Spectacular Ways to Spend Christmas on 30A
Sandy shores and beach days may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the holidays, but spending some time on the water can be a delightfully refreshing way to end your year! Christmas on 30A is magical; what it lacks in snow, it makes up for in festive holiday events and cheerful celebrations.
Looking to change up your holiday traditions this year and spend some soaking in the sunshine on 30A? That’s great news. Spending Christmas on 30A is the best choice this holiday season! Let’s explore our favorite ways to celebrate Christmas and other holidays on 30A this winter!
S’mores with Santa
December 14th, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, December 21st, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Mmm, cooking s’mores with Santa sounds like a great time to us! Come roast a s’more and take complimentary photos with Santa on South Barrett Square.
Baytowne on Ice
Thursday, October 31st - Saturday, February 8th
Lace-up your skates and get ready for Baytowne on Ice! If you’re missing that classic icy chill surrounding the holidays, getting on the ice rink is the perfect solution.
You can take your kids along, too—just keep in mind that skaters must be three and up, and an adult must accompany those under 6.
The REP: Every Christmas Story Ever Told
Location: Seaside Post Office
11:00 AM || December 1, 6-8, 13-15, and 18-23
There’s no better way to spend Christmas on 30A than to hear every Christmas Story Ever Told, right? Sounds like the perfect all-encompassing activity for this time of year!
The talented actors from REP Theatre skillfully combine all of your favorite Christmas characters in this playful show. They’re armed with an overabundance of costumes and stories and take on characters from Charles Dickens and Dr. Seuss to Jimmy Stewart and Chewbacca. Pull up some chairs at the Seaside Post Office and prepare to take in this spectacle. We can promise you’ll be more than entertained!
Winter Wonder WaterSound
December 8th, 1 PM – 8 PM
It’s a bit of a tongue twister to say, and a blast to attend! Celebrate the holidays on 30A at Winter Wonder WaterSound! There’s a lot happening at this free Christmastime event. Enjoy an improv show at the Repertory Theatre and live music from Weston T. Hine.
Plus, your kiddos can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and there are artists onsite for balloon art and face painting! It truly is a winter wonderland. Cap off the night with a screening of Elf—what else could you need from a holiday celebration?!
Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Hotel Effie's Ovide
December 14th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
You’ve left out milk and cookies for his late-night snack, but have you ever thought about having breakfast with Santa? Now you can, at Hotel Effie’s signature restaurant Ovide! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for a delightful meal, and get ready for some photos!
This festive event makes for some great photo ops, too. You’ll love the delicious food, and your kids won’t soon forget the meal they shared with Santa!
Santa’s Camp Christmas at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Dec. 13th, 4 – 8 PM, Dec. 14th, 3 – 8 PM
Christmas at camp?! One of 30A’s beloved state parks, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, is celebrating the season this year with Santa’s Camp Christmas in the park.
Enjoy the outdoors and celebrate the season with crafts, music, and, of course, holiday food. There’s even a Polar Express running until 7 PM each night that will take your kiddos past Santa’s workshop to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the North Pole!
Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf
Sunday, December 1st - Tuesday, December 31st at 6 PM, 7 PM, and 8 PM
Baytowne Wharf puts on three magical Christmas lights shows every single night of December! This classic holiday event on the Event Plaza Lawn is completely free and runs throughout the whole month. Experience the joy of a Christmas lights show with your family!
New Years on 30A
After Christmas on 30A comes New Year’s Eve. How will you ring in 2025?! If you don't have plans yet, consider this favorite holiday event on 30A:
The Courtyard at Pescado New Year’s Eve Party
December 31st, 8 PM – 12:30 AM
A DJ, cocktails, cheese and charcuterie, and a night full of dancing and laughter—we can’t think of a more exciting way to end the year! The 80’s disco party will be grooving from 8:00 PM until 12:30 AM, so you’ll have ample time to get out on the dance floor and take in the sounds of DJ Angel. Ring in the new year right on 30A!
Spend a Magical Holiday in a Royal Destinations Rental!
There’s no better place to return home after a thrilling holiday adventure than a Royal Destinations Rental. Whether your Christmas on 30A is filled with family and cheer or you’re spending a quieter holiday with those closest to you, our vacation rentals are here to fit your every need.
What’s most important to you on a holiday getaway? If you want to cozy up in a rental with a lake view or a home right on the Gulf, we have a wide array of luxury rentals available. Stay in one of our pet-friendly rentals so that you can bring the whole family along, even your four-legged members!
No matter which rentals of ours you choose to stay in, you’re sure to have a blast when you spend Christmas on 30A. Browse our available vacation rentals now and book your holiday vacation on 30A directly with Royal Destinations!