Good morning, St. Augustine.

HGTV named St. Augustine one of the best places to visit this holiday season for its free Nights of Lights display, which features millions of twinkling lights along historic streets.

The display runs nightly from dusk until Jan. 11.

On Dec. 2, the St Johns County Board of County Commissioners voted to amend ordinances at parks and beaches to now include cigarette butts and vaping paraphernalia as litter (violations carry a $53 fine), supporting ongoing conservation efforts.

Prohibition Kitchen is a speakeasy-themed steakhouse on St. George Street that serves premium cuts, burgers, and handspun milkshakes plus live music in a restored theater built of reclaimed materials.

Jaguars punter Logan Cooke is the team nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, and his on-field philanthropy (donating $1,000 per punt for clean water) will be highlighted when the team faces the Colts on Dec.

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Dream Big! Foundation Golf Tournament

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — St. Johns Golf & Country Club — Registration fee includes golf and lunch — Tee off for a great cause supporting families in need during cancer treatment.

Coyote Island Concert

6-10 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — $28.41 — Experience a vibrant blend of folk, reggae, and psychedelia by Maine's Coyote Island.

Ax and the Hatchetmen Live Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Tickets available via UNATION — Experience the energetic performance of Ax and the Hatchetmen in a charming outdoor venue.

Family Seining Adventure

9-11 a.m. — Guana River Dam — $3 vehicle parking — Experience hands-on learning as you catch and discover local aquatic life at Guana Lake.

St. Augustine Bird Expo

9 AM – 3 PM — Renaissance World Golf Village Convention Center — Entry fee likely required — Discover a wide array of supplies, birds, and fun for bird enthusiasts.

Performances of The Nutcracker

2-5 p.m. — Lewis Auditorium, Flagler College — $35.00-$50.00 — Experience the holiday classic with local dancers and guest artists in a festive performance.

Night Under the Stars

5-7 p.m. — St. Johns County Equestrian Center — Free entry — Explore the night sky and learn about constellations with the Ancient City Astronomy Club.

Light Up the NIGHT! Fireworks Show 2025

8:30-10:00 p.m. — St. Johns County Ocean Pier & Courts Park — Free entry — Ring in the New Year early with a spectacular seaside fireworks celebration.