This week on 30A, don’t miss the soulful tunes of Blues on the Beach, the sophisticated sips at the South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival, and the musical journey with Lauren Daigle at Kaleidoscope Beach Weekend. Plus, indulge in gourmet delights at the Low Country Boil and enjoy live music with Rafael Suárez. Join us for these unforgettable events along Scenic Highway 30A! 1. Blues on the Beach: A Sunset Serenade on 30A Experience an enchanting evening of live blues music at Red Fish Taco in Blue Mountain Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, April 24, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Enjoy soulful melodies by the sea as the sun sets on scenic Highway 30A. Blues on 30A / Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 6 p..m – 9 p.m. @ Red Fish Taco 2. Vintner’s Paradise: South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival 2024 Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of wines and spirits at the South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival, taking place from April 25 to April 28, 2024, at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin. With over 600 high-quality wines, craft spirits, and celebrated wine celebrities, this award-winning charity event offers an unparalleled tasting experience in Northwest Florida. Join in for a weekend of gourmet pairings, expert-led seminars, and exclusive tastings. Learn more HERE. 2024 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival / Thursday, April 25, to Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 4 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard 3. Kaleidoscope Beach Weekend: Three Nights with Lauren Daigle Dive into... Read More

Growing up in Lafayette, Louisiana, singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle’s music has deep spiritual roots. Louisiana, known as the cradle of jazz, is also a fertile ground for gospel, rock and roll, country, and a myriad of genres that resonate with the state’s pioneering spirit. The Bayou State has given rise to a host of diverse and famed musicians, including Jerry Lee Lewis, Lil Wayne, Tim McGraw, The Revivalists, Jon Batiste, Britney Spears, Trombone Shorty, and Lucinda Williams. Daigle has been captivating audiences worldwide since her debut album How Can It Be in 2015, winning Grammys and hearts with her fervent songs and infectious zeal. This passion is evident in her latest, self-titled album, which made an impressive debut at No. 21 on the US Billboard 200 last year. One of the most uplifting tracks from that album, “These Are the Days,” is a spiritual rallying cry. No matter what your denomination may be, Daigle encourages the listener right away: People out there, people out there Let go of your cares Turn your cries into loud hallelujahs This is what we came for, oh yeah Leave all your worries behind We know the future’s burnin’ bright This is the great jubilation This is what He came for, what He came for Daigle’s musical palette, as colorful and varied as her home state, will be showcased at the Kaleidoscope Beach Weekend at Miramar Beach, Florida. This three-night event from April 25 to 27 features an impressive lineup, including Grammy winner Jon Batiste and... Read More

In her latest musical venture, Taylor Swift embarks on a soul-stirring journey through the sunny shores of Florida. From the upcoming album The Tortured Poets Department, Swift’s latest release, “Florida!!!,” not only captures the essence of the Sunshine State but also makes a pit-stop along Scenic Highway 30A’s immediate neighbor to the west, Destin, Florida: Little did you know your home’s really only A town you’re just a guest in So you work your life away just to pay For a time-share down in Destin This snippet captures the beauty and popularity of Destin, echoing the sentiments of many drawn to its shores. Over the weekend, Taylor Swift delighted her fans with additional insights into her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. Sharing a video on Sunday via Twitter, Swift revealed to a crowd of 96,000 in Melbourne, Australia, why this new album holds such profound significance for her. Tortured Poets is an album — I think more than any of my albums that I’ve ever made — I needed to make it. It was really a lifeline for me,” she shared. “Florida!!!” itself serves as a vibrant exploration of escapism, self-discovery, and the darker undercurrents of hedonism, all tinged with the distinct influence of Florence + the Machine. Swift’s sharp lyricism vividly articulates the dichotomy of Florida as both paradise and pandemonium, where one can lose themselves or find themselves amidst its tempestuous nature. The collaboration with Florence + the Machine adds an extra layer of intensity, diving even... Read More