Tuesday: December 11

Candlelight Tours of Villa Zorayda

Explore the beautiful Villa Zorayda during an evening Candlelight Tour. Guided candlelight tour begins at 5:30 p.m. 83 King Street, St. Augustine. Tickets are $16 for adults and $8 for children 7 -12, children 4 -6 are free (not recommended for children under 3). www.villaZorayda.com

Handel's Messiah

The UNF Chamber Singers and Chamber Orchesta present Handel's Messiah at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall at 7 p.m. Tickets for the show are $5 for members of the Friends of Ponte Vedra Concert Hall and $10 for general public. www.PVConcertHall.com.

Tuesday and Thursday:  December 11 & 13

Emma Concert Series: Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops

The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra will regale St. Augustine with the ever popular Holiday Pops concerts at 8 p.m. at the Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine. Tickets are $30 per person. www.emmaconcerts.com

Historic Weapons Demonstrations at Fort Matanzas

Take the National Park Service's ferry to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort Matanzas - the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine.  From 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort.  Admission is free.  Fort Matanzas National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine.  904.471.0116 NPS.Gov/foma

Thursday: December 13

Winter Chorus Concert

SJCCA Center for the arts at St. Augustine High presents their annual Winter Chorus Concert. The evening is filled with holiday favorites, culminating in the Hallelujah Chorus. St. Augustine High School, 3205 Varella Avenue. Tickets are $5 at the door. 904-547-8530

Fort Matanzas Pioneer Barn, 259 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine will host this one-man presentation of this Christmas classic. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.  The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday  904-824-8874 oldfloridamuseum.com 

Limelight Theatre Presents Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings

Through January 6, Christmas classics delight as well as audience favorites featuring the Rockettes and the Chipmunks! This holiday show is truly heaven-sent! Located at 11 Old Mission Avenue, performances will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are priced at $25 for adults; $22 for seniors; and $20 for students and active-duty military. 904-825-1164  www.limelight-theatre.org    

Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks 
Singer-songwriter Dan Hicks deftly blends elements of Swing, Jazz, Folk and Country music to create the appealing sound he sometimes calls "Folk Jazz." The concert takes place at 7 p.m. at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $30 and $35. 904-209-3700 pvconcerthall.com 

Amahl and the Night Visitors Opera

The holiday classic, Amahl and the Night Visitors, a 50 minute opera that tells the story of the night the Three Kings, following the star to Bethlehem will take place at St. Anastasia Catholic Church 5205 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. Free parking. Tickets are $15 for adults and children 12 and under are free with an adult. (904) 471-5364

Santa's Village

Santa's Village is open at 3 Cordova Street in St. Augustine. From 6 to 9 p.m. guests can visit with Santa, make a craft, enjoy hot cocoa, sing holiday karaoke, play reindeer games or enjoy a movie. Admission is $3, or FREE with the purchase of Red Train Sightseeing or Nights of Lights Tour. 904-824-1606

Nights of Lights Wine and Carriage Tour

Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and meander the historic streets on this 45 minute tour. While enjoying the spectacular light display, indulge in a bottle of delicious boutique wine (red or white). Tours depart from Isabella's Cuban Bar at 19 Cuna Street, at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $46 per person - Adults only! 904-386-5482 www.thetastingtours.com 

St. Augustine Eco Tours Kayaking Adventure

  

St. Augustine Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

The St. Augustine Ballet will perform The Nutcracker at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada Street, Saint Augustine. This magical musical event features elegant costumes, custom-designed scenery, professional dancers and local celebrities, including the Mayor of Saint Augustine. Performances are at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets range from $15 to $30. http://www.saintaugustineballet.com

St. Augustine Orchestra Concert "Christmas Around the World"

The St. Augustine Orchestra Concert will perform festive works from around the world in the Lightner Museum's Antique Courtyard, 25 Granada Street, at 8 p.m. on Saturday Admission is $15 at the door. The encore performance is on Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Dr. in Ponte Vedra Beach. Admission to Sunday's concert is $10 at the door. Children 12 years old and younger are admitted free.  http://www.staugustineorchestra.org 

Brunch with Santa 

Rickie Lee Jones Performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

Rickie Lee Jones will entertain with her musical style, a unique blend fusion of folk, jazz, and R&B,at 8 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, located at 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $46 and $56. PVConcertHall.com

Sixth Annual Compassion 5K Run /Walk

The "Compassion 5K" is an "out-and-back" style course with rolling changes in topography. This event will raise money to help ease the financial burden of families living with crisis. This 5K starts at 8 a.m. from 49 Shores Boulevard in St. Augustine. Registration is $25. compassion5k.org

The Dressing of the Palms

Be there when dozens of Vilano Beach palms will be judged on the basis of the holiday decorations they display. Palms have been "adopted" by local businesses and residents who then use their imagination to come up with entertaining holiday decorations for each. The judging takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Vilano Beach Town Center. For details, call 904.910.8386.

 

Washington Oaks State Gardens Plant Sale

The Friends of Washington Oaks will hold their Second Saturday plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Washington Oaks State Gardens, 6400 Oceanshore Blvd. (A1A) in Palm Coast. Visitors can also enjoy a garden tour of the park at 1 p.m. Regular park entrance fees apply during the event. 386-446-6780

Buddy Guy and Jonny Lang Concert

Blues legends Buddy Guy and Jonny Lang will perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35.00 to $69.50. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Call 904-209-0367 or 800-745-3000. staugamphitheatre.com

Steve Forbert and Carrie Rodriguez                        

As part of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall "Saucer Series",, Steve Forbert and Carrie Rodriguez will perform at 8 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall located at 1050 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $30 and $35. pvconcerthall.com 904-209-0399

Old City Music Fest

The St. Augustine Market Place, located at 2495 SR 207 at I-95 in St. Augustine, will host a fun-filled day of relaxation and musical performances featuring Country and Southern Rock legends, Charlie Daniels Band, .38 Special, Gloriana, Craig Morgan and many more. This exciting day of great southern music, food and people will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project in their mission to honor and empower wounded service members. The Festival will take place from 1 to 10 p.m. (Market opens at 10 a.m.) Advance tickets are $29 - $89 per person. http://www.oldcitymusicfest.com 

To honor our nation's Veterans, the Florida Park Service is granting free entry to all visitors for the day. Activities for the day include complimentary grilled hot dogs, roving displays about the Friends of Anastasia State Park and the park from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and a guided bird walk from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Anastasia State Park is located at 1340A A1A in St. Augustine 904-461-2033

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Free Admission to St. Augustine Lighthouse for Veterans and Active Duty Military

St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, 81 Lighthouse Avenue, will offer FREE admission to all Veterans & Active Duty Military from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will also be a Ceremony to Honor Veterans from 3 to 4 p.m. http://www.StAugustineLighthouse.org 

November 2-4, 2012

Women's Exchange Fall Luncheon

Enjoy a very special luncheon in the Gardens of the historic Pena-Peck House. Presented by the Women's Exchange, the luncheon includes a special Christmas Shop.   Doors to the Christmas Shop open at 10:30 a.m., and the luncheon is served at noon.  Tickets are $25 and include a $5 coupon for shopping. The Pena-Peck House is located at 143 St. George Street in St. Augustine. For menus and additional luncheon dates, visit the The Women;s Exchange Facebook Page or call 904-829-5064.

First Friday Art Walk

Enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at more than 20 St. Augustine art galleries.  Park for free at the San Sebastian Winery, 157 King Street, where sightseeing trains and trolleys offer free round-trips to the heart of the art district - or go on your own self-guided art walk.  Galleries are open from 5 to 9 p.m. Don't miss the award-winning gown created from Whetstone chocolates and candy wrappers by fashion designer Dragana Bubic. This amazing gown will be on display at Whetstone Chocolates on King Street; meet artist Colby Trenkelbach at Rembrandtz; see the latest works by Claire J. Kendrick at the Worley Faver Gallery, 11 A Aviles Street; and don't miss the opening of the new Jacksonville Watercolor Society Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association Gallery, 21 Marine Street. For more information on Art Walk, call 904.829.0065 or visit www.artgalleriesofstaugustine.com 

Gamble Rogers Family Legacy Concert

This Gamble Rogers Folk Festival legacy concert features talented youthful voices. Each young star will perform with one of their parents, demonstrating how the musical legacy is passed from one generation to the next. The concert takes place at the Lohman Auditorium at Whitney Lab, on A1A at Marineland. Doors open at 6:30 and the concert starts at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 and $20 at the door. 904 794 4163

HEART with special guest Shawn Colvin

HEART with special guest Shawn Colvin will perform at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S  at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $29 to $79. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 904-471-1965.www.staugamphitheatre.com  

Hundred Waters and Le Blorr

Le Bloor and Hundred Waters open St. Augustine's exciting new concert and music venue, The Standard. Located at 200 Anastasia Boulevard, tickets are only $10  More details can be found at The Standard's Facebook Page or by calling 321-412-6191.

Escape the hustle & bustle of modern life with an excursion on a 27' catamaran that plies the picturesque waters of the Matanzas River. Small groups mean each person has a front row seat to take in the beautiful scenery of the nation's oldest city on this 2-hour sail. Possible wildlife sightings include dolphins and shorebirds.   Afternoon and evening departures seven days/week. $45/adults and $35/kids. Call (904) 377-7245 to make your reservations!

Supper with The Spirits