Family Fun
Planning a family vacation in Florida? Try St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach!
From the renowned Nights of Lights to fireworks at the beach, here are the top ways to ring in 2025 in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach.
First, take in the lights. All millions of them. Nights of Lights is one of the most dazzling spectacles during the holidays and a special way to kick off the New Year. The best part is, you can see the amazing display of lights for free. Start your walk at the holiday tree in the Plaza de la Constitucion. Along King Street, the Lightner Museum and Flagler College take holiday lighting to new levels from the grounds to the palm trees and the rooftops. Take a stroll along the bayfront from the Bridge of Lions to the Castillo de San Marcos to see the lights reflected in the waters of the Matanzas Bay. Everywhere you look, a brilliant spot for a New Year’s selfie.
There’s nothing like fireworks on the water and this St. Augustine tradition is a perennial blast. Bring a blanket and gather with thousands of your best friends and neighbors to enjoy Light up the Night! one of the most magical fireworks displays of all time at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier. Limited shuttle service will be provided from Anastasia Baptist Church to the three viewing locations on the beach. Public Parking will be available at City Hall, Ron Parker Park, Anastasia Square parking lot on the side close to Pope Road, and at the YMCA after 1 p.m. Best of all, it’s free! 8:30–10 p.m.
They know how to do it up right at the Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort. Each year is a different theme complete with open bar, fantastic food, live entertainment, lots of dancing and, of course, fireworks at the pier. From 7:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.
The big top returns to St. Augustine with Venardos Circus at the AMP world-class circus acts. The entire family will enjoy the Broadway musical-style performances created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos. Tickets available here for December 31 and January 1 at 11 a.m. and 2 and 5 p.m.
Welcome 2025 in style at Chez L'Amour! Passed Hors D'oeuvres, Premium Open Bar, top-notch live band, Champagne toast, and late-night Posh Nosh snacks. From 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.
If you find yourself walking along St. George Street, you’re bound to hear music in the air. Head over to the Colonial Oak Music Park and enjoy a live performance by your favorite bands from 7–10 p.m. on December 31. Admission is free and there’s food and drink available.
Prefer something more classical? First Coast Opera presents a timeless masterpiece. Performance dates, times and ticket prices will be announced when available.
Of course, there’s lots more going on around town so be sure to check out our list of restaurants and attractions. We suggest you call ahead for restaurant reservations to make sure your group can be accommodated.
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Nao Trinidad Tall Ship Tours at St. Augustine Municipal Marina111 Avenida Menendez
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Exhibition: A Landscape Longed For - The Garden as Disturbance at Crisp- Ellert Art Museum48 Sevilla St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
P.A.St.A. March Feature Artist, Marlene Zullig214 Charlotte St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Women’s History Month: The Friendship of Zora Neale Hurston & Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings143 St. George Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Miniature Marvels at St. Augustine Art Association22 Marine Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
17th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show at St. Augustine Art Association22 Marine Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Wait Until Dark at Limelight Theatre11 Old Mission Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Sampoorna Hatha Yoga & Japa Meditation at Essential Enery Spa3440 U.S. 1 S, Suite 202
St. Augustine, FL 32086
Boardwalk Bazaar at Marina Munch509 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Good Friday Service Presented by Colonial Church at The AMP1340 A1A South
St. Augustine, FL 32080
Circus Band at The Colonial Oak Music Park21 St. George Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Screening of "Smoke Sauna Sisterhood" presented by St. Augustine Film Society at The Waterworks184 San Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084