Good morning, St. Augustine.

St. Augustine residents have a busy week of events in St. Johns County, with theater, art exhibits, concerts and festivals starting today and running through late October+ local workshops, sports events and family celebrations also scheduled to engage the community.

St. Augustine man Daryl Perritt continues his fight to repeal Florida’s ‘Free Kill’ law after his son died in Nov.

2024 when hospital staff did not provide needed care. He has bought a billboard near the Florida—Georgia state line and formed a political action committee to raise awareness and work with legislators for the 2026 session.

St. John's County Fire Rescue warns that lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes, scooters, and golf carts are responsible for most fires during Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct.

5th to Oct. 11th. Local experts advise checking battery connections and using proper charging cords—short and correctly rated—to reduce the risk of dangerous overheating.

Whooping cough cases in Florida rose 81% from 2024 with 1,295 reports as of Sept.

27, raising concerns among pediatricians who worry that plans to repeal vaccine mandates may put infants and unvaccinated children at higher risk—pediatricians are now planning to create their own outbreak alert system to better track cases and protect vulnerable groups.

Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon

7:25-11:25 a.m. — Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park — Registration $139-$259 — Compete in various distances including Olympic and Sprint Triathlons along the scenic coast.

The Dave Matthews Tribute Band

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Ticketed Event — Enjoy an evening filled with the sounds of the Dave Matthews Tribute Band in a scenic outdoor setting.

Polyrhythmics Live

12-3 AM — Colonial Oak Music Park — $28.41 — Celebrate 15 years of genre-blending sound with Seattle’s Polyrhythmics and their dynamic performance.

HAPPY LANDING Festival

5 PM – 10 PM — St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau — $27-$129.50 — Celebrate creativity with 20 top regional jam bands, rock, and funk across three stages.

Ben Sollee Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Limelight Theatre, Inc. — $34.50-$44.50 — Enjoy two intimate performances by acclaimed cellist Ben Sollee in a unique concert series.

Matanzas River Party Boat Tour

Daytime — 250 Vilano Rd, St. Augustine, FL — BYOB — Experience a lively cruise with drinks, dancing, and stunning river views in St. Augustine.

Jailbreak 5K

8-10 a.m. — Old Jail Museum — Registration $25-$45 — Escape St. Augustine with a scenic 5K running route benefiting local education.

Pete Frampton Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of Pete Frampton live in concert.

Southern Fried Chicken Night

4-7 p.m. — St. Augustine Shriners Club — Enjoy a delicious Southern Fried Chicken meal with friends and family.

Ellis Paul Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets $29.02-$39.99 — Enjoy a captivating live performance in a cozy beachfront setting.