This Weekend at a Glance
Our Favorite Event This Weekend!
Christmas is coming… It’s practically here! Don’t miss out on The Hope Pavilion Hallmark Holiday Festival (Fri, Sat, and Sun). There will be artificial ice skating, Florida snow, Santa pictures, wagon rides, a holiday market, food trucks, and live performances all in one chilly and festive evening!
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Upcoming events
Friday, December 19
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa
Location: My Gym Mandarin - 🚙 (25 min)
Time: 9:00–10:30 AM and 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Cost: $35 per child 🎟️
Ages: 3 months–3.5 years 👶🏼
More Info: https://www.mygym.com/mandarin/events
Description: A holiday-themed My Gym event featuring fun games, activities, snow play, cookies, hot cocoa, and photos with Santa.
Ice Skating - Ugly Sweater Night
Location: Community First Igloo, Philips Highway - 🚙 (30 min)
Time: 8:00 PM
Cost: $25 (Winterfest Public Skate) — $6 off with an ugly Christmas sweater 🎟️
Ages: All ages (public skate)
More Info: https://communityfirstigloo.com/
Description: Skate into the holidays (real ice!) at this festive indoor public ice skating event with discounts for wearing your ugliest Christmas sweater.
Holiday Movie Night – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
Location: Nocatee Station Field
Time: Movie begins at 6:30 PM (arrive 6:00 PM)
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Description: Outdoor movie night featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas (the Jim Carrey version!). Popcorn, beverages, and candy available for purchase. Bring chairs or blankets.
My Gym Parents Night Out – Santa’s Dance Party
Location: My Gym Mandarin - 🚙 (25 min)
Time: 6:00–10:00 PM
Cost: $50 🎟️
Ages: 2.5–12 years (potty trained)
More Info: https://www.mygym.com/mandarin/events
Description: Drop-off event for kids featuring games, rides, activities, and dinner—giving parents a night out while kids celebrate with My Gym instructors.
Jax Parks Movie Night – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
Location: Fort Family Park, 8000 Baymeadows Road East, Jacksonville - 🚙 (25 min)
Time: 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Description: Free outdoor movie night hosted by Jax Parks and Walk Off Charities. Includes free hot chocolate plus food and dessert trucks. Bring blankets and chairs.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, December 20
Christmas Market with Buddy the Elf
Location: World Golf Village - The Village Church - 🚙 (25 min)
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Description: A festive holiday gathering featuring live carolers, hot cocoa, falling snow at 1:00 PM, local food trucks, a farmers market, and photo opportunities with Buddy the Elf.
Winter Fest at Nocatee Farmers Market
Location: Nocatee Station Field
Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Description: Holiday-themed farmers market with 70+ local vendors, petting zoo, Santa & Mrs. Claus, and live music by The Chris Thomas Project.
Winter Baseball Camp – Coach Kritter (Ponte Vedra Athletic Association)
Location: Davis Park, 210 Davis Park Rd, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Time: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM (Session runs Dec 20–23)
Cost: $265 (four days) 🎟️
Ages: 6–12
More Info: https://pvaabaseball.sportngin.com/camps
Description: Half-day winter baseball camp with lunch provided, focused on skill development and fundamentals.
Pinspiration Santa’s Workshop – Kids DIY Gift Making
Location: 880 A1A N, Suite 7, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 - 🚙 (15 min)
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Cost: $45 per child 🎟️
Ages: 6+
More Info: Here
Description: Drop-off creative workshop where kids make, wrap, and prepare multiple DIY Christmas gifts ready to give.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, December 21
Winter Wonder Jams
Location: Colonial Oak Music Park, St. Augustine - 🚙(30 min)
Time: Afternoon set 3:00–6:00 PM; Evening set 7:00–10:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Description: Live holiday music performances throughout the day and evening in a relaxed outdoor venue.
Vernon’s Teddy Bear Tea
Location: Vernon’s, Sawgrass Marriott, 1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 - 🚙(20 min)
Time: 1:00–4:00 PM (times vary based on availability)
Cost: $55 per adult | $30 per child 🎟️
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here
Notes: Limited spots available — reserve ASAP
Description: Annual holiday tea tradition featuring tea service and treats for kids and families in a festive setting.
Upcoming Events
All Weekend Long
3rd Annual Hope Pavilion Hallmark Holiday Festival
Location: Ponte Vedra Beach - Hope Pavilion - 🚙 (10 min)
Time: Friday 5:00–8:00 PM, Sat & Sun 3:00–8:00 PM
Cost: $30 per car (advanced purchase), $40 per car at the door 🎟️
Ages: All ages
More Info: Here!
Description: A holiday festival with bounce houses, synthetic ice skating, holiday market, wagon rides, Florida snow, fire-side s’mores, petting zoo, Santa & Mrs. Claus, food trucks, cocktails, sweet treats, and live performances.
Ancient City Farmstead Christmas Experience
Location: 395 St. Marks Pond Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32095 - 🚙 (20 min)
Time: Until 9:00 PM (ends Sunday)
Cost: $17.58 per child | $27.93 per adult 🎟️
Ages: All ages
More Info: https://ancientcitychristmas.com/
Description: Outdoor Christmas experience featuring an ice skating rink, Rockefeller-style Christmas tree, Santa’s workshop, reindeer games, bounce houses, food trucks, and hot cocoa.
St. Augustine Night of Lights
Location: Historic Downtown St. Augustine - 🚙(30 min)
Time: All evening
Cost: Free (Parking can be 💰)
Ages: All ages
More Info: https://www.floridashistoriccoast.com/
Description: World-famous holiday light display illuminating the historic streets of St. Augustine throughout the weekend. Expect traffic and crowds!
That’s it for this week.
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The Nocatee Kids Activities Team
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