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Dickens on Centre


A Victorian Christmas Market That Transforms Historic Fernandina Beach Into Victorian London!

Save the date: December 11th – 14th, 2025

The annual Dickens on Centre Christmas Market and Holiday Festival in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Florida, on beautiful Amelia Island, promises to be one of the merriest we’ve ever had! Free to the public, this Victorian Christmas Market and Holiday Festival is sure to enliven your Christmas spirit. Throughout the weekend, feel the spirit of the holiday with Victorian-inspired entertainment. 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.

This Christmas, Come Make Memories.

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  • Thursday, December 11th, 2025: 5 – 7pm

Christmas Market Schedule

  • Friday, December 12th, 2025: 5 – 9pm
  • Saturday, December 13th, 2025: 10am – 9pm
  • Sunday, December 14th, 2025: 10am – 3pm

Trolley Hours

  • Thursday, December 11th, 2025: 4:30 – 7:30pm
  • Friday, December 12th, 2025: 4:45 – 10:00pm
  • Saturday, December 13th, 2025: 9:45am – 10:00pm
  • Sunday, December 14th, 2025: 9:45am – 4:00pm
Parking is very limited downtown and many parking lots are unavailable for public parking. Complimentary parking and trolleys will be available from the Nassau County School Board lot on Atlantic Avenue across from Central Park.

Special Events!

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Illuminated Procession

Gather with something that glows or twinkles and take a stroll through Fernandina’s historic district for an evening of music, food and a surprise finale over the riverfront!

Light the Lights!
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Portraits with St. Nick

St. Nick is setting up his workshop in Tiny Tim’s Kid Zone. Capture the moment with a treasured keepsake photo! Check back for more information.

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Enchanted Village

Step into an exclusive, magical experience in one of ten uniquely decorated Christmas-themed snow globes! Join the fun and spend an hour with friends or loved ones, creating cherished memories that could even turn the heart of ole Scrooge himself. And, maybe — just maybe, you might see snow!

Experience Magic
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Run Like the Dickens

Join us for this 1-mile fun-run on Amelia Island Main Beach. Everyone is welcome — even dogs!

Join in!
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Dickens After Dark

Marley’s Masquerade. Join us for the exclusive Victorian costume party of the holiday season! This 21+ VIP soiree complete with stilt walkers, jugglers, live music, and more! Costumes required. Presented by Jacksonville International Airport.

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Festival Highlights

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Holiday Entertainment

From theatrical performances and costumed characters to musical acts and visits from Jolly Old St. Nick, the entertainment lineup offers something for everyone! Join us for a weekend of inspired performances!

2024 Entertainment Schedule
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Vendors

2025 vendors coming soon!

2025 promises to be another spectacular year with lots of your favorites back as well as a variety of new vendors offering more options for your holiday gifting!

General vendor information here.

2024 Vendor List!
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Parade of Paws

You won’t want to miss the annual Parade of Paws on Saturday, December 14th. Prizes awarded for Best Victorian, Most Original, Looks Most Like Owner and top 3 overall.

Parade begins at Centre & 4th Streets at 10:00am.

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Holiday Movies

Take a moment and escape into your favorite holiday classic movie! Young and old will enjoy this chance to hit pause, relax, and watch a movie that inspires holiday cheer. Visit the Old Vic Theatre movie alley in Tiny Tim’s Kid Zone.

2024 Movie Schedule!
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Letters to St. Nick

Make your holiday dreams come true by visiting Tiny Tim’s Kid Zone where you can write a letter to St. Nick and pop it in Santa’s mailbox that goes straight to the North Pole! This heartwarming tradition captures the spirit of the season for children of all ages.

Visit Tiny Tim's Kid Zone

More Inspiration

What does Amelia Island Have to Do with Dickens? Dress Like a Victorian Dickens on Centre Itinerary

2023 Video Gallery