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First Friday Foodie Feature: Salty Pelican

If you’re strolling through downtown Fernandina Beach, a stop at Salty Pelican Bar & Grill is always a good idea. It’s a prime waterfront spot overlooking the Amelia River with […]

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Two pink roseate spoonbills are in a marsh; one stands on a curved, bare branch while the other flies above it with wings spread. Green grass and blurred trees are in the background.

Winter on Amelia Island: A Season of Quiet Magic

Winter settles gently over Amelia Island, trading the hustle and bustle of summer for a quieter kind of magic. With mild temperatures, wide-open beaches, and a cozy historic downtown draped […]

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The Spice & Tea Exchange

Green, Healthy, and Eco-Friendly Gifting this Holiday Season

On Amelia Island, where the beauty of nature surrounds us, let’s welcome this holiday season of giving with not only warmth and joy but also with a commitment to a […]

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Olive Amelia

Sip, Savor, and Sparkle: Amelia Island’s Best Holiday Treats & Toasts

Whether you’re toasting to the season, satisfying your sweet tooth, or just soaking in that island glow, Amelia Island serves up plenty of ways to sip, savor, and sparkle this holiday. Festive […]

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Promotional flyer for the Amelia Island Museum of History Right Whales exhibit featuring right whales swimming in blue-green water

Exhibit: Right Whales of Amelia Island

Looking out from Amelia Island’s beaches, the warm coastal waters of SE Georgia and NE Florida host the only calving grounds for the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. This […]

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Event flyer for Farewell to the Maple Leaf at Amelia Island Museum of History, featuring photos of Sean McCarthy, Tammy Rogers, and Thomm Jutz, with live music and silent auction on Dec 7, 2025, from 1-4 pm.

A Silent Auction and Farewell Celebration

Celebrate the closing of The Maple Leaf and its companion art show on Sunday, December 7! Enjoy an afternoon of art, history, and live music by Sean McCarthy, Grammy Award–winning […]

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Anchor Trolley ghost tour

Ghosts, Graves, and Grits: A Southern Gothic Amelia Island

There’s a certain chill in the Amelia Island air that has nothing to do with the weather. Maybe it’s the sea breeze drifting through the moss-draped oaks, or the way […]

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Green Turtle Tavern Live Music Downtown

Great Venues for Live Music on Amelia Island

Music makes the world go round. Check out these live music venues on Amelia Island that will feed your soul.

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Promotional flyer for a kids storytime event with book readings. Details three dates and locations in Georgia and Florida, features cartoon book covers, and highlights that the event is free and includes fun activities and inspiring stories.

Magical Storytime with SparkStar!

Join The Book Loft for a reading of The AWEsome Wonders of Your World. This interactive picture book takes kids on a global adventure with SparkStar, a galactic pup guide. […]

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christmas snowmen

Celebrate a Warm and Cheerful Holiday Season on Amelia Island

As the end of 2025 approaches, we invite you to join us in celebrating the joy of the season, Island-style. While we may not have snow to signal the arrival […]

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A white plate with grilled fish and a golden-fried seafood cake on top, served over white rice and sautéed vegetables, garnished with herbs and diced peppers. A blurred person stands in the background.

Friday Foodie Feature: Cafe Karibo

Nestled in the heart of downtown Fernandina Beach, Cafe Karibo has an eclectic vibe that captures the laid-back charm and flavor diversity that define Amelia Island. Whether you’re a longtime local or […]

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Aerial view of an outdoor event with people sitting on grass and chairs, gathered around a stage with a curved roof. Surrounding areas have palm trees, buildings, and parked cars. The atmosphere is lively and sunny.

Amelia Island Cookout – Backyard BBQ & Oyster Roast

Wrap up the Cookout Weekend with a laid-back celebration at a brand new venue in the heart of downtown! Enjoy BBQ, fresh roasted oysters, cold keg beer, cocktails, and great […]

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A gourmet seafood dish featuring lobster tail, a delicate sauce, and a small garnished cube, artfully presented on a white plate with a blurred wine rack in the background.

Amelia Island Cookout – Kick-off Dinners

Begin your culinary weekend with delightful kickoff dinners at David’s Restaurant and Burlingame. At David’s, enjoy the creations of chefs David Echeverri, Gilles Schreiber and Brandon Carter. Meanwhile, Burlingame features […]

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People gather at outdoor tables under large umbrellas on a patio at night, enjoying food and conversation. Warm lighting and trees surround the area, with a house in the background.

Amelia Island Cookout – Cigars and Port

Join us for an elegant evening at Ash Street Cigar Parlor featuring a curated experience of four premium ports paired with your choice of a Davidoff cigar and complemented by […]

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pajama shopping on Black Friday

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 […]

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Colorful poster for Fernandina Beach Hispanic Heritage Music Food Festival with vibrant text, guitars, sombreros, flowers, hearts, and decorative patterns on a black background.

Fernandina Beach Hispanic Heritage Food Festival

Experience the rich and diverse culture of Nassau County’s Hispanic community through food, music, and family-friendly activities in historic downtown Fernandina Beach. The event will be held on South 3rd […]

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A vibrant orange sunset over a calm marina with silhouetted sailboats and dock posts in the foreground. The sun is partially visible on the horizon, casting a warm glow on the water.

After Dark on Amelia Island: A Night Owl’s Guide

Sure, Amelia Island is known for bright sunny days at the beach, on the links, or in the water. But, when the sun dips below the horizon and the day […]

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Holiday Home tour

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 […]

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Flyer for Less Stress, Greater Joy: A Live Event with Dawn Grant featuring event details, benefits, a photo of Dawn smiling with raised arms, and a brief bio. Event is on September 20, 2025, at Hampton Inn, Amelia Island.

Less Stress, Greater JOY: A Live Event with Dawn Grant

Join me, Dawn Grant—The Zone Whisperer—for a 2-hour live workshop designed to help you release stress, sharpen your focus, and reconnect with the best version of yourself. Over the last […]

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A band performs on stage in front of a crowd, with blue and purple lights shining. The musicians play guitars and drums, and a pink flower design is projected on a brick wall behind them. Audience members watch and enjoy the music.

What’s New on Amelia Island, Part II

Amelia Island continues to grow and surprise, with new restaurants, boutiques, and activities adding to its charm each season. From fresh flavors to unique finds and fun ways to explore, […]

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Two colorful cocktails on a reflective table: one greenish drink with mint, and one pink drink with a lime and cherry. Both have straws. A person with a navy sleeve sits in the blurred background with palm trees visible.

Amelia Island Museum of History Pub Crawl

A wealth of historical information about downtown Fernandina and a good time for all! Make a reservation to tour a few of our small town’s most popular, notorious or otherwise […]

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Shrimp Drop lights

New Year’s Eve Shrimp Drop

Join the City of Fernandina Beach and Light Up Amelia for a unique, family-friendly New Year’s celebration! Ring in the new year at the downtown waterfront in conjunction with the […]

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A Kids’ View of Amelia Island

Hi, fellow kid explorers! If you’re heading to Amelia Island, grab your backpack and sense of adventure because I’m about to give you the Top 10 coolest things for kids to do […]

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Arts Market Map

Fernandina Beach Arts Market

Join us Saturday mornings in historic downtown for the Fernandina Beach Arts Market. This will be the market’s new location at 508 Centre Street, between Peppers Cocina Restaurant and Tequila […]

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