Seaside Holiday Parade and Turn on the Town

The afternoon starts with a parade along Scenic Highway 30A, followed by an Emerald Coast Theatre Company performance at Krier Plaza. Then everyone gathers at the Seaside Amphitheater for the lighting of the town. Santa takes photos at the Christmas Village until 8 p.m. Parking on 30A fills quickly on Thanksgiving weekend, so arrive early or bike in. Stick around Central Square for dinner, and note that the night before brings a holiday movie night in the square.