2024 Holiday Social Calendar
NOVEMBER
30A 10K | November 28 | 10K, 5K, and 1-Mile Fun Run flat, scenic turkey trot from Rosemary Beach to The Big Chill. Followed by a mimosa and bloody mary bar on the front greens. Register…
Let’s Give Thanks Yoga at Rosemary Beach | November 29 at 9:00 AM | Join Rosemary Beach Foundation and Rosemary Beach Fitness Center for a grateful yoga practice on the St. Augustine Green. Ages 14+ are welcome. Bring a yoga mat or towel. $10 suggested donation benefitting NW Florida Guardian ad Litem & Hope for the Holidays.
Rosemary Beach Tree Lighting | November 29, 6:00 PM | The holiday season kicks off in Barett Square at 6:00 PM with Rosemary Beach’s annual tree lighting. Enjoy holiday shopping and seasonal refreshments, plus performances by Charles Dickens Carolers and carriage rides through town.
Breakfast with Santa at Rosemary Beach | November 30, 8:00 - 11:00 | Bring littles to Santa’s workshop for breakfast, photos with Santa, and a special goodie bag from Gigi’s! Proceeds benefit the South Walton Fire Department Angel Tree Program.
Alys in Winter Wonderland | November 29, 4:00 - 7:00 PM | Celebrate the season in Alys with festive, family-friendly activities including cookie decorating, letters to Santa, coloring, face painting, and a touch of holiday sparkle with hair tinsel.
Breakfast with Santa at Rosemary Beach | November 30, 8:00 - 11:00 | Bring littles to Santa’s workshop for breakfast, photos with Santa, and a special goodie bag from Gigi’s! Proceeds benefit the South Walton Fire Department Angel Tree Program.
Every Christmas Story Ever Told | November 30 at 10:00 AM | Enjoy “Every Christmas Story Ever Told” at the Alys Beach Ampitheatre.
Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market | November 30, 3:00 - 9:00 PM | The Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market holiday extravaganza is complete with snow, carriage rides, bonfires and s'mores, a festive winter market, and much more. This event is free and open to the public.
DECEMBER
Seaside Farmer’s Market | Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00 |
Rosemary Beach Farmers Market | Sundays from 9:00 to 1:00 | Pro Tip: arrive early to get the best pick of farm fresh vegetables, flowers, meats, and more.
30A Holiday Market | December 5, 10:00 to 5:00 | Shop holiday gifts from some of the Southeast’s favorite makers + creatives at Peddler’s Pavillion. Expect everything from CC.BOONE’s Raffia Shop to Erika Powell Textiles, Sonny + James children’s clothing to Mia Stone original artwork — and much, much more.
Caymus 50th Anniversary Wine Dinner & Benefit | December 5 from 6:00 to 9:00 | Join Pescado for a charity wine dinner celebrating Caymus Vineyard’s 50th anniversary and benefitting Children’s Volunteer Health Network. Purchase tickets…
Cultural Arts Alliance Winter Social | December 5 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM | Join the CAA for an ar-filled holiday gathering at Watersound Village Market Cafe to toast three decades of fostering creativity in the community. Mix and mingle with fellow artists and art enthusiasts and enjoy sips as CAA recognizes Volunteers of the Year, Arts Educator of the Year, Arts Partner of the Year, and more.
Miracle on 30Avenue | December 7 from 11:00 to 2:00 PM | Enjoy a family-friendly holiday event with cocoa, cookies, crafts, and more.
Alaqua Animal Refuge Holiday Bazaar | December 7 from 11:00 to 4:00 | Celebrate the season at Alaqua and check everyone off your holiday shopping list.
2024 Rosemary Beach Holiday Tour of Homes | December 7 | Join Rosemary Beach Realty and Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company for a guided walking tour of the town’s most beautiful and festive homes. Proceeds benefit Alaqua Animal Refuge and Caring and Sharing of South Walton.
Santa Photos & Smores | December 7 | Details to come…
Café Thirty-A Charity Christmas Ball | December 7, 6:00 - 10:00 PM | One of the few opportunities to indulge in black tie, Café Thirty-A’s annual Charity Christma Ball is a beloved event featuring a silent auction, raffle, drinks, and more. Proceeds benefit Caring and SHaring of South Walton.
Eden Gardens Christmas Candlelight Open House & Luminarias | December 7, 5:00 - 8:00 | A favorite local tradition, Eden Gardens comes alive with over 2000 luminaries and a candlelit open house.
Christmas Cupcake Decorating at Pescado | December 8 from 12:00 to 1:00 | Join Pescado’s Pastry Chef Daniel Sanchez in festive cupcake decorating. Suitable for children 12 and under. Purchase tickets…
Ohana Holiday Night Market | December 12 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM | 30Avenue is pleased to host an evening market to help you finish holiday shopping and support Ohana School. Complete with Ohana performers spreading the joy of the season.
Destin Boat Parade | December 15 from 6:00 to 9:00 | Head to the Destin Harbor for holiday lights and cheer. Beginning at Harbor Docks and ending at HarborWalk Village, commercial, charter, and private boats will light up the Harbor in holiday spirit. Registration to join the parade is $25 and benefits the Destin History & Fishing Museum.
Paint, Sip, and Shop | December 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 | Join Amy Boyd at the Courtyard at Pescado for an evening of bubbles, sipping, and shopping. Purchase tickets…
Noon Year’s Eve Party | December 31st, 10:00 to 12:00 PM | Ring in the New Year early at the Alys Beach Ampitheatre with music from Big City Rhythm, crafts, face painting, Photo Booth, and more.
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!
