AMELIA ISLAND, Ga. — Dickens on Centre competition transforms historic downtown Fernandina Beach into the biggest Christmas Market in Northeast Florida.
The 2023 occasion, free to the general public, will provide a Victorian vacation expertise that includes phases adorned with entertainers, vendor cubicles decked with vacation items, music filling the air, and retailers bustling day and night time with good cheer.
Run Like the Dickens (Dec. 9, 8:30 a.m.): “Run Like the Dickens” throughout this 1-mile fun-run on Amelia Island Main Beach. Everyone is welcome, together with four-legged furry pals.
Here are the Top 10 particular occasions taking place throughout this yr’s multifaceted vacation celebration:
Dickens Illuminated Procession (Dec. 7, 5 p.m.): The kick-off parade begins on the Fernandina Harbor Marina on Front Street. Participation within the procession is free and meals will likely be available for buy from native meals vans. Participants are inspired to carry battery-operated, illuminated lanterns or one thing that shines, glows, or twinkles to hold alongside the way in which.
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Dickens After Dark (Dec. 9, 5 p.m.): Join us for the unique Victorian costume social gathering of the vacation season. The historic Lesesne House on Centre Street in downtown Fernandina Beach is remodeled for this VIP, 21 and over soiree, full with stilt walkers, jugglers, an incredible Fire & Ice Show by Kristen Sparrow Circus, and stay music from the incomparable Mama Blue. Never the identical expertise yr after yr, count on a great deal of enjoyable, beautiful outfits, nice meals, and even a shock or two. Be positive to don your greatest Victorian ensemble and gown to impress.
Dickens Dining & Drinks (Dec. 1-10): Get able to kick your Bah Humbugs to the curb on the Dickens Dining & Drinks cell path, the place the island’s hottest eating and ingesting scorching spots will provide holiday-inspired specials assured to impress your tastebuds.
Dickens Enchanted Village (Dec. 8-10): The one-hour expertise can accommodate as much as six individuals and features a non-public snow globe, and scrumptious charcuterie grazing field curated by Luxe Picnics by Les. Snow globes will even be geared up for any type of climate this yr due to Snyder Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electric. Come early and benefit from the Enchanted Village tavern, The Portly Gentleman, with a collection of crimson or white wine, beer and bubbly. Have a glass or buy a bottle to accompany your grazing field. Be suggested: the forecast is looking for snow.
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Portraits with St. Nick (Dec. 8-10): St. Nick is organising his workshop in Tiny Tim’s Kid Zone. Capture the second with a treasured souvenir photograph from Boston Photography. Various time slots are available.
Parade of Paws (Dec. 9, 11:30 a.m.): Featuring all of the best-dressed native dogs and pets, this yr’s parade will begin at 4th & Centre Streets and finish on the Wharf Main Stage. Prizes will likely be awarded for Best Victorian, Most Original, Looks Most Like Owner, and prime 3 general, offered by Redbones Dog Bakery.
Entertainment (Dec. 8-10): From theatrical performances and costumed characters to musical acts and visits from Jolly Old St. Nick, the leisure lineup presents one thing for everybody. The crowd will flip their eyes to the skies over the harbor on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings for a magical lighted, 3D drone-show.
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Oliver’s Eats (Dec. 8-10): Located on the finish of Oliver’s Alley, an assortment of meals vans and native distributors will likely be providing an array of yummy eats all through the competition.
Fezziwig’s Courtyard (Dec. 8-10): Fezziwig’s Courtyard is a pleasant and nostalgic expertise that transports guests to a bygone period of pleasure, generosity, and vacation cheer, very like the spirit of Mr. Fezziwig in Charles Dickens’ timeless story. Enjoy the principle stage leisure whereas sipping vacation drinks served by Marlin & Barrel.
For an entire listing of occasions, in addition to particular presents and packages from Amelia Island’s assortment of award-winning accommodations, beds and breakfasts, and resorts, go to AmeliaIsland.com/Festivals-and-Events.
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