Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival: October 4 to 11, 2026
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The Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival runs October 4 through 11, 2026 at venues around Fernandina Beach. Proceeds fund music scholarships for local students.
- When: October 4 to 11, 2026
- Where: Multiple venues, Fernandina Beach
- Cost: Varies by show, some free events
What to expect
A week of straight-ahead jazz, Latin nights, and headliner sets in rooms small enough to hear brushwork. Drummer Les DeMerle has run this festival for two decades, and the bookings punch above the island's size.
Before you go
Headline shows sell out in advance, so check the schedule early. Downtown Fernandina makes the whole week walkable if you base near Centre Street.