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St. Augustine
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine's historic St. Patrick’s Day Parade will begin on Saturday, March 14 at 10 a.m. at Francis Field, continuing a tradition begun in the early 1600s (first celebration in 1600, parade in 1601). The St. Augustine Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices statewide hit an average of $3.24 per gallon as of March 5 amid rising global tensions, prompting St. Augustine drivers to adopt fuel-saving habits. AAA advises maintaining cars, keeping tires inflated & reducing idle time to save money. The St. Augustine Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Johns County students (home to our local schools) will take spring break from March 16 to March 20, while students in three other counties will start break on March 9 and districts across the state plan later dates. Check your school calendar for details. The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida law states that leaving a grocery cart in a parking lot is not a crime, yet removing it from a store if done intentionally can be punished as a first+degree misdemeanor. The 'Shopping Cart' theory shows that returning a cart is seen as an act of civic responsibility. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, Mar. 8; clocks will move from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m. and locals may notice darker mornings plus longer evenings. The St. Augustine Record
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Women on Postage Stamps Luncheon
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Peña-Peck House - Woman's Exchange — $45 — Celebrate Women’s History Month with a buffet lunch and stories of extraordinary women honored on U.S. postage stamps.
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Intro to Stand-Up Community Comedy
10 AM – 12:30 PM — Third Space Improv — $225.00 – $250.00 — Explore the art of stand-up comedy while making new friends and boosting your confidence.
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MercyMe - Wonder + Awe Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an evening of powerful worship and music with MercyMe and friends.
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Sip & Stitch Social
6-8 p.m. — Shanti Kava Bar — Pay what you can — Craft and connect with fellow fiber artists while enjoying drinks and a yarn swap.
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St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
10 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Francis Field — Admission prices may vary — Indulge in seafood delights while enjoying live music and arts and crafts.
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Godspell Musical Production
3:30 p.m. — Limelight Theatre, Inc. — $30-$35 — Experience a vibrant retelling of the Gospel of Matthew through beloved songs and dynamic storytelling.
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Parker McCollum Concert
7-10 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Prices Vary — Experience the authentic sound of country music superstar Parker McCollum live in concert.
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Parker McCollum Concert
7-10 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Prices Vary — Experience the authentic sound of country music superstar Parker McCollum performing live.
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Silent Stars, Powerful Voices
6-8 p.m. — Peña-Peck House - Woman's Exchange — $60 — Discover the life of silent-film icon Theda Bara while enjoying an elegant evening buffet and wine bar.
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Speed Dating for Singles Aged 50s/60s
7-9 p.m. — Murray Bros. Caddyshack — Ticket required — A chance to meet local singles in a fun and efficient dating environment.
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