ECTC: Spring Cabaret at the Boulevard May 9
Join Emerald Coast Theatre Company for Spring Cabaret at the Boulevard on Tuesday, May 9 at 7:30 PM. Mix, mingle and enjoy live musical selections performed by talented actors. All ECTC productions will be staged at ECTC’s space located upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard in Grand Boulevard Town Center, located in Miramar Beach. For additional info, visit www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org. Emerald Coast Theatre Company, 560 Grand Blvd (Upstairs) Miramar Beach.

Baytowne Wednesday Night Concert Series
Welcome to The Village of Baytowne Wharf where live music concerts take place in the Baytowne Events Plaza every Wednesday night from 7-9pm. Various local and regional artists perform throughout the year – see the lineup. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Free and open to the public. Baytowne Wednesday Night Concerts
May 2023 | 7PM – 9PM – May 10: Dion Jones & The Neon Tears, May 17: Shenanigans
May 24: Casey Kearney, May 31: Horseshoe Kitty. The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Blvd. Miramar Beach.

Longleaf Writers Conference May 13-20
The Longleaf Writers Conference to take place May 13 – 20 in Seaside, FL as part of Art Month South Walton. The Longleaf Writers Conference includes a full week of workshops, seminars, agent consultations, school outreach, and more. The conference, which takes place in and around the Academic Village in Seaside, FL, provides an opportunity for beginning, intermediate, and advanced writers to celebrate writing, to network, and to hone their craft. 2023 Visiting Authors: Rebecca Makkai, Kwame Dawes, Derrink Harriell, Erika Krouse, January Gill O’Neil, Michael Farris Smith, Matt Bondurant, Seth Brady Tucker, Wendy Rawlings, Alex Glass and Jade Wong-Baxter Longleaf Writers Conference is part of Art Month South Walton, an initiative of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County with the purpose to bring communities, organizations and businesses together to present quality arts and entertainment to the community. Spanning the month of May, Art Month will feature visual, performing and literary arts programming in diverse formats and in various venues throughout South Walton. Visiit www.longleafwritersconference.com and www.culturalartsalliance.com/upcoming-events for more information. 168 Smolian Circle, Seaside.

Sounds of SEASIDE @ Seaside Amphitheater May 13 & 20
Enjoy an evening of LIVE music in the Seaside Amphitheater on Saturday, May 13th & May 20 from 3 – 6PM. Sounds of SEASIDE features musicians ready to entertain the whole family. Bring a chair or blanket, snacks and drinks, and enjoy the show. Free and open to all ages. May 13 : Max McCann, May 20 : The Wavy Winstons. Seaside Amphitheater, 25 Central Square, Seaside.

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: Guided Plant Stroll May 15
Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Master Gardener Bill Kuenstler on the third Monday each month from 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m for a Guided Plant Stroll. The stroll begins at Tram Stop #2 . This program is free with regular park admission. Park programs are made possible by Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. For more information about the Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, please visit: www.topsailparkfriends.org or email friendsofthsp@gmail.com. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, 7525 W County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach.

Alys Shoppe Trunk Show: CB Grey May 20-21
Alys Shoppe is hosting a Trunk Show featuring CB Grey on Friday, May 20 & Saturday, May 21 from 10AM – 4PM in Alys Beach, Florida. Enjoy bubbly and treats while you browse the collection. CB Grey is a luxury silk collection that offers scarves and other silk accessories that are truly one of a kind. Visit www.shopcbgrey.com. 30 Mark Twain Lane, Alys Beach.

Biophilia Center: Nothin’ Funner Than Summer May 20
Celebrate Summer with The Biophilia Center at their Nothin’ Funner Than Summer event on Saturday, May 20th from 9AM – 2PM. Spend the day with the whole family enjoying games, animal encounters, endless smiles, and much more. Be sure to bring a towel as some activities include water! Ages 13+ | $8, Ages 4 – 12 | $5, Ages 3 & Under | Free. The E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center is a nature preserve in Freeport. The Center’s mission is to educate on the importance of biodiversity, to promote sustainability, and to encourage conservation, preservation, and restoration of ecosystems. Learn more and become a member: eowilsoncenter.org. E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center, 4956 State Highway 20 E, Freeport.

Locals Last Stand May 21
The Watersound Origins community will host 30A’s annual Locals Last Stand party on Sunday, May 21 from 3 – 7PM. The event will take place at Watersound Town Center Pavilion and will feature live performances by local artists. The concert is FREE and open to the public! 3 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. || Siren & The Mudpuppies, 4 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. || Dion Jones & The Neon Tears, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. || Will Thompson Band. Local food trucks and vendors will also be available. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an afternoon and evening of fun at the Watersound Town Center. For more info, visit www.localslaststand.com. Watersound Town Center Pavilion, 85 Origins Main Street
Santa Rosa Beach.

CCA Kids Fishing Tournament in Grayton Beach May 21
The annual CCA South Walton Kids Fishing Tournament takes place on Sunday, May 21 at Grayton Beach, Florida. Sponsored by the Coastal Conversation Association Florida, the fun begins at 12:00 p.m. Online registration is open. Online pre-registration is required this year. There will be no walk-ups allowed. Registration is limited to the first 200 kids, ages 2-14. Kids receive a rod&reel combo, tshirt, lunch, bait, and instruction! CCA Florida is a statewide, non-profit marine organization working in an advocacy role to protect the state’s marine resources and interests of saltwater anglers. Follow Coastal Conservation of Florida on Facebook for updates on events. Grayton Dunes Beach Access, Defuniak Street South, Grayton Beach.

Sinfonia Goes Pops at Alys Beach May 28
Celebrate the Memorial Day holiday weekend in Alys Beach at the Sinfonia Goes Pops concert on Sunday, May 28 at 3PM. Sinfonia Gulf Coast orchestra featuring powerhouse vocalist and recording artist Morgan James with guest Ryan Shaw bring the classic sounds of Memphis alive with Symphonic Soul at this FREE family-friendly music spectacular. Bring blankets or low back chairs and grab a spot on the amphitheater lawn. Sinfonia Gulf Coast | sinfoniagulfcoast.org, Learn more at www.AlysBeach.com. Alys Beach Amphitheatre, Somerset Street, Alys Beach.

Seaside Memorial Day Weekend Concert: Isle of Eight May 28
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a performance by Isle of Eight on Sunday, May 28, in the Seaside Amphitheater from 6:30PM to 8PM. Bring a chair or blanket, snacks and drinks, and enjoy the show. Free and open to all ages. Sunday, May 28 | 6:30 – 8PM, Isle of Eight is a four-piece rock band from Lexington, Kentucky. They are known for their dynamic live performances, which showcase their high-energy music and passionate stage presence. Seasidefl.com. Seaside Amphitheater, 25 Central Square, Seaside.