St. Augustine Guest Houses

17th Annual Tactile Art Show
2018-10-18, 2018-10-17, 2018-10-16, 2018-10-15, 2018-10-14 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Through a partnership with the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind, the St. Augustine Art Association showcases touchable art in a variety of media – pottery, sculpture, fiber art, wall hangings and mixed media, all with Braille labels and audio guides. The opening reception will take place on October 5 at 5pm. Awards will be handed out at 7pm. The exhibit will be on display until October 28, and admission is free.

Cabaret
2018-10-18 - 2018-11-17, 2018-10-14 - 2018-11-13 | Limelight Theater, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine
Set in 1931 Berlin as the Nazis are rising to power, Cabaret focuses on the nightlife and antics at the seedy Kit Kat Klub, and revolves around young American writer Cliff Bradshaw and his relationship with English cabaret performer Sally Bowles. It’s a tale of life and love in a world on the brink of war. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows begin at 7:30pm. Sunday matinees begin at 2pm.

WareHouse 31 Unleashed
2018-10-18, 2018-10-14 | Warehouse 31, 11262 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, 32246, United States
Join us at North Florida’s Largest Haunted House, Warehouse 31 Unleashed any night Thursday through Sunday beginning September 28 until November 3. Known for their intense and intimate experiences that bring your biggest fears to life, this year’s five unique attractions will not disappoint. Try to outrun the undead in Lockdown, hide from the cannibals in Mr. Tasty’s Meat Factory, wade through the swamp of nightmares of Dark Waters, try not to become part of the show in Slaughter’s Circus and, finally, take your last ride home on The Ghost Ship!
General Admission tickets are $25-$30, while Fast Pass Admission tickets are available for $35-$40, and can be purchased online in advance, or onsite. Doors creep open at 6pm each night and slam shut at midnight. Information detailing ticket options, attraction details, testimonials and more can be found at www.warehouse31unleashed.com

Pumpkin Patch
2018-10-17 12:00 - 19:00, 2018-10-16 12:00 - 19:00, 2018-10-15 12:00 - 19:00, 2018-10-14 12:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
The Pumpkins are coming to Shores United Methodist Church! The Pumpkin Patch is opening on Saturday, October 6. 2018. The hours of the Pumpkin Patch are daily from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. There are mini-pumpkins, pie pumpkins and larger pumpkins of all sizes. Come and pick out your perfect pumpkin to carve for Halloween! The Pumpkin Patch supports the local outreach ministries of the church. Shores United Methodist Church is located at 724 Shores Blvd, between the Golf Course Clubhouse and Hartley Elementary.

Preschool Drama Class
2018-10-17 10:00 - 10:45 | Kidzfactory at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave, Saint Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Use body, imagination, and voice to explore and breathe life into popular pre-school stories. In this class we introduce many aspects of the theatre arts: acting, singing, costume & props building as well as building comprehension, confidence and trust through individual & team exercises.

Farmer’s Market at the Pier
2018-10-17 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

GTM Research Reserve/Marineland Lecture
2018-10-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Marineland Dolphin Adventure, 9600 North Oceanshore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
In partnership with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas Research Reserve hosts a free lecture on the third Tuesday of every month. The lectures are designed to educate the public about the natural world by featuring experts in various fields discussing topics that are relevant to the local area.
The lectures are free, but registration is necessary. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/gtm-research-reserve-marineland-lecture-registration-15519214388 to register.

Jaws of the Sea
2018-10-16 10:00 | Nease Beachfront Park, 2nd Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
It’s a beachfront walk that has some serious bite! The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with Marineland Dolphin Adventure to host an interactive beach walk about sharks. You’ll learn about shark biology, local shark research, and the sharks that inhabit our waters, and tales about human and shark encounters. The program is free but requires reservations, which can be made here.
Email kussia@sjcfl.org or call (904) 209-0335 for more information.

St. Augustine Restaurant Week
2018-10-15 - 2018-10-21
Take this week to explore the city’s culinary offerings! Food lovers can enjoy special chef’s choice lunch or dinner experiences at local restaurants. It’s a great opportunity to sample some of the most decadent dining choices in St. Augustine – from Michael’s Tasting Room to the Floridian to Terra & Acqua and more!

The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko
2018-10-14 14:30 - 15:30, 2018-10-13 19:30 - 20:45 | Houdini Parlor Theater, 701 Market St., Saint Augustine, FL, 32095, United States
St. Augustine’s Most Amazing Performance! Filled with Incredible Illusions, Hilarious Comedy, and Adventurous Audience Participation!
The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko, is a professionally produced performance filled with Incredible Illusions, Hilarious Comedy, and Adventurous
Audience Participation. Whether you are staring in awe as Viktor floats an audience member above the stage, laughing hysterically as he demonstrates his ability as a Human Lie Detector, or applauding wildly as he reads your mind, The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko will be one of the highlights of your visit to St. Augustine. It’s St. Augustine’s Most Amazing Performance!
The Houdini Parlor Theater is located at 76 Spanish Street, in the historic old city section of St. Augustine, next door to The Floridian Restaurant. The doors open for seating 30 minutes before show time. Seating is General Admission. We are looking forward to you being our guest for a wonderful evening of magic & comedy!

SAiRA Food & Wine Festival
2018-10-14 12:00 - 16:00 | River House, 179 Marine St., St. Augustine
Hosted annually by the St. Augustine Independent Restaurant Association, the Food & Wine Festival raises funds for the Boys & Girls Club of St. Augustine. Peruse the culinary offerings of some of the city’s best dining destinations and sample over 100 delicious wines from around the world (all of which can be found at local wine shops). The event also features a silent auction. Tickets are $75 in advance and $85 at the door.

Scarecrow Building Contest 2018
2018-10-14 09:30 - 2018-11-05 12:30 | Rype & Readi, 5780 County Road 305, Elkton, FL, United States
In celebration of our hardworking agricultural community in St Johns County, Rype & Readi is holding a Scarecrow Building competition. This contest is open to registered groups from September 21 through October 13. Judging will take place the last week of October. All school groups, sport teams, local clubs, families or good friends are invited to build your own scarecrow. Rype and Readi provides a pole, clothes and straw, tools and fasteners. Use your creative talents and accessories to represent your school, club, group or theme. Expert assistance from scarecrow techs will be available! Feel free to bring your own “add-ons” to really customize your scarecrow.

Unity Pink Motorcycle Ride
2018-10-14 09:00 - 14:00 | The St. Augustine Shrine Club, 250 Brainard Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
A huge event in supporting the fight against breast cancer, the Unity Pink Motorcycle Ride is a police-escorted that’s always a good time – even if you’re not on a bike! If you don’t have a ride, spectating is free and the event features family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a raffle, and lots of local vendors. All proceeds benefit Unity Outreach, a nonprofit that supports breast cancer sufferers and survivors.

Sykes and Cooper Corn Maze
2018-10-14 - 2018-11-12 | Sykes and Cooper Farms, 5995 Brough Rd, Elkton, FL, 32033, United States
Combine a 9-acre corn maze full of “cornfusing” twists and turns, live entertainment – like a cow-milking station – and lots of farmtastic family fun. Mix it all together and you have “agritainment!” The maze is only the tip of the iceberg. Enjoy exploring the playground, visiting the animals, riding through the fields on the hayride, and a variety of delicious snack vendors, and more! General admission is $13. Children 2 and under are free.

Maze Dayz Fall Festival
2018-10-14 - 2018-11-06 | Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 W Highway 100, Bunnell, Florida, 32110, United States
Enjoy the best of fall activities all October long at Cowart Ranch! Wind your way through the corn maze, pick out the perfect pumpkin, meet the farm animals, explore on a hayride, relax by the nighttime bonfire, race down the burlap sack farm slide, and much more! The festival is held Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout October.

Gene Watson with guest Larry Mangum
2018-10-13 20:00 | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
One of the most masterful voices in Country Music today, Gene Watson still sings in the same key as 30 years ago and continues to prove why he is rightly referred to as “The Singer’s Singer.” His powerful voice and multi-octave range allows him to sing some of the most challenging songs with an ease that comes from pure, natural talent as well as from his many years performing onstage.
Jacksonville, FL singer/songwriter Larry Mangum has nearly 3000 performances over 4 decades as a folk, rock, country and Americana artist. For over 100 years somebody from Larry’s North Carolina family has been playing. Larry’s Mom, Kate was Randy Travis’ guitar teacher and Uncle Homer was a member of the legendary WBT Briarhoppers!

Haunted Barn 2018
2018-10-13 19:00 - 2018-11-05 21:30 | Rype & Readi, 5780 County Road 305, Elkton, FL, United States
Weave your way though creepy graveyards, gory scenes of things gone wrong, and unknown shadows ready to spook you! If you are ready to be spooked, come and join Rype and Readi for a Spooktacularly Scary Night at their annual Haunted Barn. This is a Canned food drive – Each night of the event will benefit a different charity such as Shepards Haven of Hastings , Betty Griffin House, Catholic Charities, Emergency services of St John county & other local charities. Please remember to bring your 2 cans per person (plus $5 entry donation) payable at the door.

Pin Up Paws Party
2018-10-13 17:00 | F. O. P. Lodge 113, 5050 Inman Rd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! The St. Augustine Humane Society is hosting the 2019 “Fast and Furriest” Pin Up Paws Party Fundraiser where they’ll reveal the 8th annual Pin Up Paws calendar. Car show and cocktail hour will start at 5pm and will be followed by dinner, both a silent and a live auction, and special appearance by the Bombshell Belles Florida.

Pin Up Paws Party
2018-10-13 17:00 | F. O. P. Lodge 113, 5050 Inman Rd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! The St. Augustine Humane Society is hosting the 2019 “Fast and Furriest” Pin Up Paws Party Fundraiser
We will be celebrating the fundraising efforts of the pets and cars who entered our calendar contest, and will reveal the 8th Annual Pin Up Paws Calendar.
Car show and cocktail hour will start at 5:00pm, and will be followed by dinner, silent and live auction, and special appearance by the Bombshell Belles Florida!
Tickets can be purchased at www.PUPparty.org. All proceeds from the evening will help support our lifesaving programs and resources.
Be sure to spread the word, and we look forward to seeing you there!

SurfQuest
2018-10-13 13:00 | Frank B. Butler Park, 399 Riverside Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
SurfQuest is bringing more and more people with Intellectual and Development Disabilities together with a growing cadre of active volunteers to introduce the fun and comradery of surfing. There is true joy in seeing the men, women, and children cheering, smiling and hurrying back for more, wave after wave.
SurfQuest is a free monthly beach-day for anyone with a disability.
All ages and disabilities are welcome. And together, SurfQuest is Ohana.
SurfQuest empowers people with disabilities by providing adaptive surfing instruction and therapeutic educational programs on water recreation and enriches lives by assisting families to access the beach and ocean together in a barrier-free environment.
SurfQuest acts as an advocate for accessibility to the water that will allow people with limited mobility to reach the beach (i.e. wheelchairs, assisted devices, strollers, etc.).
SurfQuest provides adaptive equipment with education and training for the advancement of adaptive surfing.
SurfQuest develops partnerships to expand awareness and support of safe adaptive water recreation.
