Winter 2025 Social Calendar
FARMER’S MARKETS
Seaside Farmer’s Market | Tuesdays & Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00 PM | Main Amphitheater | Crisp mornings, fresh local greens, the early light over 30A.
Destin Community Farmers Market | Wednesdays from 4:00 to 8:00 PM | Shop the Destin Community Farmers Market Wednesday, May 14th - September 27th, from 4 - 8PM in the Bealls parking lot in the heart on Destin, FL.
Grayton Locals Market | Thursdays from 9:00 to 1:00 PM | A rotating selection of fresh food products and craft goods at Raw & Juicy Grayton Beach.
Grand Boulevard Farmer’s Market | Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00 PM | 600 Grand Boulevard.
Defuniak Springs Farmer’s Market | Saturdays from 8:00 to 12:00 PM | Vendors feature products like high quality beef, free range eggs, honey, milk, produce, beauty products, candy, canned goods, art, plants, and more
Rosemary Beach Farmers Market | Sundays from 9:00 to 1:00 PM | Pro Tip: arrive early to get the best pick of farm fresh vegetables, flowers, meats, and more.
WINTER LIVE MUSIC SERIES
Wine & Song at NEAT | Tuesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM | Join NEAT in Alys Beach for Wine & Song every Tuesday from 5 - 7PM. Enjoy 4 wines for $30 per person or choose a bottle from the Uncorked wine list and enjoy it with your small plate and shareables from open to close. Wines will be posted every Tuesday on Facebook & Instagram.
Between the Palms Music Series at Fonville Press | Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM | Stop by every Friday for live music from local artists from 6-8pm.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
30A BBQ Festival | Friday, November 7 from 5:00 to 8:00 | A rain-or-shine event, enjoy all-you-can-eat barbecue, served up by the best grill masters along the Emerald Coast as they compete for the trophy for '30A's Best BBQ' voted by you!
Seeing Red Wine Festival | November 6 - November 9 | SEASIDE | Seeing Red offers a fun-filled weekend, whether you experience every event or just one. Customize your weekend experience by purchasing curated packages or individual tickets and reservations.
Alys Beach Crafted | November 12 - November 16 | Crafted invites you into a multi-day journey of culinary expression, spirited tastings, and hands-on discovery at Alys Beach.
The Nutcracker Ballet at Seaside | Sunday, November 23 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM | SEASIDE Amphitheater | Join Ballet Pensacola for the annual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker.
THANKSGIVING EVENTS
30A 10K | Thursday, November 27 from 7:00 to 10:30 AM | The famous Turkey Trot starting at Rosemary to kick off your appetite. Choose your length and your pace, and note that traffic on 30A will be closed for the 5K route from 30A from from the intersection at Hwy 30A extending north to the entrance to the Camp Creek Inn entrance.
Harbor Docks Free Thanksgiving Feast | Thursday, November 27 from 11:00 to 5:00 PM | Harbor Docks invites you to be their guest at the 31st Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast. This traditional, homestyle feast will be served from 11am 'til 5pm. While there is absolutely no charge, donations will be accepted from those capable of making them. All proceeds will benefit Emerald Coast Food Rescue and Food For Thought.
Thanksgiving Tacos & Tequila at North Beach Social | Thursday, November 27 from 2:00 to 7:00 PM | North Beach Social | Indulge in a flavorful taco bar and stay for the tequila. Live music by Donnie Sundal will be setting the vibe, too.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Rosemary Tree Lighting Ceremony | Friday, November 28, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM | Join Rosemary Beach to turn on the town for the holiday season!
Alys in Winter Wonderland | Friday, November 28, from 4:00 to 7:30 PM | Enjoy festive activities like cookie decorating, letters to Santa, holiday photos, face painting, photos with Santa, and a concert leading up to the annual tree lighting.
Breakfast with Santa | Saturday, November 29, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM | Rosemary Beach | Bring the kids to Santa’s Workshop for a magical morning filled with delight! Included are a boxed breakfast, a professional color photo with Santa, and a special goodie bag from Gigi’s! Followed by a Merchant Open House in Seaside.
Every Christmas Story Every Told | Saturday, November 29th | Details to come…
Seaside Holiday Parade & Turn on the Town | Saturday, November 29 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM | SEASIDE Amphitheater | From the lively parade that winds along 30A to the lighting of the town’s spectacular Christmas tree, Turn on the Town is a full day of festive cheer and community spirit.
Rosemary Beach Holiday Tour of Homes | Saturday, December 6 from 11:00 to 5:00 PM | Rosemary Beach Realty & Cottage Rental Company have selected several of the most stunning homes, decorated in their finest for this self-guided tour that's guaranteed to get you into the Holiday spirit. The 2025 tour benefits charitable partners Alaqua Animal Refuge and Caring & Sharing of South Walton.
SEASIDE Holiday Market | Saturday, December 6 9:00 - 4:00 PM & Sunday, December, 7 from 10:00 to 4:00 PM | Central Square | Shop local artisans, unique vendors, and festive creators for holiday shopping.
Holiday Pops Concert | Saturday, December 6 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM | SEASIDE Amphitheater | Enjoy the sounds of Sinfonia Gulf Coast as they perform holiday classics in the Amphitheater. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome.
Eden Garden Christmas Candlelight Open House & Luminaries | Saturday, December 6 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM | Eden Gardens State Park | The Friends of Eden Gardens State Park invite the public to the Christmas Candlelight Open House throughout the park grounds.
Café Thirty-A Charity Christmas Ball | Saturday, December 6 from 6:00 to 10:00 PM | Celebrating 30 Years, Café Thirty-A will host its annual Christmas Charity Ball benefiting Caring and Sharing of South Walton.
Photos with Santa in SEASIDE | December 12th through December 21st from 4:00 to 6:00 PM | Pop-Up District | Capture the magic of the season with Photos with Santa in SEASIDE®’s enchanting Christmas Village (Pop-Up District).
NEW YEARS EVENTS
SEASIDE New Year’s Eve Celebration | Wednesday, December 31 from 4:00 to 9:00 PM | More details to come…
Please be sure to confirm details as dates and times may change. And please let us know when you arrive in town, we look forward to seeing y’all!
