St. Augustine Lighthouse Festival Coming March 17
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL, March 12, 2007. Everyone is invited to the 15th Annual St. Augustine Lighthouse festival set for Saturday, March 17. Admission is free to this popular event that not only features an opportunity to climb the historic tower and visit the impressive museum, but also offers food, fun and entertainment for the entire family.
The festival brings children's games, pony rides, live entertainment, nature talks, crafts and refreshments to the historic grounds of the Victorian-era light station. Climbing to the top of the tower for an inspiring view of the Oldest City, the Atlantic Ocean and the beaches is one of the highlights for festival-goers. Please remember that for their safety, children need to be at least 44 inches tall. An adult must accompany children under 12. Festival hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
As is part of the annual tradition, the Michelob Ulta 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run will be held during the Festival courtesy of the Junior Service League of St. Augustine. The 5K Run begins at 4:30 p.m. and the Fun Run begins at 5 p.m.; both races will start and finish in front of the lawn of the keepers' house. Registration may be completed in advance by calling the Junior Service League's Race Hotline at 904.824.3939, or participants can register on the day of the race from 12:30 to 4 p.m. For more information on the Lighthouse Festival, call 904.829.0745.
The St. Augustine Lighthouse Festival is funded in part by a grant from the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council. For more information on events and special accommodation packages for St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches, go to the Visitors and Convention Bureau's website www.Getaway4Florida.com or call 1.800.418.7529
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