May 13th through June 8th, 2012. Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival. The Chamber Music Festival presents a galaxy of international stars and emerging talent at venues throughout Amelia Island. Take advantage of the special discounts on performance packages. By presenting a valid confirmation number from your Addison reservation, visitors will receive a 50% discount on all Festival ticket purchases. Discounts, which cannot be combined, are available through the Festival box office at 904-261-1779.
May 26th and 27th, 2012. World War II Event at Fort Clinch. Fort Clinch State Park will host a program Memorial Day Weekend on May 26 and 27, in honor of the men and women who served in World War II. Visitors can explore military displays, view memorabilia and learn about the uniforms, weapons, vehicles and lifestyle of those who were part of the war during the 1940s.
June 1st, 2012. Sounds on Center Free Concert. Instant Groove will be playing jazz and R&B in this free street concert downdown. Two blocks of Center will be closed between 6 and 8 PM for these well-attended concerts. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to meet some pirates.
June 2nd and 3rd, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
June 7th through the 23rd, 2012. Amelia Community Theatre's performance of Steel Magnolias. Visit their website for a full schedule and show times.
June 8th and 9th, 2012. Georgia Barbecue Association "Going Coastal Cookoff". Central Park will be smokin' with this new GBA sanctioned event.
June 9th, 2012. Artrageous Artwalk. Many local art galleries are open late and offering a chance to talk with local artists, watch them create their works and have glass of wine.
July 6th, 2012. Sounds on Center Free Concert. The Stephen Combs band will be bringing a little country to this free street concert downdown. Two blocks of Center will be closed between 6 and 8 PM for these well-attended concerts. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to meet some pirates.
July 7th and 8th, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
July 14th, 2012. Artrageous Artwalk. Many local art galleries are open late and offering a chance to talk with local artists, watch them create their works and have glass of wine.
August 2nd through the 18th, 2012. Amelia Community Theatre's performance of Neil Simon's God's Favorite. Visit their website for a full schedule and show times.
August 3rd, 2012. Sounds on Center Free Concert. Fermin Spanish Guitar will be playing flamenco music in this free street concert downdown. Two blocks of Center will be closed between 6 and 8 PM for these well-attended concerts. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to meet some pirates.
August 4th and 5th, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
August 24th and 25th, 2012. The Great Southern Tailgate Cookoff. Kick off the football season with a barbeque competition at the beach with the 2nd Annual Great Southern Tailgate Cook-off! Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society, professional barbeque competition teams will compete for over $20,000 in cash and prizes at Main Beach Park on beautiful Amelia Island, Florida. Bring your family, friends, and your appetite to Main Beach Park and enjoy great entertainment including live music from national, local and regional bands. Cheer on your favorite backyard team as they battle against other local teams in their own barbeque competition. Get ready for football season and learn a few new barbeque tricks to show off at your own football tailgate parties! The Great Southern Tailgate Cookoff, where the brisket meats the beach.
September 1st and 2nd, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
September 7th, 2012. Sounds on Center Free Concert. The Beech Street Blues Band, a locals' favorite, will be entertaining you in this free street concert downdown. Two blocks of Center will be closed between 6 and 8 PM for these well-attended concerts. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to meet some pirates.
September 14th through the 16th, 2012 Amelia Island Blues Festival. Get your blues on at the beach with the second annual Blues Festival! Event details will be posted as soon as they are available. www.AmeliaIslandBluesFest.com
September 15th and 16th, 2012. Spanish-American War Event at Fort Clinch. A weekend event to commemorate the part that Fort Clinch played in the Spanish-American War. The fort will be filled with uniformed interpreters and participants will also be able to enjoy exhibits of the armament and period military equipment.
October 5th, 2012. Sounds on Center Free Concert. The Gabriel Arnold Quartet is bringing Motown hits and R&B to this free street concert downdown. Two blocks of Center will be closed between 6 and 8 PM for these well-attended concerts. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to meet some pirates.
October 6th and 7th, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
October 13th, 2012. Amelia Island Wine Festival. The Wine Festival features wines from all over Florida and the vintners that make them. Enjoy live music while sampling wine and sample fare from the island's diverse array of restaurants.
October 13th and 14th, 2012. Confederate Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
November 3rd and 4th, 2012. First Weekend Union Garrison, Fort Clinch State Park. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
November 9th through the 11th, 2012. Petanque America Open and French Food/Wine Festival. More details to follow.
November 10th, 2012. History of the American Soldier at Fort Clinch. Fort Clinch State Park will host a full day event to salute our Armed Forces on Saturday, Nov. 10. Visitors will enjoy a day filled with military history and displays from the Revolutionary War to present day while interacting with living historians from each major U.S. military conflict. Period music and firing demonstrations will also highlight the experience. In addition, participants can visit the Fort Clinch Canteen for a variety of delightful refreshments.
December 1st and 2nd, 2012. Union Holiday Encampment at Fort Clinch. Living historians recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. Activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations and marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. This special holiday encampment also allows you to watch as the fort is decorated for the holiday season. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
March 2nd and 3rd, 2013. Amelia Island Garden Show. The 4th annual Amelia Island Garden Show produced by the Fernandina Farmers Market will roll out nature's brightest colors for two days on March 3 & 4, 2012 at Central Park in Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, Florida. With growers and nurseries from around the state, the Amelia Island Garden Show will feature more than 50 vendors with a full assortment of flowers and plants, fruit trees and palms, orchids, herbs, container gardens, native plants, butterfly-friendly plants, shrubs, garden accessories and more.
April 20th, 2013. 9th Annual Katie Ride For Life. The Katie Ride for Life takes place on beautiful Amelia Island, FL. Riding distances include 18, 36, 62 and 100 miles with an off-road trail course through Ft. Clinch and a fun ride. Walk options include a 5K or 10K. All events feature fully-supported and well-marked courses, SAG vehicles and energizing rest stops with food and drinks. Participants will receive a Katie Ride for Life t-shirt, breakfast before the event and a catered, sit-down lunch and reception following. There are currently over 113,000 individuals waiting for transplants in America. Every 15 minutes someone is added to the waiting list and every 90 minutes someone dies for lack of an organ. 'Recycle your life'. Sign up 'on line' to be an organ donor at www.DonateLifeFlorida.org
May 2nd, 2013. Shrimp Festival Pirate Parade. Kick-off the 50th Annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival with the Pirate Parade along Ash Street in downtown Fernandina Beach! Watch the parade from the comfort of our front porch as we continue Happy Hour.
May 3rd through May 5th, 2013. 50th Annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival. The 50th Annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival will feature three days of arts and crafts, 300 juried artists, live entertainment, numerous food booths and of course, fresh, local Fernandina shrimp!
