Articles by SoWal Staff

New Designs Revealed For 2025 Underwater Museum Of Art Installation

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) and South Walton Artificial Reef Association (SWARA) are proud to reveal the five sculpture designs chosen by jury for permanent exhibition in the seventh installation of the Underwater Museum of Art (UMA).    https://sowal.com/story/new-designs-revealed-for-2025-underwater-museum-of-art-installation Read More


30Avenue Holiday Night Market Dec 12

Join 30Avenue for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer! The Holiday Night Market begins at 5PM on Thursday, December 12th. Enjoy the perfect combination of holiday shopping and live music in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Discover unique gifts, visit 30Avenue vendors, and immerse yourself in the sounds of the Ohana performers spreading the joy of the season.    https://sowal.com/story/30avenue-holiday-night-market-dec-12 Read More

KIDZ Holiday Paint class at CAA Bayou Arts Center Dec 15

Join us for holiday fun! Secure your spot for our KIDZ Holiday Paint class on Sunday, December 15 from 1 – 2 p.m. at the CAA’s Bayou Arts Center! Visit CulturalArtsAlliance.com/upcoming-events to reserve your seat. Designed for kids ages 7 and up, this fun and festive painting session will guide young artists through creating an adorable penguin masterpiece, perfect for the holiday season.    https://sowal.com/story/kidz-holiday-paint-class-at-caa-bayou-arts-center-dec-15 Read More

The Village Of Baytowne Wharf In Sandestin Lights Up For Holiday Events

Get ready for a holly jolly month at Baytowne Wharf! The Village is wrapped in lights and decked with fun things for the whole family to do. Learn more about shopping, dining, nightlife and events at baytownewharf.com. Baytowne On Ice Thursday, October 31st – Sunday, February 9th    https://sowal.com/story/the-village-of-baytowne-wharf-in-sandestin-lights-up-for-holiday-events Read More

Sandestin Gumbo Festival Feb 21-22

Presented by The Village of Baytowne Wharf and the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, it’s easy to see why the Sandestin Gumbo Festival is consistently designated the Gulf Coast’s favorite winter food event. Now in its 36th year, this action-packed two-day event includes a kick-off party on Friday, Feb 21st and the Main Event on Saturday, Feb 22ndth.    https://sowal.com/story/sandestin-gumbo-festival-feb-21-22 Read More


Café Thirty-A Christmas Charity Ball Dec 7

Café Thirty-A in Seagrove Beach transforms into a holiday wonderland for the annual Christmas Charity Ball benefiting Caring and Sharing of South Walton on Saturday, December 7, 2024.    https://sowal.com/story/caf%C3%A9-thirty-a-christmas-charity-ball-dec-7 Read More

38th Annual Holiday on the Harbor Destin Boat Parade Dec 15

The 38th Annual Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade will be held on December 15th from 6-7:30pm. The judging will be held at The Edge Restaurant and Sky Bar and HarborWalk is sponsoring the Fireworks  this year. The event is free for attendees to the parade. The parade will be visible along the harbor from Harbor Docks down to the Emerald Grande. In honor of Destin’s 40th anniversary we are introducing a theme. This years theme is “Christmas in the 1980’s.”    https://sowal.com/story/38th-annual-holiday-on-the-harbor-destin-boat-parade-dec-15 Read More

Coastal White Christmas Arrives at Grand Boulevard Nov 22

Every year Grand Boulevard at Sandestin has an impressive line-up of events for the holiday season. Included this year are Grand Boulevard’s signature holiday celebrations, the popular Hometown Holiday Parade & Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration, and numerous festive, family-friendly activities. These events are open to the public at no cost.    https://sowal.com/story/coastal-white-christmas-arrives-at-grand-boulevard-nov-22 Read More