It’s BIG this month at The Village of Baytowne Wharf! Baytowne is boomin’ with events, activities and fun! The Village and its merchants welcome you to celebrate, escape and embrace the colorful fun of Baytowne Wharf at one of the most favorite times of the year!

Welcome Summer During the Memorial Day Celebration Weekend!
Saturday, May 25th, 7-9 p.m. | Sunday, May 26th, 6-9 p.m. | FREE
Kick off the 100 days of summer as festivities begin on Saturday, May 25th, when a true locals’ favorite, Forrest Williams Band, takes the stage at the Events plaza from 7-9 p.m.
On Sunday, May 26th, enjoy live music from The High Aces from 6-9 p.m. There’s also free children’s activities from 6-9 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. You won’t want to miss the fireworks, live music, shopping, dining and fun all weekend long!

Tequila and Tacos Anyone? It’s Almost Time for Tequila & Taco Fest!
Saturday, May 11 |
1-4 p.m. | Cost: Ticketed | Parking Available
The Village of Baytowne Wharf proudly hosts the 11th Annual Tequila & Taco Fest the second longest running event of its kind in the U.S. Visitors come from all over the south to enjoy one of the best events in the southeast. Local restaurants and food trucks will be competing for the Best Taco and Best Margarita on The Emerald Coast with a first-place prize of $2,500 for Best Taco and $500 for the Best Margarita, and you, will have a say in the People’s choice Award for Best Taco. Sample many types of Tequilas and Margaritas from Blancos, Resposados, Anjieos, and even Mezcals while indulging on some of the area’s best tacos. Live music, kid friendly and don’t miss the Chihuahua Beauty Pageant! For tickets, visit www.efestevents.com.

Alissa Steffens Vocal Studios Presents a Spring Concert!
Friday, May 10th 7-8:30 p.m. Events Plaza Stage | FREE
All Invited! Please join Vocal Coach Alissa Steffens and some of her very talented students as they present a night of music! All Genres! Performers are Kids through Adults! May 10th at 7 p.m. Location: Baytowne Amphitheater! (Next to Zip Line) Will be a night to remember! Come on out and support local talent! Open to the public! No charge. Grab a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening! Can’t wait to see you there!

Coach Alissa Steffens is a Performer, Professional Songwriter, Recording Artist and Vocal Coach with a history rich in the Nashville Music Industry! After moving to Sandestin/30a area a few years ago, she continued her work as a Vocal Coach, specializing in Mentorship, Vocal Performance, Songwriting, Artist Development/Career Planning, Acting and Speaking. Alissa works with students regionally, nationally and internationally. Her students sing all different musical genres and range from the Beginner to the Advanced Career Artist. She and her students work on various projects together that involve vocal performance, songwriting, albums, tours, career planning, artist development, commercials, film acting projects, theater, speeches, etc. Alissa has a big heart for giving her students both a voice and a platform.

Wednesday Night Concert Series
Wednesdays, May 1-29, 7-9 p.m. | FREE
This concert series features both local and regional talent from a variety of genres. Concerts are held on the Events Plaza Stage each Wednesday. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets.
May 1: Below Alabama
May 8: Duchess
May 15: Cadillac Willy
May 22: Casey Kearney
May 29: Smith Distillery
FREE to attend.

Bubbly Baytowne
Thursday, May 16, 5-7 p.m.
Join The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an evening full of free champagne and shopping during Bubbly Baytowne. Sip and Shop through the village streets and stop in various retail merchants as you enjoy a selection of premium champagnes.
* This event is FREE and for 21 and up only. The village will be open to the public during this event.

Scallywag Sunday
Sundays, May 19 – August 4, 7-9 p.m.
Join Baytowne for FREE magic, music and mayhem each Sunday from 7-9 p.m. Watch as the featured pirate, Captain Davy, takes you on an adventure with two magic shows on stage! 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. show times!

Movie Monday
Monday, May 20 & 27, 8 p.m.
Grab a lawn chair or blanket and cozy up on the Events Plaza Lawn for a free, featured film, High School Musical 2, on the big screen!
May 20: SCOOB!
May 27: Playing With Fire

Boomin’ Tuesday
Tuesdays, May 21 – Aug. 6, 7:15-9:15 p.m.
Turn your eyes to the sky and watch as we light up the night with a free, breathtaking fireworks show over the Lagoon at 9:15 p.m. Beforehand, dance a little at the DJ Dance Party with DJ Mike Whitty in the Events Plaza at 7:15 p.m!

Fly Guy Thursday
Thursdays, May 23 – August 8, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy free shows from fly-board extraordinaire Ben Merrell over the lagoon! Watch as he soars to the sky and makes waves at Baytowne Wharf.

The Farmers Market at Baytowne Wharf
Saturdays & Tuesdays | 8 a.m.-Noon
Come shop with local farmers, bakers, local fresh seafood and gourmet, beef, local honey, fresh pressed juices and much more all year long, Saturdays and Tuesdays, 8 a.m.-Noon.

Don’t forget to tune in to Beach TV to watch all that’s going on daily in The Village of Baytowne Wharf LIVE—Each day, all year long!

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