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Holiday Open House 2024

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Date: December 12, 2024

ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA – The National Park Service is pleased to announce the annual Castillo de San Marcos National Monument “Holiday Open House” on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Park Rangers and volunteers will bring the history of the Castillo to life at this free community event. Experience the Castillo after dark and mingle with the soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have served within the Castillo’s walls. Cannon fire will signal the opening of the event at 6:00 p.m. and the start of the annual Regatta of Lights boat parade through the Matanzas Bay. Listen to the sounds of holiday merry-making and music by the US Navy Band Southeast while stopping in to experience nighttime vignettes of St. Augustine history. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited!

This event is free to the public. For questions about the event, you can inquire by phone at 904-663-2889 or via the park website. For updates, follow the Castillo on Facebook (CastilloNPS) and Instagram (castillonps).

About The US Navy Band Southeast

Since its establishment in 1995, Navy Band Southeast has been dedicated to providing top quality musical support throughout the Southeastern United States for Commander, Navy Region Southeast. Under the direction of Lieutenant Nicholas Nadal, the band is located onboard Naval Air Station Jacksonville and serves the military and civilian communities. Follow the band on Facebook (NavyBandSoutheast) and Instagram (navy_band_southeast).



Last updated: December 12, 2024

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