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There’s no place like 30A for the holidays! Skip the snow and opt for light-strewn palm trees and white sand beaches instead. If you’re planning a vacation to the 30A area sometime soon, you’re in for a real treat. There are plenty of fun events and activities to get you in the festive mood throughout the month of December. There’s no shortage of things to do and see like photos with Santa, holiday concert series and shopping along festively lit promenades.
Discover fun things to do on 30A during Christmas. Find local holiday events on 30A: Destin, Rosemary Beach, Grayton Beach and more.
There’s no place like 30A for the holidays! Skip the snow and opt for light-strewn palm trees and white sand beaches instead. If you’re planning a vacation to the 30A area sometime soon, you’re in for a real treat. There are plenty of fun events and activities to get you in the festive mood throughout the month of December. There’s no shortage of things to do and see like photos with Santa, holiday concert series and shopping along festively lit promenades.
Let’s take a look at some of the holiday highlights:
Located near the entrance to Sandestin, Grand Boulevard is one of our favorite spots to get into the holiday spirit. Not only are there beautiful lights to enjoy, there’s an array of uniquely decorated Christmas trees, decorated by the area’s nonprofits. Family-friendly activities like free arts and crafts are available as well as pictures with Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides and more. Photos with Santa in Grand Park are every Saturday(November 30-December 21) from 2-4pm. Arrive early for the Grand Boulevard Farmers Market in Grand Park which runs from 9am-1pm for some local produce and goods. Browse the shops and indulge in delicious local dining. It’s the perfect way to spend a Florida winter day!
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park is a lovely waterfront park with a playground, concert stage and even a small rock climbing wall. Their annual A Downtown Holiday event on Saturday, December 7th from 12-7pm is fun for the whole family, complete with a tree lighting event at 5:30pm and live music, kids’ activities, local vendors and food. Get your extra special Christmas shopping done at some of the downtown boutiques while you’re there. Enjoy a Christmas Parade on12/07/2020 at 6:30pm.
The Seaside Holiday Market is one of our favorite places to stop during the month of December. It’s practically a local tradition! The market runs throughout the December on Friday, Saturday and Sundays, starting at 3pm. The event takes place at the Seaside Lyceum. Local vendors offer unique homemade and artisan goods, holiday food, crafts and more. Enjoy the holiday lights and festive decorations that make Seaside one of the 20 Best Christmas Towns in Florida.
From the website: “Join us for a new tradition in Seaside! Skating on an Artificial Ice Rink, face painting from 4-7PM, pictures with Santa from 4pm to close, Christmas treats, and Holiday market vendors! Free& Open To The Public!”
Ice skating on 30A is a rare seasonal treat. Thankfully, The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin is offering opportunity to glide on the ice throughout the season until February 1st. Dust off your skates and visit Baytowne Ice Rink for some winter fun. The pavilion is a 40ft by 60ft ice rink enclosed in a tent. If you don’t have your own skates, they offer $3 skate rentals. Rates are $11 per skater for 90 minutes of icy fun. Seasons passes can be purchased at the Baytowne Wharf Neighborhood Association Office during normal business hours. Check their website for the full schedule and hours. There are extended hours on weekends.
From Wednesday, December 4th to Saturday, December 21st at 6, 7 and 8pm, enjoy a free light show. On Wednesday night, enjoy the added bonus of a special holiday edition of the Wednesday Night Concert Series.
On Saturday, December 21st from 9am-1pm enjoy a free Winter Wonderland event for the family. Slide down ice slides, make snow angels and experience snowy magic – without the cold!
Inlet Beach is one of our favorite places to be! Our beautiful 30A vacation rental homes in Inlet Beach, FL are the perfect getaway any time of the year. While it’s a given that the beach is the place to be, what are some other things to do in Inlet Beach and the surrounding area? Whether you’re looking for a laid back vacation with a wide open schedule or looking to see and experience it all, this list of things to do in Inlet Beach beyond the beach is a great starting point:
We’re back for part two of our Grab and Go Food on 30A series. In the last article, we explored some delicious dining on-the-go options. From soft cheeses, craft beer and fine wine at Destin Ice Market to Freshii’s inspired breakfast burritos, our list was just a taste of the dining options on 30A. This time we’ve got even more inspired ideas for your daily munchies. These 30A restaurants have great takeout options for easy grab-and-go foods like sandwiches or burgers.
30A is full of royal destinations perfect for a stunning beach wedding. Picturing an intimate affair just for two or prefer a special occasion, bursting with friends and family? Whether you have a simple ceremony or a fully inclusive, top-to-bottom wedding in mind, dreams become reality on the Gulf Coast. Here are our top tips to make your 30A beach wedding a sandy success.
If you’re visiting 30A in late October pack your costume, and be part of 30A’s line-up of spooktacular events for the whole family, adults only, and your feline family members this Halloween season!
As the summer heat begins to fade away, the charming coastal region of 30A in Florida comes alive with vibrant colors and pleasant temperatures during the fall season.
With all the fun things to do and see along Florida’s scenic Highway 30A, your family’s 30A vacay will be anything but boring. Our Love to Stay 30A team are all locals, obsessed with finding the best spots and making your vacation perfect from start to finish. We want you to have a great time — including the kids! Discover our highly rated, top picks for families. From the basic 30A escapes like the beach to lesser-known spots the kids will love, this list has you covered.
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