Walton County Bicentennial Bash in DeFuniak Springs Jan 4
Celebrate 200 years of our incredible Walton County with a day full of fun, community spirit, and unforgettable memories!
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South Walton Nature Walks
There's not much better for your body and your mind than getting back to nature among the trees and flowers, dunes, wind, water and wildlife.
South Walton's natural beauty is astounding, and the main reason folks flock to our coast. The beach is the main draw, but just off the beach some of our favorite spots can feel like a world away.
DwightFest at Gulf Place Dec 7-8: A Local Music Benefit
DwightFest, a non-profit 2-day music festival created for giving back to those who make our paradise possible, is set for Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8.
Performances by Paul Thorn & Joanna Cotten + their bands, along with other 13 other acts are scheduled. Food trucks, beverage stations & merchandise will be onsite for your enjoyment.
See The Wesley House Decorated For Christmas Through Jan 6 At Eden Gardens State Park
Eden Gardens State Park will be decorated and illuminated for an evening that is a local holiday tradition full of warmth and cheer!
Christmas Reflections and Holiday Events in DeFuniak Springs
Bring the entire family any night of the week or come and stay the weekend in beautiful, historic DeFuniak Springs, Florida!
38th Annual Holiday on the Harbor Destin Boat Parade Dec 15
The 38th Annual Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade will be held on December 15th from 6-7:30pm.
The judging will be held at The Edge Restaurant and Sky Bar and HarborWalk is sponsoring the Fireworks this year. The event is free for attendees to the parade. The parade will be visible along the harbor from Harbor Docks down to the Emerald Grande. In honor of Destin's 40th anniversary we are introducing a theme. This years theme is "Christmas in the 1980's."
Coastal White Christmas Events At Grand Boulevard
Every year Grand Boulevard at Sandestin has an impressive line-up of events for the holiday season.
Included this year are Grand Boulevard’s signature holiday celebrations, the popular Hometown Holiday Parade & Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration, and numerous festive, family-friendly activities. These events are open to the public at no cost.
SoWal Weekly Farmers Markets
Every week in South Walton, we have a great collection of Farmers Markets featuring fresh produce, ready-made foods, crafts and more!
Keep an eye on the SoWal Events Calendar for the most current info on days & times, subject to change throughout the year.
Our latest SoWal List features fun Farmers Markets for the whole family.
State Parks & Forests in South Walton, Florida
The State Parks and State Forest Lands in South Walton are spectacular. Protected lands make up about 40% of the land south of the bay.
We are so blessed to have such treasure all around us. The lakes, bayous, creeks, forests, dunes and beaches in our parks make SoWal a very special place. Incredible landscapes with coastal dune lakes, lake outfalls kissing the Gulf, flowering dune magnolias, soaring pelicans, dancing dolphins, flower-covered dunes - the wonders of coastal nature are everywhere you turn.
The Magnificent Monarch Art Trail in South Walton Florida
The Monarch Art Trail (MAT) is an outdoor sculpture project created by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) with support from The St. Joe Community Foundation (StJCF). The art trail honors the magnificent Monarch Butterfly and it's amazing flight ability of up to 2,700 miles and its generational migratory pattern route through SoWal.
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