St. Augustine/Palm Coast

St. Augustine Family Events Calendar

The Fun 4 Auggie Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in St. Augustine. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit an Event

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July

Family fun events like festivals, carnivals, fairs, family fun days and more.

Events and programs for families with kids with special needs.

Races, walks, 5Ks that kids and families can participate in.

Tours and informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Family friendly shows and concerts.

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions and casting calls for productions and performances in need of kids under 18; and tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category.

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams.

One time classes open to kids and families.

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Holiday events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Ongoing family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

Show events from all categories

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Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Youth Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

National Park Service: Free Entry Day

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park: First Friday Garden Walk

Join a Ranger the First Friday of every month for a garden walk. Learn about the history of Washington Oaks ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Furs, Fins, Feathers & Fun

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

National Park Service: Free Entry Day

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to ...

Home Depot: Free In-Store Kids Woodworking Workshop

Join us on the First Saturday of the month for a free in store kids workshop while supplies last. Each ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

National Park Service: Free Entry Day

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Prohibition Kitchen: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 119 St George St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Code Ninjas Ponte Vedra Beach: Minecraft Summer Camp

Join us for a week of Minecraft! This camp is from July 6th-July 10th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Johns: Minecraft Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about Minecraft! This camp is from July 6th-July 10th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Augustine: Roblox Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about Roblox! This camp is from July 6th-July 10th, 2026.

KidStrong Camp

KidStrong Camps feature certified coaches to help build confidence with high-energy fun and physical activities your kid will love. This is ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Location: 1385 Saint Johns Pkwy, Suite 102-104, Saint Johns, FL 32259
  • Cost: $300
  • Website: stjohns.kidstrong.com
  • Category: Classes

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Youth Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Dragons, Unicorns & Dinosaurs

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Downtown Hastings: Cars & Caffeine

Happening every 2nd Saturday from 8–10 AM in downtown Hastings. Enjoy fresh brews from Hastings Coffee Co. and Hastings Nutrition on ...

GTM Research Reserve: Family Seining

Join GTM Research Reserve on the second Saturday of each month for a guided family seining activity. Pull a seine ...

Lowes: DIY-U Kids Workshop: Mini Toy Box

Keep treasures safe and organized with this Mini Toy Box project! Kids will build and decorate a functional storage box ...

Friends of Washington Oaks Gardens State Park: Second Saturday Plant Sale

Join the Friends of Washington Oaks on the Second Saturday of each month from 10am to 1pm for unique, Florida ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Prohibition Kitchen: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 119 St George St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Code Ninjas Ponte Vedra Beach: Roblox Summer Camp

Join us for a week of Roblox! This camp is from July 13th-July 17th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Johns: Minecraft Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about Minecraft! This camp is from July 13th-July 17th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Augustine: 3D Modeling Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about 3D Modeling! This camp is from July 13th-July 17th, 2026.

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Cut Up & Sew Palm Coast: Sewing Studio

Description: This is a day for you to work on all those projects you haven't had time to finish up! ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Youth Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: The Great Outdoors

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Redefined Food Co.: Name That Tune

3rd Friday of every month!

GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration

Join GTM Research Reserve docents for a beach walk. Learn about the animals that call the beach their home, plus ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Cut Up & Sew: Stitch & Sew Monthly Club Via Zoom

Join us every first Saturday of the month for a fun and inspiring community sewing day! Toni will be your ...

Cut Up & Sew Palm Coast: Hand Stitch & Sew Monthly Club

HAND sewists sign up. Join us every first Saturday of the month for a fun and inspiring community sewing day! Toni ...

Cut Up & Sew Palm Coast: Stitch & Sew Machine Monthly Club

Join us every first Saturday of the month for a fun and inspiring community sewing day! Toni will be your ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Earth Kinship Kayak Tours & Nature Education: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

Prohibition Kitchen: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 119 St George St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Code Ninjas Ponte Vedra Beach: LEGO Robotics Summer Camp

Join us for a week of LEGO Robotics! This camp is from July 20th-July 24th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Johns: Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about Coding and Code Drones! This camp is from July 20th-July 24th, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Augustine: Minecraft Modding Summer Camp

This camp is the ultimate playground for kids who dream of altering and enhancing their Minecraft worlds. This camp is from ...

KidStrong Camp

KidStrong Camps feature certified coaches to help build confidence with high-energy fun and physical activities your kid will love. This is ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Location: 1385 Saint Johns Pkwy, Suite 102-104, Saint Johns, FL 32259
  • Cost: $300
  • Website: stjohns.kidstrong.com
  • Category: Classes

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Youth Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Fun Coast Down Syndrome Association: Movie Night

Kick back and watch a movie with your friends!

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Cartoon Characters

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Hammock Community Center: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Picnic Shelter behind the Hammock Community Center, 79 Malacompra Rd Palm Coast, FL 32137
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

GTM Research Reserve: Monthly Beach Cleanup

Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions where gloves and trash bags will be provided. You ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Gamble Rogers State Park: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 3100 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL 32136
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

the link: Kids Night Out

Kids Ages 5–11 Only. Open to Members & Non-Members. IMPORTANT REMINDERS: No electronic devices: This means no cell phones, iPads, or gaming devices. ...

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument: Historic Weapon Demonstrations

Saturdays and Sundays until mid-October we will be offering cannon firing demonstrations in Spanish and English! Cannon demonstrations take place ...

  • 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Location: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S. Castillo Dr., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Adults $15.00 (Ages 16 and Up) | Children Free (Ages 15 and Under)
  • Website: www.nps.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Prohibition Kitchen: Acoustic Jam

Fourth Friday FREE Acoustic Jam Bring your Acoustic stringed Instrument (Please, No amplifiers), a snack and a drink, and a folding ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 119 St George St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: flaglerjam.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Code Ninjas Ponte Vedra Beach: Minecraft Summer Camp

Join us for a week of Minecraft! This camp is from July 27th-July 31st, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Johns: LEGO Robotics Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about LEGO Robotics! This camp is from July 27th-July 31st, 2026.

Code Ninjas St. Augustine: AI Summer Camp

Join us for a week all about AI! This camp is from July 27th-July 31st, 2026.

KidStrong Camp

KidStrong Camps feature certified coaches to help build confidence with high-energy fun and physical activities your kid will love. This is ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Location: 1385 Saint Johns Pkwy, Suite 102-104, Saint Johns, FL 32259
  • Cost: $300
  • Website: stjohns.kidstrong.com
  • Category: Classes

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Youth Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

St. Augustine Family YMCA: Karate

At the Y, participants in our martial arts program will learn more than self-defense and meditation. Beyond the basics of ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Afternoon Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

Creative Me Art Studio: Summer Break Art Camp Morning Session: Bears, Bears Everywhere!

Two sessions available: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. *** Sorry, no full day sessions. We’ll ...

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