
Bringing you a world of arts and entertainment events.
SOUTH WALTON BEACHES
WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
benefiting Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation
April 26-29
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A dazzling roster of dozens of celebrity winemakers, distillers, chefs, and entertainers converge in South Walton, Florida to wine, dine, educate and entertain guests as part of the four-day celebration of wine. Throughout the Town Center of Grand Boulevard, attendees enjoy such attractions as Spirits Row, Savor South Walton Culinary Village, Nosh Pavilions, Tasting Seminars, Craft Beer & Spirits Jam, live entertainment and more than 800 wines poured by knowledgeable wine industry insiders. For more info -> sowalwine.com
CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION
WITH CANTINA LAREDO
May 5 | 2-10PM
Open to the public at no charge
Cantina Laredo presents their annual Cinco de Mayo festivities in Grand Park, adjacent to the restaurant. Enjoy live music, dancing, lawn games and delicious, authentic Mexican food and drinks. Bring the kids out early for free face painting and arts and crafts by Abrakadoodle Art Education and Parties- NWF. Pack your own chair or blanket and enjoy music from Hunter Dawson of Heritage during the afternoon from 2-5PM and in the evening local favorite, The Graytones from 7-10PM. This family-friendly event is open to the public at no charge.

ARTSQUEST FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
benefiting The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County
May 12-13
Open to the public at no charge
An annual South Walton Mother’s Day tradition, ArtsQuest provides an opportunity to view and purchase original art from more than 200 artists in over a dozen mediums from around the country, while also enjoying live musical entertainment, ImagiNation (where kids rule) and student exhibits.
NORTHWEST FLORIDA
THEATRE FESTIVAL
an Art Week South Walton event produced by Emerald Coast Theatre Co.
May 16-20
The NWF Theatre Festival is an inclusive and creative celebration of a community of artists embracing what makes us the same and what makes us unique. Engage in the festival as a performer or participant in the experience and become a part of an innovative avant-garde gathering of art and artists. #AStageForAll


WAG THE FLAG
benefiting Dog-Harmony
Thursday, May 24 | 5-7PM
Open to the public at no charge
Dog-Harmony and Grand Boulevard invite you and your furry friend to help us kick off Memorial Day Weekend in Grand Park with puppy & people treats, live entertainment and a raffle drawing.
THEATRE THURSDAYS
presented by Emerald Coast Theatre Company
Every Thursday, May 31 – August 2 | 8-9PM
Open to the public at no charge
Join us in Grand Park on Thursday nights during the summer for Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s presentation of a fun-for-all-ages adaptation of a William Shakespeare play . Abrakadoodle offers a pre-show children’s activities 7-8PM. Bring your own chair or blanket.
BALLET AT TWILIGHT
presented by Northwest Florida Ballet
Saturday, June 23 | 7:30-9:30PM
Open to the public at no charge
Join us in Grand Park as Northwest Florida Ballet presents its annual community performance, Ballet at Twilight, featuring a mixed repertoire of classic and modern works. Bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy this family-friendly performance under the stars.
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
benefiting Dog-Harmony
Thursday, May 30 | 5-7PM
Open to the public at no charge
Dog-Harmony and Grand Boulevard invite you and your furry friend to help us enjoy the last week of summer in Grand Park with puppy & people treats, live entertainment and a raffle drawing.


GRAND BOULEVARD
FARMERS’ MARKET
Saturdays, year-round | 9AM-1PM
Interested in becoming a GBFM vendor? Contact Diane at 850.499.4697.
BEST OF EMERALD COAST
benefiting Junior League of the Emerald Coast
Saturday, October 20 | 6-9PM
This annual evening of celebration showcases the winners of the “Best of the Emerald Coast.” Enjoy samples from the best restaurants, shopping and businesses during this celebratory block party All proceeds benefit the Junior League of the Emerald Coast (JLEC): a nonprofit organization focused on promoting volunteerism, improving our community, and developing the potential of women.

BARKTOBERFEST
benefiting Dog-Harmony
Thursday, October 25 | 5-7PM
Open to the public at no charge
Dog-Harmony and Grand Boulevard invite you and your furry friend to help us celebrate all things fall in Grand Park with puppy & people treats, live entertainment and a raffle drawing.
2018 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Grand Boulevard Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday, 9AM – 1PM
30A Songwriters Festival
benefiting The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County
January 12 – 15
“The Amish Project” Performance
presented by Emerald Coast Theatre Company
at 560 Upstairs
Thursday – Sunday, January 18 – 28
My Furry Valentine
benefiting Dog-Harmony
February 8
“Sylvia” Performance
presented by Emerald Coast Theatre Company
at 560 Upstairs
Thursday – Sunday, February 15 – March 4
Purses with a Purpose
benefiting Shelter House
March 23-24
Doggie EGGstravaganza
benefiting Dog-Harmony
March 29
South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival
benefiting Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation
April 26 – 29
Cinco de Mayo Celebration with Cantina Laredo
May 5
ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival
An official Art Week South Walton event produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance
May 12 – 13
Northwest Florida Theatre Festival
An official Art Week South Walton event produced by Emerald Coast Theatre Company
May 16 – 20
Wag the Flag
benefiting Dog-Harmony
May 24
Theatre Thursdays
Presented by Emerald Coast Theatre Company
Every Thursday, May 31 – August 2
Ballet at Twilight
Presented by Northwest Florida Ballet
June 23
Dog Days of Summer
benefiting Dog-Harmony
August 30
Sinfonia Swings on the Boulevard
Presented by Sinfonia Gulf Coast
September 29
Best of the Emerald Coast
benefiting Junior League of the Emerald Coast
October 20
Barktoberfest
benefiting Dog-Harmony
October 25
Halloween on the BOOlevard
October 31
Coastal White Christmas Holiday Lights
November 17 – January 1, 2019
Holiday Open House & Walk-About
November 20
Festival of Trees
benefiting more than a dozen local charities
November 20 – December 25
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
Fridays and Saturdays in Grand Park
November 23 – December 15
Free Photos with Santa Claus
Saturdays in Grand Park
November 24 – December 22