Holiday Happenings on 30A: Your Guide to Festive Events from November 15 - December 15, 2024!
Sandestin Turkey Trot 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
November 23, 2024 | Sandestin, FL, Golf & Beach Resort
The 3rd Annual Sandestin® Turkey Trot 5K run and 1-mile fun run/walk at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is on Saturday, November 23. Stick around for a post-run tailgate party at 11 a.m., with beer, food, prizes, rewards, and NFL football on the big screen. It's an excellent time for the whole family. The cost is $45 for adults and $25 for children 17 and under. The first 30 people will receive a free T-shirt. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Sandestin Foundation for Kids.
The Nutcracker Ballet Act II
November 24, at 5:00 p.m. | Seaside, FL
Kick off the festive season with Ballet Pensacola's performance of The Nutcracker on the Amphitheater Stage. This timeless tradition is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets; seating in the grass is first-come, first-served. This event is complimentary and open to the public.
30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Race
November 27-28, 2024 | Rosemary Beach, FL
30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Race at Rosemary Beach is a chance to burn off the bird and stuffing. This Thanksgiving Day Race Series offers two days of fun! With a 10K, 5K, and 1 mile run/walk, there is a race distance for every ability. Come out and enjoy all of the festivities!
Alys in Winter Wonderland
November 29, 2024 | Alys Beach Amphitheatre, Alys Beach, FL
Embrace the magic of the season at Alys in Winter Wonderland! Bring the whole family to the Alys Beach Amphitheatre to enjoy holiday-themed activities like cookie decorating, face painting, and airbrush tattoos (some activities may include costs). Children can write letters to Santa and pose for photos with him, making lasting holiday memories. Bring a blanket or low-back chair to settle in for a memorable holiday concert and the lighting of Alys Beach's magnificent Christmas tree.
Rosemary Beach Christmas Tree Lighting
November 29, 2024 | Rosemary Beach, FL
Celebrate the holiday season as Rosemary Beach "turn on the Town"! Join the community for a magical evening featuring musical performances by the Charles Dickens Carolers and the arrival of Santa himself, followed by the lighting of the Town's Christmas tree.
After the tree lighting, explore the festive Town Center for a holiday shopping experience with refreshments from local merchants. Top off the evening with a scenic carriage ride through Rosemary Beach, taking in the lights and decorations throughout the Town.
Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market
November 30, 2024 | WaterColor, FL
The Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market will return to WaterColor for its 17th year on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 3 PM to 9 PM! Join us for a holiday extravaganza with falling snow, horse-drawn carriage rides, s'mores, pictures with Santa, lights in the park, and a holiday market! This event is free and open to the public; be sure to bring the whole family!
Seaside Turn on the Town! Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
November 30, 2024 | Seaside Amphitheater, Seaside, FL
Kick off the holiday season with Seaside's cherished Parade and Turn on the Town! event. Join us on Saturday, November 30, starting at 3 PM, as the holiday parade makes its joyful way down 30A from Seagrove to Seaside, bringing Santa and friends to Town to spread holiday cheer. Once Santa arrives, he will lead the countdown to the Town's grand tree lighting. Enjoy free photos with Santa, carolers, face painting, and a variety of holiday activities for all ages.
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Arrive early at 2 PM for The REP's Every Christmas Story Ever Told show. Don't miss this festive gathering in Seaside's iconic Central Square, where holiday lights and entertainment brighten the season. For more information, visit seasidefl.com.
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Elf-Stravaganza
December 6, 2024 | Seaside, FL
Take a break from the hustle of the holidays and unwrap a world of magical memories at Seaside's exclusive Elf-Stravaganza Fun Fest!
This free event is packed with festive fun for families with young children! Get ready to jingle, mingle, and snap adorable photos with our merry band of beloved holiday characters. Enjoy festive tunes, laugh out loud with the elves' merry storytelling session, and challenge your friends and neighbors to our Super Sweet and Epic Cookie Eating Competition, where brave contestants will battle it out for the coveted title of Sugar Rush Superstar!
It's a day of laughter, cheer, and unforgettable memories for everyone – no wrapping required!
The white sands of SoWal make an excellent substitute for snow-covered slopes. In December, it's common to have gorgeous 75-degree days with fish pulled in off the beach.
Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Season 12 - Fall/Holiday 2024
December 6-22, 2024 | Sandestin, FL - Grand Boulevard
All Is Calm: the Christmas Truce of 1914
The Western Front: Christmas 1914. Out of the violence of World War I, a silence, then a song. A German soldier enters No Man's Land singing "Stille Nacht." Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 tells the true story of the first Christmas Eve of World War I, when soldiers across the Western Front laid down their weapons to celebrate Christmas together. Based on the first-hand accounts of soldiers who lived it, this beautifully staged play with music brings these stories to life with traditional carols and patriotic songs, sung a cappella by a cast of 10, celebrating the unique way the holiday season can bring us all together.
Christmas Luminaries - Eden State Gardens
December 7, 2024, from 5-8 pm | Point Washington, FL
This is a wonderful holiday tradition in South Walton! After sunset, enjoy a walk through luminary-lined pathways at Eden Gardens State Park and tour the historic Wesley house, with each room decorated for Christmas. The Friends of Eden will provide live music, cookies, and hot beverages in the Pavilion area. of Point Washington, www.FriendsOfEdenGardens.org.
DwightFest at Gulf Place
December 7-8 | Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Who's ready for a weekend of music, food, and community at DwightFest, a two-day non-profit music festival dedicated to giving back to those who make our paradise possible? Welcome to the inaugural DwightFest! Named in honor of local pottery artist Dwight Ward, DwightFest supports local service workers and musicians needing emergency financial assistance. Enjoy performances by Paul Thorn & Joanna Cotten and 13 other talented acts, filling the air with incredible tunes for two full days.
Rosemary Beach Holiday Tour of Homes
December 7, 2024 | Rosemary Beach, FL
Rosemary Beach Foundation, in partnership with Rosemary Beach Realty and Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company, will host a self-guided walking tour of stunning homes decorated for the holidays
​2024 charitable partners are Alaqua Animal Refuge and Caring & Sharing of South Walton
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