Chamber Music Festival   (click here)

May 29 - June 19, 2005

Join world-renowned musicians as they perform chamber music on Amelia Island. Social events and educational opportunities will be offered as well.

Artrageous First Friday

June 3, 2005

Join in the fun and rub elbows with the artists on this monthly First Friday Gallery Walk featuring entertainment, refreshments, inspiration and opportunity. Our "artsy" community gets to shine and show off for you. Galleries all over the historic district are featured.

First Weekend Union Garrisons

June 4-5, 2005

Volunteers join park rangers to recreate life in Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. These Living Historians take up duty in the infirmary, blacksmith shop, jail, laundry and kitchen. The activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations, marching drills and blacksmith demonstrations. Experience the Civil War as the first person interpreters share the history of the era. All garrison and encampment activities take place on designated dates, Saturday at 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sunday 9:00AM-12:00 PM. Candlelight viewing times vary with sundown.

Boardwalk Bash!

June 10, 2005

5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. Celebrate good times in the shops! Look for food & drink specials, $1 beer, a fantastic band, and so much more! This is the place to be for Happy Hour on Fridays!

Kingfish Tournament

June 23- 26, 2005

Held in Fernandina Beach, this has become the third largest event on the Southern Kingfish Association tournament trail drawing in many participants and spectators. Major cash awards are given to the top angler, lady angler, and youth angler. This four-day event includes a fish fry community dinner, music, festivities, and fishing fun. For more information, call (904) 261-9481.

Fernandina Farmers' Market   (click here)

June 25, 2005

Fernandina's Saturday morning treat every week features home grown produce including tomatoes, squash, cucumbers and seasonal fruits and vegetables, freshly baked goods, dips, salads, soups and desserts as well as tropical indoor plants, mixed bouquets, garden flowers and shrubs and naturally-made bath products. Right down the street from Fairbanks House!

First Weekend Union Garrisons

July 2-3, 2005

Volunteers join park rangers to recreate life in Fort Clinch during the War Between the States. These Living Historians take up duty in the infirmary, blacksmith shop, jail, laundry and kitchen. The activities may include black powder artillery demonstrations, marching drills and blacksmith demonstrations. Experience the Civil War as the first person interpreters share the history of the era. All garrison and encampment activities take place on designated dates, Saturday at 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sunday 9:00AM-12:00 PM. Candlelight viewing times vary with sundown.

Summer Romance Specials   (click here)

July 10 - September 30, 2005

Amelia Island is - literally - the coolest spot in Florida in the summertime. Our ocean breezes coupled with our canopy of live oaks and soaring Magnolia trees make the island a delightful place for a summer vacation or getaway. Take advantage of our Summer Romance Specials beginning July 10th. Lay by the pool, take a sunset sail, go kayaking or have a beach picnic. It's the perfect time for a romantic island honeymoon or "summer camp" for Mom and Dad.

Amelia River Raft Race

July 16, 2005

3rd Annual Amelia River Raft Race: Sponsored by Lands End Deli, this fun on the water event benefits Nassau County Special Olympics. Enjoy the crazy parade of these wacky home-made rafts the night before too. For more information, call 904-277-0016.

Fabulous Fall Weather

September - December

Spend some time with us during the undiscovered months on Amelia Island. The weather is spectacular, the summer crowds are gone, the kids are back in school and the island is waiting for you to kindle or rekindle the romance in your relationship. It's a great time for antique shopping, strolling the 13 miles of beach, going horseback riding, dining at one of our many award-winning restaurants, checking out the farmers' market, braving a ghost tour or catching up on some local history.

"The Days of September" Tarzan Yell Contest

September 1 - 30, 2005

Every day of September will feature an event at the Chamber’s downtown Depot lawn to commemorate that date’s historical attribute. We kick things off on Sept. 1st with a “Tarzan Yell” contest. Come find out why......

Book Island Festival

September 29 - October 2, 2005

It's a booklover's dream getaway. Relax and enjoy an emerald island, lapped by the waves of the Atlantic – and for company, you'll have fascinating authors from near and far. Join us on Amelia Island, Florida, for the 2005 Book Island Festival.

Florida/Georgia Football Weekend

October 28 and October 29, 2005

We have rooms available for this annual event. If you're looking to attend the game and be part of the fun, but would rather have a stylish experience than a dorm-stylish experience, we're the place for you. Come stay with the adults this year. Treat yourself to one of our Romance Packages

Romance on Sale    (click here)

November 1, 2005 - January 31, 2006

It's time to cuddle up and we've got just the recipe: luxurious accommodations, jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, chocolates, wine, fine-dining, fabulous Christmas light displays and wonderful service. All of this and more is packed into Fairbanks House Romance Packages. Save $100 - $500 while these packages are on sale. With the money that you save on our Romance Packages, you can do some wonderful Christmas gift buying in our Victorian Christmas shopping district. One-of-a-kind gifts in one-of-a-kind shops, all within an easy walk of the inn.

Girls Just Wanna Go Christmas Shopping Special

November 1 - December 20, 2005

Amelia Island is the perfect place to have a truly enjoyable holiday shopping experience. The unique shops in our charming historic district are just the antidote you need to busy malls and traffic-filled highways. Walk to shops where you can find one-of-a-kind gifts and friendly shopkeepers anxious to help. During this sale, stay any three nights and weekday pricing will apply to your entire Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Getaway. Come in November to watch us decorate the mansion with Christmas trees in every room, garlands on every mantle and a candle in every window. Come in December for the nostalgia when our town feels like a Dickens village come to life. And you can save some time for the spa too...

Beaujolais Nouveau

November 17, 2005

15th Annual Beaujolais Nouveau. Skydivers deliver this year's vintage by landing on The Oceanfront Lawn at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend    (click here)

November 23 - 27, 2005

Join us for what has become a wonderful Fairbanks House tradition of a long festive holiday weekend. You will be welcomed into our lovely Victorian mansion that is fully decorated for the holidays, including a Christmas tree in every guest room. You will awaken to the scent of special Fairbanks House Thanksgiving family-style breakfast, followed by early afternoon hors d'oeuvres. Thanksgiving dinner will be held at Horizons - a wonderful restaurant right around the corner. Friday morning, come to breakfast in your pj's so that you can go straight to the Centre Street Merchants Pajama Party where you'll get a discount because you're in your pajamas. Round out your weekend with tours of amazing light displays, carriage rides and a giant gingerbread house. Book your Fairbanks House Thanksgiving Package today.

Historic Christmas Tour (click here)

December 9, 10, 11, 2005
DATE CHANGE!

This signature holiday event features a self-guided tour of Amelia Island's Bed & Breakfast Inns. Uniquely themed and dressed for the season, the inns feature special holiday music and refreshments. Start your weekend Friday night with the historic district luminaria that goes all the way to the beach. Don't miss the annual Pet Parade on Centre Street Saturday morning. Christmas Tour tickets are $15 per person. Tour the inns and the fully restored and decorated courthouse Saturday and Sunday 2 - 6pm.

Christmas Season in the Historic District

December 2005

Enjoy a memorable stay during the month of December when Christmas sights and sounds abound.  Warm days and cool nights allow you the pleasure of daytime sunshine and cool evenings. During the holiday month,  visitors to our community will be rewarded with Victorian decorations, Christmas parades, seasonal shopping experiences in quaint boutiques, art galleries, and antique shops, and the chance to relax and enjoy the season as they stroll the 52 block National Register Historic District. End the evening at one the local fine dining restaurants, all within an easy walk.

Christmas at The Fairbanks House (click here)

December 22 - 26, 2005

Join us for a magical holiday as we celebrate family style at The Fairbanks House. We've taken care of everything for you so that you can just enjoy the true spirit of the holiday and be with the one(s) you love without any of the worries. Family-style Christmas breakfast, Christmas Eve hors d'oeuvres by candle light, a horse-drawn carriage tour, a big family-style Christmas dinner at Horizons, Christmas stockings for everyone and many other special touches will make this a Christmas to remember.

Concours d'Elegance waiting list only

March 10 - 12, 2006

The Concours d'Elegance is a vintage and antique car show held on Amelia Island.

Bausch & Lomb Tennis Championships (click here)

April 3 - 9, 2006

The Bausch & Lomb Tennis Association Championships offer the best in women's tennis during six full days of exciting singles and doubles tennis matches. 3 night minimum

Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival (click here)

May 5, 6, 7, 2006

Held at the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry, the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival is a feast for the eye as well as the palate. In its 39th year, the event includes fine arts and crafts, pirates, music, antiques, fireworks and creative shrimp dishes. 3 night minimum