Omni Amelia Island Resort sits on the pristine 13-mile Atlantic coastline of Amelia Island — one of Florida's most historically rich and naturally beautiful barrier islands, known for its Victorian architecture, independent spirit, and remarkable natural serenity. The resort's broad ocean ceremony beach, multiple ballroom options, championship golf courses, full-service spa, and comprehensive destination resort infrastructure create a self-contained wedding weekend where guests never need to leave the property. The island's unique character, accessible from Jacksonville in under an hour, gives every wedding here a genuine sense of escaping the ordinary and arriving somewhere worth celebrating.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:46 PM | 3:46 PM | 3.2″ |
| February | 6:13 PM | 4:13 PM | 3.1″ |
| March | 7:33 PM | 5:33 PM | 3.3″ |
| April | 7:52 PM | 5:52 PM | 3.0″ |
| May | 8:12 PM | 6:12 PM | 2.7″ |
| June | 8:29 PM | 6:29 PM | 6.1″ |
| July | 8:29 PM | 6:29 PM | 5.0″ |
| August | 8:08 PM | 6:08 PM | 6.4″ |
| September | 7:32 PM | 5:32 PM | 7.2″ |
| October | 6:54 PM | 4:54 PM | 5.0″ |
| November | 5:29 PM | 3:29 PM | 1.9″ |
| December | 5:26 PM | 3:26 PM | 3.1″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from FERNANDINA BEACH, 7.8 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house Omni catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full resort bar service
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Multiple indoor ballrooms
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; barrier island beachfront; comprehensive storm protocols with island evacuation procedures
Verify Before You Book
Confirm current minimum event spend and beach ceremony permitting process
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
East-facing Atlantic; western marsh and golf course for evening light
Shade Coverage
Multiple indoor ballrooms; covered outdoor terraces
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Atlantic beach ceremony on pristine Amelia Island sand, ocean horizon backdrop, championship golf course settings, resort pool terrace, Amelia Island natural dunes and sea oats
39 Beach Lagoon Rd
Amelia Island, FL
Parking
Valet and resort self-parking
Nearest Airport
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) · 35 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site; Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island adjacent; Fernandina Beach historic district accommodations
