South Walton is gearing up for a fantastic Independence Day weekend, packed with celebratory events across all of our charming communities! You'll find a lively mix of parades, live music, family activities, and, of course, spectacular fireworks lighting up the night sky.
Here's a rundown of some of the exciting happenings:
Draper James Event: The Decade Tour Pop-Up: Celebrate 10 Years of Southern Style on Florida’s Scenic 30A
Every year our beaches, parks and neighborhoods experience a significant increase in litter following the Fourth of July weekend. That’s where we need your help!
Keep Walton County Beautiful is inviting neighborhoods across Walton County to participate in our Post–Fourth of July Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6. This is a fun and meaningful opportunity for your community to come together, show pride in your surroundings and help protect the places we all enjoy.
Get ready for an evening of incredible music as the acclaimed Ruthie Foster takes the stage June 26th at Watersound Town Center for the "Sounds Like Summer" concert series!
Known for her powerful voice and deeply soulful blend of blues, gospel, folk, and R&B, Foster promises a captivating outdoor performance that's sure to be a highlight of the season.
The 28th edition of the annual *Rags To Riches Regatta* returns to Grayton Beach on Saturday, June 28, 2025 in celebration of American Independence Day.
The small catamaran race is a tradition among SoWal sailors, families, friends, and Grayton Beach lovers. Come out to watch the regatta take off from the shores of Grayton Beach as they race to Seagrove Beach and back to Grayton.
For more information & to register your vessel, visit www.ragstorichesregatta.org.
Join the festivities at The Pearl in Rosemary Beach for a journey inspired by the life and travels of the legendary Ernest Hemingway.
Hemingway Day begins at 8AM on Monday, July 21st in Havana Beach Bar & Grill, The Pearl's signature restaurant.
The South Walton Fire District Junior Lifeguard Program returns for Summer 2025 with approximately 200 participants ready to learn what it takes to work as a surf rescue professional along the Emerald Coast.
The program begins Tuesday, June 10, with a dual-curriculum approach, creating a fun and welcoming environment for both first-time and returning Juniors. More information and registration online at SWFD.org.
The Cultural Arts Alliance Of Walton County (CAA) is bringing the jams once again to Watersound Town Center for the 30A Songwriters Festival Summer Series, part of their exciting Sounds Like Summer lineup!
Join the SoWal community under the shade of The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center for a season filled with live music, theater performances, outdoor movies, and more. It’s the perfect way to enjoy summer evenings in South Walton.
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to present Winston Churchill: Through The Storm Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 7 pm - a fundraising show for ECTC. Prime Minister Winston Churchill reminisces about his life. Moving back and forth from past to present, Churchill recalls his worst and finest hours. Written and performed by stage veteran and local actor favorite Bruce Collier, this expertly woven historical drama is not one to be missed.
Get ready to tap your toes and feel the Gulf breeze as Alys Beach is set to burst into a celebration of music and light as Sinfonia Gulf Coast brings back its beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition. Mark your calendars for the annual Sinfonia Salutes pops concert and drone show on Sunday, May 25th, at 7:30 p.m. in the Alys Beach Amphitheatre.
