Looking for ways to make the most of your week along 30A? From Thanksgiving feasts and festive runs to tree lightings and exclusive wine dinners, this week is packed with holiday cheer and community fun. Check out the best events happening on 30A and join in the celebrations!

1. Thanksgiving on 30A: Feasts, Fun, and Family Time!

Enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving along 30A with options to dine out or pre-order festive meals. From gourmet buffets to cozy at-home feasts, restaurants like Fish Out of Water, Great Southern Café, and more have you covered. Don’t forget to reserve early or pre-order your meal to savor the holiday without the stress of cooking! For a detailed guide, click HERE!

Thanksgiving – Pre-Order Meals + Make Reservations

2. King George’s Return to the Sea!

Join Gulf World Marine Institute as they release King George, a rehabilitated loggerhead sea turtle, back into the Gulf of Mexico at Inlet Beach. Witness this heartwarming moment on Wednesday, November 27th, from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., and cheer on King George as he heads home for the holidays!

Sea Turtle Release at Inlet Beach! / Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 8:15 am – 8:45 am @ Inlet Beach Regional Access

3. Twinkling Nights at Monet Monet

Start your Thanksgiving holiday with an enchanting evening at Monet Monet on Wednesday, November 27th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stroll through beautifully lit gardens, enjoy light bites and live music, and meet featured artists Michael McCarty and Aleks Logasov. Find the perfect original artwork or unique gift to take home!

Gallery Night at Monet Monet / Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ Monet Monet

4. Turkey Trot Along 30A: 13th Annual Thanksgiving Day Run

Kick off Thanksgiving with the 13th annual 30A 10K, 5K, and 1-mile run on Thursday, November 28th, starting at 7:30 a.m. at Rosemary Beach. Join in the fun, enjoy the flat and fast courses, and celebrate with a festive post-race breakfast. Early-bird registration is now open, so secure your spot and your custom race shirt before it sells out!

30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races /Thursday, November 28, 2024, from 7:30 a.m. onwards @ Rosemary Beach

5. Burn Off the Turkey Challenge

Join us at WaterColor Beach Club on Friday, November 29th, at 9 a.m. for a fun post-Thanksgiving workout! Grab a biking or walking/running map, track your miles, and email your results to compete for daily prizes. It’s the perfect way to burn off the holiday feast and enjoy some friendly competition!

Burn Off the Turkey / Friday, November 29, 2024, from 9 a.m. onwards @ WaterColor Beach Club

6. Old Town Holiday: Tree Lighting Celebration

Experience the magic of the season at Rosemary Beach on Friday, November 29th, at 6 p.m. in North Barrett Square. Enjoy festive tunes from the Sandpiper Singers, the arrival of Santa, the lighting of the holiday tree, and free carriage rides. Come shop, stroll, and kick off the holiday spirit.

Old Town Holiday: Tree Lighting Ceremony @ North Barrett Square

7. Turn on the Town: Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

Celebrate the season at Seaside’s Turn On The Town event on Saturday, November 30th! The festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a holiday parade featuring Santa and friends along 30A, followed by the tree lighting at 5 p.m. Enjoy carolers, festive activities, face-painting, and free photos with Santa for a magical evening of holiday cheer.

Turn on the Town: Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting / Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. @ Seaside Amphitheater

8. Seaside Holiday Spectacular: Parade & Tree Lighting

Join SEASIDE®’s joyful Holiday Parade on Sunday, December 1st, at 3 p.m., starting at Seagrove Plaza and traveling down 30A to Central Square. Enjoy festive floats, performers, and a special guest from the North Pole as holiday cheer fills the air. Stick around for the Turn on the Town ceremony at 5 p.m. when Santa lights up SEASIDE® with dazzling holiday lights!

Holiday Parade / Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 3 p.m. @ Seagrove Plaza

9. An Evening of Elegance: Reynolds Family Winery Wine Dinner

Enjoy an exclusive wine dinner at Ovide, Hotel Effie, on Sunday, December 1st, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Savor a four-course menu paired with fine wines from the renowned Reynolds Family Winery, including expertly matched Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Limited seating is available, so RSVP to secure your spot for this sophisticated culinary experience.

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