November 30 Thankful Mermaids at St . Augustine Aquarium Join the Thankful Mermaids at the St . Augustine Aquarium for a magical meet and greet . From 9 a . m . -4 p . m ., visitors can interact with the mermaids and enjoy a memorable day under the sea . Admission is $ 14.99 for adults , $ 9.99 for children , and free for kids 2 and under . 2045 State Rd . 16 , St . Augustine . www . saaquarium . com
November 30 Teddy Bear Tea at Vernon ’ s at Sawgrass Marriott Bring the little ones for a heartwarming holiday tradition that includes a festive feast featuring a selection of savory and sweet holiday treats , cocoa , and tea in a beautiful setting . Each child will receive a special teddy bear . Tickets are $ 55 for adults and $ 30 for children . 1000 TPC Blvd ., Ponte Vedra Beach . 904-280-3405 www . opentable . com / vernons-restaurant
November 30 – December 21 Vilano Holiday Village Presented by Vilano Beach Main Street , the St . Johns County Tourist Development Council , and the St . Johns Cultural Council . Join the Vilano Holiday Village , where an 18-foot Christmas Tree shines as the centerpiece Vilano Beach Main Street . Enjoy music , local authors , delectable food , and a Christmas Artisan Market for unique gifts . Santa and Mrs . Claus will make special appearances . Vilano Rd ., St . Augustine . www . vilanobeachfl . com / events
November 30 - December 1 Hastings Main Street Fall Festival of Art Discover the Hastings Main Street Fall Festival of Art , showcasing fine artists working in painting , glass , pottery , fiber , photography , and jewelry . The downtown area comes alive with art , live music , a cottage industry vendor area , food trucks , a kids ’ zone , and live art demonstrations . This family-friendly event runs on Saturday from 10 a . m . -4 p . m . and Sunday from 10 a . m . -3 p . m . Admission is free . North Main Street , Hastings . www . hastingsfl . org / festival-of-art
DECEMBER
December 1 – 31 Marineland Christmas Conservation Celebration Celebrate the season with the Christmas Conservation Celebration at Marineland . Through December 20 beautifully decorated Christmas trees will be on display . Admission is $ 20 per person and the trees are on display daily until 5 p . m . 9600 Oceanshore Blvd ., Marineland . 407-563-4701 www . marineland . net
December 1 Sandy Claus 5 & 10-Mile Races Lace up your sneakers for the annual Sandy Claus Races . Races begin at 7 a . m . from the Nocatee Field Station next to Splash Park . Registration is $ 15- $ 50 . 245 Nocatee Center Pkwy ., Ponte Vedra . www . runsignup . com / Race / FL / PonteVedra / SandyClauseHalfMarathon
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