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The 10th Annual Paddle at the Park is a standup paddle board race event, on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Henderson Beach State Park on Aug. 20, 2022. The event offers races for all age and skill levels, with its Kids’ Fun Paddle, 1-Mile Beginner Ride, 3-Mile Recreational Race, and 6-Mile Elite Race. Sponsored by HCA Florida Destin Emergency. Continue reading... What do you think?
This Labor Day Weekend head over to the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort for Perfect Hues: Baytowne Art & Food Fest. Continue reading... What do you think?
Fishing is more than just a past time in South Walton – it’s a way of life! Continue reading... What do you think?
When you sit down at Chanticleer Eatery, you simply know something special is coming. But like its namesake, this is no fairy tale folks, this is the real deal! If you’re craving that special gourmet-twist on home-cooked staples, look no further than Chanticleer Eatery in world-famous Grayton Beach! Tucked in the tall pines just a stone’s throw north of Scenic 30A on Clayton Lane, Chanticleer is serious about making every meal as impressive as the last. Continue reading... What do you think?
Havana Beach Bar & Grill, The Pearl Hotel’s onsite restaurant in Rosemary Beach, has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2022 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. Continue reading... What do you think?
St. Joe Hospitality has completed a major renovation at WaterColor Inn & Resort, just in time to mark the 20th anniversary of the popular Gulf front resort. Renovations were completed ahead of the July 4th holiday, and include 7 new family suites, a new 2,800 square foot zero-entry family pool with a kids’ area, plus a new restaurant called Gather Kitchen + Bar that offers indoor and outdoor service to take advantage of the expanded pool deck area. Continue reading... What do you think?
Songwriters David Bourné, Kree Harrison and Jason Martin will headline Tim Jackson’s Songwriters Performance Series Live at Stinky's Bait Shack on Thursday, August 18th from 6:30-10pm to raise funds and awareness for the Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC), presented by McNeese Title with additional support from Ocean Reef Resorts. Continue reading... What do you think?
When you lay down your hard-earned money here in South Walton for the" vacation of a lifetime," you need to make sure you have easy beach access without any hassles. South Walton has a lot of legal issues with beach access. There are ongoing court battles regarding private beaches, public access, and customary use. Continue reading... What do you think?
Dave Rauschkolb walks into Bud & Alley’s on a humid summer morning among the background sounds of Seaside coming to life for the day. On the way into the main dining area, he passes by a group of employees readying themselves for the tasks ahead. In passing, he makes it a point to look at each one of them as he offers a prominent “good morning.” Continue reading... What do you think?
Last week, nine new sculptures and a Super Reef Anchor Point were added to the nation’s first permanent Underwater Museum of Art (UMA) in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Grayton Beach State Park in South Walton, Fla. Continue reading... What do you think?
Tim Jackson, a five-decade veteran musician, songwriter, and performer is on tour featuring extraordinary talent each week at Warehouse 360 through August 11, 2022. The Storytellers Tour ends its first season at Stinky’s Bait Shack on July 7, with an expected sell out show featuring Charlie Mars and Austin Moody. Continue reading... What do you think?
Stinky’s Fish Camp and Stinky’s Bait Shack have supported, promoted, and featured local South Walton music legends, as well as traveling musicians, for over 15 years. Between crawfish festivals, fishing tournaments, and amazing local & regional musicals playing each week - there is always something fun happening in The Shack! Continue reading... What do you think?
Red Fish Taco is one of the coolest places on 30A to hang out with friends and family with comfortable seating inside and outside with cornhole and an amazing bar. Summer 2022 hours are 11 AM - 9 PM daily! Enjoy live music in the Garden Room - a covered outdoor space with some of the best live music on the coast - where tacos are tasty and the margaritas come in different flavors and sizes. Rock out with local and touring musicians Tuesday - Sunday nights now through Labor Day! Continue reading... What do you think?
Come out to The Bay every Wednesday night at 5PM for dinner, cold drinks and a bonfire with various local musicians on North Beach on the Choctawhatchee Bay at the 331 bridge. It's a midweek tradition in South Walton, Florida! Also join us every Sunday for Pickin' with Mike Whitty and Friends from 4-8PM. Summer is in full swing - the days are longer and the temps are high. Cool off at The Bay, an award-winning, yet casual waterfront restaurant and bar on the beach of the Choctawhatchee Bay. Continue reading... What do you think?
We've got the lineup of all the South Walton area 4th of July Celebrations! Keep up to date on the SoWal Events Calendar (updated daily) and the SoWal Forum. Continue reading... What do you think?
The Freeport Merchant Association invites you to the 2nd Annual Night Out for Freeport, benefiting Rise Animal Refuge, on June 18, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. on the Hammock Bay Green on Victory Blvd in Freeport. There will be live music by the Shenanigans from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., vendor booths, food trucks, a bounce house, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. This event is free and open to the public. Continue reading... What do you think?
The Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) and Russell Carter Artist Management (RCAM) are producing the 30A Songwriters Festival Summer Series as part of a unique arts and cultural entertainment lineup at The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center this summer. The "Sounds of Summer" event series is scheduled for June 2 - August 18, 2022 with three slots set to feature artists from the annual 30A Songwriters Festival. Continue reading... What do you think?
Join Camp Helen State Park staff for a guided Kayak Eco Tour on Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in North America. Continue reading... What do you think?
We recently celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week with activities such as sweet treats and giveaways at the visitor center, two informative workshops for our tourism and hospitality partners, and sponsorship of the May 4th Walton Area Chamber of Commerce Power of Business Luncheon. Continue reading... What do you think?
Red Fish Taco is one of the coolest places on 30A to hang out with friends and family with comfortable seating inside and outside with cornhole and an amazing bar. Summer 2022 hours are 11 AM - 9 PM daily! Enjoy live music in the Garden Room - a covered outdoor space with some of the best live music on the coast - where tacos are tasty and the margaritas come in different flavors and sizes. Rock out with local and touring musicians Tuesday - Sunday nights now through Labor Day! Continue reading... What do you think?
Come out to The Bay every Wednesday night starting at 5PM for dinner, cold drinks and a bonfire with various local musicians on North Beach on the Choctawhatchee Bay at the 331 bridge. It's a midweek tradition in South Walton, Florida! Also join us every Sunday for Pickin' with Mike Whitty and Friends from 4-8PM. Continue reading... What do you think?
It's Summer at Baytowne Wharf! Located along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, The Village of Baytowne Wharf features an array of boutiques, eateries, galleries and nightlife -- not to mention a jam-packed schedule of outdoor festivals and special events for the entire family. Join in the fun May 23rd - August 11th for family-friendly activities every week at The Village of Baytowne Wharf: Continue reading... What do you think?
As part of the 2022 Summer Series, the Northwest Florida Ballet concludes the 2021-2022 season with Ballet Under the Stars at the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation on June 25 at 7:30 pm. Continue reading... What do you think?
The 20th annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic takes place June 22-26, 2022. Timed to coincide with the peak of the Gulf Coast’s blue marlin season, and located at the South’s number-one ranked resort destination, the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort sets the new precedent for world-class sportfishing tournaments. Continue reading... What do you think?
The RUN/SUP Summer Races 2022 begins June 3rd! Beginning at 8:30 AM, races will be held every other Friday in June and July at the BoatHouse Paddle Club on Western Lake in Watercolor. These are informal, fun, family friendly events. Distances may vary due to wind and weather, approximately 1 mile run and 1 mile stand up paddle. Continue reading... What do you think?
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