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St. Augustine
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Letter carriers across Florida will pick up non-perishable food on Saturday, May 9 for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive & donations will go to local food pantries to help families in need. The St. Augustine Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine residents can see the flower moon tonight (it peaked at 1:23 p.m. on May 1) as it remains nearly full for several nights; however, bright moonlight may make the Eta Aquarids meteor shower harder to spot. The St. Augustine Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Across Florida, students will finish the 2025-26 school year between May 21 and June 4, with most schools closing after Memorial Day on May 25; in St. Johns County, classes will end on May 29. The St. Augustine Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season will run from June 1 through Nov. 30 with peak activity expected around Sept. 10 & early tropical systems have been seen in April or May. Residents can use the countdown clock and weather radar to stay updated on conditions. The St. Augustine Record
- ➤ Local residents in St. Augustine are advised to prepare for hurricane season starting June 1; experts recommend checking emergency kits + insurance policies as the region braces for potential storms. The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 4, the Florida Department of Transportation will close lanes and roads in St. Johns County until May 8 + drivers should plan ahead for delays on I-95, King Street, State Roads A1A, 16, and 207 + U.S. 1. The St. Augustine Record
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Villages of New Augustine, a 92-unit affordable apartment community, will open in West Augustine this month for income-qualifying households; leasing applications are available + move-ins may begin as early as May 15. The property offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units with community and outdoor amenities. The St. Augustine Record
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The Saltworks Supper
6-9 p.m. — Michael's St. Augustine — $ — Start your St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival with a coastal multicourse dinner featuring bold flavors inspired by maritime heritage.
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George Thorogood & The Destroyers Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices $66.40 to $157.11 — Experience the legendary blues-rock sound of George Thorogood and his iconic band, The Destroyers.
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Ethel Cain Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — $60.73-$100.42 — Experience the ethereal sounds of Ethel Cain with special guest 9Million.
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Sunflower & Tomato Soirée
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Wesley Wells Farms — $15 — Enjoy fresh produce picking, food trucks, live entertainment, and a family-friendly atmosphere at the Tomato Festival.
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Iration Concert
5:15-8:15 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant evening of reggae-infused music with Iration.
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Sam Barber Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with Sam Barber at this iconic venue.
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Terrance Simien Live at Cafe Eleven
8-10 p.m. — The Original Cafe Eleven — Tickets from $32.71 — Enjoy a vibrant live Zydeco music performance in St. Augustine's unique cafe setting.
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Bead Mercantile Show - St. Augustine, FL
10 AM – 4 PM — World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort — Entry fee varies — Explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing beads, jewelry, and minerals from various exhibitors.
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Tell Me Lies - Fleetwood Mac Tribute
6-10 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Click for tickets — Experience the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac through a dedicated tribute band.
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