Get your lines ready—something exciting is coming to SoWal: the first-ever Battle of the Bayou Fishing Tournament, benefiting Point Washington Medical Clinic - it's a brand-new fundraising event benefiting the free, volunteer-driven primary care clinic serving uninsured and underinsured residents across the Florida Panhandle.
Celebrating the donation of 2,295 acres for the Choctawhatchee River Delta Preserve in Walton County, there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 9, at 10 a.m.
Hosted by the Northwest Florida Water Management District and The Nature Conservancy, the event will take place at 87 Pitts Bayshore Drive in Freeport. Officials and partners will gather to commemorate the preservation of this significant tract of land along the Choctawhatchee River and Bay.
Join Caring & Sharing of South Walton for the Spring Fashion Show, presented by Emerald Coast Hospice, on Sunday, March 29th, 2026, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa.
Alys Beach is set to host an evening of elegance and purpose this March, blending the art of fine spirits with a mission to support local healthcare.
The Valor Tequila Dinner & Tasting Weekend kicks off on Friday, March 6, offering a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy world-class tequila while supporting the Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC).
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) invites the community to trade the Gulf breeze for a Parisian breeze this March. The professional theatre company recently announced the return of its annual fundraiser, "La Vie en Rouge," a night dedicated to French-inspired elegance and the continued growth of local arts education.
Sea turtle nesting season begins in May on many Florida beaches, including the beaches of South Walton (SoWal) and northwest Florida. The season lasts through the end of October and is the critical time when people can help keep sea turtles and hatchlings safe.
The Seaside Institute awarded Marieanne Khoury-Vogt and Erik Vogt the recipients of the prestigious 2026 Seaside Prize, which is given annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of architecture, urban planning, and community development.
Here's a recap from the Seaside Institute:
The Village of Baytowne Wharf is about to get a vibrant splash of pink. On Saturday, Jan. 31, at 8:30 a.m., the community will gather for the annual Pink Run 5K and Walk, a signature event presented by Emerald Coast Hospice to benefit Fore Her.
An extraordinary evening of compassion and community is coming to the Emerald Coast. On Saturday, Jan. 24, at 6:00 p.m., the 2nd Annual Anniversary Jubilee at The Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC) will bring together supporters for what has become the most anticipated culinary celebration of the year.
Winter in South Walton brings a special kind of magic to the historic grounds of Eden Gardens State Park.
While other gardens may be sleeping, the park’s collection of over 370 camellias is just waking up, splashing shades of pink, red, and white against the deep green landscape of Point Washington. On Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the community is invited to celebrate these "winter roses" at the annual Camellia Festival.
