Family events in Fernandina Beach, FL

At Beaches Organic Community Garden on the east side of Jarboe Park in Neptune Beach, an open house and community workday welcomes visitors to tour the garden, chat with the gardeners, and learn about the space. Weather permitting, volunteers can help with group projects or lend a hand by mowing, watering, and weeding. Families are welcome, and children can take part by painting signs, planting seeds, and watering plants. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing, a hat, and closed toe shoes or boots, bring work gloves if you have them, and bring water to drink.

The Amelia Island Jazz Festival opens its 23rd season with a free concert for the community. Taking the stage is the 21-piece UNF Jazz Ensemble 2 with special guests, led by Dennis Marks.

The pumpkin patch is open every day, with afternoon and early evening hours on weekdays and daytime hours on weekends. Special events take place each Saturday, and the season begins with a Fall Craft Fair.

Each Tuesday is set aside for kids, who can build their own pizza for $2 when an adult entree or a regular pizza is purchased.

Every Tuesday is Prime Rib Family Night, featuring prime rib coated with seasonings, cooked slowly for hours, and carved to order. Recognized as the best in Jax.

An upbeat trivia night offers friendly competition and plenty of chances to show off your smarts, with four winners receiving prizes each week and bragging rights on the line. Children eat free.

St. Thomas Youth Ministry has launched a youth tutoring and special services program at the St. Thomas Family Life Center, creating a welcoming, faith-centered place for students to learn, grow, and connect. Activities include tutoring, karate, music, and gaming, offering a range of options for different interests. The program is open to the community, and snacks are provided.