Bike MS: PGA Tour Cycle to the Shore
2019-11-24 07:30 (America/New_York) | Northeast Florida Regional Airport, 4900 US 1, St. Augustine, FL, 32095, United States
Bike MS: PGA TOUR Cycle to the Shore is one of nearly 80 rides across the country hosted by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year, more than 80,000 people are expected to participate in Bike MS nationwide. Cyclists will tour either from the Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine or Marineland to Daytona Beach and back, with multiple one- or two-day routes available that range from 36 to 100 miles on Day 1 and 36 to 60 miles on Day 2 –with rest stops, lunch stops, and safety provided by medical personnel, law enforcement, and motorcycle escorts.
Finishing with a celebration in Daytona Beach, this is sure to be a gorgeous ride for a fantastic cause. The fundraising minimum is $250. Race-day registration is $75.

Shut Up and Run 5K
2019-11-28 08:00 | Treaty Park, St. Augustine
The annual Shut Up and Run 5K is back again for its 17th year and will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28. Taking place in Treaty Park, this run is a lovely way to start your day this holiday season, and you’ll have the opportunity to take home a delicious Publix pie if you beat “The Pie Guy” to the finish line. So get your holiday started off on both feet this year and get running.
Registration:
Registration for this event is $25 per runner and $90 for a family of up to four runners. Pre-registrants will receive long-sleeved t-shirts on the day of the race.
All proceeds from this event will benefit the St. Francis House Homeless Shelter.

Island Prep’s Holiday Bazaar
2019-12-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Island Prep West, 150 Blackford Way, Saint Augustine, 32086
Island Prep’s Holiday Bazaar is a free family friendly public event! There will be holiday shopping, silent auctions, food trucks, and pictures with Santa! This event will be held on Sunday , December 1 from 12pm – 3pm.
Island Prep West is located at 150 Blackford Way, St. Augustine, FL 32086

A Christmas Carol starring Jason Woods
2019-12-05 20:00 | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
Jason Woods brings his inspiring tour de force performance of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall stage this December in a special one-night benefit performance for STAGE Fund. In the span of 90 minutes, Mr. Woods transforms into over 25 characters from the Dickens’ holiday classic as he describes every shadowy phantom, every mouth-watering morsel of Christmas dinner, and each tear of joy from this beloved tale.
General admission is $41.50.
Doors open at 7pm, the show begins at 8pm.

20th Annual Reindeer Run – Benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs
2019-12-07 08:00 - 09:00 | St. Augustine Civic Center, 10 South Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, 32084
Hosted By: The PLAYERS Championship Boys & Girls Club & Ancient City Road Runners
CALLING ALL RUNNERS!
A true one-mile run along the St. Augustine Christmas Parade route just before the parade begins is sure to provide large, cheering crowds as runners make their way to the finish line. Check the clock as you complete the race for your mile time!
All proceeds will go to support the youth of St. Augustine at the Boys & Girls Club.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
$10 per participant!
The first 120 registrants will receive a t-shirt, so register early! Day-of registration opens at 8:00 a.m. The race begins at 8:55 a.m.
START: Castillo Drive near Ripley’s Believe It or Not
END: On Cordova Street near Mojo’s BBQ
REGISTRATION: Lawn of St. Augustine Civic Center on parade route across from Ripley’s
AWARDS: Medal for Overall Male & Overall Female. Winners will be invited to ride in the parade following the Reindeer Run.
More information and runner registration: https://www.bgcnf.org/events/reindeerrun

Joy to the World: Messiah Favorites and Holiday Carols
2019-12-07 15:00 | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
The Friends of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall have partnered with the University of North Florida Chorale and Chamber Singers to present this year’s holiday concert, “Joy to the World: Messiah Favorites and Holiday Carols.” This event will include a performance with selections from Handel’s Messiah as well as famous Holiday Carols. Enjoy an afternoon of holiday cheer at this live music event. All proceeds from the events will benefit the UNF Music Department and the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Come join in the holiday celebration with these classic tunes!
Admission:
General admission tickets to this event are $20, day of show admission to this event is $25.

St. Augustine Winter Spectacular!
2019-12-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
You are invited to once again experience the magic and excitement of the holidays at the 7th annual St. Augustine Winter Spectacular! Directed by Stephanie Burkhardt, Executive Artistic Director of The Dance Company, this production will kick-off the holiday season in the nation’s oldest city. The performances will take place in the beautifully Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College amidst the Nights of Lights on Saturday, December 7th at 7pm and Sunday, December 8th at 2pm.
The show features different scenes that comprise a family-friendly, entertaining storyline that follows a young girl’s journey across the world during the holidays with a dance-based storyline including ballet, tap, jazz, modern, acrobatics, kickline, and musical theatre numbers. This original production will entertain all ages with its talented cast, dazzling costuming, and wide array of eye-catching scenery and quality entertainment.
Sponsorships are available as well as ticket purchase at the following link: www.staugustinewinterspectacular.com.

Holiday in the Gardens
2019-12-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Washington Oaks Garden State Park, 6400 N Oceanshore Blvd.,, FL
Take advantage of the crisp December air with a stroll through one of the area’s most charming state parks. Not only will the gardens be festively decorated, but the park will also be playing host to Mr. and Mrs. Claus as well as arts and crafts for the little ones and live entertainment all day. Bring the whole family along for some festive holiday fun and some beautiful Florida scenery.
Admission is free with the donation of toys or canned goods.

Santa Suits on the Loose 5k 2019
2019-12-14 08:00 - 10:00 | St. Augustine Beach Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, 32085
ST. AUGUSTINE YOUTH SERVICES (SAYS) is celebrating 30 years of serving children in St. Johns County! Help us continue our celebrations at the 8th Annual Santa Suits on the Loose 5k.
Santa Suits on the Loose 2019, will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 beginning and ending at the St. Augustine Beach Pier. There will be a choice of Santa Suit or Shirt to wear during the walk. 100 Santa Suits will be available.
SAYS, a non-proﬁt, shapes the future of Florida’s at-risk youth by providing coaching, counseling and care in family style therapeutic group homes and outpatient community services. Race proceeds, thanks to the help of many volunteers and sponsors, help us to provide therapeutic services and ‘normal’ life experiences for foster kids and youth with mental health diagnoses, especially during the holiday season.
Early Bird Price (Open Now!): $20
October 1st: $25
November 1st: $30
Packet Pickup & Race Day: $35

Willis Family Holiday Open House
2019-12-14 12:00 - 19:00 | Open House, 740 S. Heritage Creek Way, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Willis family will host their annual open house this holiday season allowing visitors to come through and view their home decorated with 30 themed trees and 15 themed wreaths as well as multiple festive displays. A K9s for Warriors puppy in training will be at the event from 2-4 and Santa is known to make an appearance.
Come by and enjoy some holiday spirit, beautiful decorations, and benefit a great cause!
Admission to the event is free, and donations are welcomed. 100% of the donations go to the K9s for Warriors program.

For more information, call (386-566-7040) or email debby339@hotmail.com

Youth Formal: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
2019-12-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Embassy Suites St. Augustine Beach, 300 A1A Beach Blvd, Saitn Augustine, 32080
St. Augustine’s first-ever Youth Formal Christmas event will take place this December, with the theme, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Hosted by Together Enhancing Ambition & Motivation Inc. – T.E.A.M Inc. this event will help raise money for scholarships and resources to put toward programs to launch for underprovided and at-risk youth. This event will include live entertainment, motivational speakers, a 3-course meal, short-film showings, prize drawings, and much more.
Tickets to this event are $15
If you would like to be a sponsor and a part of an inspiring event that will support the youth throughout St. Johns County or would like more information, please email TEAM.ing@yahoo.com

Santacon STA 2019
2019-12-21 14:00 - 22:00 | Dog Rose Brewing, 77 Bridge Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
What is it? SantaCon. It’s a convention of Santas – groups of men & women dressed as Santa – pub crawling for a cause!
Why? Because it’s fun & Santa is Jolly.
How? A big THANK YOU to our event sponsor, Uncorked Occasions!!
Hosts? Carice Parker & Lindsay Brown
Bonus? All funds raised will be donated to both SAYS St. Augustine Youth Services and Swamp Haven . So really- crawling for two causes!
To participate, it’s easy!
1. Purchase your $10 Ticket (reminder: all proceeds are donated)
2. Dress like Santa
3. Bring your friends!
At check in you will receive a wristband. This identifies you as a charitable Santa and allows you to enjoy the perks of being on Santa’s Nice List (aka drink specials at the participating bars).
Event check-in will begin on Saturday, December 21st at 2:00 PM. (Location will be announced at a later date!) If you’re unable to start at 2:00 PM with us, you can check-in at any of Santa’s Stops along the way.
2:00PM: Event Check-In at Santa’s 1st Stop:
Dog Rose Brewing Co.
Keep your eye out for Santa’s Official 2019 Route… it will be posted on the Santacon STA Facebook Page leading up to Santacon!
Participating bars and drink specials will be shared via our Facebook Event Page. www.facebook.com/santaconsta
**Event participants must be of legal drinking age (don’t forget your I.D., Santa). https://www.santacon.info/

Matanzas 5000 5K
2020-01-18 08:00 | Francis Field, W. Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join this 5k and run alongside the beautiful Matanzas River, through the ancient city and finish off at the Castillo de San Marcos. Proceeds from this event will benefit the cross country running programs at St. Johns County high schools, middle schools, as well as the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event and enjoy the beautiful scenery of our city. The annual Fun Run will also take place at 9:15am. This event is open to all ages, day of run admission is $35.

Life Half Marathon and 5K
2020-01-18 15:00 | Coventry Oaks Farm, 104 Springside Cutoff Road, Palatka, FL, 32177, United States
Join us for an afternoon run along the beautiful Palatka-to-Lake-Butler State Trail. Take part in either the half marathon or the 5k for a beautiful run at sunset alongside this newly paved trail. Proceeds from this race will benefit A Women’s Resource Center, (AWRC), an interdenominational evangelical ministry that serves women and men in unplanned pregnancies.
Race participants can expect a T-shirt, finisher’s medal, and post-race meal of 1/4 BBQ chicken/sides/drink.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Givers Gala
2020-01-24 18:00 | Casa Monica Resort & Spa, 95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084
Last year, the United Way hosted their second ever Givers Gala, celebrating the strong spirit and history of giving in St. Johns County. Now they’re back for the third year, hosting the 3nd Annual Givers Gala to honor the generous givers in the community and further the mission of the United Way. It’s sure to be an unforgettable, glamorous night with the generous donors and tireless workers of St. Augustine.
To purchase tickets to this event, click here.

SOUPer Bowl V
2020-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Allen D. Nease High School, 10550 Ray Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, 32081
Join Us at SOUPer Bowl V Featuring Tastings From Dozens of Popular Restaurants! A fundraiser to end hunger in St Johns County Schools.
Thousands of St. Johns County kids face hunger every day. SOUPer Bowl V and all-volunteer nonprofit Hugs Across the County hope you will join us in supporting food programs for St. Johns County kids. Dozens of popular restaurants will once again bring tastings of popular soups, chowders and stews to this always-fun community event. Your $25 ticket donation will go to food programs that benefit St. Johns County kids-in-need throughout the school year. Our website allows online donations as well, which will go directly to the purchase of much-needed non-perishable food items.

SOUPer Bowl V
2020-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Allen D. Nease High School, 10550 Ray Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, 32081
A fundraiser to end hunger in St Johns County Schools, SOUPer Bowl V features tastings from dozens of popular restaurants. Thousands of St. Johns County kids face hunger every day. SOUPer Bowl V and all-volunteer nonprofit Hugs Across the County hope you will join in supporting food programs for St. Johns County kids. Local restaurants will once again bring tastings of popular soups, chowders, and stews to this always-fun community event. Your $25 ticket donation will go to food programs that benefit St. Johns County kids-in-need throughout the school year. The website allows online donations as well, which will go directly to the purchase of much-needed non-perishable food items.

Conquer the Trails 5K
2020-02-01 08:30 - 12:00 | TrailMark Community, 805 TrailMark Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32092
Are you ready Conquer the Trails?? – this is a road race in the beautiful natural settings of the Trailmark Community
Join us for the 3rd Annual Conquer the Trails-5k race on February 1st
This professionally chip timed by Florida Race Day 5k race takes place in the scenic TrailMark Community Center at 805 Trailmark Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092 The race starts at 9 am. Packet pick up is at Trailmark’s amenity center race morning between 8:00 am – 8:45 am

Tips for Kids’ Sake
2020-02-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Participating Restaurants, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Good will and good food are back at this year’s Tips for Kids’ Sake event. Visit one of the participating restaurants and have a “celebrity waiter” wait on you and your donated tip will work to raise money for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County (BBBS). Enjoy dinner for a good cause at this community-wide event. Reservations for this event are highly encouraged, cost of admission is meal plus tip donation.
Participating Restaurants and Celebrity Waiters
Barnacle Bill’s St. Augustine
Ameris Bank – Polly Andrews, RuLanda Bryant, Julia Turner, Scott Bamford, Ariel Masters, Mike Whyard, Mike Jackson, Allison Ryan, Theresa Lennon, Sue Ferrell
The Black Molly Grill
1. Osceola Elementary – Tina Waldrop, Rebecca Keffer,
Erin Gregos, Amanda Baker, Lindsey Robertson, Bonny Furlong
2. The Bailey Group – Price Wheeler, Joanie Thornton, Jana Pearson, Donna Fogle
Blackfly The Restaurant
Paradise Title – Kim Collins, Christina Guyette, Kayla Matthews, Emily Daubenspeck
Bogey Grille
Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach– Jack Parker, Jessica Evans, Bethany Mathewsom, Billy Wagner, Beverly Flanagan, Michele McManamon
The Conch House Marina Resort
1. David Bradfield, Bert Tavary, Michael Versaggi
2. YPO – Tiffany & Chris Keelin, Jim Davis
The Corner Bar
Todd & Katherine Batenhorst, Jane & Joe Boles,
Tracy & Beth Upchurch, Bill & Susan Foody
Donovan’s Irish Pub
VyStar – Lori Brandel, Chad Cassady, Ashley Sisley, Stefanie Vargas
Wendy Boyer
Gas Full Service Restaurant
The Amp St. Augustine – Aubrey Mulligan, Loran Lueders, Dianya Markovits, Ryan Hall, Gabe Pellicer
Green Papaya Thai & Sushi Cuisine
Keller Williams – Frank Perez-Andreu, Yvon Halle, Trudy Padilla, Sherri Nelson, Julia Almstead, Lorri Manna
Gypsy Cab Co.
Sunrise Rotary – Carolyn Mudgette, Jake Parham, Stephanie Helburn, Tom LaFon, Karen Selig, Tresa Calfee, Wade Taylor
​ReMax – Molly Butler, Kim Devlin, Shelby Spinneweber, Kerrin Pennington
Hurricane Grill & Wings
STARS Physical & Occupational Therapy – Taylor Meredith, Andrew Schreiner, Anna Juwiak, Hyacinth Wallace, Tayler Adams, Thomas Olesko, Brianna Bean, Kasey Tiroff
Mango Mango’s Caribbean Grill
Dr. Richard Johnson, Dr. Jose Concha, Cory Caplinger
Mellow Mushroom
James McCune, Ginny & Andrew Morgan, John Westfield, Zach Alfant, John Regan, Leanna Freeman
MOJO Old City BBQ
1. Bridge City Co. – Britt Haslett, Kayla Bryant, Jenny Jones, Danielle McQuarry
2. Tamre & Gene Bennett, Sam & Kelly Thigpen
Ned’s Southside Kitchen
Katy Triay & Heather Cooper
O.C. White’s Seafood & Spirits
1. Limelight Theatre Guild – Gaye Farris, Linda Roberts, Sandy Maler, Linda Bond
2. EMMA Concert Association Guild – Fran Stanco, Ann Valdez, Judy Cowan, Cary Cowan
Playa Chacmool
Bill Miller
Prohibition Kitchen
CenterState Bank – Joy Gossett, Tammy Tackett, Wayne Stevens, Maks Levanovich, Dena Kapperman, Chris Kamienski, Ali Zwally, Merry Colee, Gini Solano, Heather Carre, Jim Roberti
Purple Olive
1. Justin Dolan, Doug Roddy
2. Funkytown Fitness – Heidi Pidcock & Beth Morucci
Raintree Restaurant
1. Shoemaker Law, PLLC – Brittany Fraser Keith, Alexine Windish, Terry Shoemaker, Heather Maltby
2. Palencia Pet Clinic – Dr. Deven King, Dr. Jacob Vencil, Dr. Jennifer Vencil, Nicholas Brass, Judy Wagner, Lynette Snell
The Reef Restaurant
1. Delroy Walwyn, Mikayla Wright, Adam Herrin, Greg Leithauser
2. Ringpower – Cliff Mills, Heidi DeRossett, Kevin Robbins
​3. Holly Sipprell, Steve Sipprell, Dana Mickler, Monique Garry
(with Alesha & Alicia)
Seafood Kitchen-St. Augustine
Ancient City Gymnastics – Coach Diane, Coach Andy, Valerie McQuaig
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Schooner’s Seafood House
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office – Chris Parker, Jim Priester, Heather Myers, James Desmond, Ramona Davis

Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show
2020-02-07 17:00 - 22:00, 2020-02-08 10:00 - 17:00 | St. Johns County Fairgrounds, 5840 S.R. 207, Elkton, FL, 32033, United States
Honoring James Wray, a beloved local personality who loved cars, BBQ, and helping others, this two day event will feature a Kids Cookoff & SCA Steak Cookoff, a BBQ Competition, Car Show, and Cornhole Competition. You’ll also find plenty of delicious food and fantastic music as well as a raffle, vendors, and a kids zone. The event will be open on Friday from 5-10pm and Saturday from 10am-5pm. Entrance to the event is free, so come out and support the legacy of a man who loved giving to his community.

Bahamian Family Fundraiser
2020-02-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The White Room, 1 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Attend this event for a great cause that is raising money to benefit four Bahamian families who lost their homes to Hurricane Dorian. This event will include a silent auction and live music as well as traditional Bahamian cuisine and delicious drinks. Tickets will include one drink and one meal. Attire is casual, island dress. Come on out and help us raise money for a great cause.
MUSIC BY SAILOR JANE AND THE SWELL ACOUSTICS
-Silent Auction
-Bahamian Cuisine (made fresh by our local Bahamian refugees)
-Conch salad made fresh on-site
-Island drinks featuring Gully Wash, Goombay Smash, and Kalik
Tickets are $20 and include 1 drink ticket and Bahamian cuisine.

Jacksonville Children’s Chorus Mardi Gras Party
2020-02-15 18:30 | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
Krewe Kaptain tickets include reserved table seating with table service, parking and champagne/wine (only ages 21+ up)
Jacksonville Children’s Chorus (JCC) partners with local businesses and music groups to host a Mardi Gras Party to benefit the JCC. The Mardi Gras Party will include a DJ, dancing, photo booth, prizes, Cajun-inspired food, desserts, and beverages. Silent and live auctions will also be held.
Guests will be dazzled throughout the night by performances by aerialist, and entertainment from Bittersweet Studios, Jacksonville’s premier adult vocal ensemble, Voices of Jacksonville, and The Chorus’ top performance group, the Touring Choir.
Darren Dailey, President and Executive Director of the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus said, “The success of last year’s event was beyond expectations! I am excited to bring this fun and eclectic party back to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall to celebrate our 25th Anniversary season. This event is not only on its way to becoming the area’s largest Mardi Gras party, but it goes to support the hundreds of local children that benefit from our programming every year, so I hope that the community joins us in celebrating and Laissez les bon temps rouler!”
The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus was founded in 1995 by then Jacksonville University President, Dr. Francis B. Kinne to fill a need for a children’s music program in Northeast Florida. Since its inception, the group has grown from 16 voices to serving nearly 1,000 young singers every year. Because music education is crucial to a child’s development, the JCC offers partial or full scholarship to any child who wishes to sing, regardless of the family’s ability to pay. The scholarship program is funded solely through donations and ensures diversity in membership. The JCC has developed into one of Jacksonville’s most important providers of music education, enriching the lives of singers and audiences across the region.

Island Prep Queen Of Hearts Gala Fundraiser
2020-02-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Embassy Suites St. Augustine Beach, 300 A1A Beach Blvd, Saitn Augustine, 32080
Dinner, Drinks and Music at this wonderful fundraiser for a local community school. Doors open at 7pm! Cocktail attire (bonus points if you wear black white or red to this ball!). Cash bar. All proceeds from the Gala will be used for growing this wonderful community school expansion to serve and ever increasing need for educational options to the families of St. Augustine. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please email islandprepPTO@gmail.com for more sponsorship info. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/island-prep-pto-queen-of-hearts-gala-tickets-81551423503?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Island Prep Elementary is a private education environment for children and families who value a whole child education, community leadership and responsibility, service to others and a respect and duty to the environment. Its education environment is one which adapts to the needs of each child by incorporating different teaching strategies and a hands on approach to learning. Please visit www.islandprep.com for more info on this amazing school.
Please note that Embassy Suites is valet only. Parking for the event is $15 or $28 for overnight.

Valentine Dance
2020-02-15 19:00 - 22:00 | The Deck at Push Push, 2820 Lewis Speedway, Saint Augustine, 32084
Whether you are single, taken, or *it’s complicated*, come join us in celebrating loving ourselves at The Valentine Dance!
About this Event
Sure, Valentine’s Day is focused on romantic relationships, but we’re ready to celebrate the most important relationship in your life — the one with yourself. Treat yourself to a night out with the Hennessys and DJ HU!
Hennessy Events is teaming up with Classic Blends to create a one-night-only Valentine Themed Pop-Up Bar at The Deck at Push Push Salon! We’ll have sweets, cocktail/beer/wine stations, photo stations for that perfect Insta pic, all while bumpin your favorite tunes.
Dress to impress: wear what you feel FAB-YOU-LOUS in (hello outfit that you’ve been dying to wear, but don’t know what to wear it to!!) and get ready to dance the night away.
We are proud to be serving Two Titmice Vodka, a small, local vodka company who donates $2 per bottle to patients battling Breast Cancer. Caitlin Daugherty, a local realtor at Endless Summer Realty, has donated her time to bar tend our event. All of the tips she makes at the dance will be donated to the Two Titmice Foundation. Soirees For Days Bus will have a Valentine Photo Booth set up with $5 prints, with partial proceeds being donated to the foundation as well. Proceeds will go directly to local patients who are battling breast cancer.
21+, Pre-sale tickets $35 (ticket prices will go up on February 1st)
Keep up with our Instagram to stay in the know!
@HennessyEvents
@ClassicBlends

St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival
2020-02-28 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-02-29 14:00 - 2020-03-01 17:00 | 74 King St. Saint Augustine, FL, 74 King St, St. Augustine, 32084
The St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival will kick off Friday evening on Feb. 28 with the Cava Reception and Wine Pairing Dinner at Flagler College’s Solarium. Guests will experience an elegant evening featuring a Spanish-inspired dinner with each course paired with fine Spanish wine. The St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival concludes on Saturday, Feb. 29 with the Grand Tasting at the Flagler College Markland House, Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, and Alumni House. At the Grand Tasting guests will be able to sample more than 100 authentic Spanish wines. Knowledgeable wine professionals will provide interesting information and answer any questions about the wines.

Chocolate and Beyond
2020-02-29 14:00 - 16:00 | First Coast Technical College, 2980 Collins Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Chocolate and Beyond, a celebration of chocolate, desserts, and other delectable culinary treats, will be held on Sat., Feb. 29 from 2 – 4 p.m. at First Coast Technical College, CHARACTER COUNTS! Conference Center in St. Augustine. Guests will enjoy tasty samples from some of the area’s finest restaurants and specialty shops. A silent auction and contests will also be part of this fun and exciting afternoon.
Hosted by TASK – Teacher’s Aid for Student Knowledge, proceeds from Chocolate and Beyond are utilized to recruit, train, and recognize RSVP senior volunteers in the St. Johns County School District and other locations around the county. Tickets ($20 for adults, $10 for all under 12 years of age) can be purchased at https://rsvpofstjohns.ticketleap.com/chocolate–beyond2020/, at Whetstone Chocolates (139 King Street and 13 Anastasia Blvd in St. Augustine), or by calling RSVP at (904) 547-3945. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Night Fest and the 38th annual Lighthouse 5K & Fun Run
2020-02-29 16:00 - 20:00 | St. Augustine Lighthouse, 81 Lighthouse Ave, St. Augustine
The 38th annual Lighthouse 5K and Fun Run will take place this year in conjunction with the annual Night Fest. Taking place this year on Saturday, February 29, this celebration is one you don’t want to miss.
The Night Fest is a community-wide gathering for everyone to enjoy, the lighthouse and museum will be free and open to the public from 4 to 8 pm, and all proceeds raised at the Night Fest will benefit the museum. While proceeds from the Lighthouse 5K and Fun Run will benefit numerous JSL service projects and provide financial support for local non-profit organizations in our community.
To register for the race, click here.

Tipsy Tea Party
2020-02-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Fantasy Farms, 194 S Roscoe Boulevard, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082, United States
On the 29th day of the leap year, 2020, guests will be invited to come through the gates of the invitation only venue, Fantasy Farms, for a whimsical cocktail party. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Local restaurants and mixologists will have their best hand crafted whimsical desserts and cocktails for guests to sample and vote for their favorites. After sampling the best whimsical desserts and cocktails, guests can enjoy live entertainment, bid on silent auction items, and explore Fantasy Farms’ vast property, which includes beautiful rescue animals, classic cars, and kitschy artifacts. Proceeds from Tipsy Tea will benefit Fostering Connections St. Johns’ leadership programs and a college scholarship for youth transitioning out of foster care.
