Valentine's Day weekend in South Walton just got a little more soulful. Broadway favorite Nicholas Rodriguez is returning to the coast for Toast ’n Jam: Sincerely, Sondheim, a special performance that celebrates the life and genius of the late Stephen Sondheim.
The 30A Songwriters Festival will celebrate its 17th year with more than 150 artists performing over the four-day Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend, January 16-19, in 25+ venues ranging in capacities from 75 to 6,000, including six headline performances at the main stage in Grand Boulevard’s Town Center in Miramar Beach.
Sinfonia Gulf Coast, the vanguard of Northwest Florida’s performing arts scene, announces an extraordinary highlight for its annual fundraiser, Crescendo! 2026: A Cultural & Culinary Extravaganza — an unforgettable live performance by internationally celebrated Pink Martini, accompanied by the full Sinfonia Gulf Coast orchestra.
Mark your calendars for Crescendo! 2026 set for January 23, February 27 and March 1, 2026.
The editorial team at Ocean Reef Vacation Rentals & Real Estate have put together a GRAYT venue guide with map to the 30A Songwriters Festival!
The 30A Songwriters Festival isn’t just a weekend of great music—it’s a moving target. Dozens of venues. Miles of coastline. Multiple vibes unfolding at the same time. Knowing where to be is just as important as knowing who you want to hear.
It's another exciting lineup and fantastic weekend of music and reverie at Stinky's Bait Shack and Stinky's Fish Camp in Santa Rosa Beach!
If your four-legged best friend resolved to spend more time outdoors this year, we have the perfect way to help them keep it.
On Sunday, January 18, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Dog-Harmony hosts its Sixth Annual Hops for Hounds. It’s a chance to grab the leash, get some fresh air, and support a cause that keeps our local pet community thriving.
The air in the Village of Baytowne Wharf changes every February. It isn’t just the crisp winter breeze coming off the bay, it’s the heavy, savory scent of dark roux and slow-simmered spices drifting through the streets.
If you follow your nose toward the center of the Village, you’ll find the 37th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival in full swing.
Tickets are now on sale for a special benefit concert featuring Legacy Five, the Dove Award–winning Southern Gospel group, performing Friday, January 30 at 7:00 PM at Good News Church. The event is brought to the community by The Crawford Family, with 100% of event proceeds benefiting Caring & Sharing of South Walton.
Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues the celebration of its 20th anniversary season with Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner, a powerhouse tribute concert performed live with the Sinfonia Gulf Coast orchestra. This high-energy main event takes the stage Thursday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Destin–Fort Walton Beach Convention Center.
South Walton has many great events, festivals, live music and performance series every month of the year. While there are always activities and events all Summer during the busy season, the major festivals are in the off season in Spring and Fall. That's great for locals and visitors. Temperatures are cooler and rentals and restaurants are less crowded.
