The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) announces the return of one of Walton County’s favorite fall events, the Flutterby Arts Festival, which will take place Sunday, November 12th from 10AM – 4PM in Watersound® Town Center.    https://sowal.com/story/flutterby-arts-festival-at-watersound-town-center-nov-12 Read More

Off the Bucket List is a luxurious, newly renovated 3,593 sf home located in Seaside. Follow the path backwards, even before the start of Seaside, to a time and place in South Walton memory.    https://sowal.com/story/sowal-style-vintage-classic-in-seaside-florida Read More

Down Island has recently introduced Fall Fridays with late night live music from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (no cover) every Friday night this fall. Late night goers will enjoy food from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. including seasoned goldfish, andouille corn dogs, smoked fish dip, fried pickles and of course, Janca Juice (a signature drink created in memory of Chef Brannon Janca)! The restaurant closes at 2:00 a.m.    https://sowal.com/story/down-island-hosting-fun-nights-and-a-thanksgiving-feast Read More

Taster tickets are on sale now for the 9th Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition to be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Tasters enjoy unlimited bites, and receive five votes to vote for their favorites and award the 2023 People’s Choice Awards.    https://sowal.com/story/eggs-on-the-beach-cooking-competition-oct-14 Read More

Ovide, the signature restaurant at Hotel Effie at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has launched new breakfast, brunch and dinner menus highlighting the flavors of the Gulf Coast and the freshest, in-season ingredients. All menus include ample vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Located steps from The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Ovide embraces the local food and cherished flavors of the Gulf Coast and presents them with a sophisticated and refreshing style.    https://sowal.com/story/ovide-at-hotel-effie-introduces-new-breakfast-brunch-dinner-menus Read More

 The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) has created a partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast to expand its Youth Arts Education program for club members and produce a high-quality mural that will serve as a source of inspiration and education to club visitors and participants.    https://sowal.com/story/cultural-arts-alliance-partners-with-boys-girls-club-of-the-emerald-coast Read More

The Walton County Tourism Department, along with the Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles, will once again host an International Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 – 11 a.m. Residents, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in the world’s largest volunteer effort with the common goal of cleaning up our coastal waters for our ocean’s health. Volunteer Beach Ambassador teams will be hosting teams at five South Walton regional beach accesses listed below:    https://sowal.com/story/international-coastal-cleanup-sep-16 Read More

Pescado offers all the food, drinks, and views you could ever want!    https://sowal.com/story/pescado-in-rosemary-beach-fall-menu-special-events-more Read More

The Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K, presented by Seaside, is back, launching its 22nd year of racing. Registration, presented by Visit South Walton, is now open for Race Weekend from February 16th through 18th, 2024, further establishing this event as a signature running event and paramount fundraiser in Northwest Florida. Every year, athletes from around the world converge in Seaside, Florida, assisting in funding The Seaside School, Inc., a pioneering and enduring public charter school in Walton County, Florida.    https://sowal.com/story/register-now-for-seaside-school-22nd-annual-race-weekend-2024 Read More

Join Camp Helen State Park staff for a Guided Kayak Eco Tour on Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in North America. Must be 12 years of age or older and able to independently navigate your own kayak. Reservations are required – call the park at 850-233-5059. Tours begin promptly at 9:00 AM, meet in the Visitor Center. Cash only fee is $30 and includes park entry, watercraft rental, life jacket, paddle and a donation to the Friends of Camp Helen State Park.    https://sowal.com/story/guided-kayak-eco-tours-in-september-at-camp-helen-state-park Read More