Events

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach transforms the SoWal town into a vibrant and colorful gallery where cutting-edge digital technology brings art to life on its spectacular architecture.

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.

The corks are ready to pop as one of the Emerald Coast’s most enduring traditions returns for its 39th year of excellence.

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.