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Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation 2023 Concerts
Step into spring 2023 with a song in your heart. Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) announces the lineup for its 2023 Concerts in the Village. The area’s first live concert series is held each spring on Thursday evenings at the MKAF Dugas Pavilion in Destin. This year’s 28th annual family-friendly series will run from April 20 to June 22. The 10-concert live music series will feature premier regional and national musicians and bands performing everything from classic rock, reggae, and disco to modern pop. Continue reading... What do you think?
SoWal Style: 4 Shore In The Heart Of Seagrove On 30A
For sure one of the most magnificent homes on the Gulf Coast, 4 Shore is a soaring three-story luxury home located only two blocks from the white sandy beach. Boasting seven serene bedrooms (each with its very own ensuite bathroom) and a covered private pool, this Santa Rosa Beach oasis was designed with every comfort in mind. There's even a convenient elevator for accessing all the levels with ease. With space for 14 people and plenty of room to spread out separately or hang out together, 4 Shore is your family's exquisite new 30A hideaway. Continue reading...
Red Fish Taco Blues, Tacos & Tequila Fest March 18
Red Fish Taco and Blues Musicians Society present an all day BLUES EVENT Saturday, March 18th from 1PM - 9PM. Featuring wailing guitars, originals, and cover of the Blues Masters, Red Fish invites you to the Blues, Taco & Tequila Fest on St. Patrick's Day weekend. NO COVER! Blues, Tacos & Tequila Fest - Saturday, March 18 | 1PM - 9PM 1PM: Scott Riggs 3PM: Kelly & The Healers 5PM: Cat Daddy Blues Band 7PM: Prodigal Blues Continue reading...
Stinky’s Fish Camp Pompano Tournament Kickoff & 16th Anniversary Party April 1
Stinky’s Fish Camp will host the 13th Annual Pompano Tournament kickoff party and their 16th Anniversary celebration on April 1st at Stinky’s Bait Shack. The fishing tournament will be held from April 2-30, 2023. The Stinky’s Pompano Tournament is the longest running fishing tournament in Walton County. The tournament registers over 150 participants - ranging from recreational fisher folks to professionals - locals and visitors alike. Continue reading...
The Lodge 30A Grand Opening Offer
The Lodge 30A, South Walton's new boutique hotel in Seagrove Beach, is now accepting reservations for spring bookings, with a Grand Opening Offer you won’t want to miss! Plan an unforgettable beach vacation at The Lodge 30A and enjoy coastal comfort, a private pool, lush natural surroundings, private resort amenities and more – including up to 30% OFF standard rates, when you book your stay between March 2 and May 25, 2023. Book Online Now > Continue reading...
9th Annual Tea Fore Her Fundraiser at Sandestin Hilton March 5
Gather your friends for the 9th annual Tea Fore Her on Sunday, March 5th from 12-2pm at The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa! Enjoy lunch and tea with great company while raising funds for breast cancer patients along the Emerald Coast. During the event there will be a photo booth, silent auction, seated lunch, live music, complimentary glass of champagne, and more. Big hats encouraged for a chance to win "Best Hat" prize. Continue reading...
Mardi Paw Parade At Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Feb 18
Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for the Inaugural Mardi Paw Parade on Saturday, February 18th from 10:30AM - 12:30PM. Dress up your pet & participate! Regular park admission Fee + $5.00 suggested registration fee. NEW! Annual Mardi Paw Parade 10:30AM || Registration begins (Dayuse Area) 11:15AM || Parade begins (Route: ¾ mile) 12:30PM || Interpretive Program (Ampitheater) Continue reading...
Sandestin Gumbo Festival Feb 24-25
The Village of Baytowne Wharf & Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort got lined up a whole lotta mo betta great gumbo paired with first-rate family fun at the Gulf Coast’s favorite winter food event – the 34th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, held on Saturday, February 25th at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Continue reading...
Valentine Tour Of Homes Feb 10-12
The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) presents the highly anticipated annual Valentine Tour of Homes from February 10-12 and is introducing a new kickoff event. The tour is known for providing a rare opportunity to enter some of Walton County’s most interesting residences, showcasing stunning interiors, acclaimed architectural design and picturesque settings, which are sure to bring inspiration to tour goers’ winter beach weekend. Continue reading... What do you think?
Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show March 3-5
On March 1st in 2020, the annual Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle Show had just concluded a weekend with beautiful weather, record-setting attendance, and dealers reporting yet another year of tremendous sales. Then, less than two weeks later, the Covid virus changed almost everything, including boating as demand skyrocketed as families took to more outdoor activities. Continue reading... What do you think?
SoWal Style: 30A Amazing Views On Oyster Lake In Dune Allen
Dune Allen Beach on the west end of Scenic 30A is known as SoWal's laid back beach. Well it doesn't get any laid backer than lakefront living at 30A Amazing Views. The owners picked a doozy of a name for their three-story home on the shore of Oyster Lake, and it does indeed have amazing views of the sun shining over the Gulf of Mexico. You can hang on the porch, pool, hot tub, or dock and watch the sun rise and set over the entire coastal dune lake. Continue reading... What do you think?
Emerald Coast Theatre Company's Storyteller Series Returns For Season Ten
The Storyteller Series at Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) returns January 8 - March 7, 2022 with four powerful performances featuring professional actors and authors presenting compelling stories and dramatic works. There are four Storyteller presentations staged at ECTC’s performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, located in Miramar Beach, Florida. Continue reading... What do you think?
13th Annual Swamp Writers Festival Jan 11-15 at Stinky's Bait Shack
Stinky’s Bait Shack is hosting the 13th Annual Swamp Writers Festival January 11-15, 2023. Featuring local favorites like the legendary Duke Bardwell, the micro-festival extends over five days with performances by more than a dozen musicians taking the stage at the famed Bait Shack on 30A. The Swamp Writers Festival is free and open to the public. Continue reading... What do you think?
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