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Old Florida Fish House in Seagrove welcomes back acclaimed singer-songwriter and actor Charles Esten for a Lakeside performance on Saturday, May 16th at 6PM.
Purchase Tickets TODAY: Charles Esten at OFFH
Known for his role on "Nashville" and his impressive catalog of original music, Charles brings his soulful sound to the beautiful setting of Old Florida Fish House.
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Get ready to jam for a cause May 9th, 2026, as DwightFest takes over the beautiful Watersound Pavilion at Watersound Town Center on the east end of SoWal!
The music rolls from 3 PM to 8 PM, showcasing an incredible lineup of live music that you won’t want to miss. Featured artists include:
Sam Bush and the Sam Band
Dread Clampitt
Waco Ramblers
Duke and TK Bardwell
Saunders Boyz
A Cause Close to Heart
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The vibrant greens of the golf links at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in SoWal are calling for a cause that supports our four-legged friends.
The 5th Annual FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament, presented by Sandestin Investments, returns to The Links Golf Club at Sandestin on Saturday, May 9, 2026. This fan-favorite scramble offers a competitive yet lighthearted way to support local animal rescue efforts.
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Step in to your flip-flops and leave the car keys behind because South Walton's unique music venue by the beach has leveled up!
Topeka, a national leader in destination-based music vacations, is celebrating five years of coastal concerts with a major transformation of its venue just off the Gulf, ensuring the "no lines" philosophy is smoother than ever for the 2026 season.
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Celebrating The Donation Of 2,295 Acres For The Choctawhatchee River Delta Preserve In Walton County
Celebrating the donation of 2,295 acres for the Choctawhatchee River Delta Preserve in Walton County, there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 9, at 10 a.m.
Hosted by the Northwest Florida Water Management District and The Nature Conservancy, the event will take place at 87 Pitts Bayshore Drive in Freeport. Officials and partners will gather to commemorate the preservation of this significant tract of land along the Choctawhatchee River and Bay.
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Get your lines ready—something exciting is coming to SoWal: the first-ever Battle of the Bayou Fishing Tournament, benefiting Point Washington Medical Clinic - it's a brand-new fundraising event benefiting the free, volunteer-driven primary care clinic serving uninsured and underinsured residents across the Florida Panhandle.
Get tickets/register online.
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As the warm April breeze settles over the coast, the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival is ready to pour out another world-class weekend of discovery. From April 23–26, 2026, Grand Boulevard’s Town Center transforms into a vibrant celebration of flavor, bringing together dozens of celebrity winemakers, master distillers, and regional chefs for an unforgettable four-day extravaganza.
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Walton County is officially shifting gears on its beach-access strategy with the launch of its first paid parking program. Set to take effect on April 3, 2026, the initiative aims to fund public services and maintain infrastructure while encouraging a "park once" approach through an expanded tram system.
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The tradition continues! Join Red Fish Taco at their annual Good Friday Crawfish Boil on Friday, April 3rd from 4:30 - 9PM. Expect piles of hot, spicy crawfish and live music that keeps the good vibes rollin’. Invite your friends and bring the whole crew — because everyone has a seat at Red Fish Taco.
Live Music
4PM: Kylie Miller
6PM: Black Creek String Band
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Join the SoWal community at Alys Beach on Good Friday, April 3rd, for the annual Good Friday Crawfish Boil, featuring a refined take on a Gulf Coast tradition. Enjoy steamed crawfish with all the fixings, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and turning up the energy with live music at Central Park from 4-7PM.
Purchase tickets TODAY for this family-friendly event: Alys Good Friday Crawfish Boil
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Celebrate Easter with Hilton Sandestin! Bring the whole crew on Friday, April 3rd for family fun. Be sure to return on Saturday, April 4th for the complimentary Egg Hunt. Events are open to the public.
Friday, April 3 | 2-4PM
Hosted in the Lobby, participate in the coloring contest and sweet treat jar guessing. Winners will be announced April 4th.
Saturday, April 4 | 12PM & 12:30PM
Complimentary Egg Hunt at the Veranda.
12PM: Ages 5 & under.
12:30PM: Ages 6-12.
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Friendship, love, and small-town dreams take center stage as Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) closes its thirteenth season with Mystic Pizza. The beloved coming-of-age story runs from April 30 through May 17, with performances scheduled Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and matinees on Wednesdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. at ECTC’s theater in Grand Boulevard at Miramar Beach.
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The 2nd Annual Reeling in the Emerald Coast - Conservation Day is coming to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This free family event, hosted by the park and Walton County 4-H, combines outdoor adventure with hands-on learning for the next generation of coastal stewards.
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Get ready to kick off your shoes and dive into a weekend of bay-front rhythms and savory coastal flavors in SoWal's North Beach at the foot of the 331 bridge in Santa Rosa Beach.
The first-ever Smoke, Salt & Sound Festival is officially hitting the shores of South Walton this April 3–5, bringing a sunny, sandy three-day celebration to North Beach Social and The Bay. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or a little Easter magic, this free community event is shaping up to be a standout weekend in South Walton.
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Smash Mouth live kicks off the season of MKAF’s Concerts in the Village Thursday, April 9th!
Gates open at 6 p.m. with concerts beginning at 7 p.m. for this come-as-you-are family-friendly outdoor concert series. Bring a lawn chair, picnic, wine, or purchase food and beverages on-site prepared by featured restaurants and food trucks.
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