Food

The beach is a wash and the sun is taking a vacation - what to do on a rainy day in South Walton, Florida when the kids are restless and you're looking for indoor activities?

In the glitzy world of coastal dining, it is easy to get caught up in high-end expectations, minimalist plating, and steep checks. But as many families discover when vacationing in SoWal, nothing quite compares to the comforting embrace of a true mom-and-pop landmark that locals love.

Summer is officially upon us, and Alys Beach invites locals & visitors to celebrate the season with upcoming events inspired by wellness, connection, and the magic of summer. Whether you're looking to reset and recharge through movement or gather with family and friends for an evening of coastal traditions, we hope you'll join in welcoming the season ahead. 

Flow Into Summer

June 20, 8-10AM | Town Center

North Beach on the bay is the place for Live Music this summer at North Beach Social, at the foot of the 331 bridge. Chef Jim Shirley brings live music along with excellent dining, white-sand beaches, and full bars on both side of Hwy 331.

Just to the east of SoWal in Panama City Beach, Dolly Parton has brought a large dose of swashbuckling excitement, and you are invited to trade your beach towel for a pirate hat.

If you are looking for an action-packed escape that takes family entertainment to a whole new level, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Panama City Beach is delivering a legendary coastal spectacle that you truly have to see to believe.

While many know Chef Jim Shirley as one of the most successful business owners in South Walton, few truly know the quiet, humble heart behind the apron. He doesn’t seek the spotlight for his generosity, but Jim is a cornerstone of our SoWal community, working tirelessly behind the scenes to lift up those around him.

The Greenway Station 30A Farmers Market is a new, open-air market adjacent to The Lodge 30A in Seagrove Beach, Florida.

Art Month presented by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), is a month-long celebration of the arts held each May in Walton County, Florida.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) kicks off Art Month in Walton County with the 38th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival on May 2 & 3, 2026.