Join lucky locals and suntanned visitors at NEAT in Alys Beach for Wine & Song every Tuesday from 5 - 7 PM. The stylish corner hot spot on 30A has indoor and outdoor seating under the regal palms of Alys Beach. Enjoy 4 wines for $30 per person or choose a bottle from the Uncorked wine list and enjoy it with your small plate and shareables from open to close.
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Spanning the month of May, Art Month will feature visual, performing, and literary arts programming in diverse formats and in various venues throughout Walton county.
Art Month is an initiative of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County with the purpose to bring communities, organizations and businesses together to present quality arts and entertainment to the community.
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n its 35th year, ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival is planned for May 13th-14th, 2023! Produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and presented by Grand Boulevard Town Center, ArtsQuest provides an opportunity to view and purchase original art from over 100 artists from around the country.
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Named “One of the South’s Standout Food and Beverage Festivals” by USA TODAY and one of the “5 Food and Wine Events Worth Traveling to This Year” by US News & World Report, the 2023 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival will be held April 27 – 30 throughout the Town Center of Grand Boulevard at Sandestin in idyllic South Walton in Northwest Florida.
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The Walton County Tourism Department is partnering with Surf Hut and Okaloosa County to complete a coastal cleanup on Earth Day Saturday, April 29 from 8 - 10 a.m.
Both residents and visitors are encouraged to participate. There will be cleanup contests with fun prizes, free event t-shirts and a free post cleanup breakfast served at some of our favorite local restaurants.
T-shirts and breakfast will be limited in quantity, so make sure to register online and show up on time!
Cleanup Locations include:
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The Courtyard at Pescado is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party and Cocktail Class sponsored by Maker's Mark on May 6, 2023. The party will be from 4PM to 10PM. Enjoy live music by Nathan Fife from 6PM to 10PM and Derby Day dishes and cocktails. The party is open to the public and free to enter.
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Join The Point Washington Medical Clinic to celebrate their 6th birthday and transformation from a pop-up clinic to a stand alone facility!
Metamorphosis will take place Friday, April 14 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. on the Kelly Green in the Alys Beach community. Bring your own chair, but don’t forget your dancing shoes. There will be a cash bar and food trucks on site with delicious offerings available for purchase.
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Join fellow SoWal earth-lovers for an Earth Day Town Hall on Saturday April 22nd from 12 - 3PM in Padgett Park off JD Miller Road in Santa Rosa Beach.
Hear presentations, enjoy demos and displays from the Choctawhatchee Bay Estuary Coalition, and get tours of Walton County's only Community Garden with Satsuma planting by Trees on the Coast. The event is free to attend and family-friendly.
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The Emerald Coast Theatre Company at Grand Boulevard has a schedule for the littles this Summer.
The Mini Player Camps (Ages 5 - 7, rising Kindergartners) are designed specifically for the youngest players. These camps focus on activities that allow students to explore acting, singing, and movement in an energetic, nurturing environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.
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On Saturday, April 15th, The Watersound Origins community will host an Outdoor Adventure Film Night at Village Commons featuring “Ground Swell: The Other Side of Fear” is an in-depth look at the 2021-22 big wave season. Beginning at 7PM, this event is free and open to the public.
Attendees are invited to bring low back chairs or blankets. Coolers are permitted. Pets are not permitted. Event is suggested for those ages 10 and up.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE FILM NIGHT | April 15 @ 7PM
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Havana Beach Bar & Grill in Rosemary Beach has new Brunch and Dinner menus that are an ode to Hemingway’s Havana, celebrating the joy of living, eating and drinking well. The new menus draw inspiration from Ernest Hemingway’s favorite old town Havana haunt, El Floridita, after which the Havana Bar & Grill itself was modeled.
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In South Walton, the sonic landscape is thriving and we’re here to help you navigate it!
Live music is one of our area’s greatest attractions. Rockin’ bands, dynamic duos and soulful solo artists perform at dozens of venues along our beachside strip of paradise all year-round. Whether you're looking for the full weekend experience, a shady place to spend an evening, or a dance floor to showcase your best moves, some spots never fail to feature the best local and regional talent our area has to offer.
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Step into spring 2023 with a song in your heart. Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) announces the lineup for its 2023 Concerts in the Village.
The area’s first live concert series is held each spring on Thursday evenings at the MKAF Dugas Pavilion in Destin. This year’s 28th annual family-friendly series will run from April 20 to June 22. The 10-concert live music series will feature premier regional and national musicians and bands performing everything from classic rock, reggae, and disco to modern pop.
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For sure one of the most magnificent homes on the Gulf Coast, 4 Shore is a soaring three-story luxury home located only two blocks from the white sandy beach. Boasting seven serene bedrooms (each with its very own ensuite bathroom) and a covered private pool, this Santa Rosa Beach oasis was designed with every comfort in mind. There's even a convenient elevator for accessing all the levels with ease. With space for 14 people and plenty of room to spread out separately or hang out together, 4 Shore is your family's exquisite new 30A hideaway.
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Red Fish Taco and Blues Musicians Society present an all day BLUES EVENT Saturday, March 18th from 1PM - 9PM. Featuring wailing guitars, originals, and cover of the Blues Masters, Red Fish invites you to the Blues, Taco & Tequila Fest on St. Patrick's Day weekend. NO COVER!
Blues, Tacos & Tequila Fest - Saturday, March 18 | 1PM - 9PM
1PM: Scott Riggs
3PM: Kelly & The Healers
5PM: Cat Daddy Blues Band
7PM: Prodigal Blues
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Stinky’s Fish Camp will host the 13th Annual Pompano Tournament kickoff party and their 16th Anniversary celebration on April 1st at Stinky’s Bait Shack.
The fishing tournament will be held from April 2-30, 2023. The Stinky’s Pompano Tournament is the longest running fishing tournament in Walton County. The tournament registers over 150 participants - ranging from recreational fisher folks to professionals - locals and visitors alike.
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The Lodge 30A, South Walton's new boutique hotel in Seagrove Beach, is now accepting reservations for spring bookings, with a Grand Opening Offer you won’t want to miss!
Plan an unforgettable beach vacation at The Lodge 30A and enjoy coastal comfort, a private pool, lush natural surroundings, private resort amenities and more – including up to 30% OFF standard rates, when you book your stay between March 2 and May 25, 2023.
Book Online Now >
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Gather your friends for the 9th annual Tea Fore Her on Sunday, March 5th from 12-2pm at The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa!
Enjoy lunch and tea with great company while raising funds for breast cancer patients along the Emerald Coast. During the event there will be a photo booth, silent auction, seated lunch, live music, complimentary glass of champagne, and more. Big hats encouraged for a chance to win "Best Hat" prize.
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