2024-09-01 Dining Month Dining Month September 1, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - September 30, 2024 @ 10:00 pm Dining Month September is Amelia Island Dining Month, when local chefs showcase their talents at the hottest restaurants with $35 and $55 prix-fixe dinners all month long. Plus, for every special prix fixe meal you order, $1 will benefit Barnabas Center, supporting neighbors in need. Get a taste of what’s to come and dig into the island’s […]
2024-09-29 Featured Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Featured Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Featured September 29, 2024 - October 6, 2024 Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Every year during the first week of October, the Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival brings exciting world-class jazz entertainment to Fernandina Beach, FL in styles including Contemporary, Big Band, Latin, Swing, Dixieland, Blues and much more…
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sounds on Centre October 4, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sounds on Centre Soundwavez is rockin' our season finale! Bring a chair and your dancing shoes for an amazing October evening. There will be Pirates to play with the kids and dance with the young at heart. The rest of the prize packages will be given away, and any remaining merchandise will be discounted to get ready for […]
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Island Hop Craft Beer Festival October 5, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Island Hop Craft Beer Festival Taste beers from 20-30 craft breweries of Northeast Florida including, First Love, Mocama, Amelia Tavern, and more. Family friendly event, but must be 21+ to taste. Live music, arts, crafts booths, and merchandise for sale. All proceeds benefit Fernandina Beach Main Street.
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Booze and Bites Tour October 5, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Booze and Bites Tour Join us as you stroll through the streets of Historic Downtown, Fernandina Beach. We will take you on an adventure to the restaurants and bars in the area. Get to know the island, find new things to do, and learn about our vibrant history. Explore Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach with a fun guided walking tour […] $89
1:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Food Festival October 12, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Food Festival The 3rd Annual Fernandina Beach Hispanic Heritage Food Festival will be honoring the diverse Hispanic Culture in the Nassau County area. Through the taste of food from over 8 different countries, experience all the Hispanic Community has to offer in the culinary world. There will also be vendors and live music. This is a family-friendly […] Free
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Amelia Island Half Marathon October 12, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Amelia Island Half Marathon Register to run the Amelia Island Half, 12k, Lighthouse Loop 5k, or the Seaside Challenge. Enjoy the beautiful sights of Amelia Island, including the historic downtown, the oldest lighthouse in Florida, and shady Fort Cinch.
8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8-Flags Car Show October 19, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8-Flags Car Show Annual Car show consisting of everything from restored antiques to modern era limited edition corvettes. Entrants travel great distances to participate. Judging takes place in several categories, including getting the spectators involved in selecting the People's Choice Award.
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Pledge the Pink October 17, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Pledge the Pink A 4-day, cancer-kicking, bestie-bonding, bling-earning, beach-hopping adventure of a lifetime. Together, we will run, walk, and crawl 30 miles in search for the cure on Amelia Island, Florida.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Chefs Theater – Amelia Island Cookout 2024 October 19, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Chefs Theater – Amelia Island Cookout 2024 Chefs Theater by Chef Okan Kizilbayir of Salt with perfectly paired wines. Salt restaurant Chef Okan Kizilbayir refreshes the traditional cooking school format with an intimate gathering around the demonstration table to learn how to prepare two themed entrees and a dessert. Each dish is paired with wines to be savored while engaging with Okan […] $400
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Sprouting Project Dinner | October Theme: Squash October 19, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Sprouting Project Dinner | October Theme: Squash Guests will enjoy an intimate southern-inspired true farm-to-table dinner at The Sprouting Project, our culinary team’s answer to hyper-local sustainability. The dinner includes a tour of the resort's state-of-the-art aquaponic greenhouse, expansive organic gardens, the barrel room and large collection of beehives while enjoying passed bites and harvest inspired cocktails, all before a five-course chef […] $109
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm TOAST to Clean Water October 19, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm TOAST to Clean Water TOAST to a healthy St. Marys River! This is St. Marys Riverkeeper’s biggest fundraising event of the year! Join us on October 19th from 6:30p-10:00p at Sugar Pointe Estate for live music, an outstanding silent auction and raffle, a delicious Lowcountry Boil, door prize, and MORE! Funds raised will support St. Marys Riverkeeper’s education and […]
7:00 am - 5:00 pm Amelia Island Hub Tour (Bike) October 17, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Amelia Island Hub Tour (Bike) Explore Amelia Island and the surrounding area on this bicycle Hub Tour, where our home base will remain the same throughout the tour. All meals except one are included, and we’ll take you on fun excursions like a river cruise and a tour of the Amelia Island Lighthouse! This is an All Ages, Coed Bike […]
9:00 am - 5:00 pm Beach Bliss Amelia Island Retreat October 18, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Beach Bliss Amelia Island Retreat Join us for an unforgettable LOCAL weekend escape to the enchanting shores of Amelia Island! Immerse yourself in beachside yoga, indulge in boho-chic picnics, and explore the heart of downtown with sips and bites. Kayak through nature's wonders and unwind in charming accommodations. It's not just a retreat; it's an experience! The mission is relaxation! […]
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm She Nailed It! October 20, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm She Nailed It! Join us at our 3rd Annual She Nailed It! - all woman team hammering competition. This is our signature fundraising event. Come be part of the fun and cheer on your favorite team!
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm Amelia Island Dance Series: Masquerade October 20, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm Amelia Island Dance Series: Masquerade An annual favorite, our Masquerade Ball! Come dressed to impress! Crescendo Amelia is proud to announce the return of our Amelia Island Dance Series. Perfect for dancing or just enjoying the sounds of a classic big band with a modern flair, these events offer a variety of music from the 1920’s through the 2000’s. Sadler […]
12:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2nd Annual 3rd Street Oktoberfest October 26, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2nd Annual 3rd Street Oktoberfest The 2nd Annual 3rd Street Oktoberfest is a lively and festive event that captures the spirit of the traditional German celebration. Located on South 3rd Street, between Centre & Ash, this annual festival features an array of activities such as live music, children's activities, German dog racing, various competitions, prize giveaways, delicious food including pretzels […]
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Adult Only BYOB Twilight River Cruise August 9, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Adult Only BYOB Twilight River Cruise Embark on a remarkable BYOB adventure with our Adult Only Twilight River Cruise. This two-hour, journey to nowhere, is crafted exclusively for adults seeking unforgettable experiences as we look for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, turkeys, wild horses, white tail deer, and more. Enjoy a glorious sunset, and sip on your favorite beverages as you […] $45
10:00 am - 12:30 pm Cumberland Island Boat Tour March 1, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Cumberland Island Boat Tour Discover the lure of Amelia and Cumberland Islands on this Enchanting “Tails & Tales” Wildlife Sightseeing and History Tour.Departs 7 days a week at 10:00 a.m. Embark on an exceptional Cumberland Island Tour, a two-and-a-half hour journey that unveils the captivating history and amazing wildlife of Amelia and Cumberland Islands. You will board one of […]
10:00 am - 6:00 pm Right Whale Festival November 2, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Right Whale Festival The Right Whale Festival celebrates the annual return of endangered North Atlantic right whales to the warm coastal waters off northeast Florida and Georgia, where they give birth to and nurse their young. With less than 360 remaining, this family fun event raises awareness of the threats to right whales and how we can help […]