AMELIA ISLAND WINTER
EVENTS CALENDAR


Reindeer Run
December 12
The Amelia Island Runners will conduct their annual Reindeer Run on Saturday, December 12 at the Atlantic Avenue Rec Center. Competitive 5K and10K runs will be held, along with a 1.5 mile walk and a Kid's Run featuring Santa himself. The 5K and 10K runs are within Fort Clinch State Park on a beautiful, shaded course. For more information go to www.ameliaislandrunners.com

 

Lighted Christmas Parade and Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
December 12
Come join in the holiday spirit in downtown Fernandina Beach! The Lighted Christmas Parade will travel down Centre Street at 6 pm. Following the parade, proceed to the waterfront and enjoy the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. 

 

Even pirates get into the Christmas spirit in Historic Downtown Fernandina!
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Christmas Grand Buffet
December 25
The Sunrise Cafe/Ocean Grill at Amelia Island Plantation offers fellowship, family and a huge holiday feast - all in the Christmas tradition! Seating times from 1 pm to 5 pm. Tickets are $50 for adults and $19.95 for children 12 and under. For reservations call (904) 321-5050. Visit their website at www.aipfl.com.

 

Amelia Island Book Festival
February 12-13
This annual event is a favorite for both readers and authors. Plus, every school in Nassau County is visited by a featured author.

 

Art & Antique Show
February 19-21
The 32nd annual Art and Antiques Show will be held at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center February 19-21. Show hours are 10-5 Friday and Saturday and 11-4 on Sunday. All proceeds benefit the Amelia Island Restoration Foundation. For more information call King Antique Shows at (904) 269-2431.

 

Amelia Island Film Festival
February 25 - March 1
Movie lovers will flock to downtown Fernandina during the last weekend in February for this festival taking place at several historic venues.

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