Kids & Family

The 12th annual Swamp Writer Music Festival will take place January 13-16, 2022 in Dune Allen Beach on the west end of Scenic 30A.

Make a splash on New Year's Day! The South Walton Fire District will host the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Ed Walline Regional Beach Access across from Gulf Place Town Center.

You don't want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf's end-of-the-year celebration!

Ring in the New Year with an evening to remember, with two breathtaking fireworks displays at 8pm & midnight.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening from 6pm-8pm with face painting, kids activities, and LIVE music from DJ Vladi on the Baytowne LIVE stage. Finish off the family-friendly evening with the first fireworks display at 8pm.

Ring in 2022 with a multi-course dinner, champagne, and a night full of memories at FOOW- Fish Out of Water at WaterColor Inn. The kitchen will be serving dinner until 10 p.m. and the bar serving drinks until midnight. Live performance from a local jazz band, Chris Godber Duo, from 7-10 p.m. and a Magic Mirror photo booth with complimentary props and take-home photos from 7-11 p.m. ⁠

Reservations are not accepted. Regular menu available along with chef features.

Join all SoWal merry makers at Old Florida Fish House on Eastern Lake in Seagrove Beach for 30A’s best NYE Dinner and Party 8:30pm-12:30am!

The annual tradition includes a delicious four course dinner, live band and dancing, party favors and reserved seating for the night. Ring in the new year with a midnight champagne toast, balloon drop and confection bar. Our upscale bar will be offering premium cocktail and wine specials. A delectable a la carte sushi menu curated by Chef DJ will be available for an additional cost.

Celebrating all that our “30A beach vibe” has to offer -  resident musicians, fresh catch seafood, and area artists (check out local legend Bryan Hand’s barroom mural) -  Red Fish Taco (RFT) prides itself on delicious food and cocktails, great music, and good times set in a casual yet eclectic atmosphere.

This December enjoy a festive light show in The Village of Baytowne Wharf every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday leading up to Christmas!

The 12 Nights of Light will also be featured during their special holiday edition of the Wednesday Night Concert Series. Watch three dazzling shows on the Village tree at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm.

The Alys Foundation has begun the call for entries for the 15th Annual Digital Graffiti Festival at Alys Beach, to be held  May 13-14, 2022.