Grit & Grace, the official folklife production of Walton County, Florida, proudly presents its 2025 production of “The Paths We Take.” This year’s performance continues the organization’s long-standing mission to preserve and honor the people, places, and stories that have shaped its community.
The Cultural Arts Alliance Of Walton County (CAA) is bringing the jams once again to Watersound Town Center for the 30A Songwriters Festival Summer Series, part of their exciting Sounds Like Summer lineup!
Join the SoWal community under the shade of The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center for a season filled with live music, theater performances, outdoor movies, and more. It’s the perfect way to enjoy summer evenings in South Walton.
South Walton is gearing up for a fantastic Independence Day weekend, packed with celebratory events across all of our charming communities! You'll find a lively mix of parades, live music, family activities, and, of course, spectacular fireworks lighting up the night sky.
Here's a rundown of some of the exciting happenings:
Every year our beaches, parks and neighborhoods experience a significant increase in litter following the Fourth of July weekend. That’s where we need your help!
Keep Walton County Beautiful is inviting neighborhoods across Walton County to participate in our Post–Fourth of July Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6. This is a fun and meaningful opportunity for your community to come together, show pride in your surroundings and help protect the places we all enjoy.
Get ready for an evening of incredible music as the acclaimed Ruthie Foster takes the stage June 26th at Watersound Town Center for the "Sounds Like Summer" concert series!
Known for her powerful voice and deeply soulful blend of blues, gospel, folk, and R&B, Foster promises a captivating outdoor performance that's sure to be a highlight of the season.
Everyone wants to know where to park at the beach in South Walton. What features do our beach accesses have? Which 30A beach accesses have restrooms. Which beach accesses have lifeguards, ADA accessibility, wheelchairs available for public use, beach chair rentals, etc. We have all the locations and details about public beach accesses in South Walton, Florida.
New for 2025: the South Walton Lifeguard locations and team members continue to grow - lifeguard towers have recently been added to Alys Beach, WaterSound Beach and Seaside.
The 28th edition of the annual *Rags To Riches Regatta* returns to Grayton Beach on Saturday, June 28, 2025 in celebration of American Independence Day.
The small catamaran race is a tradition among SoWal sailors, families, friends, and Grayton Beach lovers. Come out to watch the regatta take off from the shores of Grayton Beach as they race to Seagrove Beach and back to Grayton.
For more information & to register your vessel, visit www.ragstorichesregatta.org.
South Walton is an enviable vacation spot — and just off the beach at the growing and vibrant Watersound Origins community you can live the life full time!
Surrounded by majestic natural splendor and pristine beaches, Watersound Fountains at Watersound Origins is one of the most exclusive 62+ residential communities in the world.
The South Walton Fire District Junior Lifeguard Program returns for Summer 2025 with approximately 200 participants ready to learn what it takes to work as a surf rescue professional along the Emerald Coast.
The program begins Tuesday, June 10, with a dual-curriculum approach, creating a fun and welcoming environment for both first-time and returning Juniors. More information and registration online at SWFD.org.
Whether you’re unwinding by the pool, biking through town, shopping and dining in town center, or taking in the breathtaking Gulf views, your ideal summer escape is in Alys Beach's privately-owned and stylishly appointed luxury vacation rental homes.
