Event poster with a red checkered border advertising Harvest Month Welcome Dinner at The Winery at Tuscan Rose Vineyards, featuring wine glasses, a wine bottle, and event details for August 1st at 6 PM with dinner, drinks, and live music.

Harvest Month Welcome Dinner

Join us for a casual evening to toast the start of the busy August harvest before the long days in the field truly begin. We’re kicking off the month with […]

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Two smiling men sit at a table with two glasses of beer. Behind them, text reads Broadway, Beethoven, and Brews. Warm string lights and musical notes decorate the background. Story & Song logo appears in the corner.

“Broadway, Beethoven, & Brews” with John Tibbetts & Geoffrey Loff

“Broadway, Beethoven, & Brews” with John Tibbetts, baritone / Artistic Director of Amelia Island Opera and Geoffrey Loff, Associate Conductor of Komische Oper Berlin Featuring beloved Broadway classics, Beethoven’s monumental […]

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A smiling drummer and a female vocalist perform on stage under the title The Story of Jazz, with musical notes and the Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture logo in the corner.

The Story of Jazz – Part 3: “Brazilian Fantasy”

From the origins of jazz through the big band era and bebop, blues & beyond, the Dynamic Les DeMerle and his band, with vocalist Bonnie Eisele, guides you on a […]

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A smiling man in a straw hat sits with a guitar on his lap in front of a mural of outstretched bird wings, next to a sign reading Bill Ivins Acoustic Flashback with contact info and a photo of him playing guitar.

Acoustic Flashback with Bill Ivins

Take a break by the sea with singer/songwriter Bill Ivins as he brings his signature “acoustic flashback” to our courtyard! Enjoy an afternoon of feel-good favorites and original tunes that […]

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A smiling man with a gray beard, wearing a red hat and dark blazer, sits backward on a wooden chair, resting one arm on top of an acoustic guitar in front of him, against a dark background.

“An Evening of Story & Song” with Vance Gilbert

Vance Gilbert took much of America by storm and by surprise when he was invited to tour with Shawn Colvin nearly 30 years ago. Since then, he has recorded 14 […]

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Two acoustic guitars with necks crossed in an X shape, shown in a black and white illustration.

Acoustic Music Guitar Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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Island Hop Craft Beer Festival

Island Hop Craft Beer Festival 2026

Join us in historic downtown Fernandina Beach for one of Northeast Florida’s favorite craft beverage and spirits festivals, bringing together breweries, distilleries, live music, and more for an unforgettable day […]

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“Swing, Swing, Swing-Exciting Music of the Big Band Era”

Get in the groove with us! Enjoy part 2 of 4 “Story of Jazz” nights. Join the Dynamic Les DeMerle 8-Piece Little Big Band featuring vocalist Bonnie Eisele playing the […]

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Colorful fireworks burst in the night sky, displaying vibrant red, orange, yellow, and green patterns against a black background. Several fireworks are exploding simultaneously, creating a festive atmosphere.

Celebrate July 4th on Amelia Island

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!

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Cocktail Tour Downtown Tasting Tour

The Many Moods of Downtown Fernandina Beach

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 […]

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Five women stand outdoors, each holding a string instrument—violins, viola, and cello. They wear matching floral-patterned jackets over black outfits and smile at the camera, with greenery in the background.

Florida Chamber Music Project

Elevate the human spirit through the beauty of live classical chamber music.

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A crowd sits on lawn chairs and blankets, watching a live outdoor concert at sunset under a large, curved pavilion. String lights hang nearby, and the sky is filled with clouds and orange hues.

Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival

A curated celebration of songwriting, storytelling, and community. Join the Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival for a two-day music event on Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11. This year’s daytime […]

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“Celebrating Sinatra, The Man and His Music”

Groove with the Dynamic Les DeMerle Band with Bonnie Eisele as they perform iconic songs from Frank Sinatra’s recording, “Sinatra At The Sands” featuring “Come Fly With Me”, “Witchcraft”, “One […]

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Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival

Spring Music Events on Amelia Island

Spring on Amelia Island arrives with sunshine, sea breezes, and its very own soundtrack. From intimate songwriter sessions and world-class chamber performances to all-day festivals and free outdoor concerts, you […]

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Promotional flyer for a concert by Eirinn Abu at First Baptist Church, Fernandina Beach, FL on March 20th at 7pm, with photo of Eirinn Abu holding a saxophone; ticket info and guest names included.

2025 World Entertainment Winner Eirinn Abu in Concert

Join saxophone recording artist and 2025 World Entertainment Award Winner Eirinn Abu, along with Grammy-winning violinist Pedro Alfonso and Grammy-winning guitarist Manny Lopez, live in concert Friday, March 20th at […]

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A smiling man in a blue sweatshirt stands in front of a wall with framed records and photos, holding a vinyl record titled Once in a Lifetime by Les Demerle Sound 67. Shelves of records line the background.

Les DeMerle On & Off The Record

Get in the groove with a unique and fun presentation featuring the music of Les DeMerle’s historic LP, “Once In A Lifetime – Sound 67”. Hear the hip, dynamic arrangements […]

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A vintage-style poster for The Shinn-Dig 26 featuring a sunburst, guitars, and event details for a music festival in Fernandina Beach, FL, with band and artist names, date, and location information.

The Shinn-Dig

Shinn Dig 2026: A Day of Music, Community, and Heart at Tigre Island Room Shinn Dig is a free community-driven music festival highlighting original artists, local songwriters, and the next […]

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A jazz big band performs on stage, with musicians playing saxophones, trombones, and trumpets. They sit behind music stands labeled Crescendo Amelia Big Band against a blue curtain backdrop.

Amelia Island Dance Series

Join us on select Sundays in 2026 for an evening of live music & dancing in Fernandina Beach! Perfect for dancing or just enjoying the sounds of a classic big […]

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Two acoustic guitars with necks crossed in an X shape, shown in a black and white illustration.

Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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A musician dressed as a chef, wearing a white chef hat and coat, plays an electric guitar next to a steaming pot with a large wooden spoon on stage.

“An Evening of Story & Song” with “The Sauce Boss” Bill Wharton

Bill “The Sauce Boss” Wharton is a legendary bluesman and an unforgettable showman, famous for literally cooking up a pot of gumbo on stage (that you’ll get to enjoy after […]

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Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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A smiling man with curly hair sits next to a white piano keyboard. The text reads Julian Lawrence Gargiulo. The logo at the bottom right says Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture.

“High Culture in Low Doses” – Pianist With The Hair

Julian Lawrence Gargiulo, commonly referred to as “Pianist with the Hair” because of his distinctive look, is a renowned classical pianist, composer, and humorist who performs all over the world, […]

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A man in a suit holding a cello sits next to a large image of a cello with text that reads: MEET THE MUSICIAN with 25th Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival and the Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture logo.

AICMF: Meet the Musician

Beloved by Festival audiences, Grammy Award–winning cellist Zuill Bailey returns for an engaging evening of stories, insights, and music‑making memories. One of the world’s premier cellists, Bailey is known for […]

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Sunset over calm water with an orange sky, the sun reflecting on the surface. Two dolphins dorsal fins are visible in the foreground, and a distant shoreline stretches across the horizon.

Adult Twilight BYOB Cruise

Unwind. Sip. Sway. Repeat. Trade your barstool for a boat deck and come chase the sunset with us on Amelia Island’s most relaxing and romantic twilight experience. This Adult Twilight […]

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