Francis Field is St. Augustine's premier outdoor event venue - a wide open green space next to the downtown parking garage that transforms throughout the year into the setting for the city's biggest festivals, concerts, and community gatherings. If something significant is happening outdoors in St. Augustine, it is almost certainly happening at Francis Field. The field has been part of St. Augustine since the early 1930s, when it served as home to the St. Augustine Saints, an amateur baseball team co-owned by Frederick Francis - the athlete, tennis coach, and Henry Flagler family connection after whom the field was officially named in 1938. The Saints won the Northeast Florida Championship in 1933 and Francis Day was declared by the mayor that same year. During World War II the field was used for military training. The last baseball game was played here in 1952, and the field gradually transitioned into its current role as the city's primary event space. Today Francis Field hosts an extraordinary range of events year-round. The St. Augustine Celtic Music and Heritage Festival draws thousands each spring with Highland Games, international Celtic musicians on two stages, Irish and Scottish cuisine, and the world's oldest St. Patrick's Parade. The Sing Out Loud Music Festival has brought nationally touring acts including the Black Keys and Mumford & Sons to this field. The Lions Club Seafood Festival, the Latin American Music Festival, the Greek Festival, art shows, 5K races, food markets, craft fairs, and community celebrations of every description cycle through Francis Field throughout the calendar year. The Project SWING Park on the Francis Field grounds - St. Augustine's Wish for Its Next Generation - includes an interactive playground for older children, a separate toddler area, shaded picnic spots, and a pavilion available for private events. It makes the field a destination even on days when no major event is scheduled. Location is one of Francis Field's great advantages. It sits adjacent to the Historic Downtown Parking Facility, making it the easiest place in the city to park for events. The Visitor Information Center is steps away. The Castillo de San Marcos is visible from the field. Downtown hotels, restaurants, and St. George Street are all within comfortable walking distance. If you are planning a visit to St. Augustine, checking the Francis Field events calendar before you go is always worthwhile. The city's most memorable outdoor experiences tend to happen here. Highlights: Premier outdoor event venue in St. Augustine Host to Celtic Festival, Sing Out Loud, Lions Seafood Festival, Greek Festival Originally home to the St. Augustine Saints baseball team since 1930s Named after Frederick Francis in 1938 Project SWING Park playground on grounds Adjacent to downtown parking garage Steps from Visitor Information Center and Castillo de San Marcos Events calendar changes monthly - check before visiting Free to walk through when no tic