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November 10, 2026 · 1 min read

What's on 30A: a new spot, Thanksgiving races

Here are a few things worth knowing on 30A this month, from a new place to eat to a holiday morning road closure.

AJ's Grayton Beach

AJ's Grayton Beach has opened at 63 DeFuniak St. in Grayton Beach, in the building that used to be Pandora's. It serves lunch and dinner and has live music. Inside are three bars and two stages, and outside is a patio with a firepit. If you knew the old spot, it's worth a look to see what's changed.

30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races

The 30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races take place Thursday, Nov. 26, in Rosemary Beach. The 10K starts at 7:30 a.m., the 1-mile fun run at 7:35 a.m., and the 5K at 9:30 a.m. Awards and a party follow in North Barrett Square. Packet pickup is Wednesday, Nov. 25, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Big Chill, and there is no pickup on race day.

If you're driving that morning, plan around it. Highway 30A will be closed to all traffic from 7 to 10:30 a.m. between East Water Street in Rosemary Beach and Bridge Lane, just east of The Big Chill. Owners with guests arriving or leaving that morning may want to let them know ahead of time.

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