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Events for the week of 11/25/2012
| Historic Tours of Flagler College |
Date: 9/9 - 12/31
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Take a tour of Flagler College while visiting St Augustine that highlights the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon. Built by millionaire developer, Henry Flagler, in 1888, the hotel is considered one of the finest examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture and houses the largest collection of in use Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows. Located at 74 King Street, St Augustine, Florida tours depart from the Rotunda at the top of each hour between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $1.00 for children, and free to St. Johns County Residents
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| Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Castillo De San Marcos |
Date: 9/9 - 01/27/2013
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Rangers and Garrison volunteers will demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the colonial Spanish soldier of 1740s St. Augustine. Historic weapons demonstrations will be presented every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:30, 11:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability.
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| St Augustine's Annual Nights of Lights Celebration |
Date: 11/17 - 01/31/2013
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Come see beautiful downtown St. Augustine all dressed up in her holiday finest as millions of tiny white lights illuminate trees, the City Square, buildings and businesses. The actual Light Up Night is Sat., 11-17, at 6:30PM in the Plaza de la Constitucion, downtown St. Augustine.
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| The Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley Presented by Old Town Trolley Tours of St Augustine |
Date: 11/18 - 01/01/2013
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Take a Ride on the Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley and view St Augustine's Nights of Lights with complimentary 3D glasses. Enjoy Christmas Caroling, free hot cider, homeade cookies, and a visit with Santa! Tours begin the day after the lights are turned on in St Augustine – Sunday, November the 18thand resume each evening (including Christmas) from 6-8pm until New Year’s Night. The cost is only 9.00 for adults and 4.00 for children. Tours depart from the Visitor’s Information Center at 10 West Castillo Drive. Free parking and shuttle are available from the following locations.
Old Jail – 167 San Marco Avenue
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 27 San Marco
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 1700 North Ponce de Leon Blvd
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 2800 North Ponce de Leon Blvd
Tickets can also be purchased at any of these locations.
Photo Credits - Ancient City Tours and Simply St Augustine
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| St. Augustine's Version of Winter in Florida |
Date: 11/23 - 01/06/2013
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Winter Wonderland returns to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for the sixth year in a row, opening on Fri., 11-24-12, thru Sun., 1-6-13. Enjoy ice skating, an ice chute with the dare-devil's start as well as a safer entry point, mini-cars on a challenging race tract, as well as all the other winter experiences (s'mores and more, nightly snow-falls, etc.)
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| 47th Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Festival in St. Augustine |
Date: 11/24 - 11/25
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Artisans from all over the US will be displaying their crafts, from handmade lace to artwork to baskets and more, at the Events Field, Castillo Drive in St. Augustine, located behind the Visitors Parking Garage. Saturday hrs. are from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday hrs. are from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Admission is $1.00.
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| St. Augustine Beach's Winter Wonderland |
Date: 12/1 - 12/01
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The St.. Augustine Beach Surf Illumination marks the beginning of the Holiday Season with the lighting of its Christmas tree as well as the lighting of nearly all palm trees in the St. Augustine Beach Pavillion area and the additional lighting of 4 Beach buildings! Ceremonies start around 6:30PM and will be enhanced by food/drinks offered by local restaurants and a small arts and crafts fair.
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| St Augustine's 58th Annual Christmas Parade |
Date: 12/1 - 12/01
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The 58th Annual Christmas Parade has grown to be one of the largest parades in north Florida and includes floats, marching bands cars, horses, and the arrival of Santa. The parade will start promptly at 10 a.m. by the Mission of Nombre de Dios; continue through the downtown streets of historic St. Augustine and end behind the Visitors Center on Castillo Dr. Pictures with Santa will follow in the Plaza de la Constitucion. Eat at our 9:00 breakfast seating and be out and about just in time for all the action! The promenade starts by the Great Cross and winds around through downtown St Augustine to Cordova Street. Guests who dine at our 10:00 am seating will still have the chance to watch from the West end of our street.
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| British Nightwatch Weekend and Grand Illumination |
Date: 12/1 - 12/02
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One of the biggest events happening at the end of the year is the Annual British Night Watch Grand Illumination Parade. Always the first weekend of December following the city’s Annual Christmas Parade, British Night Watch is an event that reminds us of the days when the Brits took control of Florida. The event parade is free to the public and all are invited to participate and march behind the Red Coats as they secure St Augustine!
Friday – November the 30th at 7pm - 8:00 PM Concert showcasing traditional recording artists Father, Son and Friends! They travel the country promoting Celtic heritage with humor, stories and music that will have you clapping and singing along.
Saturday – December the 1st at 10:00 AM – British Encampment opens to the public in Francis Field just west of the parking garage. The Colonial Market Square Comes to Life Throughout the Day in Colonial St. Augustine, with entertainers such as Signora Bella, whose shows captivate audiences throughout the country; authentic Sutlers working to help the soldiers spend their pay; Musicians performing on 18th Century instruments; Townsfolk, Soldiers, and Performers mingling with the visitors both as historical personas, and interpreters to answer your questions about this time period in St Augustine.
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| Candelight Tours of the Villa Zorayda |
Date: 12/1 - 12/30
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Explore the beautiful Villa Zorayda, decorated for te Holiday season. Reservations are suggested. Call 904-829-9887 for appropriate times and further infomation.
Dates are: December 1, 3, 5, 11, 15, 21, 22, 27, 29,and 30th
Be sure to click on the website to view a fabulous video tour of the museum decorated for the holidays. Amazing!
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