30A Farmers Markets

Some of the best shopping on 30A happens at the local Farmers Markets held weekly all year-round. From locally grown fruits and vegetables to fantastic homemade breads, treats and goodies, there is no better way to spend your morning or early afternoon than sampling all the wonderful offerings. Whether you are into freshly made tuna dip, local honey, or homemade doggie treats, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

There is always a Farmers Market going on somewhere:

The Seaside Farmers Market takes place every Saturday year-round from 9:00am - 1:00pm right in the Seaside Town center

30A Farmers Market at Rosemary Beach is located in the Town Center East end and open Sundays year-round, and on Thursdays Memorial Day through Labor Day. Hours are 9:00am - 1:00pm.

And just a little off the 30A path is the Grand Boulevard Market in San Destin North of 98 in Miramar Beach on the West side of 30A. This market is open Saturdays year-round from 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Head West on 98 and you’ll find The Grand Lagoon Waterfront Farmers Market at 5551 Thomas Drive in Panama City, open Saturdays from 8:00am - 1:00pm and Sundays from 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Have Fun & Enjoy!

Enjoy Some 30A Fun in The Sun All Summer Long

Visitors are naturally drawn to the beautiful beaches and balmy summer days when booking a getaway on Highway 30A, but it doesn’t take long to figure out that there is much more fun and adventure to be had down this way. There is literally something for everyone to enjoy all summer long.  

Here are a few of the fun summer events you might want to plan your stay around:

·       Billy Bow Legs Pirate Festival June 2-3 (parade on the 5^th) Fort Walton Beach - One of the nation’s longest running most popular pirate festivals, this is a fantastically fun family event.

·       15^th Annual Blue Marlin Classic June 21-25 - The Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin has set the precedent for world-class, million-dollar, sport fishing tournaments. Lots of food and fun for the whole family.

·       July 4th Celebrations - July Fourth is a deep-rooted local tradition. From all-day beach parties to symphonies and fireworks shows, this is one of the busiest weekends on 30A. Be sure and catch the Annual Parade that struts right down the center of 30A every year.

·       Alys Beach 5K & Fun Run Sept 3 - The course winds through the town and ends with an oversized obstacle course for kids of all ages. Music, food and beverages will be available for purchase in the Amphitheater.

Plus, there are wonderful weekly events that take place all summer long:

·       30A Farmer's Market - Every Sunday between June 1 - 30, 9:00am - 1:00 pm. Rosemary Beach Community, Town Center Thursdays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

·       Gulf Place Third Thursday Wine Walkabout - Every Thursday, Sunday between June 1 - 28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Gulf Place Town Center.

·       First Friday ArtWalk - The first Friday of each month starting in May, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Quincy Circle Seaside.

·       Seaside Farmer's Market - Every Tuesday, Saturday between June 3 - 30, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Seaside Amphitheater.

So, whether you just want to come down and bask in the summer sun or join in on all the fun, come on down to 30A this summer, one visit and I promise you will not want to go home!

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