Good morning, St. Augustine.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Iration Concert

5:15-8:15 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant evening of reggae-infused music with Iration.

Sam Barber Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with Sam Barber at this iconic venue.

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.

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.

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.