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Travel & Logistics

St. Augustine Cocktail Fest 2026

Welcome to your comprehensive guide for St. Augustine Cocktail Fest 2026. This document covers everything you need to know about transportation, accommodations, and on-site logistics.

Key Festival Timeline

Sunday, April 26

Arrive by 4:00 PM to settle in

Welcome party: 7:00 PM–9:30 PM on Oceanfront Lawn

Registration: 5:00 PM–8:00 PM in Coquina Foyer

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Monday, April 27

Shuttle from Parking lot: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Registration: 8:30 AM–10:30 AM

Main Festival: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Vendor load-in: 8:00 AM–10:00 AM via Pope Rd service gate

During event shuttles from and to parking: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Shuttle Busses to parking and to Old Town: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

2
Tuesday, April 28

Shuttle from Parking lot: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Registration: 8:30 AM–10:30 AM

Main Festival: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Earliest advised departure flight: After 9:30 PM from JAX (Jacksonville)

During event shuttles from and to parking: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Shuttle Busses to parking and to Old Town: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

3
Wednesday, April 29

Vendors breakdown: 8:30 AM–2:00 PM

4

Airport Options & Flight Information

Airport (Code)

Jacksonville (JAX)*

Drive Time

1h 15m / 56 mi

Major Airlines

American, Delta, Southwest, United, JetBlue, Frontier, Breeze, Allegiant

Typical Fares

For current pricing, check Google Flights or airline sites—fares vary by season and demand.

Airport (Code)

Daytona Beach (DAB)

Drive Time

1h 05m / 55 mi

Major Airlines

Delta (ATL), American (CLT), Breeze, Avelo

Typical Fares

Rideshare/taxi prices fluctuate; use Uber/Lyft estimators for real-time quotes.

Airport (Code)

Orlando (MCO)

Drive Time

2h / 115 mi

Major Airlines

40+ carriers including all major U.S. and international airlines

(*) JAX is the closest with the most available flights. MCO offers the most flight options but requires the longest drive.

Accommodation Options

Embassy Suites St. Augustine Beach (Host Hotel)

Location:

On-site (Oceanfront)

Rates vary by season—check live rates.

  • Oceanfront pool
  • Complimentary breakfast

Courtyard by Marriott

0.4 miles (8-minute walk)

Rates vary by season—check live rates

  • EV chargers available
  • Modern rooms near the beach; on-site dining

Guy Harvey Resort

0.6 miles (12-minute walk)

Rates vary by season—check live rates

  • Beachfront resort with tiki bar; regular live music
  • Pool/patio; on-site dining

Hampton Inn

0.7 miles (15-minute walk)

Rates vary by season—check live rates

  • Free breakfast and private beach access
  • Outdoor pool

Ground Transportation Options

Shared Van Service

  • Airport Express
  • 24/7 door-to-door service
  • Reserve at least 24 hours in advance
  • Phone: 904-824-9400
  • Request a quote for current rates (pricing varies by date/time and demand).

Rideshare & Taxis

  • Uber / Lyft: Use in-app fare estimator; expect surge pricing late evenings (after ~10 PM).
  • Taxi: Call local providers or use hotel concierge; ask for an estimate before departure.
  • Private black car: Book in advance with meet-and-greet; priced per route/time.
  • Equipment / large loads: Choose Uber/Lyft XL or request a van/SUV when booking.

Communication Timeline

  • Full logistics guide published to website and vendor portal
  • Accommodation information released
June 18,
2025
  • Flight booking reminder sent
  • Shuttle RSVP link distributed
  • Early bird registration deadline
July 15,
2025
  • Shuttle manifests locked
  • Late-evening airport staffing confirmed
  • Final vendor instructions distributed
Aug 15,
2025
  • SMS blast with welcome party details
  • Sunday shuttle reminder sent
  • Weather contingency plans finalized
Sep 3,
2025

Mark these dates in your calendar. All communications will be sent to your registered email address.

Important Reminders & Tips

Travel Planning

  • Book flights early for best rates. Allow 1hr15 minutes minimum from festival to JAX.
  • Tuesday departures should be after 9:30 PM to accommodate teardown time.

Accommodation

  • Stay Wednesday night for stress-free vendor load-out and breakfast.

On-Site Logistics

  • Festival hours: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM both days, possibly extending to 7:30 PM.
  • Later start accommodates breakfast runs and morning preparation.

Questions? Contact the festival logistics team at info@staugustinecocktailfest.com

Registration & Vendor Load-In Details

Festival Registration

  • Coquina Foyer (ground floor)
  • Monday, Apr 27
  • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Vendor Load-In

  • Service gate on Pope Road
  • Sunday, Apr 26
  • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (by appointment)

Collect credentials promptly to avoid delays. Sunday evening registration allows immediate access to the welcome party.

Announcement:
New Dates!

After thoughtful planning and conversations with our partners, we’ve rescheduled to April 2026 to deliver an even more elevated experience.

Thank you for your support we’ll see you this spring!

April 2026
Mon
27th
Tues
28th

#StAugustineCocktailFest

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