March 2019 Calendar

​March 2 -10
St. Augustine Fashion WEek
A series of local events that  increases awareness about the art of fashion, and giving small brand designers a platform to present their fashion collections and grow their brand. STAFW donates a portion of proceeds from each event to non-profit organizations in our area who serve the community by providing arts programs, education opportunities, or services to vulnerable populations. See website for details www.stafashionweek.com

March 6th
Front Porch at Art Walk
2 Independent Dr, Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Come hang out at Front Porch with us on the first Wednesday of every month from 5 – 9 p.m. Every month enjoy great local musicians, artists, and vendors. Plus, GREEN beer at this month's event and karaoke! Yes, that's right we will have karaoke at the Front Porch! Show the world what you got and sign up to sing your favorite song at the Front Porch. Karaoke DJ provided by Party Solution Entertainment. This month's theme: St. Patrick's Day! Make sure to wear your green!

March 8th
Palencia Friday Night Events
5:30pm to 8:30pm. Come out to Palencia's Market Street area on Friday nights and enjoy music, food trucks, kid's activities,Market Street businesses such as  local farms, artisans and a variety of vendors .


March 9th & 10th 
3rd Annual Strawberry Fest
10-5 Clay County Fair. 2493 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043
Family Fun & Festivities, Plant City Strawberries, Art & Crafts, Delicious Food, Free Bounce Houses, Strawberry Shortcake, Live Entertainment, Free Rock Painting, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Free Karaoke, Strawberry Fudge, Pony Rides, Free Strawberry Relay, Strawberry Wine Slush Mixes, Face Painting, Free Hula Hoop Contest, Strawberry Ice Cream, Pie Eating Contest, Free Petting Farm, Berry Cute Baby Contest, Free Sack Races, Train Rides, Free Corn Hole, Free Inside Toddler Play Area, Rock Climbing Wall, Yummy Treats & Much More! 

March 9th
St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival
Francis Field 10am- 10pm 25 W Castillo Dr, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084

March 9th& March 10th
Celtic MUSIC Festival 2019
10am-10pm St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival Downtown area: Across from Parking Garage, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084 St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival. “The Finest Celtic MUSIC Festival in the United States” 8 of the Top Celtic Bands in the WORLD PLUS The WORLD'S Original St. Patrick Parade! The St. Augustine Highland Games, Celtic Merchandise, Celtic (and non-Celtic) food, and much more!

March 9th
1 Year Anniversary feat. Seven Nations
Fionn MacCool's Irish Pub & Restaurant (Ponte Vedra) 145 Hilden Road, Ponte Vedra, Florida 32081 Join us as we celebrate one year of Fionn's at our Ponte Vedra location. Drink specials, food specials, giveaways and more! Consider this your Pre-St. Paddy's Day warmup weekend PLUS, we have THE Famous Celtic Rock Band Seven Nations playing live from 8 - 11pm. More details to follow. Mark your calendars now!

March 9th
Olivia Love Run charity 5k race and 1 mile fun run
The Village Church at World Golf Village
4229 Pacetti Rd, Saint Augustine, Florida 32092
Join us the Olivia Love Run 5k race and 1 mile fun run /walk. Proceeds will go to the family of Olivia Love who was seriously injured recently when she fell from the rear of a golf cart and struck her head on the driveway of a home off State Road 16 in St. Johns County.  Olivia is a junior at Nease High School, has been making progress after undergoing brain surgery and other procedures. This race starts at The Village Church at 4225 Pacetti Road in World Golf Village and will take place in the scenic King and Bear Community. . All participants will get a Florida Race Day shirt, 5k finisher medal, downloadable finisher photos. The 5k will be chip timed with an awards ceremony.  Awards will be based on overall and age groups. Awards are for 5k and based on these divisions 12 and under, 13-15 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and older. The race starts at 930 am.  Packet Pick up will be at race location between 8:30 and 9:15 am race morning. Thank you and please share this event for a a great cause - Olivia Love's Family. 

March 9th
10,000 Maniacs 
8pm Ponte Vedra Concert Hall 1050 A1A N, Ponte Vedra, Florida 32082
10,000 Maniacs has a lot in common with Jamestown, New York, the city that spawned them back in 1981. Both are honest and hardworking, a step outside the mainstream, and both possess a bit of magic. 

March 13th
Books That Every Floridian Should Have on the Shelf
Lightner Museum 75 King St, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084 Book lovers unite as we welcome former Tampa Bay Times reporter, Jeff Klinkenberg to get his take on what every bookcase must have.

March 15th
Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road. 
Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Doors open at 7pm show at 8pm!

March 16th 
Nocatee Farmers Market
10am-2pm Nocatee Farmers Markets are grand events and a favorite Ponte Vedra area to-do. To set itself apart from other markets, the Nocatee Farmers Market debuts a unique theme with top notch entertainment every month. Along with fun and interactive themes, markets include over 70 local vendors offering organic produce, herbs, spices, delicious unique foods, crafts, jewelry and more! For the kids- crafts and a bounce house. For the adults, a bar serving beer and wine. Open to the public, Nocatee Farmers Markets are held the third Saturday of each month on the Nocatee Swim Club Green.

March 17th
St Paddy's at Fionns
Join us for THE PARTY of the Year at Fionn's! NO COVER, FAMILY FRIENDLY, Food and Drinks Specials and plenty of fun!!!! Doors open at 11:AM - Close when the last person leaves Giveaways. SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
11:00 – 2:00 Rathkeltair
12:00 - 3:00 Face Painting for the Kids (and adults who want to be kids again)
2:30 – 4:30 Danny Boy
3:00 - 8:00 Photo Booth to capture your St Paddy’s Day memories
5:00 – 5:45 Legacy IRISH DANCE Academy
5:45 – 7:30 Jimmy O’Solari
7:30 – 11:00 Briteside
Pipes and Drums (Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Dept) playing during the Day to celebrate.

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​MArch 17th
Waitress
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
300 Water St, Jacksonville, Florida 32202

March 22
38th St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
25 W Castillo Dr, St Augustine, FL 32084, United States
Eat, Drink, Shop and Tap Your Toes. Enjoy live entertainment, Arts & Crafts show, Family Fun and Boatloads of Food. This Charity Fundraiser will make you shout "Hey, We're Havin' Fun Now!"

MArch 23rd
GastroFest 2019
GastroFest is Jacksonville’s foremost food festival, showcasing the best tastes of the First Coast. This culinary celebration of the local food scene draws a wide audience from across Northeast Florida. We pride ourselves on highlighting a wide array of participants, including chefs, breweries, authors and more.  Jacksonville's favorite food festival returns on March 23, 2019, at Friendship Fountain Park & MOSH! Food lovers of all ages are invited to join us on the Southbank of Jacksonville’s beautiful St. Johns River next to Friendship Fountain Park and the Museum of Science & History, Jacksonville (MOSH). https://www.facebook.com/events/414724849277429/?ti=ia

MArch 17th
Jacksonville St Patrick's Day Street Festival
12noon to 10pm ‘Riverside Arts Market
715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, Florida 32204 Don't miss Jacksonville's Largest St Patrick's Day Event held at the Riverside Arts Market on the St. Johns River in Riverside. The event includes live music & free concerts all day, 15+ food trucks, vendors & makers, a kid zone, games, crafts, street performers, and more! Partial proceeds from the event will benefit numerous charitable organizations including Vets on Tap, Fur Sisters, and the Jacksonville Jaycees. Complimentary tickets include a commemorative wristband & $1 off all beers all day at the festival. VIP passes include Complimentary Beer & Water All Day, Access to VIP seating & viewing area, 10% discount at all food trucks, and commemorative koozie.

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Beach Clean Up
St. Johns County Beach Pier 10am-13pm. 350 A1a Beach Blvd, Saint Augustine Beach, Florida 32080. Join us for a beach clean up to help the conservation of our beaches and wildlife! Hosted by Coastal Eco Clean Environmental Friendly housekeeping! Water and bags will be provided! 

March 26th
Turtles of Florida
Anastasia Island Library. 124 Sea Grove Main Street, Saint Augustine, Florida 32080 Turtles are unique reptiles that can occupy a multitude of habitats. Ever wonder about the turtles in the pond behind your house? Or the tortoise you saw walking around the park? Now is your chance to learn more. Join Park Naturalist Kelly Ussia for an engaging talk about the various turtle species that live in Florida. Seating for this event is first-come, first-served. This program is FREE and open to all ages. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at [email protected] or 904-209-0335.