Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Spring 2018 Feb-May | Page 41

April 29 5K Race to the Taste This race starts and ends at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre with the course going through Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods. The race begins at 11 a.m., and registration for the race is $25 in advance and $30 day of race. Race registration includes two free admissions into the Taste of St. Augustine. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-829-3295 www.racetothetaste.org April 29 A Taste of St. Augustine This signature food festival at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre serves up tastes from St. Augustine’s famous restaurants. From 11 a.m.-5 p.m., the area’s best restaurants will offer samples of their signature dishes. Restaurants will compete for the prestigious TOStA (Taste of St. Augustine) awards, with categories including Best Family Dining, Best Ethnic, Best Upscale and Best Dessert, as well as the ever-popular People’s Choice. Everyone gets to vote. There will be children’s area with fun activities including crafts and face-painting as well as live music throughout the day. Admission is $5 and taste tickets are $1 each with restaurants charging between 1-5 tickets per taste. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-829-3295 www.epicbh.org April 29 Sunset and Full Moon Paddle Experience breathtaking views as the sun sets and the full moon rises, illuminating the Salt Run tidal basin at Anastasia State Park from 7-8:30 p.m. Multiple watercraft options are available to rent, including single kayaks, tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. The paddle includes an interpretive, storytelling element. Check in 15 minutes prior to departure. The cost is $35 for the program and rental, including lifejackets and paddles, and $20 for the program if a rental is not needed. 850 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine 904-460-9111 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia April 29 Sunset/Moonrise at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum Enjoy the sunset and moonrise from the top of the Lighthouse at 7:30 p.m. The $30 admission includes a champagne toast provided by San Sebastian Winery, hors d’oeuvres from The Reef and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light Station. 81 Lighthouse Ave., St. Augustine 904-829-0745 www.staugustinelighthouse.org April 29 Full Moon Sail Enjoy a moonlit evening aboard the Schooner Freedom as it sails through St. Augustine’s Matanzas Bay. This sailing excursion departs at 8:45 p.m. from the St. Augustine Municipal Marina. There will be live music. Complimentary beer, soda and wine are included in the $40 ticket. Call for reservations. 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine 904-810-1010 www.schoonerfreedom.com