Imagine a 4th of July celebration full of food, music, fireworks, and plenty of small-town charm. Amelia Island throws the best Independence Day parties and you’re invited!
The Amelia Island Hispanic Heritage Music and Food Festival is an annual event to highlight, through music and food the rich and diverse culture represented by the Hispanic community in […]
Pictured above: Amelia Island Downtown Tasting Tours Park the car. Follow your mood. The beauty of downtown Fernandina Beach isn’t about checking off a list of things to do – it’s about […]
If this your first time visiting our beautiful island (and even if it’s not), take a look at these 10 “first-timer” ideas and get out there and experience one or all of them. You’ll become an “Islander” in no time!
With more than 50 blocks of historic charm and preserved structures on every corner, downtown Fernandina Beach tells a great story. Here’s a photo-inspired stroll through downtown using 10 snapshots […]
Downtown Fernandina Beach is a full-blown adventure when you see it from a kid’s point of view. Every corner holds a treasure, and every storefront is just a sample of […]
For the first time in our history, Gumball 3000 arrives in Amelia Island on June 5th, bringing the energy of our 27th annual rally – Miami to Mexico City – […]
From boutique shops and eclectic dining to museum tours and spa services, sightseeing downtown is as easy as ABC…
Get to see the historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Old Town, the Silk Stocking District, and parts of the north end of Fernandina Beach with our trolley tour! What better way […]
Ring in the New Year on Amelia Island and enjoy championship level football at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville. It’s a win win!
Ring in 2026 with an extraordinary culinary celebration at the iconic Hoyt House in Downtown Fernandina. This New Year’s Eve experience goes far beyond dinner — it is an immersive […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Music makes the world go round. Check out these live music venues on Amelia Island that will feed your soul.
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]