Soldiers recreate the drama and precision associated with firing historic black powder weapons along with daily life at this Spanish outpost. Cannon demonstrations will take place during the regularly scheduled tours except for the 9:30 am and 4:30 pm tours.
Fort Matanzas National Monument, 904-471-0116
Mount Pleasant Holiday Farmers Market and Craft Show – Mount Pleasant, S.C.
Mount Pleasant Holiday Market and Festival will again delight residents and visitors on Saturday, December 8, from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. The Festival is a combination of locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, hot food and homemade preserves. Hand crafted gifts by more than 75 local artisans will include Christmas ornaments, glass work, lighthouses, whimsical holiday crafts, doll clothing, and original art by locally recognized potters, painters and photographers. Live entertainment with a holiday twist will flow through the market. Due to ongoing construction at Moultrie Middle School, the location of the Holiday Farmers Market and Craft Show has been relocated to the Mount Pleasant Municipal Complex.
Children activities will include face painting, a jump castle and a visit with Santa Claus. Santa will ride a 1941 Ford fire engine to the market where he will listen to Christmas wishes and hand out candy canes from the back of the fire truck.
Dark of the Moon Tour at the Lighthouse – St Augustine, Florida
November 23rd, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum will offer the Dark of the Moon Tour starting at 7:30 p.m.
This hour and a half long tour allows visitors to venture into the Keepers’ House and Tower at night, learn about the history of the St. Augustine Light Station, listen to paranormal tales, and experience darkness inside the St. Augustine Lighthouse.
Space is limited and reservations are required. To reserve your space call Faith at (904) 829-0745 x-207. The cost is $25 per adult and $20 per child. All reservations must be cancelled 24-hours in advance. Children must be at least 7 years old and 44 inches tall to climb the tower.
St Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, 81 Lighthouse Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Call 904.829.0745 for more information or visit St Augustine Lighthouse website
Christmas Tour of Homes – St Augustine, Florida
Enjoy “Christmas Under the Oaks,†the St. Augustine Garden Club’s annual tour that will showcase seven homes located on in St. Augustine’s north city/Fullerwood area. These beautiful historic early 20th century Florida style homes, welcome you to enjoy a taste of nostalgia in the colorful floral decorations. All decorations and floral arrangements throughout the tour will be composed of natural materials designed and hand crafted by members of The Garden Club of St. Augustine. In addition, your ticket includes a delightful tea at the Mark V. Lance National Guard Armory on San Marco Avenue where quality-crafted items made by Garden Club members will be available for purchase. Tours begin at the Nombre de Dios Mission parking area on San Marco Avenue.
Limited parking will be available at the parking lot of the Mission of Nombre de Dios (located between Ocean Ave. and Pine Street on San Marco Ave).
Red Train trolleys will transport visitors from the parking area to the Tour of Homes locations on Nelmar Ave., Macaris Street, Rainey Ave. and Bay View Drive.
A complimentary Red Train will also transport guests from the Downtown Parking Facility to the Mission of Nombre de Dios Parking Lot, where they will then be able to connect with the Tour Trains. The last Trains of the day will leave the Mission of Nombre de Dios Parking Lot and the Mark W. Lance National Guard Armory at 5:20pm.
Please note — this is a walking tour.
noon to 5 p.m.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 day of tour
Call 904.794.0174 or visit the Garden Club of St Augustine website for more information.
St Augustine Beach Surf Illumination – St Augustine, Florida
Light up your evening when the Surf Illumination complements the seasonal lighting of A1A Beach Boulevard on St. Augustine Beach. The event includes the ceremonial lighting of the seasonal tree by the Mayor. Food and beverages are offered by local restaurants and many local arts and crafts vendors provide convenient shopping for the holiday season. Santa, musical performers and traditional carolers make it fun for all. This season’s lighting will be expanded to illuminate four buildings and most of the trees at Pier Park, creating St. Augustine Beach’s winter wonderland.
For more information, please call 904.471.1686 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com