Festivals

Sip, Sip, Hooray! SoWalWine’s on the way. Since 2013, the unforgettable event has blended a curated selection of offerings into an unmatched world-class experience. 

Come be a part of the Southeast’s stand out wine and food festival, where you’ll find the perfect pairing of sunshine, wine, food, industry celebs, and beautiful beaches. The three-day South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival takes place at Grand Boulevard's Town Center at Sandestin on April 24-27.

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 22nd.

The 30A Wine Festival, underwritten by the Alys Foundation, returns to the beautiful community of Alys Beach for its 13th year: Wednesday, February 19 through Sunday, February 23, 2025.

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The annual Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park is set for Saturday February 8th, 2025 from 10am-2pm.

The event, hosted by The Friends of Eden Gardens State Park, is free with paid park admission ($4 per car). Additional parking for the event will be at Bay School with tram service to the park.

The SeaLight Festival is a spectacular must-see display of electrifying handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns.

Opening January 30th and running through April 13th, at Seascape Golf, Beach & Tennis Resort, guests of all ages can experience the festival’s unique luminescent night walk, bringing culture and craftsmanship for all. Tickets are on sale now. 

The 30A Songwriters Festival returns to South Walton January 16-20, 2025 - celebrating 16 years with a wide variety of talented artists on the schedule.

The SwampWriter Music Festival is Stinky's heartfelt gift to the area’s music lovers - a free, five-day celebration of local and regional talent that returns each January to Stinky’s Bait Shack on Scenic 30A in Dune Allen Beach from Jan 15-19, 2025 over Martin Luther King Weekend. Keep your eye on the SoWal Events Calendar & Stinky's Bait Shack Website & Facebook.

Alys Beach Crafted is a jam-packed festival of the senses during November 13 - 17, 2024 in Alys Beach, Florida.

Crafted invites you to gather with masters of food and drink and renowned craftspeople from around the country sharing the products of their crafts during weekend events: Makers Market, Firkin Fête, Spirited Seminar, Spirited Soirée, and Pickleball & Picklebacks.

Join The Village of Baytowne Wharf for Perfect Hues: Baytowne Art Fest, August 31 - September 1st. Each evening from 4PM - 9PM, stroll The Village streets as you browse a variety of artwork from local and regional artists. Admission is free and open to the public.

Enjoy LIVE music throughout the festival and a spectacular fireworks show over the lagoon on Sunday at 9:30pm. Also on Sunday night, be sure to check in by the breezeway to enjoy a sip & shop through The Village.