Jacksonville Car Culture is thrilled to announce an exclusive two-day motoring event on Jekyll Island December 1-2, 2023. Optional cruise up to the Jekyll Island leaving the River City Marketplace starts at 5:30pm. Registration/sign in begins at 6:30pm on Friday evening and the event wraps Saturday at 10am. Additional nights are available at the Courtyard and Residence Inn Jekyll Island at the group rate.
About Jekyll Island:
From the sprawling beaches to the historic ruins, Jekyll Island is a beautiful blend of serenity and discovery. Situated within the chain of the Golden Isles, Jekyll is just a easy drive from Jacksonville, about 70 miles from downtown. Note: Entry onto Jekyll Island requires a small fee.
TWO DAYS OF EVENTS! Note: All entrants must stay for one night at the Courtyard Jekyll Island or Residence Inn Jekyll Island to receive the full amenities package.
Friday, December 1, 2023
5:30pm
Want to cruise up to Jekyll Island in a caravan? We will have a group gathering at the River City Marketplace at 5:30pm. The scenic drive up with a bunch of friends, new and old, only makes the weekend better!
7-10:00pm
Jacksonville Car Culture Holiday Lights Tour
The two-day holiday-themed automotive adventure will kick off Friday night, December 1, 2023 at 7pm with a very limited, exclusive Jacksonville Car Culture Holiday Lights Tour. Jekyll Island boasts more than 1,000,000 holiday lights with more 45,000 on the great tree alone! The cruise is limited to 40 vehicles and will include a stop along the way, an outdoor patio reception at the Courtyard Jekyll Island and an exclusive Caffeine and Octane event on Saturday (more details below).
Saturday, December 2, 2023 7:30-10am
Exclusive Caffeine and Octane at Jekyll Island in Support of Wolfson Children’s Hospital Holiday Gift Giving
This exclusive Caffeine and Octane will be limited to the Holiday Lights Cruise participants and a few additional VIPs. In addition to the cruise fee and your hotel, we are asking that you bring an unwrapped toy for Wolfson Children’s Hospital.
Holiday Lights Cruise Package Details:
Cost: $100 plus the cost of the hotel room, fees and taxes
- Optional guided cruise up to Jekyll Island leaving from River City Marketplace
- Entry for one vehicle with up to two people per car $100 (additional passengers are $25 a piece)
- One night at Courtyard Jekyll Island or Residence Inn Jekyll Island (base hotel room rate at Courtyard Jekyll Island – includes breakfast at the Residence Inn for 2 – is $179 plus fees/taxes) View Courtyard Jekyll Island and Residence Inn Jekyll Island hotel price details and options before making a commitment by clicking here
What is included:
- Coffee or hot cocoa and a cookie or baked treat before we depart the hotel.
- Friday evening Holiday Lights Cruise showcasing more than 1,000,000 holiday lights on Jekyll Island.
- Exclusive parking at the Holiday Lights Cruise parking area at the Courtyard Jekyll Island/Residence Inn Jekyll Island.
- Two beverage tickets per vehicle for the patio reception at the hotel at the conclusion of the cruise on Friday night.
- Digital photo of your vehicle by Deremer Studios, LCC. suitable for printing and framing.
- An exclusive Saturday’s Caffeine and Octane for cruise entrants and a very few additional invite-only VIPs. 7:30-10am.
Register Today (limited to 50 vehicles)
BE SURE TO CLICK “RETURN TO MERCHANT” After completing the EBay transaction to finish your application and reserve the hotel room.
Direct Link to Registration Form (Does not secure a spot at the hotel, only on the cruise weekend): http://www.firstcoastcarculture.com/jacksonville-car-culture-holiday-cruise-registration-form/
You will also need to reserve at hotel room at Courtyard Jekyll Island or Residence Inn Jekyll Island, here is the direct link for our incredible rate starting at $179 Jacksonville Car Culture. The link will also be available after you pay the cruise entry fee.
All attendees agree to the Jacksonville Car Culture RELEASE/ASSUMPTION OF RISK/HOLD HARMLESS FORM: http://www.firstcoastcarculture.com/release-assumption-of-risk-hold-harmless-form/
About Jekyll Island:
Few places on earth are more inviting.
From the moment you see our turtle crossing signs, you’ll know you’ve arrived somewhere special. A canopy of live oaks will draw you in. Stories of lavish lawn parties will pique your curiosity. Driftwood skeletons will forever be etched in your memory.
Whether it’s through an ancient maritime forest or along our newly updated oceanfront promenade, every path leads to a unique experience you’ll only find here.
