July is a time for cheering and parades!

by Katarina | Jul 1, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

July is a time for cheering and parades!

This 4th of July commemorates the 250th anniversary of America! Fireworks are waiting anxiously to explode in colorful array while recognizing this milestone and for you to experience festivities planned at Rosemary Beach!

Rosemary Beach Star-Spangled Spectacular
Thu., Jul. 2
7:30 a.m. – Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast in N. Barrett Square
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Western Green Bike Parade & Block Party
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Will Thompson Band Concert on Western Green
9:00 p.m. – Fireworks Extravaganza at Western Green

Rosemary Beach Farmer’s Market Every Sunday
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
78 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, 32461
More Info

Live Music at SOWAL House – Jazz Sessions
Tue., Fri., Sat., Sun
6:00 p.m. – 10:00p.m.
RSVP here
82 S. Barrett Square, Inlet Beach

Huck & Lilly – Live Music Performances
Monday’s, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27
5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Live performance of pure family fun
North Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach
Bring blankets and chairs
More Info

Children’s Theater – Treasure Hunt with Bud, Peaches, Tex & Dolly
Mondays, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Performed by the ECTC Children’s Theater at Seaside
Celebrating laughter, music, audience participation and magic of community
Seaside Amphitheater – Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach
Free Family fun
Suggest bringing blankets or chairs

The Enchanted Carnival of Magic- Julian & Melody Pittman

Saltwater Secrets – Magical Variety Show – Julian & Melody Pittman Presents
Tuesdays, Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
St. Augustine Green / Owner’s Center, Rosemary Beach
Suggest bringing blankets or chairs
More Info

Here Comes the Summer – Rosemary Beach
Wed., Jul. 8, 15, 22, 29
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
St. Augustine Green / Owners Center
Free Family Fun
Bring your blankets and chairs

Bands:
8th – Davis and The Love
15th – Scratch 2020
22nd – Killer Robot Army
29th – Run Katie Run

Moonlight Movies & Face painting
Thursdays: Jul. 9, 16, 23, 30
5:00 p.m. Facepainting
8:00 p.m. Movie
Rosemary Beach – Western Green
Free Family Fun
Bring blankets and chairs

Movies:
9th – The Lion King
16th – Zootopia 2
23rd – Cars
30th – Despicable Me 4

Belt Bag Bar – For Children and Teens!
Friday’s, Jul. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
North Barrett Square
Create your very own custom belt bag as a Beach Memento .
Limited 150 per week

Holding Our Own - Grit & Grace Production

Grit & Grace – “Holding Our Own”
Original Folk Production of Walton County Citizens – Held annually
Celebrating local history, heritage, community spirit – rooted in real stories

Freeport Community Center: July 10 11 @ 6:00 p.m., July. 12 @ 2:00 p.m.
541 Kylea Laird Drive, Freeport, 32439

A Simple Faith Church: July 14 @ 6:00 p.m.
360 WRM Circle, Santa Rosa Beach 32459

Florida Chautauqua Theater: July 18 @ 6:00 p.m., July 19 @ 2:00 p.m.
840 Baldwin Avenue, Defuniak Springs 32435

Tickets here

June Offers Sizzling Options to Kick Off the Summer Fun!

by Katarina | Jun 2, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

June Offers Sizzling Options to Kick Off the Summer Fun!

May showered upon the Emerald Coast with unique rainstorms, leaving spectacular skies featuring voluminous clouds, shimmering reflections upon the blue-green waters and exploring these entertaining activities will enhance your visit with us!

Huck & Lilly – Live Music
Monday’s, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Live performance of pure family fun
North Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach
Bring blankets and chairs

Children’s Theater – A Mid-summer Night’s Dream
Monday’s, June 1, 8,15, 22, 29
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Performed by the ECTC Children’s Theater at Seaside
Seaside Amphitheater – Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach
Suggest bringing blankets or chairs
Free Family fun
More Info

Saltwater Secrets – Magical Variety Show – Julian & Melody Pittman Presents
Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
St. Augustine Green / Owner’s Center, Rosemary Beach
Suggest bringing blankets or chairs

Live Music at SOWAL House – Jazz Sessions
Tue., Fri., Sat., Sun
6:00 p.m. – 10:00p.m.
RSVP here
82 S. Barrett Square, Inlet Beach

Here Comes the Sun Summer Concert Series – Rosemary Beach
Wed., Jun. 3, 10, 17, 24
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
St. Augustine Green
Bring blankets/chairs to enjoy the free open-air concert
More Info

Moonlight Movies and Face Painting
Thur. June 4, 11, 18, 25
Face painting: 5:00 p.m.
Movie: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Western Green, Rosemary Beach
Bring blankets/chairs

Watersound Pavillion – Sounds Like Summer
Thursday’s, June 4, 11, 18, 25
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Family Friendly Events
Music or theater performances
More Info

Belt Bag Bar – For Children and Teens!
Friday’s, June 5, 12,19, 26
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
North Barrett Square
Create your very own custom belt bag as a Beach Memento
Limited 150 per week

Walton County Events this May!

by Katarina | May 4, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

Walton County Events this May!

May is filled with pleasant weather and flowers from April Showers! The Emerald Coast, enhanced by its natural scenery, crystal blue waters, and embraced by white sands exceptionally embodies a respite for any visitor. You are invited to enjoy these curated events supporting indelible memories of this visit.

Central Square Cinema Night – Friday’s
Fri., Now thru May 29
7:30 p.m.
Free family fun
Bring chairs and blankets

Movies
May 8: Despicable Me 4
May 15: Paper Bear
May 22: Spirit
May 29: The Garfield Movie

Huck and Lilly Kids Live Music Performance
Tue & Thu. May 5, 7, 12,14, 19, 21, 26, 28
5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Central Square – Seaside Amphitheater
Free Family Fun
Please bring chairs or blankets

“Paper Bear” Film about the Florida Panhandle
Fri. and Sun, May 15, 24
7:30 p.m.
Seaside Amphitheater, Santa Rosa Beach
Free family fun
Please bring chairs or blankets
More Info

Digital Graffiti – Alys Beach
Fri. – Sat., May 15, 16
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
9581 E. County Hwy 30a
Tickets here

Live Music at SOWAL House – Jazz Sessions
Wed. – Sun. – various programs
6:00 p.m. – 10:00p.m.
82 S. Barrett Square, Inlet Beach
RSVP Here

Scratch Biscuit Kitchen – Biscuit Day Celebration
Fri., May 29
7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Biscuit Eating contest and Family festivities
1777 E. County Hwy 30a, Santa Rosa Beach, 32459
More Info

April Events Along 30A

by Katarina | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

April Events Along 30A

Spring is welcomed as April launches the season for emerging foliage and wonderful family times with these curated diversions everyone will treasure. Happy Moments!

Rosemary Beach Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
78 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, 32461

Live Music at SOWAL House – Jazz Sessions
Tue., Fri., Sat., Sun
6:00 p.m. – 10:00p.m.
RSVP here
82 S. Barrett Square, Inlet Beach

Camp Helen State Park Ranger Guided Nature Hike
Thu., April 2
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
23937 Panama City Beach Parkway (West of Phillips Inlet Bridge)
Call: 850.233.5059

Huck & Lilly – Kids Music Performance
Tue. & Thu. Apr. 2 thru 30
5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Seaside Central Square
Free family fun

Central Square Cinema Night – Friday’s
Apr. 3 thru 26
7:30 p.m.
Free family fun
Bring chairs and blankets

April 3: Up
April 5: Wreck It Ralph
April 10: Big Hero 6
April 12: The Truman Show
April 17: Over The Hedge
April 19: Paper Bear
April 26: Paper Bear

Spring it On! Concert Series at Rosemary Beach
Wed., Apr. 1, 8
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
St Augustine Green
Free family fun: Please bring blankets and chairs

Moonlight & Movies + Facepainting
Thu., Apr. 2, 9
4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Rosemary Beach Western Green Lawn
Free Family fun – bring chairs and blankets

Belt Bag Bar
Fri., Apr. 3, 10
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
North Barrett Square
Open to children and teens: limited to 150 each

Nicole Paloma Fashion Show
Thu., Apr. 9
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Benefiting SOWAL Foundation, directly funding artist grants, creative programming, and cultural initiatives that strengthen the arts across our region.
Tickets here
Auction, runway show, DJ music/dancing
SoWal House, 82 S. Barrett Square, Inlet Beach, 32461

Gulf Coast Salute Air Show ~ Pier Park
Fri., Apr. 10: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Friday Night Block Party
Sat – Sun, Apr. 11 -12
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Lineup of Military, civilian aerial performances at the Russell-Fields City Pier
Free Family Fun – Bring hearing protection, sunscreen, blankets, cameras, binoculars, fully charged cell phones
Text PCBAIRSHOW to 888-777 for updates
More Info

Wings of Courage – National Tour Fundraiser
Sat., Apr. 18
6:30 p.m.
Steamboat Landing Club House, Freeport
Grit & Grace hosting the screening “The Flight of Jackie Cochran” documentary
Q&A Panel with Emmy nominated filmmakers
Tickets here

2026 Summit on the Circle: America’s 250th Celebration
Thu. – Sat., Apr. 23 – 26
Culture, Art, and Community across America’s 250 years
DeFuniakLandmarks@uwf.edu
More Info
DeFuniak Springs (Circle Drive and surrounding historic sites)
The city’s Chautauqua era legacy, reconnect through shared cultural experiences

Spring Ballet – A Night of Four Seasons
Fri., Apr., 24
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Central Square – Seaside
Performance by: Ballet Pensacola

Walton County Events this March!

by Katarina | Mar 2, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

Walton County Events this March!

March is marching forward with surprises and potential. Consider these wonderful options to enthrall in the wonders of Florida’s Emerald Coast!

Special Celestial event: A total Lunar Eclipse – Blood Moon
View of the Moon: 11:04 pm to 12:03 am – March 3
Before Sunrise in the Americas
More Info

Seaside Farmers Market Every Saturday
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
More Info

Underwater Museum of Art Mon thru Fri
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
357 Main Park Road, Santa Rosa Beach
.93 miles off Grayton Beach
More Info

Camp Helen State Park Ranger Guided Nature Hike
Thu., Mar. 5
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
23937 Panama City Beach Parkway (West of Phillips Inlet Bridge)
More Info

PCB Scottish Festival – Highland Games
Fri. – Sat., Mar. 6 – 7
3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Tickets: Here
16200 Panama City Beach Parkway, PCB 32413

Watersound Block Party
Sun, Mar. 8
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center
Free Family fun
85 Origins Main Street, Inlet Beach
Live Music, face painting, ballon animals, photo booths, food trucks, prizes and more!

Bands on the Blvd – Spring Music Series
(Every Thursday) Mar. 12, 19, 26
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Free fun and bring your chairs or blankets
Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach
More Info

March 12 – The Captain Midnight Band (Part Funk, Part Classic Rock)
March 19 – 12Eleven (Soulful R&B and Pop)
March 26 – Boukou Groove (Funk, Soul, and Jam Band)

Huck & Lilly – Kids Music Performance
Thu., Mar 12 – 19
5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Seaside Central Square
Free family fun

Central Square Cinema Night
Fridays, Mar. 13- 29
Movie begins 7:30 p.m.
Free family fun
Bring chairs and blankets

March 13: Inside Out
March 15: Finding Nemo
March 20: Paper Bear
March 22: Monsters, Inc.
March 27: Paper Bear
March 29: The Incredibles

7th Annual Westonwood Ranch PCA Rodeo
Fri.- Sat., Mar. 27-28
Freeport Regional Sports Complex
Gates Open: 6:00 p.m. – Live Music & Food Vendors
Rodeo Begins: 7:30 p.m.
Cash and Venmo at gate, No ATM or advance ticket purchase
More Info

February Events Along 30A

by Katarina | Jan 29, 2026 | Blog, Local Events

February Events Along 30A

February unfolds many entertaining options: Literature, music, Camellia’s to Gumbo & Bloody Mary Festivals….so many wonderful choices…!

Coastal Branch Library Winter Program
Wednesdays, Now thru Mar. 4
10:00 a.m.
437 Greenway Trail (adjacent to Hwy 331 South)
More Info

Bark for Books @ Coastal Branch Library
Wednesdays, Now thru May 20
Unique literacy program for children
Verbal reading skills with animal companions
Sign Up for complimentary program: 850.267.2809
437 Greenway Trail (adjacent to Hwy 331 South)

Americana Concerts in the Lodge at Camp Helen
Saturday, Feb. 7, 21, 28
6:00 p.m.
Call 850.233.5059
Camp Helen, 23937 Panama City Beach Parkway

2026 Camellia Festival @ Eden Gardens State Park
Saturday, Feb. 7
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Browse educational booths throughout the park
Purchase Camellias
Live entertainment, food vendors and more
Free with paid parking admission ($4/car, $2/pedestrian)

Forever Plaid – The Musical
Thursday, Feb. 12 –Sunday, Mar. 1
Various Times
Emerald Coast Theatre Company
Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach
Tickets Here

Chautauqua Quilters Guild, 50th Anniversary Quilt Show
Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20, 21
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Defuniak Springs Community Center
361 N. 10th Street, Defuniak Springs

The Sandestin Gumbo & Bloody Mary Festival
Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20, 21
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (both days)
Live Zydeco Music and activities
The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Tickets Here