Due to the forecast of thunderstorms this weekend, April 28 – 30, the Trailblazer Country Music Festival and Craft Beer Festival have been postponed to July 15, 2023. In addition to rescheduling, the festivals will move to Francis Field, 25 W. Castillo Dr., in St. Augustine. Current ticket holders have three options: Use the same ticket for the July event. If you select this option, you will be upgraded to the next best ticket. For example, if you bought general admission for one-day your ticket will upgrade to reserved seating for one day. Note: if you are a recipient of free tickets from radio or some other promotion, the tickets will be honored, but will not be eligible for an upgrade. Receive a credit still with an upgrade for any event Festival & Event Inc. produces for up to two years (4/28/25). Request a refund – if you select this option, please allow 15 to 30 days to process via Eventbrite back to the credit card used for purchase. Click here for more information. See below for a list of all events still on schedule to take place this weekend on Florida’s Historic Coast.
Daily Through Sunday, April 30
7th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out
Participate in the St. Augustine Art Association’s St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out, a community-wide plein air event celebrating the area’s history. Registration is available online. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org/plein-air-paint-out
Brian Doyle Murray, author of the classic golf comedy, Caddyshack, along with five of his brothers present this annual golf tournament. Played at the King & Bear/Slammer & Squire courses at the World Golf Hall of Fame in St. Augustine, this is an event that combines parties, golf, concerts and fun. Visit the website for registration, schedules and more. South Legacy Trail, St. Augustine. www.murraybrosgolf.com
Thursday – Saturday, April 27 – 29
The Spooky St. Augustine Family Ghost Walk
This family friendly ghost walk delivers spine tingling stories, fantastic sites, and well researched history presented by a licensed guide. See famed & obscure sites around the historic district in a fun and engaging manner. Tours meet at The Odd Macabre and tickets are $15 for children, $25 for adults. 76 Spanish St., St. Augustine. 904-217-9164 www.theoddmacabre.com
Thursday – Sunday, April 20-23
Over The River and Through the Woods at Limelight Theatre
Nick, a single, Italian-American marketing executive from New Jersey, routinely visits his four grandparents every Sunday for family dinner since his parents retired and moved to Florida. As their only close relative, Nick’s grandparents inundate him with family tradition and lots of food. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams. Tickets are $28 for adults, $26 for seniors, and $23 for students. Performances run Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. 904-825-1164 www.limelight-theatre.org
Friday, April 28
SciFridays at Guana Lake
Enjoy an exciting sunset kayak tour to learn about cutting-edge science. Guests paddle through a special type of bioluminescence found in St. Augustine that has sparked new discoveries that are altering the trajectory of civilization. Learn about how this bioluminescent DNA can shed light on the molecular world and contribute to scientific advancements. Tours are $100 per person and leave at 7:30 p.m. from the GTM Research Reserve, Guana Dam. There is a $3 (cash only) daily parking fee paid at the gate. 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-701-3272 www.geotrippin.com
The Ultimate Date Night Wine & Cooking Experience
This ultimate date night has a little bit of everything – an amazing view, great wine, and specially prepared fine dining. This exclusive intimate group experience (limited to 10 guests) starts in The Tasting Tour’s exclusive suite that features a 5th floor panoramic view of the nation’s oldest city. Enjoy a boutique wine tasting and delectable charcuterie pairing experience (with souvenir wine glass). Then, walk across the Plaza for an instructional cooking demonstration with Ancient City Cooking Experience. This class features complete instruction on preparing a delicious ‘Classic French’ dinner using fresh, local ingredients. Tickets for the ultimate date night are $135 per person plus tax and gratuity. Space is limited and reservations are required. The Tasting Tour Suite, 24 Cathedral Place #505, St. Augustine. www.TheTastingTours.com
Joanna Connor performs at Cafe Eleven
Don’t miss Joanna Connor at The Original Café Eleven. Performances start at 8 p.m. and tickets are $25 in advance/ $30 day of show. 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. 904-460-9311 www.originalcafe11.com
An Evening with Natalie Merchant Keep Your Courage Tour at The AMP
Gates open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $44-$104. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-209-0367 www.theamp.com
Friday & Saturday, April 28 & 29
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society Conference
The Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society honor the memory and celebrates the life and work of Pulitzer-Prize winning author of The Yearling and Cross Creek. The 34th annual conference will be held at The Waterworks in St. Augustine. 184 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine. www.rawlingssociety.org
Saturday, April 29
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 S., St. Augustine. 904-315-9252 www.theamp.com/farmers-market
First Coast Color Run 5K
Let your true colors shine for the First Coast Color Run 5K Race! This race will start and end for an after party at Ancient City Brewing. It is a timed event and each participant will receive a finisher’s medal, a Technical T Shirt, and a beer or soft drink at the finish line. Race starts at 5:30 p.m. Registration is $30-35. 3420 Agricultural Center Way, St. Augustine. www.runsignup.com/firstcoastcolorrun
St. Augustine K9s United 5K and 9K – Family Fun Run
Join K9s United at World Golf Hall of Fame for the K9s United 9K for K9s. This event includes the classic 5k, our challenging 9k plus a 1-mile fun run! Both the 5k and 9k will be chip timed with awards for the top runners in each category. All the runs are open to runners and walkers of all levels. Registration is $25-$43. The race begins at 8 a.m. at the World Golf Hall of Fame, 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine. www.k9sunited.org/events
Single Fin Hoedown After Party at Cafe Eleven
Sponsored by Fat Tire. Featuring music by Kelp. Followed by South Beach DJs @Marley_puglielli & @troyKurtz. After party is from 6-11 p.m. at The Original Café Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine. 904-460-9311 www.cafeeleven.com
Sunday, April 30
Taste of St. Augustine
This signature food festival at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre serves up tastes from St. Augustine’s famous restaurants. From 11 a.m.-5 p.m., the area’s best restaurants will offer samples of their signature dishes. Restaurants will compete for the prestigious TOStA (Taste of St. Augustine) awards, with categories including Best Family Dining, Best Ethnic, Best Upscale and Best Dessert, as well as the ever-popular People’s Choice. Everyone gets to vote. There will be children’s area with fun activities including crafts and face-painting as well as live music throughout the day. Admission is $5 and taste tickets are $1 each with restaurants charging between 1-5 tickets per taste. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-829-3295 www.epicbh.org
5K Race to The Taste!
This race starts and ends at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre with the course going through Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods. The race begins at 11 a.m., and registration for the race is $30 day of race and $25 in advance. 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine. 904-829-3295
Poetry Flows from The Waterworks: When Music Mixes With the Muse
April is National Poetry Month and the Romanza Festival is celebrating with this star-studded tip of the hat to local musicians and the poets who inspire them. Ancient City Poets will share poems interspersed with passionate performances by some of the area’s most gifted songwriters. The presentation will conclude with an open mic from audience members who may have been inspired to speak by the muses. 184 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. www.ancientcitypoets.wordpress.com
