Annual Budget

Music & Art by the Sea, proudly organized by the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association in collaboration with its sponsors and partners, is celebrating its 23rd consecutive season of offering free community concerts. This cherished event continues to bring joy to both our residents and visitors without receiving any financial support from St. Johns County or the City of St. Augustine Beach. As part of our commitment to transparency and responsible management of donated funds and sponsorship contributions, we are sharing our 2025 Concert budget. You might find the costs quite eye-opening!  

Expense Amount

Rent  $4,500

Police $9,400

Bands $7,600

DJ $1,400

Sound $1,000

Insurance $950

marketing $1,500

Shuttle $1,400

Grand Total $27,750

Here’s how you can make a difference: Become a member of our organization! Annual memberships start at just $20, and by shopping locally, you can recoup your membership investment. Show your membership card at over 40 local businesses and enjoy exclusive benefits while supporting our vibrant community.  Click HERE to Join!

You can also support us by becoming a sponsor! Event sponsorships are available for just $1,000 for the entire year. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with our community, make new friends, and grow your business and brand by reaching new customers. Click here to email us about sponsorship opportunities 

Support our mission with a tax-deductible donation to our 501(c)(3) non-profit arm, The Beach Music & Arts Fund. Your generosity helps us pay our entertainers, provide summer art and music camp scholarships, and sustain live music for our monthly community First Friday Art Walk.