Everyone likes to eat! The Taste of St. Augustine highlights the culinary heritage and culture of St. Johns County by showcasing new restaurants and established favorites. Sample our local cuisine and learn about our area’s food culture!

When you first arrive at the Taste, you will be greeted with the sights, sounds and delectable aromas from an eclectic mix of St. Augustine restaurants – from the casual to the upscale. As you pay your $5 admission (children admitted free and free parking), you will receive a map which indicates the participating restaurants, their location at the Taste and the dish(es) they are serving. You will buy Taste Tickets at the event that are $1 each.  Restaurants will charge between 1-5 tickets for their dish.  This will allow you to make a plan for your culinary exploration!

There will be a FREE children’s area too! The children’s area will include fun activities such as face painting and arts/crafts!

There will be a free shuttle will be running from RB Hunt Elementary School to the Amphitheatre. Parking will also be available at the Elks Lodge (just south of Amphitheatre).

Entertainment

Big Papa Fish | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30p.m.

A high-energy trio, Big Papa Fish, performs their fresh brand of the blues with their own powerful songs and new takes on songs we’ve loved for years.

Each of the three musicians, George Brackens on vocals and lead guitar, Ace Winn on bass and vocals, and Robert Washington on drums, brings decades of experience playing with various acts around the U.S and worldwide.

The Space Heaters | 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Space Heaters create a toasty pop, rock, soul, and funk atmosphere, with energy sure to set the afternoon a flame. The band is an eclectic mix of musicians bringing their diverse influences together to create a familiar and refreshing sound. Each performance keeps you moving and feeling the heat from the soulful and grooving rhythm section to the soaring and intricate guitar solos.

Race to The Taste 5K

In addition to “The Taste”, we are hosting a family-friendly 5K race called, “Race to the Taste!” This race is a run/walk event meant for everyone! The event starts at the Amphitheatre at 10:30 am and runs through Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods. Learn more here: racetothetaste.org

Want to volunteer at the Taste or Race?  Call us at 904.829-3295 for more information!