HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2016

Fernandina Beach Events

New Years Eve Lighted Shrimp Drop
Dec 31, 2015 ; 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join the City of Fernandina Beach and Light Up Amelia are hosting a unique, family friendly New Year’s celebration at the Downtown Waterfront. Celebrate the ringing in of the new year in conjunction with the Greenwich Mean Time stroke of midnight (7pm est) with live music, a kids zone, vendors, food and drink and the dropping of the LED lighted shrimp!

Sheffield’s New Years Celebration

Dec 31, 2015 ; 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM ; Sheffield’s at The Palace Saloon
This is going to be a HUGE celebration! We will have a champagne toast, party favors, DJ, and balloon drop! The dress code is evening cocktail! For Tickets call 844-441-2444 or email info@theaihg.com. $25/person

Ring In The New Year With Crescendo Amelia Big Band
Dec 31, 2015 ; 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM ; Atlantic Rec Center
Enjoy a classic cocktail or glass of wine while you dance the night away to the sounds of the area’s finest big band and music you love. Featuring a wide selection of music from over the decades, Crescendo Amelia is the perfect mix of class, entertainment & that special something that makes a memory last a lifetime. We are proud to announce a partnership with the Nassau Humane Society where all profits from this event will be donated back. Silent auction & raffle prizes TBA. Bartenders will be on staff serving drinks, cash bar. VIP tables (8 seats per) available. We really can’t wait to celebrate with you! Doors open at 8pm, music starts at 8:30pm with a champagne toast at midnight. Dennis Negrin | d.negrin@unf.edu | 904-673-8730

Les Demerle Jazz Trio – New Years Eve Spectacular
Dec 31, 2015 ; 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM ; Horizon’s Restaurant
Dynamic Les DeMerle Trio jazzes up the holidays. For the first time in six years, Les DeMerle and Bonnie Eisele are spending the holidays on their own Amelia Island, jazzin’ up New Year’s Eve with two incredible musical performances, held at Horizons Restaurant. New Year’s Eve seatings are at 7 and 9 p.m., and performances include music from the couple’s CD, “Feelin’ Good”, also on Origin Records. The Les DeMerle Trio features Les DeMerle, drums and vocals, Bonnie Eisele, vocals and percussion, Scott Giddens, keyboards, and special guests. “We’re so excited to be back on Amelia Island,” says DeMerle. “We want to welcome all of our friends into the New Year with music and style. Along with Chef Courtney’s incredible food, we hope everyone will be ‘feelin’ good’ right along with us!” To make reservations call (904) 321-2430. Horizons is located at 5272 First Coast Highway. $85/Person

Amelia Island Events

New Years Eve Black & White Masquerade Gala
Dec 31, 2015 ; 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM ; The Ritz Carlton
Welcome the New Year with style as we celebrate a night to remember with luxurious food buffets; seafood, sushi station, appetizers, charcuterie and pates. Visit cooking stations serving seared fish, lobster, roasted pork belly, prime rib and a scrumptious display of desserts. Dance music by international tour group, Papa Sol, open bar and fireworks with champagne toast. Masks provided or bring your own. Black & White attire is encouraged. Reservations required. $225/person RESERVE

New Year’s Eve Carnival

Dec 31, 2015 ; 8:00 PM -12:00 AM ; The Ritz Carlton
A NewYear’s Eve celebration just for our youngest guests.They will enjoy an evening of fun adventures with glow sticks, games, and themed activities including a dinner buffet.

Place:Talbot Ballroom
Price: $110 Ages 5-12 | $65 Ages 13–16 (Teens allowed in-and out privilege)  RESERVE

New Year’s Eve Dinner in Salt
Dec 31, 2015 ; Seating at 6:00 PM and at 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and family for an elegant dinner in Salt. Recollect all the precious memories of the year past as you dine on a masterfully prepared menu that will take your taste buds on an expedition of land and sea. Savor on the freshest ingredients that create dishes like salmon tartare, king crab bisque, house made tagliatelle and the decadent Caribe dark chocolate tart. Reservations required

Price: 6 p.m. 4 course dinner: $140 per adult | $185 paired with wine
9 p.m. 5 course dinner: $205 per adult | $260 paired with wine, includes fireworks RESERVE