Travel back in time December 7-10, 2023 during the ninth annual Dickens on Centre festival in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Florida, on beautiful Amelia Island.
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 characters, holiday movies and plenty of Christmas inspiration.
Festival Hours:
Events:
The Dickens Illuminated Procession is at 5 p.m. Dec. 7, kicking the festivities off with a parade.
Run Like the Dickens is a 1-mile fun run Dec. 9 at 8:30 a.m. at Main Beach. The Parade of Paws follows at 11:30, starting at 4th and Centre streets.
Live entertainment and additional activities are planned throughout the multi-day event. Learn more at https://www.ameliaisland.com/dickens-on-centre/.
Thursday, December 7th, 2023: 5 – 7pm
Friday, December 8th, 2023: 5 – 9pm
Saturday, December 9th, 2023: 10am – 9pm
Sunday, December 10th, 2023: 10am – 5pm