As autumn settles over Amelia Island, the season brings cooler breezes, golden sunlight, and sun-kissed hues of amber and gold to our coastal paradise. Fall is a time to enjoy […]
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 […]
Celebrate Hanukkah at Amelia Island’s annual outdoor Menorah lighting! Enjoy festive music, delicious holiday treats, and wonderful company. Free admission—everyone is welcome!
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.
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 […]
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 […]
The 10th Annual Dickens on Centre festival is back and better than ever! From December 12 – 15, the young and young at heart celebrate the holidays with a lantern parade, life-sized snow […]
Discover a tasty selection of Amelia Island eateries that are either serving delicious Thanksgiving meals in house, offering delectable pre-ordered Thanksgiving dinners to go, or offering up all those last-minute […]
Amelia Island provides a stunning setting for weddings, combining its coastal charm with a range of venues from cozy garden spaces to elegant oceanfront locations. Couples can say “I do” […]
As the end of 2024 approaches, we invite you to join us in celebrating the joy of the season, Island-style. While we may not have snow to signal the arrival […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]