Celebrate Fernandina Beach as the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry with more than 150,000 visitors as you enjoy fine arts and crafts, antiques, regional and local music, shrimp and seafood dishes, parade, fireworks, pirates and family fun. Call 1-866-4Amelia or visit www.shrimpfestival.com

Explore the wild side of Amelia Island by foot, kayak, Segway, boat and bike. Learn the stories of the critters that live in our marshes and hardwood hammocks. More information is available at www.wildamelia.com or 904-251-0016

Join Artistic Director Christopher Rex and his many world renowned musician friends as they perform chamber music in various venues throughout Amelia Island. Your innkeeper can get your tickets for you. Visit www.aicmf.com for concert schedules.

Attend Amelia Island's first film festival. Learn more at www.ameliaislandfilmfestival.org or by calling 904-335-1110

A festival celebrating the historic Latin heritage of Amelia Island. Held on 3rd Street between Center and Ash Streets. Enjoy Latin cuisine from local restaurants, music and dancing, plus a marketplace with a variety of vendors. Call 904-261-3248 for more information.

Offering 4 days of lively programs, socials and special events, when book-lovers and writers mingle with noted authors and publishing professionals in a casual, friendly setting. Many programs are free and all ages are welcome. Call 904-491-8176 or visit www.bookisland.org

Get jazzed! Under the creative direction of renowned jazz artist Les DeMerle, the festival kicks off with a free jazz concert and finishes with weekend jazz concerts featuring a wide variety of styles. You can visit www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com for more information.

Presented by Amelia Cruizers, this fun, free admission event draws in car collectors who park their restored beauties on Center Street. Call 904-321-1656 for information and car registration or visit www.ameliacruizers.org

Join us under the stars at Fort Cinch State Park as we salute veterans of the Armed Forces with a timeline review of the American Soldier (1776-2005). Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. For further information contact the Fort Cinch State Park at 904-277-7274.

Bring your canine friend dressed in their best holiday attire - prizes will be awarded. Line up begins at 10 AM at 8th and Center Streets and the parade starts at 11. Sponsored by Redbones Dog Bakery and Boutique, call 904-321-0020 for more information.

Celebrate the holiday season with neighbors and friends during this evening parade. All entries feature some type of lighting. For more informatuion call 904-261-0801.