5:00 pm - 6:30 pm The Arrival of Santa Claus and Christmas Tree Lighting November 27 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm The Arrival of Santa Claus and Christmas Tree Lighting A marquee tradition for over twenty-five years – the arrival of Santa Claus by a Christmas train and the lighting of the 40-foot Ritz-Carlton Christmas tree is a must-see experience for all ages. Accompanied by a program of live holiday music, the spirited program includes refreshments and cookies. This spectacular tradition serves as a season of goodwill fundraiser […] $20
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Santa’s Magical Dinner November 27 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Santa’s Magical Dinner After the tree lighting, meet and greet the Nutcracker performers from The Florida Ballet, and join Santa Claus for Santa’s Magical Dinner – an elaborate holiday wonderland feast with a lavish buffet-style dinner with a delectable holiday dessert. Each family attending the dinner receives the gift of a picture with Mr. & Mrs. Claus and a […]
10:00 am - 8:00 pm Holiday Buffet at Sunrise Café November 28 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Holiday Buffet at Sunrise Café Enjoy traditional favorites, prime rib, raw bar, an array of salads, sides, desserts and more. $89 per adult and $49 per child. No à la carte items available. Make your reservations here: OMNIHOTELS.COM/SUNRISECAFE
11:30 am - 3:30 pm Thanksgiving Grand Feast November 28 @ 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Thanksgiving Grand Feast Gather on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends in the classic Ritz-Carlton Ballroom for the ultimate holiday culinary experience: Thanksgiving Grand Feast. Prepared and presented as only Ritz-Carlton chefs can, celebrating all the traditional holiday favorites and trimmings, this elaborate culinary feast is sure to satisfy. You’ll savor endless array of decadent desserts and children […]
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Four Course Dinner at Verandah November 28 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Four Course Dinner at Verandah Savor a delectable four-course dinner. The first course features chef’s amuse-bouche, followed by an appetizer, main plate and dessert of your choosing. $99 per adult and $52 per child. No à la carte items available. Make your reservations here: OMNIHOTELS.COM/VERANDAH
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Wood Smoker Feature at Falcon’s Nest November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Wood Smoker Feature at Falcon’s Nest Try our stacked turkey sandwich featuring a half pound of smoked turkey served with butter potatoes and gravy!
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sweet & Spicy Turkey Pizza at Natural Slice November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sweet & Spicy Turkey Pizza at Natural Slice Enjoy your favorite saltwater pizza with this year’s Sprouting Project honey glazed turkey, Calabrian chili, sweet piquillo pepper and caramelized onion for $22. Natural Slice is located at The Shops at Omni Amelia Island. Open to the public, no reservations required. $22
8:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Breakfast with Santa November 30 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Breakfast with Santa Besides lighting Christmas trees, dispensing gifts, and flying through the skies with reindeer, Santa and Mrs. Claus generously take time during the season to host Breakfast with Santa and Santa’s Storybook Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Breakfast with Santa is an opportunity for children to delight in sharing their holiday dreams and wishes with Santa while the […]
9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs November 30 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to experiencing the joy and magic of creating their own Gingerbread house with guidance from a pastry chef eager to share their secrets and expertise. The fun and interactive activity bolsters family bonds and is a delicious respite […]
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Seafood Boil at Oceanside November 30 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Seafood Boil at Oceanside Enjoy a traditional seaside low-country boil with spectacular ocean views. Choose from Chef Robert’s shrimp, lobster, grouper, or crab boil. Prices vary. Locals: Please make a reservation in order to get through the community gate. OMNIHOTELS.COM/OCEANSIDE
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show November 30 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa's Workshop will be on hand December 19 - 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
2024-12-01 Featured Holidays on Amelia Island Featured Holidays on Amelia Island Featured December 1 - December 31 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. From the night before Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, here’s a sampling of holiday happenings that will banish even the strongest case of the “Bah Humbugs.” Annual Ritz-Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting Omni Turkey Trot […]
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa's Workshop will be on hand December 19 - 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
8:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Breakfast with Santa December 7 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Breakfast with Santa Besides lighting Christmas trees, dispensing gifts, and flying through the skies with reindeer, Santa and Mrs. Claus generously take time during the season to host Breakfast with Santa and Santa’s Storybook Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Breakfast with Santa is an opportunity for children to delight in sharing their holiday dreams and wishes with Santa while the […]
9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs December 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to experiencing the joy and magic of creating their own Gingerbread house with guidance from a pastry chef eager to share their secrets and expertise. The fun and interactive activity bolsters family bonds and is a delicious respite […]
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea December 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea Santa and Mrs. Claus read a holiday storybook while guests enjoy a sophisticated Afternoon Tea of finger sandwiches, candy, and cakes, complete with a holiday picture you’ll cherish forever. Held Saturdays in the Lobby Lounge throughout the Festive Season.
3:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series An Evening in December December 7 @ 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series An Evening in December Come to a family-friendly indoor/outdoor Christmas experience. A choral/orchestra presentation with drama and a walkable Bethlehem village plus petting zoo. Tickets are free, but reservations are essential.
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Lighted Christmas Parade December 7 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Lighted Christmas Parade All are invited! Come enjoy the magic of the holiday season at the annual Lighted Christmas Parade, organized by America's Youth. The parade will consist of bands, dancers, lighted floats, and more. Begins at Central Park. Free
3:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series An Evening in December December 8 @ 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series An Evening in December Come to a family-friendly indoor/outdoor Christmas experience. A choral/orchestra presentation with drama and a walkable Bethlehem village plus petting zoo. Tickets are free, but reservations are essential.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Believe: The Stories of Christmas December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Believe: The Stories of Christmas Experience the wonder of Christmas through fun music sung by the Fernandina Beach First Baptist Sanctuary Choir, choreography featuring RAD dancers, and beautiful story-telling by professional actors. This event is geared towards children of ALL ages (adults included). A donation of a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots is greatly appreciated. For more info contact […] Free
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
Featured 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre Featured December 12 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre 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 […]
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 12 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
Featured 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre Featured December 13 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre 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 […]
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 13 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
Featured 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre Featured December 14 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre 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 […]
9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs December 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to experiencing the joy and magic of creating their own Gingerbread house with guidance from a pastry chef eager to share their secrets and expertise. The fun and interactive activity bolsters family bonds and is a delicious respite […]
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Shell Christmas Tree on the Beach December 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Shell Christmas Tree on the Beach Join Amelia Shells as we celebrate the holidays! Our lighted shell Christmas tree hits the beach December 14 and will remain until January 4th. Located at Main Beach, just north of the buildings! Look for the American Flag! Visit us on Facebook to see the painted shells we trade for smiles! Free
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea December 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea Santa and Mrs. Claus read a holiday storybook while guests enjoy a sophisticated Afternoon Tea of finger sandwiches, candy, and cakes, complete with a holiday picture you’ll cherish forever. Held Saturdays in the Lobby Lounge throughout the Festive Season.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 14 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
Featured 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre Featured December 15 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series Dickens on Centre 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 […]
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 15 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 19 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 20 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs December 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs Gingerbread houses are a Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island tradition featured throughout the resort during the festive season. Families look forward to experiencing the joy and magic of creating their own Gingerbread house with guidance from a pastry chef eager to share their secrets and expertise. The fun and interactive activity bolsters family bonds and is a delicious respite […]
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea December 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Santa’s Storybook Tea Santa and Mrs. Claus read a holiday storybook while guests enjoy a sophisticated Afternoon Tea of finger sandwiches, candy, and cakes, complete with a holiday picture you’ll cherish forever. Held Saturdays in the Lobby Lounge throughout the Festive Season.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 22 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 23 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Hannukah Public Menorah Lighting December 26 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Hannukah Public Menorah Lighting Celebrate Hanukkah at Amelia Island's annual outdoor Menorah lighting! Enjoy festive music, delicious holiday treats, and wonderful company. Free admission—everyone is welcome! Free
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 26 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 27 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 29 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 30 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
Featured 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm New Year’s Eve Shrimp Drop Featured December 31 @ 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm New Year’s Eve Shrimp Drop Join the City of Fernandina Beach and Light Up Amelia for a unique, family-friendly New Year’s celebration! Ring in the new year at the downtown waterfront in conjunction with the Greenwich Mean Time stroke of midnight (7PM). Enjoy holiday food, drinks and party favors all leading up to the dropping of the LED-lighted shrimp followed by FIREWORKS. Free
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show December 31 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show Join us for the annual Holiday Light Celebration at Okefenokee Swamp Park including a holiday train ride, hot cocoa, smores and thousands of twinkling white lights! Santa’s Workshop will be on hand December 19 – 23 for pictures with Santa and crafts for kids (1 per child). Holiday fun for the whole family!
November 30 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs
December 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs
December 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs
December 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Build a Gingerbread House with Ritz-Carlton Pastry Chefs