Good morning, St. Augustine.

K9s United will host its annual 9K for K9s race on Saturday, April 26 at 8:00 a.m. at Ring Power in St. Augustine to honor K9 Kilo from the St. Augustine Beach Police Department who died last year and support law enforcement canines with quality equipment and training.

The Nights of Lights event will begin earlier in November and end two weeks early in January, and local businessman Irving Kass projects a $130 million loss for the county — he based his calculation on a weekly drop of $63 million with the shorter event, prompting city and county officials to explore fixes for congestion and parking. Local leaders now plan to work together to ease the impact on tourism and commerce.

Sen. Gayle Harrell filed a bill to ban golf courses, pickleball courts, and luxury resorts in state parks after last year's controversy over the Great Outdoors Initiative — the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee backed the measure and lawmakers must resolve differences by May 2 before the legislative session ends.

The 2024 HGTV Dream Home on Anastasia Island is available for sale again after original winner Marie Fratta sold it for $2 million in September 2024 and current owners John and Jane Pope made upgrades including a new 400-square-foot area over the garage, pool heater, and outdoor gate. The home offers a resort-style pool, chef’s kitchen and multiple outdoor spaces and is listed at $2,699,000 with realtors Matt and Gretchen Territo representing the sellers.

Culinary Collaborative Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Michael's St. Augustine — Ticketed event — Savor a multi-course seated dinner with acclaimed chefs while supporting local history and community.

Bead Mercantile Show

10 AM – 5 PM — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Admission details not specified — Explore a vibrant showcase of beads and jewelry-making supplies.

Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Tickets required — Experience the most authentic Led Zeppelin tribute performance with Zoso, celebrated for their captivating live shows since 1995.

Wilco Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — $39.50-$72.50 — Experience the eclectic sounds of Wilco blending rock and folk in a captivating live performance.

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Cost Info — Experience rock legends Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo live with special guest The Vindys in an unforgettable spring tour performance.

SUN District 2025 Spring Convention

12 PM – 10 PM — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Register now — Join the exciting Sunshine District Spring Convention for networking and community activities.

Dinner and a Movie Event

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Solomon Calhoun Community Center — Free admission — Enjoy a catered dinner and a family-friendly movie in a cozy community setting.

The Motet Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of eclectic funk, soul, and rock with The Motet and DIZGO.

Vilano Causeway Shoreline Cleanup

1-3 p.m. — Vilano Landing — Free entry — Help protect the Matanzas River by participating in a community shoreline cleanup event.

St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival 2025

6:34 PM — Renaissance Resort of World Golf Village — Tickets from $69 — Experience Florida's finest wines and culinary delights with celebrity chefs and live music.