How many cities can claim to be the oldest in the United States? Well, only one, St. Augustine, Florida. Back in 1513, Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon took a wrong turn on his path to find the isle of Bimini where, word had it, the Fountain of Youth was located. Without Google maps to lead the way, he ended up setting foot in North America, on the beautiful beach and called it “La Florida.” The St. Augustine website, and tour guides are a wealth of information about the rich history of the city, which involves strife, gruesome battles, hopes, dreams and a few fires. But current St. Augustine is also rich in its culinary scene and year-round festivals. Here’s a quick look at the wealth of food festivals in St. Augustine.

Food Festivals in St. Augustine

Take a schooner tour while you’re visiting St. Augustine.

March:
St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival

April:
Annual Rhythm & Ribs Festival
Taste of St. Augustine Festival

May:
Farm to Table Soiree
The Great Chefs of St. Augustine: A Culinary Competition

September:
St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival
St. Augustine Independent Restaurant Association (SAiRA) Food & Wine Fest
Friends of the GTM Reserve’s OceanWise Sustainable Seafood Fundraiser

October:
Datil Pepper Festival and Cook Off with Home and Garden Show
St. Augustine Greek Festival
A Taste of the Beach
St. Augustine (SAiRA) Restaurant Week

November:
Annual St. Augustine Great Chowder Debate
Tour de Farm

St. Augustine’s history includes Spain, France, Italy, Asia, Mexico and the Caribbean, which are all reflected in the cuisine. Add a year-round supply of seafood, great weather and gorgeous beaches and St. Augustine is a great place to get to know its foodie scene. Learn more about the culinary scene in St. Augustine, here.

Tour the dramatic Castillo de San Marcos while you’re in St. Augustine.