Summer Isn't Over Yet 🌴

The back-to-school countdown is on, but there's still plenty of summer magic left this weekend! On Saturday, young coders can go head-to-head at Code Ninjas' End of Summer Bash Game Jam — a day of friendly coding competitions and games that also raises money for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Just up the road, kids can suit up for Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of St. Johns, a free morning of hands-on superhero adventures. And on Sunday, Santa trades his sleigh for the sand: Christmas in July brings cookie decorating, storytime, and beachy crafts to The Shanty & Co. Scroll down for the full lineup! 👇

End of Summer Bash Game Jam
📍 Code Ninjas — Ponte Vedra / St. Johns / World Golf (~23 min 🚗)
🕐 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎟️ Free - $25 donation suggested to charity
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

A day long kids' coding competition packed with games and activities, raising donations for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Hero Play Day
📍 Kiddie Academy of St. Johns (~10 min 🚗)
🕐 10:00 AM | Saturday
🎟️ Free
👪 All ages
🔗 More info here

One of the closest events of the weekend! A free morning of superhero-themed teamwork challenges, creative play, and hands-on fun for the kids.

Christmas in July: Santa Beach Party
📍 The Shanty & Co., St. Augustine (~34 min 🚗)
🕐 3:00 – 5:00 PM | Sunday
🎟️ $25
👪 All ages
🔗 More info here

Santa swaps snow for sand! Meet Santa, decorate cookies, enjoy storytime, and make beach-themed crafts at this one-of-a-kind summer celebration.

Summer Break Art Camp
📍 Creative Me Art Studio (~24 min 🚗)
🕐 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Morning) & 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Afternoon)
🎟️ $40–$225
🧒 Ages 5+
🔗 More info here

Kids create two themed "Make-N-Take" art projects each three-hour session — pick a morning or afternoon slot.

Disability & Adaptive Recreation Expo
📍 The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center (~32 min 🚗)
🕐 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎟️ See event page
👪 All ages
🔗 More info here

A celebration of adaptive sports, assistive technology, and inclusive recreation with family-friendly activities and resources.

End of Summer Bash Game Jam
📍 Code Ninjas — Ponte Vedra / St. Johns / World Golf (~23 min 🚗)
🕐 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎟️ Free - $25 donation suggested to charity
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

A day long kids' coding competition packed with games and activities, raising donations for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Pokémon Go to the Zoo
📍 Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens (~39 min 🚗)
🕐 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎟️ Free event (zoo admission may apply)
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

Combine a day at the zoo with Pokémon Go for an interactive adventure exploring the grounds and catching Pokémon.

Shark Week Kick-Off
📍 St. Augustine Aquarium (~29 min 🚗)
🕐 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free activities (aquarium admission may apply)
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

Kick off Shark Week with special exhibits and hands-on activities all about these fascinating ocean creatures.

New Parents Bundle Class
📍 Baptist Wellness Center at Nocatee (~6 min 🚗)
🕐 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
🎟️ $92.55
👶 Expecting & new parents
🔗 More info here

A comprehensive class covering breastfeeding, baby-care basics, and soothing techniques to prepare parents for a newborn.

Mermaid Meet & Greet
📍 St. Augustine Aquarium (~29 min 🚗)
🕐 9:30 – 11:00 AM
🎟️ $15 adults / $10 ages 3–12
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

Meet real-life mermaids at the aquarium, snap photos, and take home a special keepsake.

Superhero Popsicles in the Park
📍 Trout Creek Playground, St. Augustine (~35 min 🚗)
🕐 9:30 – 11:30 AM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Young children
🔗 More info here

A superhero-themed morning with a craft station, photo zone, and free popsicles at the playground.

Finale Snow Cones Summer Celebration
📍 Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library (~20 min 🚗)
🕐 10:00 – 11:00 AM
🎟️ Free
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

Celebrate the end of summer reading with free Kona Ice snow cones at this outdoor library gathering.

Hero Play Day
📍 Kiddie Academy of St. Johns (~10 min 🚗)
🕐 10:00 AM
🎟️ Free
👪 All ages
🔗 More info here

A hands-on morning where kids discover their inner hero through collaborative activities, creative play, and teamwork challenges.

Build & Bloom Festival
📍 Greenfield Elementary School, Jacksonville (~29 min 🚗)
🕐 11:00 AM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Kids & families
🔗 More info here

A free festival of hands-on activities and creative experiences celebrating building and growth for the whole family.

Teen Art with Kasha
📍 Bartram Trail Branch Library (~28 min 🚗)
🕐 2:00 – 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free | Registration open
🧒 Teens
🔗 More info here

A relaxed art session teaching creative techniques in a friendly space — just bring your imagination.

Parent's Night Out
📍 Prime Sports Arena, St. Augustine (~28 min 🚗)
🕐 6:00 – 10:00 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Ages 5–12
🔗 More info here

Four hours of glowball soccer, dodgeball, basketball, movies, and board games — plus pizza and drinks — while parents get a night off.

Family Bingo Night
📍 Solomon Calhoun Center, St. Augustine (~37 min 🚗)
🕐 6:00 – 8:00 PM
🎟️ Free
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

An evening of community fun, games, and prizes at this 4th annual family bingo celebration.

Guided Bird Walk
📍 Anastasia State Park (~40 min 🚗)
🕐 8:15 – 10:00 AM
🎟️ $2–$8 per vehicle
👪 Children & families
🔗 More info here

A naturalist-led bird-watching walk through the natural habitats of Anastasia State Park in search of local species.

Christmas in July: Santa Beach Party
📍 The Shanty & Co., St. Augustine (~34 min 🚗)
🕐 3:00 – 5:00 PM
🎟️ $25
👪 All ages
🔗 More info here

Meet Santa, decorate cookies, enjoy storytime, and dive into beach-themed crafts and sensory play at this festive summer celebration.

Kids Summer Camp: Art & Crafting Sessions
📍 Painted Pallet Studio (~21 min 🚗)
🕐 Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (through Fri, July 24)
🎟️ $65 daily or $275 weekly
🧒 Young children
🔗 More info here

Daily and weekly art camp sessions where kids paint, create, and explore hands-on projects all summer long.

Soccer Shots Free Fun Day
📍 R.B. Hunt Park, St. Augustine (~38 min 🚗)
🕐 Fri & Sat, 5:00 – 6:20 PM
🎟️ Free
🧒 Ages 8 & under
🔗 More info here

A free introductory Soccer Shots session with age-appropriate soccer activities in a fun, welcoming environment for young players.

Kids Night Out
📍 Heather Loveland Dance Academy (~28 min 🚗)
🕐 Fri & Sat, 6:30 – 9:00 PM
🎟️ $30 per child
🧒 Young children
🔗 More info here

Kids enjoy supervised tumbling and games — with pizza and a drink included — while parents get a night out.