☀️ What to Do in St. Augustine This August
As summer winds down, St. Augustine continues to shine—literally and figuratively. With fewer crowds, golden sunsets, and warm ocean breezes, August is the perfect time to explore the rich history, coastal beauty, and local flavor of the nation’s oldest city. Here’s your guide to the best events, activities, and places to soak up the last of summer in St. Augustine.
🎶 Enjoy Free Music by the Sea
Concerts in the Plaza 📍 Plaza de la Constitución | 🗓 Every Thursday in August, 6:00–8:00 PM Grab a chair or blanket and enjoy free live music under the oaks in St. Augustine’s charming historic district. The backdrop? A Spanish-style square just steps from the bayfront. 👉 Visit Event Site
🌊 Spend a Day by the Water
- St. Augustine Beach – Relax on wide sandy shores, splash in the waves, or watch surfers at the pier.
- Anastasia State Park – Kayak the salt marshes, rent paddleboards, or walk the pristine beach trails.
- Vilano Beach – A quieter beach day with great local dining nearby.
📜 Explore Historic Sites in the Shade
Escape the afternoon sun and dive into centuries of stories:
- Castillo de San Marcos – Step inside the 17th-century fortress and watch cannon demonstrations.
- Colonial Quarter – Costumed guides, blacksmith demos, and living history.
- Lightner Museum – Cool off among stained glass, antiques, and Gilded Age splendor.
🛍️ Shop + Stroll in Style
Spend a breezy morning or evening wandering:
- Aviles Street – Art galleries, boutiques, and European vibes.
- St. George Street – Lined with shops, cafés, and historic architecture.
- Uptown St. Augustine – A local-favorite district full of antiques and indie finds.
🍤 Feast on Summer Favorites
- Catch 27 – Fresh local seafood, creative cocktails, and shady outdoor dining. 📍 40 Charlotte St. | catchtwentyseven.com
- The Ice Plant – Farm-to-glass cocktails and elevated Southern eats in a restored 1920s factory. 📍 110 Riberia St. | iceplantbar.com
- Mayday Ice Cream – Small-batch scoops and handmade waffle cones to cool down after beach days. 📍 Various locations | maydayicecream.com
🎨 Join a Local Event or Art Walk
- First Friday Art Walk 📍 Downtown St. Augustine | 🗓 August 2, 2025, 5:00–9:00 PM Visit local galleries, sip wine, and meet artists in one of Florida’s most creative communities. Many spots offer live music and light bites.
🌴 August Adventures Await in St. Augustine
Whether you’re beach-bound, museum-hopping, or dancing in the plaza, August in St. Augustine offers that dreamy mix of coastal calm and cultural buzz. It’s the perfect time to slow down, soak in the sunshine, and make one last summer memory before fall arrives.
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