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Welcome to St. Augustine’s monthly list of events, your source for what’s happening in America’s oldest city.
As America celebrates the joy of spring, St. Augustine is chock-full of music festivals galore, races, craft shows and so much more. Whether you’re walking the trails at the GTM Preserve, or strolling along downtown’s ArtWalk, sharing your talents at Third Space Improv or running a race for a worthy cause, the St. Augustine Record has the details all things fun in May.
Field to Fork: Voices of Hastings Food Story
Field to Fork: Voices of Hastings Food Story: Smithsonian Field to Fork Exhibition at Hastings Main Street. For more information, https://www.hastingsfl.org/history.
First Friday ArtWalk
First Friday ArtWalk, May 1 from 4 p.m. to dusk. Art galleries, museums and art-related businesses that cultivate St. Augustine as an art destination remain open. For more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/yj7c4fbm.
Friday Night Live
Third Space Improv: Friday Night Live, May 1 at 8 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Romanza Festivale of Music & the Arts
St. Augustine’s Romanza Festivale of Music & the Arts May 1-17 with more than 40 events in a myriad of venues throughout America’s oldest city. For more information, go to www.romanzafestivale.com.
Bartram Living History Fest
The 2026 Bartram Living History Fest, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Alpine Groves Park (2060 SR 13, St. Johns). The park will play host to craft tables, historical interpreters and demonstrations, including William Bartram himself, the Long Warrior, Luisa Fatio, a blacksmith, live music and more. For information, go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1905118910138769.
Waves of Hope 5k
Tidal Resilience Foundation: Waves of Hope 5k, May 2 at 9 a.m. at the St. Johns County Beach and Fishing Pier. For more information, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/SaintAugustine/Tidal5k.
Guided Exploration Hike at the GTM Preserve
Guided Exploration Hike at the GTM Preserve, May 2 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
St. Augustine Brewers’ Fest
The St. Augustine Brewers’ Fest May 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. For more information, go to https://www.floridashistoriccoast.com/events/annual/st-augustine-craft-brewers-fest.
Moonlight Hike at the GTM Preserve
Moonlight Hike at the GTM Preserve, May 2 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
Unscripted
The Third Space Unscripted, May 2, 9 and 16 at 8 p.m. at Third Space Improv. In this two-part, unscripted comedy experience, audience members participate by offering improv actors suggestions to inspire games, scenes and even a completely made-up-on-the-spot one-act play. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Level 1 Improv
Level 1 Improv Workshop, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Youth Archery Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Oh Shoot! Archery Club, May 5 for ages 12 to 17 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Adult Archery Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Oh Shoot! Archery Club, May 5 for ages 18 and older from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Internet Safety Presentations
The Tristyn Bailey Foundation: Internet Safety Presentations May 5 at Pine Island Academy. The free event led by former Assistant State Attorney Jennifer Dunton and SJSO Sgt. Chris Mobley provides safety tips and resources for parents and guardians for teaching children and teens how to navigate safely online. For more information, go to https://tbstrong.org/socialmedia-safetyeducation/.
An Evening of Spiritual Renewal Through Gospel Music and Dance
An Evening of Spiritual Renewal Through Gospel Music and Dance, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul A.M.E. Church. For more information, please contact the church office at 904-829-3918.
St. Augustine Food & Wine Festival
St. Augustine Food & Wine Festival is May 6-9 at various times in various venues throughout St. Augustine. For more information, go to https://staugustinefoodandwinefestival.com/events.
St. Augustine History Festival
St. Augustine History Festival, May 6-10, at various times in various venues throughout St. Augustine. For more information, go to https://www.staugustinehistoryfestival.com/.
Nature journaling
Nature Journaling, May 7 from 9:50 a.m. to noon at the GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
Classic Comedy Night
Third Space Improv: Classic Comedy Night, May 8 at 8 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Drake’s Raid
Drake’s Raid, May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Governor’s House before proceeding up St. George Street to Orange Street. For more information, go to https://hfm.club.
His Majesty’s 60 Regiment of Foot and the British Royal Navy
Weapons demonstrations of His Majesty’s 60th Regiment of Foot and the British Royal Navy, May 9-10 at The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
Family Seining at the GTM Preserve
Family Seining at the GTM Preserve, May 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Guana Dam, 505 Guana River Road. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
Welcome Home Gullah Family
Best Richardson African Diaspora Literature & Cultural Museum presents “Welcome Home Gullah Family, Welcome to Lincolnville,” May 9 from noon to 5 p.m. at 83 Washington St. For more information, go to https://www.bradlcmuseum.com.
The Sunflower and Tomato Soirée
The Sunflower and Tomato Soirée, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wesley Wells Farms. For more information, go to https://wesleywellsfarm.com/spring-festival.
Trout Creek Paddleboard Trip
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Trout Creek Paddleboard Trip, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trout Creek. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
The Way to Peace
St. Augustine Community Chorus: The Way to Peace concludes their year-long “America 250” trilogy with a Spring Masterworks Concert, May 9 at 7 p.m. at the historic Ancient City Baptist Church in the heart of downtown St. Augustine.
Crafternoons Crafted for Seniors
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Crafternoons Crafted for Seniors, May 12 from 2 to 3 p.m. at Vaill Point Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Auggie’s Storytime
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Auggie’s Storytime, May 13 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Vaill Point Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Garden Club of St. Augustine
Garden Club of St. Augustine, general council meeting, May 13 at 9:30 a.m. at 3440 Old Moultrie Road. Celebrating 100 year of the Garden Club. For more information, go to https://gardenclubofstaugustine.org/gcsa-events-and-news.
Whitney Laboratory learning evening
The University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience Evenings: May 14 at 6 p.m. featuring “How to Build a Spider in Just 400 Million Years” with Dr. Prashant Sharma at the UF Whitney Laboratory Lohman Auditorium, 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd. Register to watch online https://www.whitney.ufl.edu/news–events/events.
Military Veteran Kayaking
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veteran Kayaking, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nocatee Landing Kayak Launch. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Nocatee Kayak Trip
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Nocatee Kayak Trip, May 15 and May 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nocatee Landing Kayak Launch. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Rapunzel
”Rapunzel”: The St. Augustine Ballet, May 15-16 at Flagler College Lewis Auditorium. For more information, go to https://32155.danceticketing.com.
Drag Bingo
Drag Bingo May 15 at 8 p.m. at Third Space Improv. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Joyful Dinner Series
Slow Food USA: Joyful Dinner Series May 16 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Venue in Hastings. For more information, go to https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/joyful-dinner-series-by-slow-foods-featuring-paul-and-jackee-brock-of-the-feed-mill
Beach Exploration
Beach Exploration at the GTM Preserve, May 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
Ocean to Estuary: A Tidal Journey
Ocean to Estuary: A Tidal Journey, May 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Bing’s Landing5900 N. Ocean Shore Blvd. For more information, go to https://gtmnerr.org/calendars.
Improv Jam
“Improv Jam” at Third Space Improv, May 17 at 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Youth Archery Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Oh Shoot! Archery Club, May 20 for ages 12 to 17 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Military Veteran Archery
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veterans Archery, May 20 from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. 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, May 20 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Canopy Shores Park to discuss “Three Marjorie’s: Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, Marjorie Harris Carr and their contribution to Florida” by Sandra Wallas Sammons. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Music and Art by the Sea
Music and Art by the Sea, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier with a performance by Paul Lundgren Band (Yacht Rock).
Ancient City Chapter – Florida Writers Association
Ancient City Chapter Florida Writers Association, May 21 at 10 a.m. the St. Johns County’s Library Systems Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Night Under the Stars
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Night Under the Stars, May 22 from 8:30 to 10 p.m. at the St Johns County Equestrian Center. Learn about constellations, celestial bodies and the night sky with the Ancient City Astronomy Club in this engaging evening program. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
A Pilgrimage Weekend
A Pilgrimage Weekend at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche May 22. For more information, go to missionandshrine.org.
Spill the Tea
Third Space Improv: Spill the Tea May 23 at 8 p.m. A special guest shares real-life stories and juicy secrets while the cast takes those truths and spins them into improvised scenes. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
The Wizard of Oz
Zoika’s Dance: The Wizard of Oz May 23-24 at Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. For more information, https://28186.danceticketing.com.
JJ Grey’s Blackwater Sol Revue
Live Wildly presents JJ Grey’s Blackwater Sol Revue May 24-25 at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre with 49 Winchester, White Buffalo, John Anderson, Andy Frasco & The U.N., The Marshall Tucker Band and Huntley. For more information, go to https://www.theamp.com.
Music and Art by the Sea
Music and Art by the Sea, May 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier with a performance by Elizabeth Ross.
Jazz at the Excelsior
Jazz at the Excelsior: with Erick Carter May 27 from 7 to 9 at the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center. For more information, go to www.lincolnvillemuseum.org.
Military Veteran Fishing – Surf Fishing
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veteran Fishing, May 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Frank Butler Park East Pavilions. A hands-on fishing program for veterans focused on surf fishing techniques and outdoor recreation. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Crafterhours
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Crafterhours at the Park – Initial Art, May 27 from 5 to 6 p.m. at Vaill Point Park. For more information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Wine Down with Laughter Yoga
Third Space Improv: Wine Down with Laughter Yoga, May 29 at 6 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
PechaKucha: Slow Down
St. Augustine chapter of PechaKucha May 30 at 6 p.m. the Venue at Historic Stanton Ford in Hastings.
Song-to-Song
On Saturday, May 30 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., Ancient City Music: Song-to-Song May 30 at 7 p.m. at the Limelight Theatre featuring Amy Hendrickson and John Dickie IV.
The Third Space Saturday Spectacular
The Third Space Saturday Spectacular May 30 at 8 p.m. For more information, go to www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events.
Lullaby of the Rivers
Lullaby of the Rivers: A Music Festival May 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the grounds of the Limelight Theatre.
Veterans Council of St. Johns County
The Veterans Council of St. Johns County meets at 7 p.m. every third Thursday of the month at the County Health & Human Services Building in the Muscovy Room at 200 San Sebastian View.
The Father Miguel O’Reilly House Museum & Garden
The Father Miguel O’Reilly House Museum & Garden. For more information, go to https://oreillyhousefl.org.
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.
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
Go to https://ximenezfatiohouse.org/ for more information on programs and events at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum.
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This article originally appeared on St. Augustine Record: Your guide to activities in St. Johns County in May 2026
Reporting by Lucia Viti, St. Augustine Record / St. Augustine Record
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