Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Spring 2018 Feb-May | Page 29

March 25
Blessing of the Fleet
This is an annual event dating back to St. Augustine’s earliest history, where
watercraft of all types, decorated with flags and bunting, receive a special
blessing from the Bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine. The ceremony
begins at noon with a procession from the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
along the Plaza de la Constitución to the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.
904-824-9725 www.staugustineyachtclub.com
March 26
Knighting Ceremony
The Knighting Ceremony hosted by the St. Augustine Easter Festival
Committee and St. Augustine Royal Family will be held in the west courtyard
of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine at 6 p.m. The event recognizes
people in the St. Augustine community. The event is free and open to the
public. 38 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine 904-669-1485 www.oldestcityeaster.org
March 26-April 1
ANA Inspiration Week at the Hall of Fame
Catch all the action from the women’s first Major Championship of the
2018 season, the ANA Inspiration, at the World Golf Hall of Fame. Visit the
museum to see memorabilia from past tournaments, including Amy Alcott’s
famous robe she wore after jumping into Poppie’s Pond when she won the
tournament for the third time in 1991. The museum is open Monday through
Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday noon-6 p.m. General admission is
$20.95. One World Golf Pl., St. Augustine 904-940-4133
www.worldgolfhalloffame.org
March 28
Walk on the Wild Side
This walk at Anastasia State Park from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. starts out on the
beautiful shoreline, through the sand dunes, over the salt marsh, around Salt
Run, the park’s estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock. The
round-trip length is 2.5 miles at a leisurely pace. Suggested items to bring are
binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, drinking water, bug spray
and sunscreen. Meet in the beach parking lot at the end of the main park
road. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation. The walk
is free with regular park admission, which ranges from $8-$2. 300 Anastasia
Park Rd., St. Augustine 904-461-2033 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia
March 29
Ready Player One at IMAX Theater at World Golf Hall of Fame
In a virtual world called Oasis, a teenager finds himself competing in a
treasure hunt against ruthless foes after the game’s founder dies and the
fortune that he leaves behind is the grand prize. This film premieres on
March 29 and is showing at the IMAX Theater at World Golf Hall of Fame.
Visit the website for show times and ticket pricing. One World Golf Pl.,
St. Augustine 904-940-4123 www.worldgolfimax.com