Good morning, St. Augustine.

St. Augustine’s monthly event list features a variety of community activities including family storytime today at Vaill Point Park, a cold case symposium, music festivals and cultural celebrations scheduled throughout October—many offering live music, art workshops and interactive displays at local parks and historic sites.

Delightful Development, LLC placed the highest bid of $7.1 million for Marineland Dolphin Adventure after the Dolphin Company filed for bankruptcy this spring, double the $3.5 million offered by Hutson Companies.

The sale will be approved by the court on October 27 (the buyer's plans for the historic 87-year-old attraction and its dolphins remain unknown).

AC Hotel St. Augustine opened today in Lincolnville along the San Sebastian River and offers 142 guest rooms, a fitness center, an outdoor lounge pool, and 1,500 square feet of event space—managed by McKibbon Hospitality and developed by Asante Asset Management.

The modern hotel is within walking distance of local dining and historic sites.

Adventure Landing in Jacksonville Beach closed its doors after 30 years due to a brief timeframe given to cease operations, according to owner Hank Woodburn—while the St. Augustine park remains open to honor credits and tokens from the closed location.

La Casa Studios, a new podcast and visual arts production space at 33 King Street, will open on Saturday, Oct.

18 from 6 to 8 p.m. The $1 million renovated facility features state-of-the-art equipment and rotating art exhibits — a creative hub for local artists and entrepreneurs.

Florida football faces a shortage in its secondary on Oct.

18 for its homecoming game against Mississippi State at 4:15 p.m. on SEC Network — as starting safety Jordan Castell and cornerback Cormani McClain are questionable while cornerback Dijon Johnson and defensive back Aaron Gates are out for the season.

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.

KISS Alive! Tribute Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — $31.15 — Experience thrilling KISS tribute performance with fire-breathing and rock music.

Shwayze Live Performance

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — $28.41 — Experience a night of rap and music with Shwayze, a celebrated artist from Southern California.

Historic Lincolnville Festival

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau — Free admission to museums on Friday — Celebrate music, history, food, and family fun during a lively weekend festival.