30A Holiday Events & Gift Shopping Guide 2025

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30A Holiday Events & Gift Shopping Guide 2025

November 2025

The Art of the Holiday: VIE’s 30A Gift & Celebration Guide

By Caitlyn Burrus & Anna Gilchrist

A sparkling season on Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A means twinkling streetlights, coastal breezes, farmers’ markets turned holiday markets, warm bonfires, events, and plenty of shopping for coastal-inspired gifts. As the holidays approach, our hometown’s charming beach communities line the Emerald Coast with bright lights and festive decor, leaving no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Whether you’re a 30A local or looking for a quaint winter escape, let VIE magazine’s 30A Gift & Celebration Guide lead you through the events, gatherings, and gifts that our town has to offer!

Holiday lights in Rosemary Beach

EVENTS

The holidays along 30A are nothing short of magical, where twinkling lights meet Gulf breezes and every town adds its own charm to the season. From tree lightings and festive markets to elegant dinners and New Year’s celebrations, there’s always something to gather for. Mark your calendar and make the most of this sparkling season with events that capture the joy, community, and coastal spirit of the holidays.

Inlet Beach

Nov. 24 | Thanksgiving House Smoked Turkeys at Shades Bar & Grill — 11 AM
Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Day Dinner at Cuvee 30A — 11 AM

Rosemary

Nov. 26 | Thanksgiving Tradition at Gallions — 2:30 PM

Nov. 27 | 30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races at The Big Chill — 7:30 AM

Nov. 27 | 30A 5K Thanksgiving Day Races at Rosemary Beach — 9:30 AM

Dec. 6 | 7th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes — 11 AM
Dec. 24 | Christmas Eve Farmers Market at Rosemary Beach — 9 AM
Dec. 31 | New Year’s Eve Market at Rosemary Beach — 9 AM

30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races

Seacrest

Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Buffet at LaCo — 11 AM

Alys

Nov. 28 | Alys in Wonderland at Alys Beach Amphitheater — 4:30 PM

Nov. 29 | Every Christmas Story Ever Told at Alys Beach Amphitheater

Dec. 28 | Alys Classics: White Christmas at Central Park — 4:30 PM
Dec. 31 | Noon Year’s Eve Party at Alys Beach Amphitheater — 10 AM

Watersound

Nov. 27 | 30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races at The Big Chill — 7:30 AM
Dec. 11 | A Christmas Stroll at The Shops at The Hub – 4:00 PM

Seagrove

Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Grand Buffet at Old Florida Fish House — 11 AM
Nov. 30 | Turn On The Town & Seaside Holiday Parade (Seagrove to Seaside) at Seaside — 3 PM

Watercolor

Dec. 24 | Christmas Eve Brunch at Fish Out of Water — 8 AM
Dec. 25 | Holiday Breakfast Buffet at Fish Out of Water — 8 AM
Dec. 25 | Christmas Day Dinner at Fish Out of Water — 5 PM
Dec. 31 | New Year’s Eve Family Southern Fish Fry at Fish Out of Water — 5 PM

Holiday lights in Seaside

Seaside

Nov. 16 | Front Porch Sessions Brunch feat. Bulleit Whiskey at 87 Central — 11 AM
Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving at Great Southern Café – 11 AM
Nov. 30 | Turn On The Town & Seaside Holiday Parade (Seagrove to Seaside) — 3 PM
Nov. 30 | Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting + Photos with Santa — 5 PM
Nov. 30 | Polar Express Movie Night — 6–8 PM
Dec. 6 | Holiday Market — 10 AM
Dec. 7 | Holiday Pops Concert in the Amphitheater — 7 PM
Dec. 12–16 | Photos with Santa — 4 PM
Dec. 20–26 | Winter Wonderland at 87 Central — 4–8 PM | Gourmet cocoa, coffee & cookies | Proceeds to Children’s Advocacy Center
Dec. 20 | Snow Globe Activity for Kids at 87 Central — 3 PM
Dec. 20 | Bulleit Bourbon Front Porch Sessions: “’Twas the Nightcap” at 87 Central — 6 PM | Hot beverages, homemade eggnog & sweet treats
Dec. 21 | Photos with Santa at Seaside — 4 PM
Dec. 31 | NYE Cocktail Party at 87 Central — 6–9 PM
Dec. 31 | Bud & Alley’s NYE Party Dinner — 9 PM
Jan. 1 | New Year’s Eve Celebration — 6 PM

Grayton

Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Feast at Roux 30A — 10:30 AM
Dec. 14 | Santa Paws at AJ’s — 11 AM
Dec. 18 | Grayton Locals Market at Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse — 8 AM
Dec. 18 | Grayton Beach Wine Walk at Shacks Art Grayton Beach — 5 PM

North Beach Social

South Walton

Nov. 18 | Basil Hayden Friendsgiving Dinner at The Bay — 5:30 PM
Nov. 26 | Thanksgiving To-Go Dinner for 4 at North Beach Social: Order by November 21 — 11 AM
Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Lunch and Dinner at The Bay
Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Lunch and Dinner at Farm & Fire — 11 AM
Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving Tacos & Tequila Special at North Beach Social — 2 PM
Dec. 10 | Santa Night at Farm & Fire/North Beach Social — 5-8 PM

Fall menu at Farm and Fire

Grand Boulevard/Sandestin:

Nov. 28 | The Polar Express @ Baytowne — 6 PM
Nov. 28 | Annie at Emerald Coast Theatre Co, Grand Boulevard (Opening Night) — 7 PM
Nov. 29 | Here Comes Santa Claus at Baytowne — 6 PM
Dec. 2 | Festival of Trees at Grand Boulevard
Dec. 3 | Visits with Santa at Baytowne — 5 PM
Dec. 5 | Holiday Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides (Every Friday & Saturday) at Grand Boulevard — 4 PM
Dec. 10 | Visits with Santa at Baytowne — 5 PM
Dec. 12 | Grinchmas at Baytowne — 5 PM
Dec. 18–20 | Coastal White Christmas Events at Grand Park — 3:30 PM
Dec. 25 | Christmas Dinner at Ovide — 4 PM
Dec. 31 | NYE Countdown at Baytowne — 8 PM

SHOPPING

Along the 30a highway, the boutiques and galleries that line Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A transform into a treasure trove of coastal-inspired gifts each holiday season. Whether you’re searching for a timeless piece of jewelry, cozy apparel, locally made art, or a touch of seaside elegance for the home, our community’s shops make gifting feel effortless. Explore these curated picks from 30A’s most beloved retailers, each offering something as thoughtful and beautiful as the Emerald Coast itself.

30Avenue

BECASA: French Market Basket $72
Willow + Mercer: Eskimo Boot in New Grey $259
30A Olive Oil: Holiday Dipping Trio Gift Set $85
Marisol Gullo Interiors: GoHome Ltd Green Envy Bar Set – Cocktail Essentials $608.25

Becasa: French Market Basket

Rosemary Beach

Bombora: Retro Bombora Tee $29.50
Pish Posh Patchouli’s: Carner Barcelona Dream Collection Set $100
The Hidden Lantern: The Talisman of Happiness – The Most Iconic Italian Cookbook Ever Written $60
Luminary: Pearl Detail Crochet Top $148
Huck & Harlowe: American Flag Needlepoint Collar $65
Faherty: Legend Sweater Shirt Gift Pack – Winter Pack $498
Ex voto: Custom Machine Engraved 18” Katherine Necklace with Natural Pearl and Frances Locket $309

Faherty: Legend Sweater Shirt Gift Pack – Winter Pack

Alys Beach

Alo Yoga: Athletic Wear
Alys Shoppe: Alys Youth Girls Coverup $55
Alys Shoppe: Alys Beach Logo Performance Hat $40
Krewe: BARRETT – Havana Sunglasses $295
MERIT: Argos Ring $4,599
SummerStory: Blue Transparent Fish Carafe $50

Alys Youth Girls Coverup

The Shops at The Hub 30A

Adaro Art: White Beach Mitchell English $2,200
Anthea Le Jardin: Chandelier Earrings – Please visit 29 Hub Ln, Watersound, FL 32461 or call (516) 830-5758 for pricing and availability information.
Fiddle Haus: Four Seasons Coupe Glasses – Set in Pink, Green, Gold, & Crimson $18/e
Palms: Baby Blue Vintage Santa Pajamas Youth $52
Vivo Spa: Giftcard $145-$355