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Concerts in The Village Features Ten Shows April Through June

The Concerts in the Village series returns to the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin. Taking place every Thursday night at 7 PM, from April 21 thru June 23, music-lovers can enjoy a night under the stars featuring local and national acts. Bring a bottle of wine, your favorite craft beer, some delicious snacks and a blanket or chair. Food and drinks available for purchase. For more information and tickets, visit mkaf.org. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Wine & Fries Benefit at Hotel Effie Feb 18

Wine & Fries in partnership with Hotel Effie Sandestin features delicious McDonald’s french fries paired with the perfect wine for a party with a purpose. Enjoy sipping wine, indulging your inner child with fries, and bidding on auction items, all in an effort to continue keeping families close at Ronald McDonald House. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Soiree On The Bay Benefit March 18-19

Enjoy a special spring weekend at a lavish community gathering featuring fine wine, food and spirits on a scenic, captivating estate on the Choctawhatchee Bay, benefiting Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN). Continue reading... What do you think?

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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for November 2021

The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for November 2021, with sales statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. The South Walton real estate market statistics for November 2021 reveal what is happening in the South Walton Real Estate Market. We are seeing continued falling inventory and rising prices in South Walton and Scenic 30A. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Pescado Sunday Brunch & Live Music January Schedule

Excellent food, inspiring tunes and amazing Gulf vistas are the perfect way to start a Sunday in SoWal! Continue reading... What do you think?

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Monthly Music on Main Concert Series for 2022

Main Street DeFuniak Springs is bringing back its family-friendly Music on Main concert series in an intimate and historic space. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Swamp Writer Festival Jan 13-16 at Stinky's Fish Camp

The 12th annual Swamp Writer Music Festival will take place January 13-16, 2022 in Dune Allen Beach on the west end of Scenic 30A. Continue reading... What do you think?

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January Music Lineup at The Bay: Restaurant, Bar & Beach

January is the premier month for live music in South Walton. The 30A Songwriters Festival is a tidal wave of tunes and venues in SoWal have a ton of live music all month. See our constantly updated SoWal Events Calendar for the latest info. Continue reading... What do you think?

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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Seagar's

Ring in the New Year in style at Northwest Florida’s only AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse. Join Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa for a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration featuring Bobby Van Deusen on the Baby Grand and a live performance by the Marino Quartet Band. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Wine & Song at NEAT This Week Dec 28-31

Join NEAT in Alys Beach for a special week-long Wine & Song on December 28 - 31 from 5 - 8 PM. Enjoy 4 wines for $50 per person or choose a bottle from the Uncorked wine list and enjoy it with your small plate and shareables from open to close. Henry's Food Truck will be serving wood fired pizza each night.December Schedule28 | Al Alvarado29 | Chris Alvarado30 | Mari Gleason31 | Tris WeeksNEAT is a unique bottle shop and tasting room in Alys Beach, Florida. Continue reading... What do you think?

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The St. Joe Community Foundation 2021 Grants Top $4.4 Million

The St. Joe Community Foundation has approved grants totaling more than $4.4 million in 2021 to be paid to local non-profit organizations, the highest for a single year since its inception in 1999. Additionally, the Foundation created the No Ordinary JOE Scholarship program which will provide scholarships to three students from every Bay and Walton County public high school beginning in 2022. Continue reading... What do you think?

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New Year's Eve & First Day Celebrations at Hotel Effie Sandestin

Looking for a first-class New Year's Eve Experience with dining, dancing, champagne and accommodations? You can have it all at the newly-opened Hotel Effie Sandestin at the Sandest Golf & Beach Resort. And see further below for the ultimate, $15,000 over-the-top extravaganza! Continue reading... What do you think?

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Sandestin Wine Festival Apr 7-10

The 35th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival at the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort will take place April 7-10, 2022. Buy tickets online > Continue reading... What do you think?

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South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival Apr 21-24

Tickets are on sale now for South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival, taking place April 21 – April 24, 2022, in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin*. With more than 600 quality wines to taste over four days, the annual award-winning charity event delivers a wine experience unparalleled among Northwest Florida wine festivals. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for October 2021

The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for October 2021, with sales statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. The South Walton real estate market statistics for October 2021 reveal what is happening in the South Walton Real Estate Market. We are seeing continued falling inventory and rising prices in South Walton and Scenic 30A. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Breakfast with Santa at Old Florida Fish House Dec 23 & 24 and New Year's Eve Celebration

Santa is coming to Old Florida Fish House! Join in the fun on December 23rd and 24th as the jolly man himself visits from 9 - 11 a.m. Take photos with Old Saint Nick as you enjoy such popular breakfast items as French toast and pancakes or spice up your morning with a southern benedict, shrimp and grits, and more! Continue reading... What do you think?

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FOOW at WaterColor Inn Christmas Eve & Day Dinner & New Year's Eve Celebration

Celebrate the holiday season with a side of Gulf views and great food at FOOW- Fish Out of Water at WaterColor Inn on Friday, December 24th and Saturday, December 25th from 4-9 p.m. each day! Continue reading... What do you think?

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Dancing, Dining and Daiquiris at Red Fish Taco

Celebrating all that our “30A beach vibe” has to offer - resident musicians, fresh catch seafood, and area artists (check out local legend Bryan Hand’s barroom mural) - Red Fish Taco (RFT) prides itself on delicious food and cocktails, great music, and good times set in a casual yet eclectic atmosphere. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Baytowne Countdown New Year's Eve

You don't want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf's end-of-the-year celebration! Ring in the New Year with an evening to remember, with two breathtaking fireworks displays at 8pm & midnight. Enjoy a family-friendly evening from 6pm-8pm with face painting, kids activities, and LIVE music from DJ Vladi on the Baytowne LIVE stage. Finish off the family-friendly evening with the first fireworks display at 8pm. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Red Fish Taco Tacky Sweater Party with Forrest Williams Band Dec 16

Deck the halls, don your gay apparel, and get ready to jingle around the clock. It's time to celebrate the season at Red Fish Taco's Tacky Sweater Party on Thursday, December 16th. Party in Santa Claus style with the Forrest Williams Band from 6-9PM. Enjoy ladies night and the happy hour menu. Continue reading... What do you think?

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SWFD Polar Bear Plunge Jan 1

Make a splash on New Year's Day! The South Walton Fire District will host the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Ed Walline Regional Beach Access across from Gulf Place Town Center. Continue reading... What do you think?

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33rd Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival Feb 19

The Village of Baytowne Wharf & Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort announces great gumbo paired with first-rate family fun at the Gulf Coast’s favorite winter food event – the 33rd Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, held on Saturday, February 19th at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Continue reading... What do you think?

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SoWal Insider's Guide to 30A Songwriters Festival 2022

The 30A Songwriters Festival returns to South Walton January 14-17, 2022, with a stellar group of artists on the schedule. Headliners represent a range of music genres, including Brothers of a Feather featuring Chris & Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes, Emmylou Harris, Mavis Staples, Dawes, Jenny Lewis, and Rickie Lee Jones. Buy Tickets Online > Continue reading... What do you think?

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SoWal Weekend Farmers Markets

Every Saturday and Sunday morning in SoWal we have a great collection of Farmers Markets featuring fresh produce, ready-made foods, crafts and more! Keep an eye on the SoWal Events Calendar for the most current info on days & times, subject to change throughout the year. Our latest SoWal List features fun Farmers Markets for the whole family. Continue reading... What do you think?

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Watersound Club and Camp Creek Golf Updates & Info

The Watersound Camp Creek community is St. Joe’s newest residential development. We recently took a tour of all the exciting new construction happening adjacent the community at Watersound Club and Camp Creek Golf Club. Continue reading... What do you think?

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