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December 6 - January 31 (Saturdays Only) Nights of Lights & Holiday Traditions Plaza Stroll Tour Saint Augustine hosts a free Nights of Lights & Holiday Traditions walking tour to take in the amazing views while learning the historical significance of these ‘white lights’ and exploring how this colonial-era tradition has become a famous modern day spectacle not to be missed. Tours depart at 7 p.m. from the Tour Saint Augustine office, 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineCityWalks.com December 7 46th Annual Garden Club Christmas Tour of Homes This annual tour showcases holiday decorations at a selection of St. Augustine’s most outstanding private homes. This year’s theme is “Christmas in the Ancient City.” Enjoy a taste of nostalgia in the colorful and natural floral decorations and arrangements designed and hand crafted by members of The Garden Club of St. Augustine. A delightful tea is included in the ticket price. The tour takes place from noon - 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 and should be purchased in advance because of limited availability; $30 the day of the tour. 904797-0660 http://gardenclubofstaugustine.org/tourofhomes.html December 7 Divas Half Marathon and 5K Run Like a Diva in this fun and glam women’s running series! The series comes to St. Augustine Beach with a 7 a.m. half marathon and a 7:25 a.m. 5K -- both starting and finishing at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier.  These exciting races each i nclude a Boa and Tiara Station just before the finish line so runners can finish like a Diva.  Plus, the event features a 2-day Health & Fitness Boutique. Awards given to the top three finishers in 14 age groups ranging from 14 and under to 75+. Register online and book a hotel for the weekend!  $100 for Divas Half Marathon; $65 for the Divas 5K.  350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, www.runlikeadiva.com  December 10 & 12 5th Annual Candlelight Tour of Villa Zorayda Experience a holiday Candlelight Tour of St. Augustine’s beautiful Villa Zorayda Museum. A spectacular Christmas tree and over 100 candles are aglow throughout the museum. The tour starts at 6 p.m. and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Admission of $15 for adults; Children 7 - 12 are $6. Children 4 - 6 are free. The candlelight tours are not recommended for children 3 and under. 83 King St., St. Augustine. 904-829-9887 www.villazorayda.com 28