Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs
February 2 – 4, 2024

The rich tradition of telling stories has been part of humankind as long as there has been language. Today, there has been a renaissance in stories told in a personal, authentic way, bringing people together to remind us of our shared experience.

Storytelling, whether in spoken or musical form, is an art form that preserves our history, celebrates diversity, and perpetuates important elements of the human experience in an entertaining, engaging form.

We welcome you to the first annual Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs! You’ll find a wonderful variety of styles and content, from nationally known performers who will make you laugh, cry, and think, as well as local favorites who will share the rich history of our island.

We invite you to enjoy the many delights the festival has to offer. Attend just a few events or purchase a passport to the entire festival. We promise you a moving, entertaining, and memorable experience!

Donna Paz Kaufman

Co-founder

Mark Kaufman

Co-Founder

Robin Cormier

Executive Director

Carl Hiaasen

Headliner

Spend an evening with the person Dave Barry calls “one of South Florida’s most vital natural resources.” Listening to Carl Hiaasen’s powerful convictions about society and the environment, or stories about writing the characters in his bestselling novels, creates an entertaining and utterly hilarious evening.

The Art of Storytelling with Carl Hiaasen
Saturday, February 3

7:30-9:30 pm
SpringHill Marriott
Tickets $65 (includes an autographed book) or $55 (event only; no book)

Ticket Information

Carl Hiaasen

Featured Performer

Carl Hiaasen is a nationally known journalist and novelist. He has published more than 30 books for adults and middle-grade readers. Two of his novels have been made into feature films. Hiaasen’s adult novels are humorous crime thrillers set in Florida. They feature casts of eccentric characters and satirize aspects of American popular culture.

The Art of Storytelling with Carl Hiaasen
Saturday, February 3

7:30-9:30 pm
SpringHill Marriott
Tickets $49

Purchase Tickets Sponsor this Event

Carl Hiaasen

Headliner

Carl Hiaasen is a nationally known journalist and novelist. He has published more than 30 books for adults and middle-grade readers. Two of his novels have been made into feature films. Hiaasen’s adult novels are humorous crime thrillers set in Florida. They feature casts of eccentric characters and satirize aspects of American popular culture.

The Art of Storytelling with Carl Hiaasen
Saturday, February 3

7:30-9:30 pm
SpringHill Marriott
Tickets $49

Purchase Tickets Sponsor this Event

Festival Events

Musician Storytellers

A delightful evening with local favorites and nationally known musicians.

Two Storytelling workshops

Learn tips and techniques from the experts.

Local stories and book-signing

Island historians tell stories about Amelia Island’s fascinating past.

Afternoon Tea

A special edition of Tea & Tales with a musical tribute.

A Special Event for kids

Stories and music with one of today’s top children’s entertainers.

Lunch with Storytellers

A delicious deli buffet  and stories from masters of the craft..

Carl Hiaasen

And featuring an evening with best-selling Florida author Carl Hiaasen, including a signed copy of his latest book.

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