A Weekend of Local Kids Creativity, Community, and Outdoor Adventure

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and this weekend brings a few great ways to get ready — from complimentary Mommy & Me portraits to a kids-run farmers market that’s a Nocatee favorite. There’s also a full moon hike at Guana for something completely different if you’re up for getting outside after dark. It’s equal parts peaceful and slightly questionable decision-making if your kids are scared of snakes or spiders! Three very different options, but all worth building your weekend around.

Complimentary Mommy & Me Portraits
📍 Petals & Portraits (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Children & families
🔗 More info here
Get ready for Mother’s Day with free professional photography, fresh florals, and meaningful moments designed to create lasting family memories.

Nocatee Kids Farmers Market
📍 Nocatee Station Field (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 10:00 AM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Older children (ages 10-17)
🔗 More info here
This unique farmers market is completely run by local kids ages 10-17, offering a fun community shopping experience while celebrating young entrepreneurship.

Moonlight Hike Nature Experience
📍 GTM Research Reserve (~23 min 🚗)
🕐 Saturday - 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
🎟️ $10 to preregister, $20 (cash only) at trailhead
🧒 Children & families
🔗 More info here
Scared of snakes? Come on, live a little! Experience the our beautiful nature reserve under the full moon with exclusive after-hours access for a peaceful, self-guided nighttime hike.

Kids Fishing Clinic
📍 Hot Reels Inshore Charters (~31 min 🚗)
🕐 8:00 AM
🎟️ $149 Per Child
🧒 Ages 7–14
🔗 More info here
Kids learn fishing basics, safety, and knot-tying during this hands-on experience on the water with experienced instructors.

Complimentary Mommy & Me Portraits
📍 Petals & Portraits (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Children & families
🔗 More info here
Get ready for Mother’s Day with free professional photography, fresh florals, and meaningful moments designed to create lasting family memories.

Cookies-N-Canvas Paint & Create
📍 Creative Me Art Studio (~24 min 🚗)
🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
🎟️ $22-$24
🧒 Ages 8 and up
🔗 More info here
Kids and adults paint a canvas while enjoying treats in this 2-hour creative art session with all supplies included.

America/250 Live Music Concert - North Florida Women’s Chorale
📍 Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine (~34 min 🚗)
🕐 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 All ages
🔗 More info here
Experience patriotic and folk songs performed live by the North Florida Women’s Chorale celebrating American music and culture.

Guided Exploration Hike
📍 GTM Research Reserve (~23 min 🚗)
🕐 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
🎟️ $3.00 per Vehicle
🧒 All ages
🔗 More info here
Learn about the Guana Peninsula’s biodiversity, cultural history, and estuarine resources on this guided nature walk with expert educators.

Nocatee Kids Farmers Market
📍 Nocatee Station Field (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 10:00 AM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Older children (ages 10-17)
🔗 More info here
This unique farmers market is completely run by local kids ages 10-17, offering a fun community shopping experience while celebrating young entrepreneurship.

Make Your Own Mini Beaded Flower Bouquet
📍 Coconut Barrel (~37 min 🚗)
🕐 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
🎟️ $35
🧒 Ages 10+
🔗 More info here
Kids create mini beaded flower bouquets with all supplies included and step-by-step guidance—perfect as a Mother’s Day gift.

Crusin’ with Cops Community Bike Ride
📍 St. Augustine Beach Police Department (~41 min 🚗)
🕐 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 14 and under
🔗 More info here
Kids enjoy a 1-mile bike ride with safety stops along the way, led by local police officers in this fun community safety event.

Kids Night Out: Big Hero 6 Superhero Night
📍 the link (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
🎟️ Member $50 / Non-Members $60
🧒 Ages 5–11
🔗 More info here
Suit up in your superhero costumes or PJs for a Big Hero 6-themed night at the link! Kids tackle a hero training relay course, build mini robots, enjoy pizza and fun desserts, and finish with a Superhero Dance Party.

Moonlight Hike Nature Experience
📍 GTM Research Reserve (~23 min 🚗)
🕐 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
🎟️ $10+
🧒 Children & families
🔗 More info here
Experience the nature reserve under the full moon with exclusive after-hours access for a peaceful, self-guided nighttime hike.

Purple Path 5K Run/Walk
📍 Nocatee Station Field (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 8:00 AM
🎟️ $35
🧒 All ages
🔗 More info here
This 5K welcomes runners, joggers, and walkers of all abilities to raise awareness and support for epilepsy, hosted by a Nease High School student with all proceeds benefiting the Epilepsy Foundation.

Guided Bird Walk Nature Tour
📍 Anastasia State Park (~40 min 🚗)
🕐 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
🎟️ $8.00 per Vehicle
🧒 Children & families
🔗 More info here
Explore the natural habitats of Anastasia State Park on a guided bird-watching walk led by experienced naturalists.

Swim Run Race Kids Triathlon
📍 St. Johns Golf and Country Club (~19 min 🚗)
🕐 9:00 AM
🎟️ $45+
🧒 Ages 5-14
🔗 More info here
Kids compete in this chip-timed event that combines swimming laps in a pool with a running portion, finishing under the arch for an official completion time.

Kids Community Expo Family Event
📍 Urban Youth Park (~12 min 🚗)
🕐 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
🎟️ Free
🧒 All ages
A fun community expo with activities and resources for families and kids in the local area.

Healthy Kids Running Series
📍 Nocatee Community Park (Cartable 🛒)
🕐 3:30 PM
🎟️ Registration required - $16.90
🧒 Children
🔗 More info here
Kids participate in age-appropriate running races with a separate Parent Mile option in this fun outdoor running event series.

Puffs! Theater Production
📆 Friday, May 01 – Saturday, May 02
📍 The Pioneer School (~35 min 🚗)
🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
🎟️ $15
🧒 All ages
🔗 More info here
This hilarious stage production set in a wizard school tells the story of overlooked students navigating seven chaotic years alongside a famous hero, packed with comedy and magical moments.

Rounding Third Theater Comedy
📆 Friday, May 01 – Sunday, May 03
📍 A Classic Theatre (~30 min 🚗)
🕐 7:30 PM
🎟️ $25
🧒 Older children - not suitable for younger audiences
🔗 More info here
This grown up comedic play follows two Little League coaches through an entire season, exploring themes of competition, character, and sportsmanship with humor and heart.