Dickens on Centre in Fernandina Beach: December 11 to 13, 2026
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Dickens on Centre takes over historic downtown Fernandina Beach December 11 through 13, 2026. It is a free Victorian Christmas street festival themed on A Christmas Carol, with costumed characters, a holiday market, and Tiny Tim's Kids Zone.
- When: Friday, December 11, 4 to 9 PM; Saturday, December 12, 10 AM to 9 PM; Sunday, December 13, 10 AM to 3 PM, 2026
- Where: Historic downtown Fernandina Beach, Centre Street
- Cost: Free, Dickens After Dark ticketed
What to expect
Centre Street's actual Victorian buildings do the set design for free. Carolers, street performers, roasted chestnuts, and Scrooge himself wandering the crowd. The ticketed Dickens After Dark masquerade sells out early every year. It's Saturday, December 12, 6 to 9 PM at The Pavilion, 116 N. 2nd St. It's 21 and up, $140 plus tax, and Victorian costume and a mask are required.
Parking and getting there
Downtown parking is limited, and many lots aren't open to the public. Free parking and a free trolley run from Central Park on 11th Street. Trolley stops and the event map are on the official Dickens on Centre page.
Before you go
Saturday is the peak crush. Island lodging books solid this weekend, so day-trippers should arrive early and park at the edge of downtown. Kids' costumes encouraged, top hats never discouraged.