St.Augustine Lighthouse Events and Information

Click on the events below for more information. To see events by date or to purchase tickets click HERE.

Sunset Moonrise 

Once a month on the full moon.

You can enjoy a Sunset and full Moonrise from the most unique perspective of all... Atop the St. Augustine Lighthouse! Space is limited. Reservations required click HERE to reserve your space.

Dark of the Moon 

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All ghost no gimmicks! Guides share paranormal history and experiences of people who have visited, lived, or worked at the Lighthouse. Then you are given time to investigate on your own, with only a glow stick lighting your way. 
Dark of the Moon is the only tour that gets you in the Lighthouse and the Keepers’ House at night. Limited space. Reserve your spot now! We now offer a discounted combo ticket where you can visit the Lighthouse and do the Dark of the Moon tour. Purchase your combo tickets HERE.    

Behind the Scenes Tours 

Monday - Friday: 11:00 and 2:00 / Saturday - Sunday 11:00, 1:00, and 3:00

This hour-long tour provides visitors with access to parts of the Historic Light Station not available with general admission, including our maritime archaeology artifact conservation lab!  Limited space. Reserve your spot now ! 

Brew with a View

Thursday June 6th 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. Reserve your spot by clicking here. 

The St. Augustine Lighthouse presents an incredible evening featuring a lowcountry boil, local craft beer and live music. Visitors can see sunset from the top of the tower and get a wonderful night view when the sun goes down. The latest artifacts recovered by the Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program's archaeologists will also be on display. The event is from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $30 for non-members and $25 for members.

St Augustine: 450 years of history

In 2015, St. Augustine will commemorate its 450th anniversary as the oldest continually occupied European settlement in the continental United States.  The story of St. Augustine is a central part of the story of America, and the 450th anniversary of the city’s founding is an opportunity to recognize the diversity of our past and the path taken to become the nation we are today.

Florida's 500th

In 2013 Florida will celebrate its 500th birthday. Click on the link above for a timeline that will offer a glimpse of Florida's diverse history. Be sure to visit and enjoy the various events state wide. 

Boatbuilding 

Most Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. 

LAMP Boatworks volunteers meet at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum every Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon, except in the hottest summer months. All visitors are welcome to watch and ask questions or lend a hand by participating as a volunteer.

Sea Your History Weekends 

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Sea Your History Weekends will provide unique behind-the-scenes archaeology and conservation experiences, a VIP sunrise tour, a cultural boatbuilding demonstration and an opportunity to meet and learn from a Smithsonian scholar.

  
 

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