The South Walton area is home to a number of incredible events all throughout the summer, and if you plan on taking a break from the beach on your upcoming vacation, here are the top five South Walton events you need to see:
Gulf Place Summer Concert Series
If you’re looking to enjoy some of the best live music in all of South Walton, then you don’t want to miss the Gulf Place Summer Concert Series! These free South Walton events run every Sunday night from 6pm-9pm from June 7th through August 16th, and each week will feature a different local or regional band. Don’t hesitate to bring out the family and some blankets for a great time!
Digital Graffiti
Something special happens every single year around mid-May in Alys Beach: The city transforms! What was once a quiet stop by the beach becomes a wonderland full of amazing sights and colors that please the senses and will leave you in awe. Digital Graffiti is a yearly projection art festival that’s one of a kind, and artists use the latest digital technologies to project their work onto the walls of Alys Beach. Boring old houses and businesses are transformed to art right before your very eyes, and it’s truly an event that needs to be seen to be believed.
4th of July Extravaganza!
Spending the 4th of July on the beach with beer, BBQ, and fireworks—it doesn’t get much better than that, right? Well here in South Walton, that can be your reality! There are a number of amazing 4th of July South Walton events planned all throughout South Walton, including an amazing fireworks spectacular over the waters of the Gulf of Mexico in Seaside! There are also a number of parades and events going on throughout the day, including the world famous South Walton 4th of July parade and much more. There are truly few better places to celebrate America’s birthday than here in South Walton!
Moonlight Movies & Face Painting
Looking for something fun to do for the whole family? Check out Moonlight Movies & Face Painting every Thursday evening at Western Green! Starting at 5pm kids of all ages can come and get your face painted by one of the many talented artists on hand, and at 8:15pm you can roll out your blankets and enjoy a movie right under the stars!
Seaside Famers Market
South Walton is home to a number of amazing artisans and craftsman, and if there’s one event you need to experience to see them all it’s the Seaside Farmers Market! Taking place in the Seaside Amphitheater every Tuesday and Saturday from 8am to 12pm, the Seaside Farmers Market has vendors offering farm fresh foods, produce, baked goods, and so much more!
Whether you’re looking to check out one of these amazing South Walton events or just want to spend your vacation relaxing on the beach simply because you can, one thing’s for certain: You’ll need a quality place to stay to make your vacation truly complete. That’s why Rivard of South Walton is here to help! We have a number of amazing rental properties all throughout South Walton, and our world class team is ready to assist you with finding the perfect rental for your next vacation. Don’t hesitate—contact our team today!
