No matter what time of year it is, you can never say no to a spectacular time at the beach. The waves are calling you, so make your way back to 30A and the rest of South Walton County! While the rest of the country has to deal with freezing temps around the holidays, you can escape off to the warmth of 30A. During your holiday stay, there will be plenty to do, including checking out the local Christmas lights and displays, a regular family tradition that can continue. Take a look at the best spots where you can see 30A Christmas lights:
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Rosemary Beach
30A makes up a good stretch along the southern coast here in South Walton County. This stretch of shoreline features many gorgeous beach communities where you will find a majority of our vacation rentals. One such place is Rosemary Beach that knows how to bring in the holiday cheer with their annual Christmas Tree Light Ceremony. This annual tradition takes place at South Barrett Square and features a wonderful time and celebration. This Rosemary Beach tradition typically takes place the Friday after Thanksgiving each year for a short ceremony that lights up the Christmas tree for all to see. Santa Claus will be on hand to give a helping hand with the ceremony and the Charles Dickens Carolers will perform a myriad of holiday songs. The Christmas lights on the tree are a true spectacle to behold, so do not miss this annual event that starts at 6:00 PM each year. This is one of the biggest Christmas trees in all of 30A, so you are sure to get a great view of hundreds of Christmas lights. After the ceremony is over, continue to explore the rest of Rosemary Beach, where you will find lights hanging high up in the tree branches all around town.
Seaside
Another great neighborhood here in 30A that is sure to offer you a splendid Christmas light viewing is Seaside. Specifically, you will find that Seaside Central Square offers Christmas lights all around it during the holiday season. This is the perfect place for a romantic stroll in the evening for two. Head on over to Airstream Row, where you will find the local amphitheater. Near it is a simple Christmas tree that, while smaller than the one found in Rosemary Beach, still offers plenty of lights to see. The Seaside Neighborhood School also features a Christmas tree with lights found out front that is a joy to see.
Festival of Trees
Each year the community of Grand Boulevard puts on their Festival of Trees event that supports local nonprofits and charities. This annual festival is located at the center courtyard at Grand Park in town and is a giant collection of Christmas trees that are slowly decorated throughout the holiday season. The Festival of Trees typically begins the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and runs all the way up until Christmas Day. The festival is a friendly competition among the local businesses and charities to have the best decorations and lights on their Christmas trees throughout the season. If you visit multiple times during your stay, you will probably notice changes made over time to each tree. The Christmas trees are adorned with plenty of Christmas lights to light up the night sky. Visiting the Festival of Trees is absolutely free, and visitors are able to vote on the People’s Choice Award for best Christmas tree. The festival is open daily from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, allowing you to enjoy this free Christmas light viewing activity.
Watercolor
Another great place to see a giant Christmas tree is over in WaterColor. This community features their Christmas tree with thousands of Christmas lights over at Cerulean Park. Their Christmas tree is a true wonder that stands tall among the other trees in the park. You will find the bright white colors of the Christmas lights will make it easy to find. Don’t forget to explore this gorgeous park after seeing the lights too.
Alys Beach
During the day, Alys Beach features plenty of white sandy beaches and their iconic palm trees towering above. At night, you will find the trees to be wrapped in Christmas lights around the trunks. Additional ornaments and displays can be found as well, making it an ideal spot to visit.
More Fun Here in 30A
Get ready for an unbelievable adventure when you book a stay here in 30A this winter. Our Florida home will provide you with sunny skies and cool crisp temps found nowhere else this time of year. Reach out to us to book your vacation rental in Rosemary Beach and see the holiday lights for yourself!