Arts

The Seaside Institute has announced Marieanne Khoury-Vogt and Erik Vogt as the recipients of the prestigious 2026 Seaside Prize, which is awarded annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of architecture, urban planning, and community development.

The celebration will take place the weekend of February 6 through February 8, 2026, with a variety of events and symposia focused on resiliency, sustainability, and legacy.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) invites the community to a festive evening at the Shipyard Marina at 116 Shipyard Rd. on Thursday, September 18, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. for the “Anchors Away” artistic anchor preview event.

The free, family-friendly gathering provides a sneak peek of the first round of completed artist-decorated anchors from the “Anchored in Freeport” creative placemaking project, a new extension of the CAA’s Art in Public Spaces program. 

Sinfonia Gulf Coast launches its 20th anniversary season in spectacular style with Cabaret at Seagar’s: An Evening with Bernadette Peters on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Miramar Beach.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) and the St. Joe Community Foundation are turning up the volume at Watersound Town Center this fall with a free, family-friendly concert series on the first Friday of September, October, and November.

Guests are invited to enjoy live music under the stars on September 5, October 3, and November 7 from 6–8 p.m. at The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center, 85 Origins Main St. Each evening will showcase talented regional and national musicians, with additional artists to be announced in the coming weeks.

When is the best time to visit 30A?

SoWal insiders know that it's hard to beat fall days in South Walton with fewer visitors, cooler temps, and the busiest schedule of events of the year.

St. Joe Hospitality has assembled a legendary collection of hotels along Scenic 30A for your visits any time of the year. We share below the most recent offerings from our community website supporter: unforgettable experiences for fall events and activities.

 Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) raises the curtain on its 13th season with the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, running September 18 through October 12 at ECTC’s stage in Grand Boulevard Town Center.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) has added two vibrant new masterpieces to Walton County’s cultural landscape, marking another bold milestone for its Art in Public Spaces program.

With many fond memories and much sadness, The REP Theatre has revealed that it will cease operations following the completion of its final summer performances in mid-August, concluding a remarkable 25-year run as a cornerstone of the South Walton arts community.

Sinfonia Gulf Coast has begun registration for the 2025-2026 Music Education programs. As the only program affiliated with a professional orchestra in the Emerald Coast region, the Sinfonia Youth Orchestra (SYO) offers student musicians unparalleled opportunities to enhance their musical talents and perform in a variety of ensembles throughout the school year under the mentorship of professional musicians.

Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2025 Fall Educational Theatre programs are going to be 'off-the-charts' fun!

These programs provide creative and engaging classes designed especially for young thespians from elementary to high school, as well as adult classes. ECTC offers classes for Mini Players (5yrs.-1st), Little Players (2nd-3rd grade), Big Players (4th-5th grade), teens, and adults.