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Celebrating The Season At The Village Of Baytowne Wharf In Sandestin
Celebrate the season with music, merriment and a touch of Santa magic at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort’s Wednesday Night Concert Series: Holiday Edition, happening Dec. 3, 10 and 17 from 6-8 p.m. at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Each week, the Events Plaza will come alive with festive performances of classic holiday tunes, sing-along favorites and seasonal cheer. Families can also enjoy visits with Santa during every concert, creating the perfect opportunity for holiday photos and memorable moments. What: Baytowne Wharf Here Comes Santa Claus Continue reading...
Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas Events
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin celebrates every year with an impressive line-up of events for the holiday season. Included this year are Grand Boulevard’s signature holiday celebrations, the popular Hometown Holiday Parade & Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration, and numerous festive, family-friendly activities. These events are open to the public at no cost. Continue reading...
"The Paper Bear" Set For Theatrical Debut Dec 4-6 At Historic Florida Chautauqua Theatre
The Paper Bear, a feature-length film and conservation initiative by The Paper Bear nonprofit, will officially begin its Florida theatrical run at one of the state’s most beloved cultural institutions: the Florida Chautauqua Theater. Screenings will take place December 4–6, marking the first opportunity for Florida audiences to experience the award-winning conservation film on the big screen. Continue reading...
Sinfonia Gulf Coast Celebrates The Season With Three Festive Holiday Concerts
Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues to celebrate its 20th anniversary season with a trio of festive performances that promise to fill the holidays with harmony, heart, and community spirit. From a glamorous Broadway brunch to a full orchestral spectacular and a showcase of young talent, these concerts capture the joy of the season and the magic of live music. Continue reading...
Pescado Seafood Grill Wine Dinner Benefit Dec 11 In Rosemary Beach
Join us in Rosemary Beach for an unforgettable evening as JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery and Pescado, partner with Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) for an exclusive multi-course Charity Wine Dinner. An Evening of Fine Wine & Giving Back at Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar on Thursday, December 11th at 6pm - JUSTIN Vineyards Charity Wine Dinner Benefiting Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) at Pescado, Rosemary Beach with Moriah Giguere. Continue reading...
Free Performances Of "A Christmas Carol" At Seaside's Post Office
This holiday season, experience the magic of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic like never before! Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) proudly presents a forty five minute adaptation by Nathanael Fisher of A Christmas Carol. The fast-paced, family-friendly retelling of the beloved tale is performed at Seaside’s post office in central square on November 30, December 5-7, 13-14, and 18-23. All performances are free to the public and begin at 11 a.m. Continue reading...
Sinfonia Gulf Coast's 20th Season Schedule Showcases Diverse Talent
Sinfonia Gulf Coast has an excellent schedule of music for all ages for the 2025-2026 season! Purchase tickets at www.sinfoniagulfcoast.org. Sinfonia Gulf Coast was founded in 2005 on Florida’s Northwest Gulf Coast with the mission of redefining the symphony experience. Under the guidance of founder and Music Director Demetrius Fuller and a dedicated board of directors, the nonprofit orchestra is dedicated to curating innovative musical programming, designed to entertain, educate and inspire the community. Continue reading...
Coastal Dune Lakes Paddle Cleanup Oct 31
Join the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance for a Coastal Dune Lakes Paddle Clean-Up on Eastern Lake. Beginning at 9AM on October 31st at the Eastern Lake Boat Ramp on Lakeview Drive, attendees are encouraged to bring their paddle craft and personal safety gear. A very few kayaks will be available to first comers. Please RSVP to CBA@nwfsc.edu. Do not forget your water bottle, sunscreen, hat and bugspray. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided. Continue reading...
Tucker Bayou In Point Washington At The Center Of South Walton History
While in South Walton, be sure to stray a bit off the beach and visit Eden Gardens State Park in Point Washington on Tucker Bayou. It's a beautiful slice of old Florida and the historic Wesley Mansion sits on the grounds of the park and is open for tours. We can trace the Wesley family’s shared history with Tucker Bayou and the surrounding community to the late 1800s when they arrived in Point Washington around 1885. Continue reading...
Point Washington Medical Clinic Harvest Moon Celebration Sep 26 & 27
This year’s Harvest Moon Celebration, in its 8th year, will present a series of thoughtfully-curated events including Harvest Moon Yoga, Harvest Moon Dinner and Harvest Moon Social Club over two days beginning Friday, September 26th through Saturday evening September 27th to benefit the Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC), a donation-based healthcare clinic serving patients regardless of their financial limitations. Continue reading...
Seaside Institute Celebrates Marieanne Khoury-Vogt and Erik Vogt as the 2026 Seaside Prize Recipients
The Seaside Institute has announced Marieanne Khoury-Vogt and Erik Vogt as the recipients of the prestigious 2026 Seaside Prize, which is awarded annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of architecture, urban planning, and community development. The celebration will take place the weekend of February 6 through February 8, 2026, with a variety of events and symposia focused on resiliency, sustainability, and legacy. Continue reading...
Anchors Away! Celebrate Freeport's Maritime History With Art & Music Sep 18
The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) invites the community to a festive evening at the Shipyard Marina at 116 Shipyard Rd. on Thursday, September 18, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. for the “Anchors Away” artistic anchor preview event. The free, family-friendly gathering provides a sneak peek of the first round of completed artist-decorated anchors from the “Anchored in Freeport” creative placemaking project, a new extension of the CAA’s Art in Public Spaces program. Continue reading...
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