Prepare for patriotism at the annual Hometown 4th of July celebration. This family friendly event begins at 6 p.m. Come and enjoy music, browse the vendors, and be wowed by the spectacular fireworks display that commences promptly at 9 p.m. Bring the family, bring a chair and enjoy the show!
More information to come on: https://fbfirst.com/upcoming-events
Annual Pride Parade through downtown followed by a festival in Central Park
Visit the Website to sign up and for more details on the event!
WHAT WE ACCEPT:
-GLASS/ PLASTIC BOTTLES
-PROPANE TANKS
-METAL
-PAPER
-CARDBOARD
-OIL
-ELECTRONICS
-APPLIANCES
-FILTERS
-TIRES (4 PER HOUSE)
-HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
-FLUORESCENT BULBS
-PAINT
Many rescue and wildlife groups will be in attendance, making the 2024 event the largest expo in past years. All proceeds will fund the Cats Angels spay/neuter program.
8th Street Mutt Madness Tail Trail Comes to Fernandina Beach, Presented by First Love Brewing Fernandina Beach, FL
Fernandina Beach Main Street, in partnership with First Love Brewing, is thrilled to announce a new event, the 8th Street Mutt Madness Tail Trail. Sponsored by IQ Fiber and First Port City Bank, with JW Frame Gallery as the Print Sponsor, this event promises a month-long celebration of community spirit and furry companionship. The 8th Street Mutt Madness Tail Trail will run throughout the month of March, culminating in the Mutt Madness After Party on April 7th from 2-4PM at First Love Brewing. Shoppers are invited to participate by picking up cards at participating locations along the 8th Street business corridor. Upon making a minimum purchase of $10, shoppers will have their cards marked by the respective businesses. The more blocks they complete, the more chances they'll have to win exciting prizes!
Check our the Participating Business Locations Below:
Red Bones Bakery/Red Bones Bar
Concours d'Elegance Entrants will travel through some of the most beautiful scenery, and interesting driving roads of the Amelia Island area. This driving tour includes breakfast, a coffee stop and lunch and is reserved for Concours Entrants and special guests only.
Ready to experience the very best of all things automotive? Join us for The Amelia - packed with seminars, films, parties, auctions, free Ride & Drives and the renowned Concours d'Elegance, where you'll get an up-close look at hundreds of vehicles you wont see anywhere else.
The Amelia Quilt Guild, The Friends of the Library, and the Fernandina Beach Library are pleased to collaborate on their program, Fabulous Flags of Fernandina in Quilts. Amelia Quilt Guild members created 20x23" quilted art featuring one of the 8 flags of Fernandina. The display offers visitors a multisensory approach to exploring Fernandina's unique history. Free program on February 10th at 3pm and the display will be available from February 10- April 26.
Amelia Island Montessori School's annual chili cook-off is a long running community event that focuses on chili tasting from local competitors. There will be live music, a kid's zone, and chili booths.
Adoption event coordinated by local, non-profit shelter rescue groups. There will be pet related vendors and food trucks. Stop by and meet some of the adorable adoptable animals and talk with volunteers about how you can help by adopting or fostering, volunteering, and/or donating.
Fernandina Beach Main Street will hold its 5th Annual Winter Sip and Shop on Friday, January 19, from 4 to 7 PM. This will kick off Winter Restaurant Week in downtown Fernandina Beach where more than 20 retail shops will remain open late and provide sips of wine to enjoy while shopping. Shoppers will receive a souvenir insulated Main Street wine cup with registration.
Shoppers can check in at the Pocket Park next to Amelia Island Coffee on Centre Street to receive their wine cup, event map, and wristband beginning at 4PM. Participants must be at least 21 years of age and proof of age is required. Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance. Additional tickets can be purchased the day of the event at registration for a price of $25 each. This event will be held rain or shine.
Main Street volunteers will assist in the shops during the event. To purchase tickets for Sip and Shop, please go to https://events.humanitix.com/winter-sip-and-shop-2024 . To become a volunteer for this event, please send an email to lisa@fernandinamainstreet.com.
For up-to-date information on Sip and Shop happening in the Fernandina Beach Main Street District on January 19, visit www.facebook.com/FernandinaMainStreet . Proceeds from this event support the preservation-based economic vitality programs of Fernandina Beach Main Street.
For over a decade, Amelia Island’s annual restaurant week remains one of the most anticipated events on the island.
The ten-day culinary showcase will feature a selection of Amelia Island’s award-winning and popular dining establishments.
From January 19th to 28th, enjoy Restaurant Week prix-fixe menus for lunch ($15) and dinner ($30 or $50)
You are invited to join us for your morning coffee and...
Network with neighboring businesses
Learn about Main Street's new Arboretum designation
Announcement of the 4th Quarter Curb Appeal Winner
Claim your business on Distrx for FREE
Join us January 18th as we present details about Fernandina Beach Main Street's new Arboretum designation in collaboration with Gardens of Amelia, a Keep Nassau Beautiful initiative. We will also recognize our 4th Quarter Curb Appeal Award recipient for improvements to their property located within the Main Street District. There will be coffee and muffins and lots of time for networking too!
All businesses within the FB Main Street District are invited to attend at no charge. We do request that you register for planning purposes.
Join your hosts at the Library on Wednesday, January 17th at 3pm for a showing of The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988) followed by a Pippi-themed craft at the Fernandina Beach Branch Library! RSVP at nassaureads.com
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, The Duncan Lamont Clinch Historical Society will present a panel discussion entitled, "Stories From Our Past - From Segregation to Integration" Neil Frink, who's family was in Fernandina before the city's 1825 incorporation, will serve as a moderator. Joining the panel are four individuals, Wanda Blue, Erving Gilyard, Garry Jones, and Wendy Wells. All of the panelists grew up during the Civil Rights era and represent families that have called Fernandina and Nassau County home for generations.
This is a family friendly community event honoring the life and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
All are welcome to attend or participate in the parade which begins at the Peck Center then travels north on 11th Street, then connects to the traditional parade route on Ash Street. The parade concludes at the MLK, Jr. Center, 1200 Elm Street.
Fernandina Beach was incorporated on January 1, 1825. To celebrate its impending 200th birthday, we are collaborating with local organizations to bring you a series of activities throughout 2024 which culminate with a City-wide party on January 1, 2025. Celebrations will kick off at the first City Commission meeting of 2024. Join us in the chambers (204 Ash Street) on January 2, at 6:00pm for a special presentation. Expect one or two surprise guests in attendance for the occasion.
www.lightupamelia.com
5 - 8pm Booths
7 pm Shrimp Drop
Located at the Waterfront - Lot B
See link for more information and vendor registration
Travel back in time December 7-10, 2023 during the ninth annual Dickens on Centre festival in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Florida, on beautiful Amelia Island. Free to the public, this Victorian holiday festival is sure to enliven your Christmas spirit. Throughout the weekend, feel the spirit of the holiday with Victorian-inspired entertainment on two stages. Families will enjoy a plethora of fun including Tiny Tim's Kids Zone, visits with St. Nick, holiday entertainment and shopping, festive food and drink, costumed characters, holiday movies and plenty of Christmas inspiration.
Details of all events that are part of Dickens on Centre can be found here: https://www.ameliaisland.com/dickens
The 4th Annual Dickens Illuminated Procession walking parade kicks off Dickens on Centre, Thursday, December 7th. Participation to march in the procession is free and food is available for purchase from local food trucks.
Participants are encouraged to bring illuminated lanterns or something that shines, glows or twinkles. Only battery operated lights and lanterns will be permitted (no open flames or candles). Show off your holiday spirit and creativity by creating homemade lanterns!
5:00pm: Music, food trucks, and general holiday merriment begins downtown near the Christmas Tree on Front Street
6:00pm: Procession participants gather on Front Street
6:15pm: Procession begins
Parade Route: East on Ash Street, North on 6th Street, and West on Centre Street
6:45pm: An illuminated finale will end the evening fun over the riverfront!
Get ready for a dazzling display of holiday cheer at the Lighted Christmas Parade in Fernandina Beach, FL! Join us for a magical evening filled with twinkling lights, festive floats, and joyful music. This in-person event will take place at the heart of Fernandina Beach, where the streets will come alive with the spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends to witness the enchantment and marvel at the creative displays that will truly light up the night. Don't miss out on this spectacular celebration of the holiday season! with a special guest float
Parade begins at Central Park and heads through downtown.
If you are interested in participating, please contact John Gilbert at (904) 624-5383 or americasyouthin@comcast.net.
400 cyclists through downtown
Don’t Miss out on Fernandina Beach’s most iconic Christmas Event – the Amelia Island Museum of History’s Holiday Home Tour. Carefully curated homes are decorated by the owners with special touches added by local designers. Docents in each home give its history, highlight the period architectural elements, and guide visitors through the homes.
Tickets are $35 until November 28th at 4 p.m., $40 at 4 p.m. and after.
Tickets May be Purchased at the Museum or Online, using the Purchase Tickets button on this page.
If you purchase a ticket online, please bring a copy of your PayPal confirmation to the Will Call table at the Museum the day of the event to receive your paper ticket. This ticket will also include a map of the homes for your convenience.
The Tickets for the Williams house event will also go on sale October 2nd. This event is on November 30th. Tickets to this event are $100.
The Tour for this event begins at 4:00 PM, with wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks and light hors d’oeuvres beginning at 6 PM. The event takes place at 103 S 9th Street; complete details will be emailed one week before the event.
The Annual Black Friday Pajama Party will once again take place in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach on November 24th, the day after Thanksgiving. Join us for a great day of shopping, music, and fun planned from 8AM until 4PM. Downtown merchants will be open for early shopping in your pajamas.
Many will be offering special discounts and treats to enjoy while you shop.
More information about the much-anticipated Pajama Contest will be updated here later. Last year’s categories included: Best Individual, Best Group, Most Creative, and Best Pet Pajamas.
“The Pajama Party is one of the most important holiday shopping days for my business and many others downtown. People love coming from all over to enjoy the fun day and get their holiday shopping done at our unique small businesses.”, says Theresa Duncan, Main Street board member and co-owner of VIlla Villekulla Toy Store. For up-to-date information on discounts, games and events happening in the Fernandina Beach Main Street District for the Black Friday Pajama Party on November 24th, visit https://www.facebook.com/FernandinaMainStreet.
New this year…The party continues at 4PM at the waterfront with S’mores with Pirates, Nassau Community Band, Photos with Santa, and the Royal Amelia Dancers. The annual Tree Lighting will take place at 6PM sharp at the Centre & Front Street, on the waterfront!
Honoring our Veterans
Parade will kick off at Central Park
Get ready, on Saturday November 11, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. the Cross the Line Foundation in partnership with Ricky Robbins R Boys Hauling and the Amelia Island Running Club, will be hosting our third annual Veterans Day Run. You will again be able to choose to run either the 5 Kilometer course or the 5 Mile course which extends along the beach. All runners will start and finish at the Veterans Memorial located on Front Street in Fernandina Beach, Florida. Following the run, at 11:00 a.m., a ceremony honoring our Veterans will be held at the memorial monument.
More information and registration: https://www.crossthelinefoundation.com/veterans-day-5k-update/
