Nights of Lights has been listed among the top ten holiday light displays in the world by National Geographic. During this festival of lights, downtown St. Augustine glows with holiday magic – from the ground to the rooftops. Nights of Lights runs through January 31, 2022 and features millions of tiny white lights that create a magical atmosphere in the Nation’s Oldest City, and it’s free of charge. And, there are dozens of special tours and events that will make your Nights of Lights experience one to remember throughout the year. Be sure to post lots of pictures from these fun locations! #NightsofLights #FloridasHistoricCoast #StAugustine
Picturing a Nation: American Art from the Lightner Museum
Picturing a Nation is a major installation of American paintings and sculpture from the Lightner Museum’s permanent collection. From America’s great vistas and natural wonders, to intimate scenes of St. Augustine, Picturing a Nation presents a vibrant vision of America on a local and national scale through late-19th and early 20th century American art. The exhibition runs through September 30, 2022. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. Lightner Museum, 75 King St., St. Augustine. www.lightnermuseum.org.
Tom Schifanella: Faces of the Alcazar at Lightner Museum
Faces of the Alcazar presents a compelling glimpse of life behind-the-scenes at Henry Flagler’s Alcazar Hotel. Through large-format photographs, the exhibition documents fragmentary clippings from early-20th century motion picture magazines pasted to the walls of the Alcazar staff quarters by the immigrant staff who lived and worked at the hotel. The exhibition runs through March 7, 2022. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. Lightner Museum, 75 King St., St. Augustine. www.lightnermuseum.org
Nights of Pints!
Coinciding with St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights, local St. Augustine breweries are hosting Nights of Pints with a passport for craft beer lovers and stops at local breweries. Purchase an official Nights of Pints shirt and receive one (1) pint at each participating brewery: Old Coast Ales, Ancient City Brewing, Bog Brewery or Dog Rose Brewing Company. Learn more at www.facebook.com/nightsofpints
The 200th Anniversary Photography Exhibition titled “From River to Ocean” will be on display 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday- Friday, through January 21, 2022. Local photographers submitted photography depicting five districts throughout St. Johns County and photos were chosen by a panel to be part of this exhibit. A total of 24 photographers were chosen, with 44 photographs on view in this display. Admission is free. St. Johns County Administration, 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine www.facebook.com
Tuesday-Sunday, January 18-23
Monochrome presented by the St. Augustine Art Association
A spin off the Black & White and Shades of Gray theme. Artists present subjects in any style using one color in many shades and tones. The St. Augustine Art Association is open Tuesdays – Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine www.staaa.org
Wednesday, January 19
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
The Wednesday Pier Farmers Market offers oceanfront shopping at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier Park from 8 a.m.-noon. Approximately 60-80 vendors sell locally grown produce, baked goods, prepared foods, arts, crafts and more. 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine 904-315-0952 www.wednesdaypierfarmersmarket.com
West King Wednesday
Small businesses of West Augustine collaborate to share the community and culture of West King Street businesses. Live music, artists, and more are showcased from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. West King Street, St. Augustine. www.westaugustinenewsconnection.com
Wednesday & Friday, January 19&21
Lighthouse Illuminations
Discover twenty-one uniquely decorated trees, each with a distinct theme, at this special after-hours event. Explore the Keepers’ house and grounds illuminated by lights and garlands, and enjoy a sensational view of the lighthouse’s night mark. Tickets are $19.95 for adults, $17.95 for children ages 12 and under. St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, 100 Red Cox Dr., St. Augustine. For more information regarding ticket availability and pricing, visit www.staugustinelighthouse.org.
Thursday, January 20
Night Market at Coconut Barrel
From 5-8 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, come enjoy fresh food, live music, craft shopping & fun at the Coconut Barrel Artisan Market. 3175 U.S. Highway 1 South, St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.coconutbarrel.com/pages/farmers-market
Lee Ann Wokack at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Grammy award-winning County Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year Lee Ann Womack performs at 8 p.m. Gates Open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $39.50-$67.50. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach www.pvconcerthall.com
Thursday & Friday, January 20 & 21
Tracking Basics and Beyond
Learn techniques on tracking Florida animals. Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky for this fun, interactive program. The program is free; however registration is required. On Thursday, the program is from 10 a.m. to noon, and 2-4 p.m. on Friday. For more information call 904-209-0348. Frank Butler EAST Park, 5860 A1A South, St. Augustine
Thursday – Sunday, January 20-23
Saint Augustine Film Festival
More than 50 independent films will be on view during this 13th Annual Festival. Screenings will take place in Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, Gamache-Koger Theater at Flagler College, Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center and the Alcazar Room at St. Augustine City Hall. Tickets are $90-$150 for All Access and All Film Passes. Single film tickets are $10 general admission for adults, $9 general admission for seniors 60+; military and first responders; and students. Visit www.staugfilmfest.com to view the 2022 film schedule and to purchase tickets.
A Shayna Maidel at Limelight Theatre
A powerful and poignant drama about two sisters trying to reconnect after years of separation brought on by the rise of the Nazis. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for seniors, and $22 for students. Performances run through February 6, Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. in the Koger-Gamache Black Box at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. www.limelight-theatre.org
Friday January 21 – FREE TREES; FLORIDA ARBOR DAY TREE GIVEAWAY
200 native young trees will be given away at the GARDEN CLUB OF ST. AUGUSTINE on Friday, January 21 from 9AM to 12noon at 3440 Old Moultrie Rd., St. Augustine, FL 32080.
The selection of trees/shrubs includes RED MAPLE, DAHOON HOLLY, YAUPON HOLLY, EASTERN RED CEDAR, HICKORY, SAND LIVE OAK, SUGARBERRY AND ARROW-WOOD VIBURNUM, all of which are bird and nature friendly.
Celebrating FLORIDA ARBOR DAY, the Garden Club has purchased these 200 starter trees to give away to homeowners and businesses in the St. Johns County/St. Augustine community.
Planting instructions and write-ups for our area will be included.
Saturday, January 22
Matanzas 5K & Fun Run
This race takes participants throughout downtown St. Augustine along the Matanzas River through the historic city and ends at Castillo Drive. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. and the free fun run begins at 9:15 a.m. The cost to register ranges from $30-$35. The race starts next to Francis Field. Registration and additional information is available through the website. 29 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine
St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
From 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. shoppers stroll up and down the vendor-lined pathways of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market, browsing more than 100 tents loaded with local produce, flowers, baked goods, handmade arts and crafts and more. Admission into the market is free. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-315-9252 www.theamp.com/community/farmers-market
GTM Monthly Beach Clean Up
Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach cleanup on every fourth Saturday of the month. Enjoy coastal views while helping remove debris and microplastics from the beach. GTM Rangers will supply gloves and trash bags at 9:30 a.m. at 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach. www.gtmnerr.org/events
Cars & Coffee at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine
Must love Coffee ~ Must love Classic Cars! If you do then cruise over to Classic Car Museum for Cars & Coffee from 8-10 a.m. Enjoy the morning checking out over 150 beautiful classics, and enjoy free coffee and doughnuts. Classic Car Museum offers this free event every 4th Saturday of the month. Event sponsored by Bozard Lincoln. 4730 US 1 South, 904-806-4625 www.facebook.com/classiccarmuseumstaug
Premier of Freedom on our Mind
You are Never Too Small to Change the World! This locally produced narrative feature film premiers at 10 a.m. at Flagler College Lewis Auditorium during the Saint Augustine Film Festival. The film is about a diverse group of film students discover the connections between their own lives and the epic struggle for the Civil Rights Act of 1964 while trying to finish their graduation film in the Nation’s oldest city. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. More information and tickets are available at saff2022.eventive.org/schedule
Sunday, January 23
Guided Bird Walk at Fort Mose State Park
Fort Mose Historic State Park will host an educational guided bird walk program at the park. Join birding expert Susan Killeen on a hike and birding exploration of our salt marsh and the secondary fort site island. Bring your rubber boots, binoculars, cameras, water and any other pertinent items to make your travel through the estuary more enjoyable. The walk is from 8-9 a.m. and is free. 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine 904-823-2232 www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/fort-mose-historic-state-park
Twilight Candles and Ghost Talk at Whichcraft Candle Parlor
Spooky music, the enchanting glow of Edison bulbs, and a haunted location in historic St. Augustine serve as the backdrop for this night of ghost stories and Candle making. Coffee, hot chocolate, & tea included. Or BYOB. The event takes place from 6-8 p.m., is $45 and includes an oracle card pull. Whichcraft Candle Parlor, 76 Spanish St., St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.whichcraftcandleparlor.com
JD Simo & GA-20 at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $21-$31. Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach www.pvconcerthall.com
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $21-$31. Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach www.pvconcerthall.com
