March 28 Vilano Bridge Run 5K & 10K The 5K and 10K races begin at 8 a. m. from the North Shores Community Park. Registration ranges from $ 35- $ 45. 120 Meadow Ave., St. Augustine. www. 1stplacesports. com / races / vilanobridgerun
March 28 Founders Day: The Founding of Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose Witness the processions, pageantry, ceremony and cannon salutes surrounding the official founding of Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose, or‘ Fort Mose,’ in 1738. This marks the 285th anniversary of the historic event that established Fort Mose as the first legally sanctioned free Black community in North America. Founders Day takes place from 10 a. m.- noon. Admission to the event is free; however, there is a charge of $ 3 for adults who wish to explore the Visitors Center museum; children 5 and under enter free. 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine. www. fortmose. org
March 28 Artisan Festival at First Coast Cultural Center Shop a curated selection of one-of-a-kind, handmade treasures from 10:30 a. m.-4 p. m. Admission is free. 6000 Sawgrass Village Cir., Ste. B, Ponte Vedra Beach. www. firstcoastculturalcenter. org
March 28 Watchhouse performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Doors open at 7 p. m., the show starts at 8 p. m. Tickets are $ 55.91- $ 86.24. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. www. pvconcerthall. com
March 28 & 29 2026 Flower & Garden Expo Growers, nurseries and artisans from around the state offer shoppers a wide array of horticulture including olive trees, aquatic plants, herbs, ferns, succulents, citrus, colorful flowering plants, gardening accessories, art and more. Admission is $ 5 per person, which is valid for both days of the Expo( Children are admitted for free). Hours are Saturday, 9 a. m.-5 p. m. and Sunday, 10 a. m.-3 p. m. Sykes Family Farms, 5995 Brough Rd., Elkton. www. epicbh. org / flower-garden-expo
March 28 & 29 Old Town Art Show The show will feature a showcase of nearly 100 juried artisans and master craftsmen who will exhibit their carefully created jewelry, pottery, paintings, fiber art, glass art, sculpture, photography, wood and more. Admission is free. Show hours are 10 a. m.-4 p. m. 25 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. www. OldTownArtShow. com
March 29 Palm Sunday Mass followed by the Blessing of the Fleet Experience this annual event where watercraft decorated with flags and buntings receive a special blessing from the Bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine. The ceremony follows the 10 a. m. Palm Sunday Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. The procession to the St. Augustine Municipal Marina for blessings begins at noon. 38 Cathedral Place and 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine. www. staugustineyachtclub. com
March 30 Royal Knighting Ceremony This annual tradition started in 1969 to recognize those in the community that go above and beyond to promote St. Augustine and its rich history. Watch as Queen Marianna bestows this honor to some well deserving locals. The ceremony begins at 6 p. m. in the West Courtyard of the Cathedral Basilica, 38 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine. www. oldestcityeaster. org
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