work. Explore contemporary and traditional in oils, pastels, sculpture, wood, and more from artists locally and across the country.
Rain or shine, the event takes place on the first Friday of every month from 5-9pm. Galleries are open throughout downtown and even onto Anastasia Island.
Old Town Trolleys and Ripley’s Sightseeing Trains provide complimentary shuttle service to most of the galleries, including the galleries on St. Augustine Beach.

Family Seining
2018-12-08 09:00 | Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States
On the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts classes for the whole family to learn how to use seine nets to collect various fish and crab species. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake, collecting species of fish, crabs and more, and then learn about the animals and their roles in the habitat. The free event is led by a naturalist and all necessary gear is provided. Registration via the website is required.
