7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm October 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm The woods are waking up... and this year, they’ve changed. Deep in the dark timberland of Northeast Florida, an old curse still lingers. Witches, cursed souls, and the Forsaken dead have haunted these woods for centuries—and every October, they come alive. Terror On The Timber Farm is Northeast Florida’s immersive outdoor haunted attraction, sending you […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm October 31 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm The woods are waking up... and this year, they’ve changed. Deep in the dark timberland of Northeast Florida, an old curse still lingers. Witches, cursed souls, and the Forsaken dead have haunted these woods for centuries—and every October, they come alive. Terror On The Timber Farm is Northeast Florida’s immersive outdoor haunted attraction, sending you […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm November 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Terror on the Timber Farm The woods are waking up... and this year, they’ve changed. Deep in the dark timberland of Northeast Florida, an old curse still lingers. Witches, cursed souls, and the Forsaken dead have haunted these woods for centuries—and every October, they come alive. Terror On The Timber Farm is Northeast Florida’s immersive outdoor haunted attraction, sending you […]
10:00 am - 6:00 pm Right Whale Festival November 7 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Right Whale Festival Protecting North Atlantic right whales is something we should all be part of. With fewer than 380 remaining, their future depends on all of us. Everyone, including families and communities, plays an important role in helping to protect these whales. Join us at the Right Whale Festival to learn how you can join the effort […] Free
10:00 am - 3:00 pm Right Whale Festival November 8 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Right Whale Festival Protecting North Atlantic right whales is something we should all be part of. With fewer than 380 remaining, their future depends on all of us. Everyone, including families and communities, plays an important role in helping to protect these whales. Join us at the Right Whale Festival to learn how you can join the effort […] Free
2026-11-13 Featured Pétanque Amelia Island Open Featured Pétanque Amelia Island Open Featured November 13 - November 15 Pétanque Amelia Island Open Amelia Island Open (AIO), the largest international petanque event in the Americas welcomes world champions, players and spectators from around the world to this charming Florida island. Play takes place at the downtown harbor front and historic district that welcomes all with shops, restaurants and a true feeling of joie de vivre. Friday Amelia Island […]
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Annual Ritz-Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting November 25 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Annual Ritz-Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting 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
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Santa’s Magical Dinner November 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Santa’s Magical Dinner 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.
11:00 am - 6:30 pm Thanksgiving Grand Feast November 26 @ 11:00 am - 6:30 pm Thanksgiving Grand Feast Celebrate Thanksgiving with an elaborate culinary presentation of traditional holiday favorites accompanied by live music! Children will treasure holiday-inspired crafts and games.
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Annual Black Friday Pajama Party November 27 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Annual Black Friday Pajama Party Slip into your comfiest pajamas and kick off the holiday season with us! Let’s celebrate and support our local downtown businesses together. Enjoy live music, fabulous shopping discounts, and a special visit from Santa! Don’t miss out on the fun—mark your calendars and spread the word.
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Downtown Annual Christmas Tree Lighting November 27 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Downtown Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Get into the spirit with the lighting of the huge Christmas tree in downtown Fernandina. Enjoy live performances, baked goods, holiday wares, and a visit from Santa himself!
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Holiday Lights Celebration November 27 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Holiday Lights Celebration We invite you to kick off the season at our festive holiday lights celebration! Guests and locals will help us welcome Santa to our island paradise with the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m. Be sure to make your way around the shopping village to enjoy train rides, a bounce house, crafts, a scavenger […]
9:30 am - 11:30 am 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 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 […]
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nutcracker Tea November 28 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nutcracker Tea 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 […]
2026-12-01 Featured Holidays on Amelia Island Featured Holidays on Amelia Island Featured December 1 - December 31 Holidays on Amelia Island Lights, decorations, a historic downtown, and the warmth of Southern hospitality combine to make the holidays especially enchanting on Amelia Island. From the night before Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, here’s a sampling of holiday happenings that will banish even the strongest case of the “Bah Humbugs.” Annual Ritz-Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting Omni Turkey Trot […]
10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Home Tour December 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Home Tour Mark your calendars for the 19th Annual Amelia Island Museum of History Holiday Home Tour. Kick off your holiday season on Amelia Island the first weekend of December! Don’t Miss out on Fernandina Beach’s most iconic Christmas Event – the Amelia Island Museum of History’s Holiday Home Tour. Carefully curated homes are decorated by the […] $35
8:30 am - 10:30 am Breakfast with Santa December 5 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am Breakfast with Santa 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.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Home Tour December 5 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Home Tour Mark your calendars for the 19th Annual Amelia Island Museum of History Holiday Home Tour. Kick off your holiday season on Amelia Island the first weekend of December! Don’t Miss out on Fernandina Beach’s most iconic Christmas Event – the Amelia Island Museum of History’s Holiday Home Tour. Carefully curated homes are decorated by the […] $35
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Santa’s Storybook Tea December 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Santa’s Storybook Tea 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.
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Lighted Christmas Parade December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Lighted Christmas Parade All are invited! Come enjoy the magic of the holiday season at the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, organized by America's Youth. The parade will consist of bands, dancers, lighted floats, and more. Begins at Central Park. Free