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# Featured Festivals & Events

Festivals & Events A celebration for every season and scene Nestled off the northeast coast of Florida, Amelia Island offers a festivals and events calendar brimming with diverse and lively gatherings that cater to every interest and age group. From the annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, a beloved tradition that pays homage to the island’s maritime heritage, to Amelia Island Concours Week, a world-class automotive showcase that draws car enthusiasts from far and wide, Amelia Island proudly embraces the vibrant tapestry of its colorful past and present. Featured Festivals & Events favorite Arts & Culture International Live Music Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival October 12 - June 13, 2026 World-famous virtuosos, premier musicians and renowned vocalists across genres take the stage for an exquisite chamber music experience. View Event Foodies Restaurants & Bars favorite Amelia Island Dining Month September 1 - 30, 2026 Discover a celebration of flavors and chef-driven menus that tempt you to stay and savor all September long! favorite Gumball 3000 June 5, 2026 Gumball 3000 arrives in Amelia Island on June 5th, 6-9pm, bringing the energy of our rally - Miami to Mexico City to Amelia Island. All Festivals & Events There's always something to celebrate on Amelia Island. Explore our calendar of annual events below, and start planning your fun-filled getaway. Bars & Breweries Foodies favorite January 16 - 25, 2026 Amelia Island Restaurant Week: January 16 – 25, 2026 Enjoy cuisine from the island’s award-winning and popular dining establishments during Amelia Island Restaurant Week! Read More Arts & Culture Festivals & Events favorite January 29 - February 1, 2026 Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs The festival highlights the art of storytelling, featuring both professional storytellers and musicians whose songs tell stories. Read More Arts & Culture Education favorite February 27 - 28, 2026 Amelia Island Book Festival The AIBF celebrates the joy of reading and writing and is kicked off by a Festival Gala and Festival with more than 100 exhibiting authors on 3/1/25. Read More Arts & Culture Family International favorite March 4 - 8, 2026 Amelia Island Concours Week One of the rites of spring for true car lovers, this celebration is headlined by The Amelia Concours d’Elegance and includes events and auctions. Read More Downtown Kid Friendly Live Music favorite April 3 - October 3, 2026 Sounds on Centre Sing and dance to the beat with free outdoor concerts held in historic Downtown Fernandina Beach on the first Friday of every month, April-October. Read More Live Music favorite April 10 - 11, 2026 Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival The Fernandina Beach Songwriter Festival features free performances, artist meet & greets, and an interactive event and boat cruise. Read More Dining-Outdoor Foodies favorite April 16 - 19, 2026 Fish to Fork This weekend is a true dock-to-dish foodie experience at Omni Amelia Island Resort, with renowned chefs showcasing their fishing and culinary skills. Read More Downtown Family Live Music Pirates favorite May 1 - 3, 2026 Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival This signature event features live music, a family fun zone, arts and crafts, and dozens of shrimp dishes caught right off our coast. Read More favorite May 8 - 17, 2026 Wild Amelia Nature Festival Ten days of exciting events introducing our diverse local ecosystems and the creatures that inhabit them. And the urgent need to preserve them. Read More favorite June 5, 2026 Gumball 3000 Gumball 3000 arrives in Amelia Island on June 5th, 6-9pm, bringing the energy of our rally - Miami to Mexico City to Amelia Island. Read More Foodies Restaurants & Bars favorite September 1 - 30, 2026 Amelia Island Dining Month Discover a celebration of flavors and chef-driven menus that tempt you to stay and savor all September long! Read More Arts & Culture favorite September 10 - 13, 2026 Amelia Island Dance Festival See world-class dance at Amelia Island Dance Festival, September 4-7, 2025. Performances and Master Classes open to the public. Read More Bars & Breweries Family Live Music favorite October 3, 2026 Island Hop Craft Beer & Spirits Fest Discover local & regional brewers of craft beer at Island Hop Craft Beer Festival. With live music, food trucks, a dog park, playground, and market. Read More Arts & Culture Live Music favorite October 4 - 11, 2026 Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Cool cats and music lovers are treated to an incredible celebration of the all-American musical genre of jazz. Read More Dining-Outdoor Family favorite October 8 - 18, 2026 Northeast Florida Fair Don't miss the excitement when the fair comes to town in Callahan, FL. Just a short trip inland from the ocean. Read More Sports favorite October 10 - 11, 2026 Amelia Island Half Marathon The Amelia Island Half Marathon, 12K, Lighthouse Loop 5K and Seaside Challenge come to town. Read More Arts & Culture International Live Music favorite October 12 - June 13, 2026 Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival World-famous virtuosos, premier musicians and renowned vocalists across genres take the stage for an exquisite chamber music experience. Read More Dining-Outdoor Foodies favorite October 15 - 18, 2026 Amelia Island Cookout 2026 An Autumn weekend of extraordinary delights in food and libations with time to explore the island and relax on a beautiful beach. Read More Arts & Culture Festivals & Events favorite November 1 - May 22, 2026 Amelia Island Opera Introducing the 5th AIO season featuring opera productions, concert presentations, plus free workshops, pop-up performances and more. Read More Education Family Live Music Wildlife favorite November 7 - 8, 2026 Right Whale Festival This festival features ocean-themed activities and exhibits that emphasize education and environmentally responsible adventures and products. Read More Downtown International Sports favorite November 13 - 15, 2026 Pétanque Amelia Island Open The Pétanque Amelia Island Open is the largest Pétanque event in America, drawing players from all over the globe to compete. On hiatus in 2025. Read More Family Kid Friendly Milestones favorite November 25 - December 31, 2026 Holidays on Amelia Island Lights, decorations, a historic downtown, and the warmth of Southern hospitality combine to make the holidays especially enchanting on Amelia Island. Read More Downtown Family History Live Music favorite December 10 - 13, 2026 Dickens on Centre Our traditional Dickens on Centre street festival in downtown returns. Enjoy costumed characters, themed entertainment, seasonal vendors, and more! Read More Family Sports favorite December 27, 2026 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Celebrate the holidays on beautiful Amelia Island while enjoying championship-level football. The TaxSlayer Gator Bowl is held in nearby Jacksonville. Read More Downtown Family Kid Friendly favorite December 31, 2026 Shrimp Drop Watch a giant shrimp covered in lights fall from the sky as part of an annual tradition to welcome a new year. 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