November 25 Dolphin Walk at Vilano Beach Join a St. Johns County Master Naturalist for a guided beach walk to learn about the dolphins in our area. This free walk leaves from the Vilano Beach Pavilion at 5:30 p. m., reservations required. 2752 Anahma Dr., St. Augustine. www. sjcfl. us / recreation
November 27 Shut Up & Run 5K at Treaty Park The race begins at 8 a. m. and proceeds to benefit three local charities: St. Francis House, Ancient City Road Runners, and Don’ s Friends. Registration is $ 35. 1595 Wildwood Dr., St. Augustine. www. runsignup. com / Race / FL / SaintAugustine / SUAR
November 27 First Coast Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run Kick off Thanksgiving morning with the First Coast Turkey Trot 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run at 8:30 a. m. Starting and finishing at Mickler’ s Landing in Ponte Vedra Beach. Registration is $ 30- $ 40. 1106-1110 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. www. runsignup. com / Race / FL / PonteVedraBeach / SaintJohnsCountyTurkeyTrot
November 28 – December 21 Christmas Experience at Ancient City Farmstead The Farmstead comes alive with nightly lighting ceremonies of the region’ s tallest decorated Christmas tree. Visit Santa in his workshop, roast marshmallows around the giant fire pit, and join in free reindeer games with prizes. Florida’ s only outdoor skating rink brings extra holiday magic— free onsite parking. Tickets are $ 15- $ 25. Open Fridays from 5-9 p. m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 3-9 p. m. 395 St. Marks Pond Blvd., St. Augustine. www. ancientcitychristmas. com
November 28 Queensrÿche performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Doors open at 6 p. m., the show starts at 7 p. m. Tickets are $ 69.80- $ 131.60. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. www. pvconcerthall. com
November 28 Monticelli performs at Colonial Oak Music Park Enjoy free live music in a family and pet-friendly setting from 7-10 p. m. 21 St. George St., St. Augustine. www. thecolonialoakmusicpark. com
November 29 Wild Tides, Life between the Dunes & The Sea: Guided Paddle in Anastasia State Park Join a one-hour guided tour with wildlife experts to explore the area’ s rich ecosystem and spot dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, and seabirds. Tours depart at 9 a. m. Cost: $ 50 with rental, $ 40 with your own boat, $ 25 for kids, plus park entry. 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine. www. anastasiastatepark. com
November 29 Art Walk at the Beach Stroll down A1A Beach Boulevard and visit local artists at parkettes and outside local businesses. Starts at St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. www. staugbch. com / events / page / sab-events
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