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Santa's Camp Christmas Dec 8 & 9 At Topsail Hill

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park invites you to join them for Santa’s Camp Christmas in the park on Friday, December 8th from 4-8PM and Saturday, December 9th from 3-8PM. Celebrate the season with lots of activities for the kids, crafts, music, and food for all! Topsy’s Polar Express will take you past Santa’s Workshop to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the North Pole! Tickets for the Polar Express are a suggested donation of $5 each. A child two years of age or younger may sit on an adult’s lap at no charge. Trams run until 7PM each night.    https://sowal.com/story/santas-camp-christmas-dec-8-9-at-topsail-hill Read More

Santa Paws Is Coming To AJ's Grayton Beach Dec 10

We are pawsitively thrilled to announce that we just received word from the North Pole that Santa Paws will be making his annual stop at AJ’s Grayton Beach on Sunday, December 10th from 11am till 3pm. Bring your fur babies out for Sunday brunch in our outdoor courtyard and get their photo taken with Santa! Enjoy Tito’s Drink specials, live music with Will & Linda and grab some Tito’s swag for your favorite fur baby from the Tito’s team.    https://sowal.com/story/santa-paws-is-coming-to-ajs-grayton-beach-dec-10 Read More

December Events At The Courtyard at Pescado

A Merry Maker’s Christmas Celebration – The Courtyard at Pescado and Maker’s Mark are collaborating to bring a night of festivities to include Christmas wreath making, coffee, bourbon, chocolate, and a Christmas performance by Barry Fish! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023 at 6PM $69 Per Person Plus 7% Tax and 22% Service Charge (Tickets include 1 Maker’s Mark Cocktail, all other beverages will be charged on consumption )    https://sowal.com/story/december-events-at-the-courtyard-at-pescado Read More

Brunch Buffet with Santa At Old Florida Fish House Dec 16

Bring the whole family to the Brunch Buffet with Santa at Old Florida Fish House on Saturday, December 16th from 10AM – 2PM. Enjoy all your breakfast favorites paired with hot cocoa with marshmallows and photos with Santa himself! Purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged: Adults $29, Kids $14. To purchase tickets & learn more, visit oldfloridafishhouse.com.    https://sowal.com/story/brunch-buffet-with-santa-at-old-florida-fish-house-dec-16 Read More

Merry & Bright: A Sandestin Gourmet Holiday Fest Dec 16

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is hosting an unforgettable holiday celebration on the Grand Lawn at The Grand Sandestin. Merry & Bright: A Sandestin Gourmet Holiday Fest, a festive and fun-filled day featuring a fully decorated holiday-themed market, delectable wines and mouthwatering food options, live music with Jared Herzog, craft activities and a visit with Santa himself is set for Saturday, December 16th from 3-6PM.  It’s a holiday shopping experience like no other, open to both ticket holders and the public.    https://sowal.com/story/merry-bright-a-sandestin-gourmet-holiday-fest-dec-16 Read More

December Live Music At Stinky's Bait Shack

Stinky’s Bait Shack is a longtime favorite bar, bait shop and hangout located next to Stinky’s Fish Camp restaurant in South Walton, Florida. The Bait Shack opens early for coffee and bait, and is a popular music venue featuring local and visiting artists on stage by night.    https://sowal.com/story/december-live-music-at-stinkys-bait-shack Read More


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Eden Gardens Christmas Candlelight Open House Dec 9

Eden Gardens State Park: Make sure to come out for the Christmas Candlelight Open House on Saturday Dec 9 from 5-8pm – Free admission!   Tours will also be available as usual on specific days of the week. This is a wonderful time for a tour of the home to see it decorated for the holidays.    https://sowal.com/story/eden-gardens-christmas-candlelight-open-house-dec-9 Read More

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Underwater Museum Of Art Announces Nine New Sculptures

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

Cultural Arts Alliance Holiday Market Dec 2

Shop for everyone on your list at a special Foster Gallery Holiday Market on Saturday, December 2 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Miramar Beach Creative Campus, home to The Foster Gallery and J. Leon Studio. You’ll find something for everyone on your list at this rain or shine event. We’ve got lots of cozy indoor space and a covered porch ready for 15 vendors offering gift size creative items. Meet our Winter Rotation Artists while checking out NEW original art works and enjoying sips and snacks. So many reasons to stop by!    https://sowal.com/story/cultural-arts-alliance-holiday-market-dec-2 Read More