St. Augustine Guest Houses

Datil Pepper Festival
2019-10-06 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32092, United States
With the popularity of the county’s favorite spicy little pepper, it’s no wonder we need a whole festival to celebrate it! The festival will feature a variety of vendors inside the center and out as well as the beloved plant sale and food court. On Saturday, the Festival will host the annual Datil Pepper Restaurant Cook-Off, where local chefs will have the chance to show off their culinary skills with their favorite datil pepper cuisine. There will even be an amateur hot sauce competition. So get ready to get fiery.
Admission to the Datil Pepper Festival is free, tasting tickets for the Datil Pepper Cook-Off are $1 per taste.

Limelight Theatre Presents: Annie Get Your Gun – Matinee
2019-10-06 14:00 | Limelight Theater, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine
Kicking off Limelight’s 28th season, rough-and-tumble Annie Oakley is the best shot around. A backwoods gal, Annie uses her skill to support her family by selling the game she hunts. When she’s discovered by Buffalo Bill and persuaded to join his Wild West Show, Annie is plucked from obscurity and becomes the toast of Europe. This classic tale is a delightful romp for the whole family. The show will take place Thursdays-Sundays. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows begin at 7:30pm and Sunday matinees begin at 2pm.
Tickets can be purchased online or through the box office.

Pumpkin Patch
2019-10-06 14:00 - 19:00, 2019-10-07 14:00 - 19:00, 2019-10-08 14:00 - 19:00, 2019-10-09 14:00 - 19:00 | Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
The Pumpkins are coming! The Pumpkin Patch is opening on Saturday, October 5. 2019. The hours of the Pumpkin Patch are Monday – Friday 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. and weekends 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. There are mini-pumpkins, pie pumpkins and larger pumpkins of all sizes. The Pumpkin Patch supports the local outreach ministries of Shores United Methodist church. We will be selling pumpkins from October 5 to Halloween. Shores United Methodist Church is located at 724 Shores Blvd, between the Golf Course Clubhouse and Hartley Elementary. For more info call 797-4416 or visit www.shoresumc.org.

EMMA: Hollywood Concert Orchestra
2019-10-06 15:00 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
The EMMA Concert Association will be presenting the popular Hollywood Concert Orchestra this fall. This ensemble includes some of America’s most talented musicians and they will be performing popular Hollywood renditions of “the music that made the movies”, with a special performance, “Night at the Oscars”. This year’s program includes themes from Oscar-winning movies over the last century as well as a solo and orchestral versions of popular movie scores.
Admission:
Tickets to this event are $40.

Educator Appreciation Days at Ripley’s St. Augustine Attractions
2019-10-07, 2019-10-08, 2019-10-09, 2019-10-10 | ripleys believe it or not!, 19 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! St. Augustine on San Marco Ave. is offering FREE admission for all Florida educators to Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure, Ripley’s Red Train Tours and Bayfront Mini Golf starting now – October 20th.
Florida educators eligible for free admission for themselves and 50% off for their guests includes:
• Pre-K
• K-12
• College
• Homeschool
• Administrators
• Counselors
• Support staff
Guests need to bring a current pay stub and photo ID or proof of homeschooling when they visit one of the participating attractions.
“We appreciate all the hard work our teachers do throughout the school year. This is one small way for us to give back and show our gratitude.” – Kim Kiff, General Manager.
About Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium
Ripley’s Odditorium in beautiful St. Augustine Florida is proud to be the very first permanent Ripley’s attraction! Set in a beautiful historic castle, Ripley’s houses over three floors of family friendly fun and loads of Robert Ripley’s original collection! Over 800 fun, interactive and totally bizarre exhibits.
About Red Train Tours
Step off and re-board at your leisure at over 20 convenient stops throughout beautiful St. Augustine. Enjoy historic sites, restaurants, and shopping in the “Nation’s Oldest City” while enjoying the fully narrated tour. Ride the Red Trains to see all that St. Augustine has to offer.
About Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventures
Go where no other tour in town will take you – into the most haunted site on the southeastern seaboard! First, it’s all aboard as you tour the city’s darker side while utilizing your tools to search for paranormal activity. Your experienced paranormal guides will tell you about haunted St. Augustine while taking you to some of St. Augustine’s most haunted sites!
About Bayfront Mini Golf
Bayfront Mini Golf is the original carpet golf course in the state of Florida! Enjoy 18 holes of fun with the best view of the city and the bay.
For more information about this event, please visit Ripleys.com/St.Augustine

18th Annual Tactile Art Show
2019-10-07, 2019-10-08, 2019-10-09, 2019-10-10 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
In partnership with the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind, the St. Augustine Art Association presents an art show like no other. This unique exhibit showcases “touchable” art and includes pottery, sculpture, fiber art, wall hangings and mixed media, all with Braille labels and audio guides. The opening reception of the exhibit as well as an awards ceremony will take place during October’s First Friday Art Walk, and the exhibit will be on display throughout the month.
Admission to the exhibit is free and open to the public.

St. Augustine Restaurant Week 2019
2019-10-07, 2019-10-08, 2019-10-09, 2019-10-10
Take this week to explore the city’s culinary offerings! Food lovers can enjoy a special chef’s choice of lunch or dinner experience at local restaurants. It’s a great opportunity to sample some of the city’s most decadent dining choices – from Michael’s to The Floridian to Cap’s on the Water.
Admission:
Prix fixe prices are $20 per person for lunch and $35 per person for dinner. Diners who receive passport stamps from four restaurants throughout the week will receive an offer of $25 off their fifth visit to a participating restaurant.
For a full list of participating restaurants click here.

Road Well Traveled Exhibit
2019-10-07 08:00 - 20:00, 2019-10-08 08:00 - 20:00 | St. Johns River State College, 2990 College Drive, Room C-116, St. Augustine, 32084
The Road Well Traveled art exhibit celebrates the art and history of Florida’s Highwaymen. Hosted by St. Johns River State College, the exhibit will include 20 paintings by the original Highwaymen on display.
The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Night Market At The St. Augustine Amphitheater
2019-10-08 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre offers a Night Market on the second and the fourth Tuesday of the month from March through October from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Night Market hosts food trucks, and up to 90 vendors specializing in handmade arts and crafts and other goods. There will also be live entertainment and other activities. Visit here to view the entertainment lineup.
Admission to The Night Market is free and open to all ages.
For more information on this event, please contact the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market here or call (904) 315-9252.

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
2019-10-09 08:00 - 12:00 | St. Augustine Beach Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, 32085
The market is a destination, a place that serves as a setting for the community and visitors to the area to gather and learn something new from a farmer, grower, producer or local artist. To build a community where we work and live. We support local economy, increase market opportunities for farmers and small businesses, and provides access to an assortment of local and regional sourced products.

Saltwater Fishing Clinics
2019-10-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Usina Boat Ramp, 603 Euclid Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Time to cast your line into the open ocean! Hosted by the St. Johns County Parks & Recreation Department, these Saltwater Fishing Clinics let you learn while you fish. Participants must have a Saltwater Shoreline License, which is free from the Fish and Wildlife Commission.
Each of the clinics is free and will cover different topics. Registration is required to attend.

World Golf Village Night Market
2019-10-09 16:00 - 19:00 | World Golf Hall of Fame, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine
On the second Wednesday of each month, World Golf Hall of Fame holds a night market from 4-7pm.
The market offers farm fresh produce, homemade and handmade products of all kinds, and food and beverage trucks. It also features a bounce house for the kids.
Admission to this event is free.

Oldest City Red Trout Classic
2019-10-09 18:00 - 21:00, 2019-10-10 07:00 - 17:00 | Conch House, 57 Comares Avenue, St. Augustine
Back for another year, this beloved catch and release tournament features two days of fishing in St. Augustine’s inlets and waterways. Each team of two fishermen is paired with a local fishing guide to compete for prizes as they hunt down the local redfish and trout. The event features a captain’s party, happy hour, an awards celebration, and silent and live Bid for A Cure auctions. Proceeds from the event benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of North Florida.
To register, visit here or call (904) 733-3560.

“Agents in Action” Fall Mid-Week Camp
2019-10-09 18:00 - 2020-01-15 19:30 | Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
The children’s Exploring LIFE Program of Shores United Methodist Church is offering a new fall camp “Agents in Action.” An exciting Mid-week adventure in discovering what it means to live courageously every day as God’s Disciple! Children are introduced to 13 daily missions for God as his special agents.
Each Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Christian Education Building, your child is invited to a time of Bible Stories, Games Galore, Crafts, Creative Art, Missions and more! Children will enjoy an evening meal of pizza, fruit, dessert and drinks. Plan now to have your child join “Agents in Action.” The program is for children in Pre-K4 to 6th grade and begins Wednesday, September 4. For more information, call the church office at (904)797-4416 or visit our website www.shoresumc.org. Shores United Methodist Church is located at 724 Shores Blvd, between the Shores Golf Course and Hartley Elementary.

FREE Introductory Pole Walking Clinic
2019-10-10 10:45 - 11:45 | Eddie Vickers Park, 399 Riberia Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
You’re invited to a FREE Introductory Pole Walking Clinic where you will learn the history and the many amazing benefits of Fitness Pole Walking! After a brief demonstration of proper technique, you will have the opportunity to Pole Walk with a pair of the provided KeenFit Poles. Fitness Pole Walking is easy and fun for all ages and capabilities and will turn even a simple walk around the block into an effective efficient aerobic total body workout. CLINIC PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2019-10-10 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
