The holidays have passed but there remains plenty to do in beautiful St. Augustine. Get out and enjoy our unseasonably warm weather while participating in some the activities featured below.
Now through Jan. 31, 2009
HOLLY JOLLY TROLLEY TOUR OF THE NIGHTS OF LIGHTS
Enjoy the Night of Lights from the cozy comfort of the Holly Jolly Trolley! Nightly tours feature festive caroling, hot apple cider and homemade cookies. Handcrafted by Santa's elves, the magical viewing glasses given to each guest will add even more sparkle to this amazing holiday light show. The trolley departs from the main Visitor Information Center in St. Augustine. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children ages 6-12 (under 6 are free).
Jan. 10, 2009
FRIENDS OF WASHINGTON OAKS GARDENS PLANT SALE
Join the Friends of Washington Oaks for their 2nd Saturday Plant Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A portion of the plants for sale were propagated and grown right there in the park by volunteers. All proceeds benefit the park for enhancement of current and new facilities. Regular park entrance fees apply during the plant sale.
Jan. 10, 2009
TWELFTH NIGHT BALL
Relive the old tradition of celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany with a costume ball at Government House. This is the Ball for Gentry and Common Man at the St. Augustine Government House at the west end of the Plaza de la Constitucion. Participants must be dressed in 18th century costume of any nation, as well as bring one pot luck dish and wine, if so desired. Each attendee should also provide his or her own antique plate and eating utensils. Turkey, ham and punch will be served. Festivities begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 per couple or $15 for an individual.
Jan. 10, 2009
FORT MATANZAS RE-ENACTMENT
Take the National Park Service's ferry to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort Matanzas – the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine. From 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort. Admission is free. Fort Matanzas National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine.
Jan. 16, 2009
ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION
Come celebrate the trees of our city. The City of St. Augustine's Annual Arbor Day Celebration will take place at the Special Events Field on Castillo Drive. There will be a tree planting and special guest, Smokey Bear! Free saplings will be given out to those in attendance. The festivities are scheduled for noon.
Jan. 17, 2009
FREEDOM TRAIL TOURS
Embark on a narrated tour of St. Augustine's Civil Rights Landmarks – Freedom Trail. Featuring the many St. Augustine sites and homes that played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights movement of 1964, the tours take place at 10 a.m. and noon. Tours depart from Excelsior African American Cultural Museum, 102 M. L. King Avenue in St. Augustine. Donations of $15 for adults and $7 for students will go toward sponsoring the 40th ACCORD's efforts to erect a second set of Freedom Trail markers.
Jan. 24, 2009
THE CZECH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Under the direction of its current principal conductor, Theodore Kuchar, The Czech Symphony Orchestra has in recent seasons performed in a number of international concerts and festivals. They are renowned for their performances of the work of significant Czech composers; however, their repertoire goes far beyond and includes the works of Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert, Bruch and many more. Performance begins at 8 p.m. at the Flagler College Auditorium located on Granada Street in St. Augustine. Tickets are $35 per person.
Jan. 16, 2009 through Feb. 15, 2009
LIMELIGHT THEATRE: MAN OF LAMANCHA
This beloved Broadway musical tell the story of the power of dreams, embodied in the irrepressible Don Quixote. One person can make a difference. General admission is $25 per person. All performances take place at The Limelight Theatre, located in the Joukowsky Family Foundation Center for the Performing Arts, 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine.
Jan. 27, 2009
FLAGLER COLLEGE FORUM ON GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC POLICY
Come hear about government and public information issues from the pros. In this series of public forums guest speaker, Chuck Raasch, columnist and national correspondent, Gannett News Service, will present a current issue topic. The Forum takes place at 7 p.m. at Flagler College Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine. Admission is free.
Jan. 23, 2009 through Jan. 25, 2009
FIRST COAST OPERA PRESENTS LA BOHÈME
Celebrate an evening of Puccini while enjoying First Coast Opera's performance of La Bohéme. Directed by Don Westwood of Jacksonville Lyric Opera and Belleayre Festival Opera, this performance of the world's most beloved opera takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Pedro Menendez Performing Arts Center at Pedro Menendez High School, 600 State Road 206 West in St. Augustine. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door for adults. Student tickets are $20 per person. For more information, call 904.797.7770 or visit www.FirstCoastOpera.com.
Jan. 24, 2009
29th ANNUAL MATANZAS 5K & FUN RUN FOR KIDS
Take the lead, just keep pace, or cheer from the sidelines at one of St. Augustine's most popular races. This 5K run begins from Swing Park at Francis Field, located on Castillo Drive in St. Augustine, and continues downtown along the bay front. The race begins at 9 a.m. with an awards ceremony after the race. Registration is $15 in advance, $25 the day of the race.
Jan. 31, 2009
UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT
Experience a favorite end-of-the-month event -- Uptown Saturday Night! From 5 to 9 p.m., the galleries, antique stores and unique shops between Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum and the Mission of Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine's Uptown San Marco Shopping District remain open during this special evening. Meet-the-artists, book signings, live music, refreshments and other events contribute to the party-like atmosphere – plus, great food provided by the St. Augustine Independent Restaurant Association. The Mission of Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING for the event. The event is sponsored by the San Marco Avenue Merchants Association.
Contact the St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau for additional information on these and upcoming events.
St. Augustine Visitors & Convention Bureau
88 Riberia St., Suite 400
St. Augustine, FL 32084
800-653-2489
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