SoWal Stories
SWFD Junior Lifeguard Program Registration Begins April 8
February 15, 2022
Save the date for the 2022 SWFD Junior Lifeguard Program.
Spectacular Coastal Dune Lakes of South Walton
February 11, 2022
True Coastal Dune Lakes occur in only a few places around the world, but
33rd Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival Feb 19
February 4, 2022
The Village of Baytowne Wharf &
Seaside School Race Weekend Feb 18-20
February 4, 2022
The Seaside School Half Marathon + 5K
Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park Feb 12
February 4, 2022
The Friends of Eden Garde
Sinfonia Crescendo! Feb 25-27
February 2, 2022
Crescendo! is an exciting cultural extravaganza to benefit Sinfonia Gulf
Underwater Museum Of Art To Add Ten New Sculptures
January 31, 2022
The Cultural Arts Al
Baytowne Wednesday Night Concert Series
January 31, 2022
On the bay in Sandestin Golf
Courtyard at Pescado Evening Music Lineup
January 31, 2022
Come out to The Courtyard at Pescado in Rosemary Beach for cocktails and live music from...
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for December 2021
January 31, 2022
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Fish Out of Water Brunch & Live Music Every Sunday
January 26, 2022
Fish Out of Water, located at Watercol
Wine & Fries Benefit at Hotel Effie Feb 18
January 24, 2022
Wine & Fries in partnership with H
Soiree On The Bay Benefit March 18-19
January 19, 2022
Enjoy a special spring weekend at a lavish community gathering featuring fine wine, food...
School Calendars for 2021-2022
January 19, 2022
Here is the 2021-2022 School Calendar from Visit Sout
The 30A Gallery Trail - Must Visit Artists in South Walton FL
January 15, 2022
South Walton has always attracted creative types who are drawn to our san
SoWal Insider's Guide to 30A Songwriters Festival 2022
January 9, 2022
The 30A Songwriters Festival returns to South Walton January 14-17, 2022,
Pescado Brunch & Live Music Every Sunday
January 6, 2022
Excellent food, inspiring tunes and amazing Gulf vistas are the perfect w
Swamp Writer Festival Jan 13-16 at Stinky's Fish Camp
January 5, 2022
The 12th annual Swamp Writer Music Festival wil
January Music Lineup at The Bay: Restaurant, Bar & Beach
January 2, 2022
January is the premier month for live music in South Walton.
Volunteer Opportunities in South Walton
January 1, 2022
We are blessed with a caring and giving community.
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Seagar's
December 31, 2021
Ring in the New Year in style at Northwest Florida’s only AAA Four-Diamon
Annual Events and Festivals in South Walton
December 28, 2021
South Walton has something great going on every month of the year, and every wee
SWFD Polar Bear Plunge Jan 1
December 27, 2021
Make a splash on New Year's Day!
Baytowne Countdown New Year's Eve
December 27, 2021
You don't want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf's end-of-the-year ce
FOOW at WaterColor New Year's Eve Dinner & Celebration
December 27, 2021
Ring in 2022 with a multi-course dinner, champagne, and a night full of memories at
New Year's Eve Celebration at Old Florida Fish House
December 27, 2021
Join all SoWal merry makers at Old Florida Fish House on Eastern Lake in
New Year's Eve & First Day Celebrations at Hotel Effie Sandestin
December 27, 2021
Looking for a first-class New Year's Eve Experience with dining, dancing, champagne and...
New Year's Eve Celebrations at Pescado and The Courtyard at Pescado
December 27, 2021
Pescado Seafood Grill
Wine & Song at NEAT This Week Dec 28-31
December 27, 2021
Join NEAT in
Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals: Managing Vacation Properties Through the Decades
December 27, 2021
To say Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals is hands on, and up close and p
Dancing, Dining and Daiquiris at Red Fish Taco
December 27, 2021
Celebrating all that our “30A beach vibe” has to offer - resid
The St. Joe Community Foundation 2021 Grants Top $4.4 Million
December 26, 2021
The St.
Dazzling December at The Village of Baytowne Wharf
December 24, 2021
This December enjoy a festive light show in The Village of Baytowne Wharf every Wednesd
Sandestin Wine Festival Apr 7-10
December 21, 2021
The 35th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival at the
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for November 2021
December 21, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for October 2021
December 18, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Sinfonia Gulf Coast Launches 16th Season for 2021-2022
December 16, 2021
Keeping the tempo at the forefront of the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene
Red Fish Taco Tacky Sweater Party with Forrest Williams Band Dec 16
December 7, 2021
Deck the halls, don your gay apparel, and get ready to jingle around the
Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach May 13-14, 2022 Call for Artists
December 2, 2021
The Alys Foundation has begun the ca
Santa's coming to North Beach Social Dec 6
December 2, 2021
You better watch out, you better not cry...
Grayt Lights Holiday Party at Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse Dec 12
December 2, 2021
Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse is hosting a Grayton Beach Block Party a
Every Christmas Story Ever Told at Watersound Town Center Dec 4
December 1, 2021
Join the The REP for a magical holiday tradition of Every Christmas Story Ever Told in...
Rosemary Beach Holiday Tour of Homes Benefit Dec 4
December 1, 2021
Mark your calendars for the Holiday Home Tour on Saturday, December 4th in the community...
Brunch with Santa on December 4th
December 1, 2021
Food For Thought is welcoming the holiday season with its much-loved event - Brunch with...
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides at Grand Boulevard Fridays & Saturdays
December 1, 2021
Tis' the season to be jolly!
Merry Main Street In Downtown DeFuniak Springs Begins Nov 27
November 21, 2021
Main Street DeFuniak Springs hosts the town's annual holiday festivities, Merry Main
Summer Haze Music Festival - Winter Edition at Gulf Place Nov 20
November 11, 2021
Southern Sound Music Alliance presents the Summer Haze Music Festival - Winter Edition on...
2022 Underwater Museum of Art Call To Artists
November 8, 2021
The Cultural Arts Al
Flutterby Arts Festival & Events at Watersound Origins Nov 12-14
November 7, 2021
The Cultural
Beau Interiors 5th Annual Christmas Open House & Benefit Nov 14
November 7, 2021
Beau Interiors in
Harvest Wine & Food Festival at WaterColor Nov 4-7
November 5, 2021
Destin Charity Wine A
Mountainfilm on Tour at WaterColor Nov 5-6
November 5, 2021
Resort Resale Continues Excellent Furniture & Home Decor Consignment With New Owners
November 2, 2021
For nearly 14 years, Resort Resale on Hwy 98 in SoWal has been an excel
9th Annual Fore Her Golf Outing Oct 29
October 28, 2021
Get teed up for a day of golf at the 9th Annual
26th Annual MKAF Destin Festival of the Arts Oct 30-31
October 28, 2021
Known as one of Northwest Florida’s premier fine arts shows, the MKAF Des
Run Watersound 5K & Film Festival Oct 30 & 31
October 28, 2021
The first ever Run Watersound 5K & Film Festival is a two-day event
Sunny Fall Saturday Mornings At Main Street DeFuniak Springs Farmers Market
October 27, 2021
Saturday mornings in the Fall are perfect on the sunny Main Street in DeF
Major New Projects In The Works For St. Joe Hospitality
October 22, 2021
The St.
SoWal Style: Classic Grayton Cottage Overlooking State Park Dunes & Gulf
October 21, 2021
If you want to experience the authentic Grayton Beach vibe you can't do any better then...
Hilton Sandestin Beach New Culinary Team Brings Energy & Experience
October 19, 2021
New in SoWal: Weekend Jazz Brunches at Ovide in Hotel Effie at Sandestin
October 18, 2021
Ovide, the signature restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Hugh Ac
Condé Nast Traveler Readers Rate The Pearl Hotel Top 15
October 18, 2021
Condé Nast Traveler has published its annual Readers’ Choice Awards wit
The Market Shops Sixth Annual Bloody Mary Festival Oct 23
October 17, 2021
On Saturday, October 23,
Eggs On the Beach Cooking Competition at Seascape Oct 16
October 16, 2021
The Emerald Coast’s official Big Green Egg EggFest cooking competition, Eggs on the Beach...
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for August 2021
October 15, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for September 2021
October 15, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
SoWal International Coastal Cleanup 2021 Results
October 10, 2021
ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival Returns to Grand Boulevard Oct 9-10
October 9, 2021
In its 33rd year, the ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival is scheduled to return
Publix and More Commercial Coming to Watersound Town Center - Updated
October 8, 2021
The St.
Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest Oct 8-9
October 3, 2021
Time to roll out the barrel and discover unique suds & ales!
Watersound Farmers Market Happens Every Saturday
October 1, 2021
The Watersound Town Center is growing ra
DeFuniak Springs Oktoberfest & RUN/SUP Competition Oct 2
October 1, 2021
Main Street DeFuniak Springs is set to host its inaugural
Emerald Coast Theatre Company Special Events for 2021-2022 Season
September 23, 2021
Don’t be like the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland.
Alaqua Animal Refuge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Opens
September 23, 2021
Alaqua Animal Refuge announced toda
Harvest Moon Celebration at Eden Gardens State Park Sep 23
September 23, 2021
Harvest Moon at Eden Gardens State Park
Seaside Pavilions are Unique Gateways to Beach Bliss
September 15, 2021
If you’ve ever driven down Scenic 30A through Seaside, then chances are y
Patriot’s Run & Paddle at WaterColor Sep 11
September 10, 2021
Registration for the event is now open for Patriot’s Run & Paddle in
Global, Regional and Local Businesses Opening in Grand Boulevard
September 2, 2021
With three new businesses opening and several more in the queue, Grand Boulevard office...
AJ's End of Summer Labor Day Concert For Hurricane Ida Relief
September 1, 2021
Come on down to AJ
One Ocean Film Tour at Watersound Origins Sep 17-18
August 27, 2021
Enjoy a night of inspiring ocean themed films under the stars.
The Story of Seaside, Florida
August 27, 2021
Ever wonder how the town of Seaside, Florida began?
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for July 2021
August 15, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Visit South Walton Spring 2021 Visitor Tracking Study
August 6, 2021
The recent Spring 2021 Visitor Tracking Study by
Angelina's Pizzeria and Pasta: That's Amore
August 2, 2021
So many years of quality service, so many pizzas!
Central Square Records in Seaside Shares the Passion
July 30, 2021
Central Square Records in
Rise & Shine Breakfast Spots in SoWal
July 30, 2021
Wake up early for a fabulous SoWal sunrise then treat yourself
Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches 9th Season
July 22, 2021
With its ninth annual season
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for June 2021
July 22, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
Free Admission to SoWal State Parks Summer 2021
July 15, 2021
Hit the beach or hit the trail - it's on us!
Fall MKAF Concerts in the Village 2021 Schedule
July 13, 2021
On September 9th, the Mattie Ke
Coastal Dune Lakes Clean-Up Day July 21
July 8, 2021
Join our South Walton community on July 21st to help clean up our precious
Paddle at the Park in Destin Aug 21
July 6, 2021
Formerly known as Paddle at the Porch, now in its 9th year, the annual event is
Rainy Day Activities in South Walton
July 5, 2021
The beach is a wash and the sun is taking a vacation - what to do on a ra
Where To See 4th of July Fireworks In The South Walton Area 2021
July 4, 2021
Every year during the first week of July folks flock to SoWal for sun, sand, surf and...
Sip, Sip, Hooray! B.F.F. Serves Frozens Everyday
June 26, 2021
The heat is ON in South Walton.
South Walton Beach Accesses ADA Accessibility
June 22, 2021
Here are the details from our complete South Walton &am
Santa Clara Regional Beach Access Reopens After Rebuild
June 18, 2021
Santa Clara Regional Beach Access has re
How to Do Seaside - Park & Ride on the Free Shuttle
June 15, 2021
The next time you think about visiting Seaside, think again ...
Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for May 2021
May 30, 2021
The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County incl
