Good morning, St. Augustine.

St. Augustine is buzzing with events this weekend, including tonight's Life-Changing Chili Cook-Off at the Tringali Barn and Saturday’s Light-Up!

Night at Parque de Menendez—local races, art shows and a scenic garage sale along A1A continue through Nov. 29. Residents can join runs at Anastasia State Park and take part in many other community programs scheduled over the coming days.

A judge approved the sale of Marineland Dolphin Adventure to a team led by former manager Felicia Cook and dolphin researcher Jack Kassewitz to keep the park as a marine life facility instead of letting it be developed.

The sale will close on Dec. 5—supported by community donors and benefactors—and the group plans to expand research and educational programs at the park.

The City of St. Augustine has updated its parking plan for Nights of Lights to ease traffic by boosting free shuttle service hours and expanding satellite parking while imposing a $100 fine for illegal residential parking — the new policy also raises downtown facility fees to $40 when shuttles run.

A ULA Atlas V rocket carrying Viasat’s broadband spacecraft is set to launch today at 10:04 p.m. ET from Cape Canaveral — if weather holds, residents from St. Augustine to Miami may see the rocket light up the sky during its 44-minute launch window ending at 10:48 p.m. ET.

A 44-year-old father died during dental implant surgery at a Ponte Vedra office on Oct.

10, and his family has filed a complaint with the Florida Department of Health while demanding tighter rules after learning the dentist used a false name and had previous disciplinary issues—tests and investigations remain pending.

Two local couples—John and Bernadette Hashtak and Steve and Pam Kerlin—say that regular self-exams from the Buddy Check 12 program helped find early stage breast cancer when a lump was discovered during a monthly check.

They recall riding in a 1957 Chevy and have raised over $1,000 for the Buddy Bus while staying active at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Mandarin.

Several St. Augustine restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving and will offer special dishes like turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce instead of their usual menus.

Some eateries need online reservations and offer fixed-price menus so diners should plan ahead (confirm details by phone) and check menu options (verify ordering steps) before visiting.

The Florida High School Athletic Association football playoffs will start Nov.

14 with several games in St. Johns County. In one game, St. Augustine will host Panama City Beach Arnold at 7:30 p.m.—local teams are set to compete as experts favor St. Augustine after a tough loss last week.

Seth Walker Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets $34.51-$45.48 — Enjoy a captivating live performance in a cozy beachside setting.

Endless Summer 10K & 5K

8:15-10:30 a.m. — Anastasia State Park — Check website for fees — Celebrate the 22nd Anniversary with a scenic run/walk along the beautiful coastline.

Saint Augustine Tour: Cocktails and History

2:30 hours — 115 Cordova St, St. Augustine — $69 — Discover the rich history of the nation's oldest city while enjoying refreshing cocktails at each stop.

Live Performance by Jimmy Carpenter Band

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets from $26.58 — Enjoy a night of live music with the Jimmy Carpenter Band at a local favorite spot.

Jordan Tice Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Waterworks — $25 — Enjoy a night honoring Gamble Rogers with a performance by the talented Jordan Tice.

Ashes And Arrows Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Tickets from $44.38 — Enjoy a night of live music with Ashes And Arrows in a cozy beachside setting.

Shut Up & Run 5K

8-10:30 a.m. — Treaty Park — $35 — Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with a community-run fundraising event benefiting local charities.

Toronzo Cannon Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering — Check venue for ticket info — Enjoy a live performance by Toronzo Cannon in a lively beachside atmosphere.

St. Augustine Amateur Golf Event

7:00 – 8:30 a.m. — St. Johns Golf Club — Participate in friendly competition with fellow golf enthusiasts.

Mistletoe Market 2025

8 PM – 12 AM — David Weekley Model Home — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local food trucks, vendors, and exciting prizes in a festive atmosphere.