Multi-gen vacations on Amelia Island, FL
This fall, Amelia Island is inviting travelers to experience seasonal family events and embrace multigenerational vacations.
With research showing almost 70% of parents would like grandparents to join on the next family trip, Amelia Island’s fall event season creates an ideal atmosphere for the whole family to get away and come together.
Whether a culinary celebration, or action-packed festivals, families will have memorable experiences together as well as downtime, relaxing at the beach.
Amelia Island Dining Month | September 1-30, 2025
A month-long culinary celebration featuring specially crafted prix-fixe menus, allowing families to dine out at some of the island’s hottest spots. With $1 from every meal benefiting Blessings in a Backpack, Dining Month is a chance to taste the island’s best and give back with every bite.
Plan Your Visit: AmeliaIsland.com/DiningMonth
Amelia Island Dance Festival | September 4-7
The Amelia Island Dance Festival offers a unique blend of performances and workshops. Whether passionate about dance or for those who simply enjoy watching, it’s an opportunity to experience a diverse range of dance styles and techniques. AmeliaIslandDanceFestival.org
Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival | September 28 – October 5
What better way to bridge the generations than teaching the grandkids about jazz? The Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival showcases a diverse array of styles, including Contemporary, Big Band, Latin, Swing, Dixieland, and Blues featuring top-tier artists on a variety of stages. AmeliaIslandJazzFestival.com
Island Hop Craft Beer & Spirits Fest | October 4, 2025
Held in Central Park, this family-friendly festival features a selection of local microbreweries, live music, food trucks, a Fernandina Beach Main Street Marketplace, and more. Plus, children under 12 can attend for free. FernandinaMainStreet.com/islandhopcraftbeerfest
Worth Tasting Amelia Island | October 8-12
This all-inclusive culinary weekend at the Addison Bed & Breakfast includes food boards, farmers market tours, downtown tasting tours, cookbook markets, and unique dining experiences. There is also a bonus day to stay and savor longer. WorthTasting.co/amelia-island
Northeast Florida Fair | October 9-19
In Callahan, just off Amelia Island, this classic small-town fall staple offers a nostalgic trip back to childhood for grandparents and parents, with plenty of fun for the kids. It features thrill rides, games, candied apples, cotton candy, live music, and a showcase of livestock. It’s the perfect way to enjoy traditional fair fun and create lasting memories. NEFLFair.org
Amelia Island Half Marathon | October 11-12
The Amelia Island Half Marathon race weekend features four great races – a Half Marathon, 12K, Lighthouse Loop 5K, and Seaside Challenge – complete with scenic coastlines and a family-friendly Post Race Party. With options for varying ages and abilities, and plenty of spectator fun, it’s a true multigene celebration. AmeliaIslandHalf.com
Amelia Island Cookout | October 16-19
Plan a multigenerational trip that’s alluring for all the foodies in the family. The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island invites families to live large during the Amelia Island Cookout, a multi-day culinary extravaganza featuring multi-course menus from master chefs and several exceptional experiences around the island. ACC Aviation is partnering for the event to offer the “Amelia Island Cookout Escape,” including private jet service, accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and exclusive tickets to the Cookout. AmeliaIslandCookout.com
The complete schedule of fall events can be found at AmeliaIsland.com/events.
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