There is always plenty to do on Amelia Island and surrounding areas. The list is long and seems to grow every year. You don’t need to love the beach to love our island. Although, our beaches are pretty darn spectacular! A trip to the fudge shop on Centre Street, for sure. Nana Teresa’s Bake Shop. 13 North 3rd Street. Walk Centre Street, including one block North and one block South...
Armed with decades of experience hosting car-centric events and a purpose to save driving and car culture for future generations, Hagerty is beyond excited to take over as the host of The Amelia. In 2021, the Amelia Island Concours staff joined the Hagerty team and continue to provide their unmatched expertise and historic knowledge on how to run a successful, legendary automotive event. 2022 promises to bring the same celebratory,...
If you are visiting Amelia Island in April, you’ll find many festivals and activities to keep you busy. Should you be here during Easter, there are many places to worship, enjoy a Sunday brunch, or take park in an Easter egg hunt! Easter celebrations on Amelia Island offer sunrise and church services, egg hunts, dining and more. For a complete list of places to worship, click HERE. First Presbyterian Church and...
Memorial weekend, a time to gather friends and family to commemorate our veterans who sacrificed for their country. Getting together might include picnics at the beach, a game of golf with your buddies, attending a barbeque, or floating in the pool with a good book & beverage. Whatever you choose, Amelia Island has you covered! If you are heading to our charming little island for your Memorial Week or Weekend...
Wow! What a great time to be on Amelia Island! 4th of July is one of the biggest celebration of the year, with so many places to enjoy the fireworks – from the beach to the marina, you’ll be sure to catch a glimpse of them somewhere close to where you are staying. Three professional fireworks displays are traditionally held on Amelia Island during the Fourth of July holiday weekend....
Sounds on Centre is a free event, fun for the entire family. 2022 Concerts are on First Fridays in April, May, June, August, September and October. (No concert in July in 2022.) Sounds on Centre is located at the intersection of Second Street and Centre Street in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach Florida. First Friday Shows are 6:00 – 8:00 PM. This is a great way to experience small-town gatherings – bring your beach chairs & join locals while they...
If you are looking to celebrate what many of us refer to as an end-of-summer celebration, we’ve got you covered! We even have some oceanfront units for your long weekend. For most, this is a long weekend spent with family or friends at picnics, pools, beaches, or maybe you’ve decided to finish-up some yard work. But do you know why it’s a Federal Holiday? Why is it called Labor Day?...
Planning an escape from the upcoming cold weather? One of the best Florida winter getaways for snowbird vacationers is beautiful Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach. With a mild climate and plenty of winter season fun, this destination has much to offer, especially during the colder times of the year. A major incentive for many travelers to the island is the small crowds. As one of Florida’s best-kept secrets, the eateries...
Wondering what the straw-like stuff is on our beaches? Or why sometimes there is a line of beach debris (both natural and manmade) many feet away from the current shoreline. Let’s dive into some beach science or ecosystem. A coppery brown during the winter, this perennial grass sprouts vivid green new growth as spring approaches. Spartina alternaflora — or, as the locals refer to it, cordgrass — is one of...
Celebrate togetherness, friendship and love! Whether you would rather have someone else handle all of the cooking or if you just need an extra side dish or two, here is a list of Amelia Island restaurants that are either open on Thanksgiving Day, offer pre-ordered Thanksgiving dinners to go, or have those last-minute items you need for a successful meal. Whatever category you may fall in, there are options to fit...
