The Amelia Island Oceanfront Cookout Featured October 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Meet and mingle with extraordinary chefs and beverage experts as they take their best work outdoors for an oceanfront cookout. With an unforgettable backdrop of dunes and ocean, enjoy sizzling seafood, grilled and slow-roasted meats and other creations from island and national chefs, along with abundant wine and cocktails, desserts and live entertainment. Tickets: $170 […] $170
Annual Ritz-Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting November 25 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Celebrate the season as the Ritz-Carlton illuminates its 40-foot Christmas tree with thousands of sparkling lights. Enjoy live holiday music, festive performances, fresh-baked cookies, cider, Santa’s arrival, and a spectacular fireworks finale. Complimentary shuttle service will be available from Peters Point. $25
Santa’s Magical Dinner November 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Guests are invited to join Santa for a magical holiday wonderland experience, where children can share their Christmas wish lists and receive a commemorative photo. Enjoy a lavish buffet-style dinner featuring favorites for both adults and kids, along with a decadent holiday dessert buffet. The enchanting theme of The Nutcracker inspires the whimsical evening.
Thanksgiving Grand Feast November 26 @ 11:00 am - 6:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Celebrate Thanksgiving with an elaborate culinary presentation of traditional holiday favorites accompanied by live music! Children will treasure holiday-inspired crafts and games.
Build-A-Gingerbread House with a Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chef November 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Build-A-Gingerbread House with a Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chef The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to experiencing the joy and magic of creating their own Gingerbread house with guidance from a pastry chef eager to share their secrets and expertise. The fun and interactive activity bolsters family bonds and is a […]
Nutcracker Tea November 28 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Experience the enchantment of the season with a delightful Nutcracker Tea and performance by The Florida Ballet. Enjoy a charming afternoon tea amidst holiday cheer and festive treats, including an exquisite presentation of tea sandwiches, pastries, holiday cookies, and savory bites. Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to celebrate the season and create cherished memories for […]
Breakfast with Santa December 5 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am Breakfast with Santa The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Children of all ages will delight in sharing their holiday wishes with Santa Claus while the whole family enjoys an extravagant breakfast buffet decorated with magical gingerbread and holiday creations. Held in the Lobby Lounge. Â
Santa’s Storybook Tea December 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Santa’s Storybook Tea The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Celebrate the season with a storybook reading by Santa and afternoon tea in a magical space adorned with holiday décor and gingerbread creations. A buffet of pastries, candies, cakes, finger sandwiches, and a keepsake photo with Santa Claus are sure to delight the entire family. Held in the Lobby Lounge.
Sounds of the Season: Nicole Zuratis Featured December 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Sounds of the Season featuring Nicole Zuraitis 7:00 PM performance | Artist dinner at Salt immediately after (dinner tickets sold separately from concert tickets) Two-time GRAMMY winner Nicole Zuraitis brings her quartet to Amelia Island for a festive outdoor concert beneath the Ritz-Carlton's grand Christmas tree, an evening of jazz and holiday spirit under the […]
16th Annual New Year’s Eve Black & White Gala December 31, 2026 @ 9:00 pm - January 1, 2027 @ 2:00 am The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, FL, United States Make it a night to remember, welcoming the New Year at the Sixteenth Annual Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Black and White New Year’s Eve Gala. Enjoy extravagant food and an array of scrumptious desserts in the beautiful Ritz-Carlton ballroom. Dance the night away to live music, enjoying the open bar, spectacular fireworks, and a Champagne toast […]