Travel back over 260 years to see and hear the simple daily chore of securing the Ancient City for the night. Twilight time in colonial St. Augustine sees soldiers guarding the town dismissed for the night, as their replacements arrive to take over guarding Government House.
Dark of the Moon Tour – St Augustine Lighthouse, Florida
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.
Historic Weapons Firing Demonstration – St. Augustine, Florida
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 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort.
Location: Fort Matanzas National Monument
Admission: Free
904.471.0116
Changing of the Guard – St Augustine, Florida
Witness twilight time in colonial St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town are dismissed for the night, and their replacements arrive to take over guarding Government House. The commander of the new watch puts the replacement soldiers through a rigorous drill before they take over their posts. The retiring soldiers are ordered to clear their weapons with the command of “Disparen!†The resounding blast of musket fire assures 18th century St. Augustine that the changing of the guard has taken place and the town is safe for the night.
Location: Plaza de la Constitucion- Government House
Hours: 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Music by the Sea Concert Series – St Augustine, Florida
Bring your chair and appetite to enjoy a live music performance by Out of Hand and local flavors from Panama Hatties.
St. Augustine Beach Pier Pavilion
Hours: 7 to 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
904.471.1686
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