Gulf Place is the perfect place for artists of all ages! The Artists at Gulf Place and 30A Learning Academy will host art classes, interactive workshops and adventure camps to keep kids engaged and active this summer from June 1 throughout the summer.
The 19th edition of the annual Rags To Riches Regatta returns to Grayton Beach on July 4, 2015 in celebration of American Independence Day. The small catamaran race is a tradition among SoWal sailors, families, friends, and Grayton Beach lovers.
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Race registration begins at 8 A.M. on the beach at the mani Grayton Beach access behind the Red Bar with a Captains' meeting at 11 A.M. and the race beginning soon after that.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is a wonderful place to explore any day of the year. You'll love taking advantage of some of the weekly events at the park this summer. What a great way to get out and explore one of SoWal's most beautiful spots. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park admission fees are waived for Summer 2015.
Kick up your heels at the 4th Annual Walk Her Way in Rosemary Beach on June 12 at 6:30 pm. Men, women and children of all ages are invited to put on high heels and follow the New Orleans style brass band through Rosemary Beach to raise awareness of domestic violence.
The Friends of Camp Helen State Park and Lake Powell Community Alliance will show a film about coastal dune lakes at 6:30 p.m. on June 19, 2015, at the Park’s Lodge. The film “Coastal Dune Lakes: Jewels of Florida’s Emerald Coast” by Elam Stoltzfus and the Live Oak Production
Group focuses on the dune lakes of Northwest Florida, a project for which Stoltzfus spent the last year and a half. The event is free and open to the public. State Park entrance fees are waived. Elam Stoltzfus will be present to discuss the film.
EmeraldCoastKids.org provides locals and visitors with a one-stop shop of the most up-to-date information on all things kids, teens and families. The website, founded by Kellyanne Bartleson, is an online family resource guide serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties.
Feeding and petting a fever of stingrays, swimming with dolphins and getting smooched by a sea lion is all in a day’s work at Gulf World Marine Park. Panama City Beach’s longstanding educational facility pulls double duty as the Area Coordinator for the Southeast Marine Mammal Stranding Network. And when Gulf World’s team of experts isn’t out rescuing dolphins and sea turtles, they’re educating kids and kids-at-heart about the fascinating animals with which we share our planet.
Are you ready for the YOLO Board Relay Series at The Bay?
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is preparing for fun in the sun with a memorable summer lineup of offers, special events and savings up to 25 percent on accommodations this season.
Sandestin’s location on the picturesque Emerald Coast reports average summer high temperatures in the 80s and lows in the 70s, making for comfortable beachside fun for families and guests of all ages. The resort is offering a variety of summer deals and discounts this season including:
The 27th annual ArtsQuest, traditionally slated for Mother's Day Weekend, is set to be a celebration of the arts with a French circus theme and entertainment for the whole family. This year, the Cultural Arts Alliance and Visit South Walton will host nearly 200 visiting and local artists, a public arts display, innovative culinary treats, nightly concerts, fundraising for local charities, kids arts activities and entertainment, and nightly concerts.
