(This story will be updated weekly to update the list with current information.)
Welcome to St. Augustine’s monthly list of events, a robust information source for what’s happening in America’s oldest city. From a staged reading at St. Augustine’s Limelight Theatre to a Howl-o-ween celebration at Treaty Park to Plein Air Art exhibits, classical theatre and ballet performances, 5K runs, outdoor markets, you name, it’s all here.
Thursday Oct. 9 is a busy day
Whitney Laboratory: Dinosaur symposium
The University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience hosts “Beyond the Skeleton: Modeling the Soft Tissues of Dinosaurs and Why We Should Care” on Oct. 9 with Emma Schachner at 6 p.m. at the UF Whitney Laboratory Lohman Auditorium, 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd. Register to watch online: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfoqFeRDQYi5bYR2tCVuDw.
Parks and crafts
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Parks and Crafts Oct. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Alpines Grove Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Veteran kayaking
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veteran Kayaking Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fort Matanzas. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserve
Nature Journaling at GTM Research Reserveis Oct. 9 from 9:50 a.m. to noon at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center. For more information, go to https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/SGerW-uE8eK1vsTgzL-GwQ?t=1745521516.
Plein Air paint workshop
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Plein Air Workshop: Oct. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
And for the rest of October …
A Classic Theatre
About A Classic Theatre Inc. presents “Home, I’m Darling,” a play by Laura Wade, that debuted in the West End of London in 2018. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays to Oct. 12. For more information, go to https://www.aclassictheatre.org/.
First Coast Opera
First Coast Opera’s Fanfare! Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. For more information, go to firstcoastopera.com or call 904-417-5555.
Limelight Theatre
Limelight Theatre’s Annual Gala the “Power of Story, Spirit, and Stage,” Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. at the River House. Dinner and live entertainment. Black tie optional. For more information, go to, https://limelight-theatre.org.
Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale
Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale Oct. 10 and 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Johns County Extension Office, 3125 Agricultural Center Dr.
When All The Saints Are Gathered
St. Augustine’s Limelight Theater will debut a staged reading of “When All The Saints Are Gathered” Oct. 11 and 12. The story speaks to the “counter narrative” and the role America’s oldest city played in the Civil Rights Movement and the signing of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. For more information, go to https://limelight-theatre.org/.
West Augustine’s 9th Restoration Day
West Augustine’s 9th Restoration Day Oct. 11 from 8 a.m. to Noon at the Pinehurst and San Sebastian Cemeteries in West Augustine hosted by West Augustine Improvement Association
GTM Research Reserve Family Seining
GTM Research Reserve Family Seining: Oct. 11 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the GTM Research Reserve Guana Dam. For more information, go to https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/i75ZSxBScETyAUiLwycgDQ?t=1745585576.
St. Augustine Greek Festival
St. Augustine’s Greek Festival, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Oct. 12 from noon to 4 p.m. at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 2940 County Road 214. Free parking is available at Webster Elementary School (420 N. Orange St.) with shuttle provided by Old Town Trolley Tours. Limited parking at Holy Trinity Church for $20. For more information, go to https://www.staugustinegreekfestival.com.
Shine a Light 5K for Epic-Cure
Shine a Light 5K for Epic-Cure Oct. 11 at 7:30 a.m. at 1650 A1A South. For more information, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=130184.
Voctave — The Corner of Broadway and Main Street
Emma Concert’s Voctave The Corner of Broadway and Main Street Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. Tickets are available at emmaconcerts.com or call the box office at 904-797-2800.
International Cat Association and the Alligator Alley Cats Cat Show
The International Cat Association and the Alligator Alley Cats all-breed championship cat show and cat adoption event Oct. 11-12 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center. For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/events/3016781881835869/3016781895169201.
Fall Artisans Market
Fall Artisans Market at the Peña-Peck House Oct. 12 from noon to 4:30 p.m. hosted by the Woman’s Exchange of St. Augustine.
St. Augustine Ballet: ‘Dracula’
The St. Augustine Ballet’s “Dracula” at Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium Oct. 12 at 4 p.m.
Davis Shores: Pub Crawl & Trivia
Davis Shores Centennial Events: Anastasia Boulevard Centennial Pub Crawl & Trivia Oct. 12 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Lightner Museum Fun Day Camp
Lightner Museum’s Mythical and Magical One Day, Fun Day Camp Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for children ages five to 11. For more information, go to https://lightnermuseum.org/events/one-day-fun-day-camp/.
Yappy Hour
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Yappy Hour Oct 13 at Treaty Park from 5 to 7 p.m. A virtual costume Howl-o-ween contest is on now. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Youth Archery Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Youth Archery Club Oct. 15 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at the Fairgrounds. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Veterans Archery
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veterans Archery Oct. 15 from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Nature Book Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Nature Book Club on Oct. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Canopy Shores Park to discuss “Finding the Mother Tree.” For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
West King Wednesday
West King Wednesday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. This monthly pop-up market features live music, art and food along St. Augustine’s West King Street. Live music can be found at Graet Goods, 225 W. King St. plus a comedy showcase hosted by Paper Root Clothing.
Auggie’s Storytime
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation presents Auggie’s Storytime Oct. 16 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Vaill Point Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog/.
Project Cold Case
St. Augustine’s families of missing persons and unsolved homicides can attend a free Cold Case symposium Oct. 16-17 sponsored by Project Cold Case. For more information, go to https://www.coldcasesymposium.org/.
Patients Not Prisoners Eveningof Compassion
Patients Not Prisoners, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for individuals living with mental illness and their families host an Evening of Compassion Dinner & Gala Oct. 17 at the Marywood Retreat & Conference Center. For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100090616467328.
Drag Queen-a-Palooza
Third Space Improv presents Drag Queen-a-Palooza Oct. 17 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Homeschool Programs
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Birding Oct. 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Vaill Point Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog/.
Halfway to SweetWater Music Fest 2025
Halfway to SweetWater Music Fest 2025 Oct. 17 to 19 at St. Augustine’s Colonial Oak Music Park. Jam bands, funk, rock, psychedelic acts, art, fire dancers, burlesque and more perform at the historic oak park in downtown St. Augustine. For more information, go to https://rootsmusic.ticketspice.com/halfway-to-420-colonial-oak-music-park-.
Vilano Beach VIBE-Rations
Vilano Beach’s VIBE-Rations Music Festival Oct. 18 from 10:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. at the Hampton Inn parking lot located at 95 Vilano Road.
Marine Conservation Walk
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Marine Conservation Walk Oct. 18 at Mussallem Park from 1 to 2 p.m. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Live from The Waterworks
Live from The Waterworks “The New 76ers,” Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. For more information, go to https://www.gamblerogersfest.org/.
Storytime at the Lightner
Storytime at the Lightner Oct. 18 a 10 a.m. to read “Finding Treasure: A Collection of Collections” by Michelle Schaub, followed by an arts and crafts for children 3 to 6 years old. Guardians must remain with their children for the duration of the workshop. Pre-registration is required for the free event. For more information, go to https://lightnermuseum.org/events/storytime/.
Davis Shores Centennial Events
Davis Shores Centennial Events: Davis Shores Centennial 5K run/walk and one-mile fun run/bike ride Oct. 18 at 8 a.m. at Oglethorpe Park.
Davis Shores Centennial Events: 100th Anniversary Party at The St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park Oct. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Black Box Session Concert
Black Box Session featuring Ben Sollee Oct. 21 at 6:30 and 9 p.m. at the Limelight Theatre.
Great Florida Birding Trail
Great Florida Birding Trail Oct. 21 at Fort Matanzas National Monument. Cruise times include 9:30 and 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended for the free event. Call 904-471-0116.
Fly Tying
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Fly Tying Oct. 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. Location TBD. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Playground Storytime
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Playground Storytime Oct. 22 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Collier Blocker Puryear Pavillion. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Tale Tellers of St. Augustine
Tale Tellers of St. Augustine “Dark and Stormy Night” Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Limelight Theatre. For more information, go to https://limelight-theatre.org/.
Habitat town hall: Housing for the workforce
Habitat for Humanity of St. Augustine/St. Johns County host the Peoples’ Town Hall, “Housing for the Workforce in St.Johns County: Progress, Challenges, and Strategies for Solutions,” Oct. 22 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living, 1795 Old Moultrie Rd. Registration is required for the free event. For more information, go to https://www.mobilize.us/indivisiblesjc/event/837902/.
The Waterworks Halloween Festival
The Waterworks heads to the St. Johns County Public Library Systems main Library Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. for crafts, vendors, games, a trail of treats, a masquerade party, and more! Costumes are encouraged. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults.
Jeepers Creepers Film Screening
The St. Augustine Film Society presents Jeepers Creepers Film Screening Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. Actor John Beshara will lead a Q&A following the screening of this road-trip horror film, which was shot almost entirely in Florida.
St. Augustine Humane Society
St. Augustine Humane Society’s Annual Pin Up Paws Gala Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. at The White Room. For more information, go to https://events.eventgroove.com/event/Pin-Up-Paws-Gala-2025-108647?redir=1.
EstuScary Haunted Trail Nights
EstuScary Haunted Trail Nights Oct. 24 – 25 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the GTM South Beach Lot. Expect a haunted trail full of frights (best for older kids, teens and adults) plus a hayride. For more information, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/estuscary-haunted-trail-night-2-tickets-1676906044119?aff=erelpanelorg.
Lincolnville’s St. Benedict the Moor Blues Festival
Lincolnville’s St. Benedict the Moor Blues Festival Oct. 24 – 26 at 86 Martin Luther King Ave. Oct. 24 from 4 to 10 p.m. and Oct. 25 from 4 to 10 p.m. and Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon.
St. Augustine Orchestra
The St. Augustine Orchestra’s Landscapes & Legends Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Tocoi Creek High School. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/4nBEnUX.
Parks & Crafts
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Polaroid Photography and Art Oct. 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Canopy Shores. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park
St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zooligical Park Creatures of the Night at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Oct. 24 through Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, go to https://www.alligatorfarm.com/events-programs/community-events/.
For the Love of Jazz
The St. Augustine Jazz Society and Epicentre Alliance present an Evening of Jazz Oct. 25 at 4 p.m. For more information, go to https://www.staugjazzsociety.org/
Kiwanis of St. Augustine
Kiwanis of St. Augustine’s Breakfast Fundraiser Oct. 25 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Applebee’s located on 225 SR 312. The fundraiser helps the Kiwanis Club serve local youth through recreation events, mentorship, Christmas Gifts, the St. Francis House Family Shelter and the Field of Dreams PAL athletic complex.
Mystic Faire
Mystic Faire Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living, 1795 Old Moultrie Road.
Fall Low Country Boil Fundraiser
Fall Low Country Boil Fundraiser Oct. 25 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Genungs Fish Camp benefiting the Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County.
Old Town Trolley Tours Jail Break 5k
Old Town Trolley Tours Jail Break 5K Oct. 25 starts at The Old Jail at 8 a.m. and runs through Uptown St. Augustine and over the Vilano Bridge to the Atlantic Ocean to benefit INK!
Ancient City Kids Day
Ancient City Kids Day Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Francis Field. Organized by EPIC Behavioral Healthcare and other sponsoring agencies, free event features a variety of games, giveaways, as well as arts and crafts and live entertainment.
The St. Johns Housing Partnership
The St. Johns Housing Partnership hosts “National Make a Difference Day,” Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers will paint, clean and repair homes for veterans, the elderly or disabled. Volunteers are needed for exterior house painting, repairs, landscaping, yard cleanup and to help build wheelchair ramps. For more information, go to https://www.sjhp.org/.
Ximenez-Fatio House trick or treat festival
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum: Trick or Treat and Harvest Festival Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m.
St. George Street Trick-or-Treating
St. George Street Trick-or-Treating Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Castillo by Candlelight ‘Sharks in the Moat’
Castillo by Candlelight, hosted by The National Park Service “Sharks in the Moat” Oct. 25. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., 45 minute tours depart at intervals. Tickets and reservations are required. For more information, go to https://www.nps.gov/casa/index.htm.
Witches Night Out by Pub Crawl
Witches Night Out by Pub Crawl Oct. 25 from 4 to 10 p.m. For more information go to https://www.pubcrawlsta.com/event-details/witches-night-out-2.
Costumed Life Drawing at The Waterworks
Artists Gail Beveridge and Mary Ann Rosenthal facilitate live drawing sessions with a clothed model Oct. 26 at 10 a.m. For more information, go to https://historiccoastculture.com/event.
Poetry Open Mic at The Waterworks
Poetry Open Mic at The Waterworks Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m. For more information, go to https://historiccoastculture.com/event.
808 Bounce LLC
808 Bounce’s halloween dress-up party Oct. 26 from 2 to 5 p.m. Children will receive a goody bag and make a craft. Fee is required.
Little Kids Trunk or Treat
Little Kids Trunk or Treat Oct. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the GTM South Beach Lot. Expect to treat or treat through decorated trunks, a daytime walk on the haunted trail, plus a hayride at the south beach lot. For more information, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/estuscary-trunk-or-treat-tickets.
All Hallows Eve Charity Bash
All Hallows Eve second annual Charity Bash Oct. 29 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. Live music, costume contests, refreshments, a cash bar, and a silent auction are included. For more information, go to www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-all-hallows-eve-charity-bash-tickets-390550636467.
The St. Johns County Legislative Delegation
The St. Johns County Legislative Delegation Oct. 27 9 a.m. to noon at the St. Johns County Auditorium. Chaired by Florida Sen. Tom Leek and vice-chaired by Florida Rep. Judson Sapp, Florida Rep. Sam Greco and Rep. Kim Kendall will also be in attendence.
The Annual Taste Of The Fun Coast
The Annual Taste Of The Fun Coast Oct. 28th at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa from 4 to 7 p.m. to benefit the Sea Turtle Hospital at the University Of Florida’s Whitney Lab in Marineland. For more event and vendor info contact Kirk Keller at (386) 986-9911.
Sunrise Dolphin Walk
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Sunrise Dolphin Walk Oct. 28 at Frank Butler Pavillion from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Veterans Council of St. Johns County
The Veterans Council of St. Johns County Oct. 3o at 7 p.m. at the County Health & Human Services Building in the Muscovy Room at 200 San Sebastian View. Speakers include Jill Lancaster, Guitars for Vets, Eric Hernandez, Military Outreach Director, St Augustine YMCA and Peter Jennison, Veterans Disability Practice, VA Accredited Attorney.
St. Augustine Concert Band
St. Augustine Concert Band presents Kaleidoscope Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. at R.J. Murray Middle School Center of the Arts. For more information, go to https://www.staugband.org/tickets-and-performances.
GTM Research Reserve
For event information, go to https://floridaaquaticpreserves.org/managed-areas/national-estuarine-research-reserves-nerrs/guana-tolomato-matanzas-national-estuarine.
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
For event information, go to: https://www.alligatorfarm.com/events-programs/community-events.
The Women’s Exchange of St. Augustine/The Pena Peck House
Go to https://penapeckhouse.com/special-exhibit-and-events for Pena Peck House events.
Florida Water Tours of St. Augustine
Go to https://floridawatertour.com for Florida Water Tours water adventures.
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Go to https://www.theamp.com for St. Augustine Amphitheatre events.
The Lightner Museum
Go to https://lightnermuseum.org/calendar-category/events for Lightner Museum events.
The Limelight Theatre
Go to https://www.limelight-theatre.org for St. Augustine’s Limelight Theatre schedule.
Cafe 11
Go to https://originalcafe11.com/upcoming-events for St. Augustine’s Cafe 11’s schedule of music events.
The Colonial Oak Music Park
Go to https://www.thecolonialoakmusicpark.com for St. Augustine’s Colonial Music Park outdoor concert schedule.
A Classic Theatre
Go to https://www.aclassictheatre.org for a schedule of A Classic Theatre.
Historic Coast Cultural/The Waterworks
Go to https://historiccoastculture.com/event for a schedule of historical and cultural events taking place in St. Johns County.
Go to https://historiccoastculture.com/categories/performing-arts for a list of performing arts events taking place in St. Johns County.
Third Street Improv
Go to https://www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events for Third Street Improv events.
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
Go to 150 Years of History! – St Augustine Light House for St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum events.
Pesca Rooftop in Vilano Beach at Hyatt Place
Go to https://www.pescavilano.com/calendar for Pesca Rooftop in Vilano Beach at Hyatt Place music events.
The St. Augustine Jazz Society
Go to The St. Augustine Jazz Society https://www.staugjazzsociety.org/ for Royal St Augustine Golf Club live music events.
The St. Augustine Duplicate Bridge Club
The St. Augustine Duplicate Bridge Club plays Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. For more information, go to www.staugustinedbc.org
The GTM Reserve
Go to https://gtmnerr.org/ for more information on programs and events at GTM Reserve.
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This article originally appeared on St. Augustine Record: What’s happening in St. Johns County this week? Theater, a plant sale, ballets and more
Reporting by Lucia Viti, St. Augustine Record / St. Augustine Record
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