February 24-26 Cathedral Festival One of the area’ s largest festivals features rides, games, bingo, a silent auction, food, beverages, fireworks and favorite local bands playing each day. The festival takes place at the Mission Nombre de Dios beginning at 5 p. m. on Friday and noon on Saturday and Sunday. Fireworks go off Saturday at 9 p. m. See website for entertainment schedule. General admission is $ 5. Tickets for rides are $ 1 each. Most rides take 4-6 tickets. 27 Ocean Ave., St. Augustine 904-829-2933 www. thecathedralfestival. com
February 24-April 7 Art of Healing Exhibition This exhibition is hosted by The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach and features body painting by Heather Aguilera in the Main Gallery. Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, 9 a. m.-5 p. m. and Saturday 10 a. m.-4 p. m. 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-280-0614 www. ccpvb. org
February 24-April 7 Watercolor Society Exhibition This exhibition is hosted by The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach and is on display in the Scene Gallery. Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday to Friday 9 a. m.-5 p. m. and Saturday 10 a. m.-4 p. m. 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-280-0614 www. ccpvb. org
February 25 5 for the 50 5K Run / Walk This race supports the 50 million Americans suffering from the autoimmune disease, Lupus. It begins at 8 a. m. at the University of St. Augustine. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, water and snacks. Also, there will be awards for top overall male and female as well as top three in each age group. Registration ranges from $ 30- $ 20. 1 University Blvd., St. Augustine 864-304-5718 www. racesmith. com
February 25 Changing of the Guard At 6 p. m., see history come to life when 18th century Spanish soldiers march down St. Augustine’ s St. George Street from the Colonial Quarter to the Governor’ s House Cultural Center & Museum where they perform authentic military drills before firing an exciting volley of musketry. The event features the St. Augustine Garrison. 48 King St., St. Augustine www. hfm. club / garrison / cog
February 25 Pepper and Less Than Jake at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre After releasing five albums, Pepper has opened a new chapter in its storied career. The band’ s music is really about enjoying life and being grateful for each experience. Less Than Jake is a ska punk band from Gainesville, Florida. After more than two decades together, Less Than Jake members are embracing a total back to basics approach. Doors open at 5 p. m.; performance at 6:15 p. m. Admission ranges from $ 39.50- $ 29.50. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-209-0367 www. staugamphitheatre. com