Kids & Family

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.

On March 1st in 2020, the annual Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle Show had just concluded a weekend with beautiful weather, record-setting attendance, and dealers reporting yet another year of tremendous sales.

Then, less than two weeks later, the Covid virus changed almost everything, including boating as demand skyrocketed as families took to more outdoor activities.

Introducing Celebrate! Alaqua — A month-long series of events during March to celebrate the opening of Alaqua Animal Refuge's new home!

Alaqua Animal Refuge is pleased to announce the formal opening of their new, one-of-a-kind facility, located at 155 Dugas Way, and invites the community to celebrate the momentous occasion with a month-long celebration of events titled “Celebrate! Alaqua” beginning March 4.

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.

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Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for the Inaugural Mardi Paw Parade on Saturday, February 18th from 10:30AM - 12:30PM. Dress up your pet & participate! Regular park admission Fee + $5.00 suggested registration fee.

NEW! Annual Mardi Paw Parade
10:30AM || Registration begins (Dayuse Area)
11:15AM || Parade begins (Route: ¾ mile)
12:30PM || Interpretive Program (Ampitheater)

Sinfonia Gulf Coast is the Emerald Coast's only fully professional symphony orchestra. Founded in 2005 with the mission of redefining the symphony experience, Sinfonia is committed to entertaining, educating and inspiring the community through imaginative and innovative musical programming.

The symphony orchestra, led by Music and Artistic Director Demetrius Fuller, presents an in demand lineup of concerts, guest artists and educational initiatives from classical masterpieces to the annual holiday pops. 

Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to present Steel Magnolias February 24 - March 5, 2023.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf & Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort got lined up a whole lotta mo betta great gumbo paired with first-rate family fun at the Gulf Coast’s favorite winter food event – the 34th  Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, held on Saturday, February 25th at The Village of Baytowne Wharf.