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3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches is Here

THE WAIT IT ALMOST OVER!

Summer officially starts this Saturday at Nassau County’s 3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach! Join us May 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a full day of FREE family fun, live music, food, nature experiences, kids activities, and beachside entertainment.

This year’s event once again partners with the Wild Amelia Nature Festival, bringing interactive exhibits, wildlife education, environmental demonstrations, a Children’s Entrepreneur Market, County Vision Plan engagement opportunities, and local organizations sharing information about nature, conservation, and our coastal environment.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE

  • 10:15 a.m. – Brian Ernst
  • 11:35 a.m. – Laid Back
  • 1:15 p.m. – Andria Shinn and the Loyal Souls
  • 2:45 p.m. – The Honey Badgers
  • 4:30 p.m. – The Boogie Freaks

COME HUNGRY!
Enjoy delicious eats and sweet treats from:

  • Jax Taco
  • Philly Boyz
  • Raphael’s Pizza
  • Voodoo Shrimp Shack
  • Ruby’s Waffle Bar & Creamery
  • Dixie’s Fair Funnel Cakes & Lemonade
  • Kona Ice
  • I Pie Something Sweet

Whether you’re dancing in the grass, exploring nature exhibits, enjoying live music, or grabbing a bite to eat with family and friends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Bring your beach chairs, sunscreen, and your summer spirit, and come celebrate the season Nassau County style!

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