Farmers Markets
Grand Blvd. Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Grayton Locals Market Thursdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Hibiscus Guest House
Seaside Amphitheater Saturdays and Tuesdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Peddlers Pavilion Sundays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Rosemary Beach at North Barrett Square Sundays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Walton County Emergency Management: Build a Bucket Sept. 13
Join Walton County Emergency Management as they kick off National Preparedness Month with Walton County’s first-ever 2025 Build-A-Bucket event! Beginning at 9 a.m. at 1871 Great Hammock Bend in Freeport, this FREE, family-friendly day is all about helping you and your loved ones get prepared before a storm hits—while enjoying food, music, and activities for all ages.
Coffee with a Ranger at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Sept. 17
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park invites you to join them for Coffee with a Ranger in the park clubhouse on the third Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m. Enjoy a lively conversation with Park Rangers or an outside organization about wildlife, nature, conservation and all things Topsail. This program is ideal for the whole family to enjoy!
International Beach Cleanup South Walton Sept. 20
Keep Walton County Beautiful will host this year’s International Coastal Cleanup from 8-10 a.m. There will be clean up contests with fun prizes, free event t-shirts, and a free post-clean-up breakfast served at some favorite local restaurants. Volunteer sign-up at www.keepwaltoncountybeautiful.org/events. All participants are encouraged to bring their own bucket, mesh bag, gloves, and trash grabbers. Don’t forget your water bottle and sun protection! Locations Include: The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, The Crab Trap/James Lee Park, The Surf Hut, June White Decker Park, Henderson Beach State Park.
Wine & Fries Returns at Hotel Effie Rooftop Sept. 19
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida and McDonald’s bring back Wine & Fries, presented by Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast—an elevated evening pairing favorite wines with McDonald’s french fries. Enjoy rooftop views, a DJ-led dance floor, a silent auction and “Classic Carnival” charm, plus a moving story from a family served by RMHC at the Hotel Effie Sandestin Rooftop 6-9 p.m. Proceeds support RMHC’s “home away from home” for families with children receiving medical care. Tickets: $115 at rmhc-nwfl.org (available until one hour before start). Details: Allie Moore, 850-477-2273; allie@rmhc-nwfl.org.
LadyWorld Festival – Pop Culture, Podcasts & Power Vibes Sept. 26-28
The LadyGang is back with LadyWorld 2025 at Seascape Resort, an immersive weekend escape packed with pop culture, comedy, music, and inspiration. This 3-day retreat features powerhouse headliners like Hannah Berner and the Girls Gotta Eat podcast duo, plus Kaitlyn Bristowe, Rachel Lindsay, Stassi Schroeder, and more. Dive into glam workshops, wellness events, live podcasts, signature cocktails, photo ops, and plenty of Instagrammable moments! Multiple ticket tiers and accommodation options available. VIPs get exclusive merch, private planning access and more. Grab your girlfriends and get your passes at Ladyworld.co.
Fore Her 13th Annual Golf Outing – Swing for a Cause Sept. 26
Fore Her invites golfers of all levels to tee off for a very “pink” cause at its 13th Annual Golf Outing, presented by Emerald Coast Hospice Care at The Links Golf Club. Proceeds help local breast cancer patients cover living expenses, utilities, and transportation costs during treatment. The four-person scramble includes on-course food and drink, a catered lunch by Evie Mae’s BBQ, the fan-favorite “Dress Like a Lady” hole, and an after-party with prizes, raffles, and giveaways. Info, registration, and sponsorships: ForeHer.org/golfouting.
Cars of 30A at Alys Beach Oct. 3-4
Alys Beach + Cars of 30A: An Elite Automotive Experience is an extraordinary celebration of craftsmanship, luxury, and innovation, where exquisite design meets performance. Join for two unforgettable days as Cars of 30A presents an elite, highly curated collection of over 150+ rare and high-performance automobiles, set against Alys Beach’s iconic landscape. Purchase tickets and learn more: carsof30a.com.
10th Annual Bloody Mary Festival Oct. 11
Get ready to Eat, Drink, and B MARY! Celebrate 10 years of bold flavors and brunch vibes at the 10th Annual Bloody Mary Festival at The Market Shops, powered by Step One Automotive Group. Sample unlimited creative Bloody Marys from the area’s best restaurants and bars—loaded with over-the-top garnishes from grilled cheese to sushi. Also enjoy craft brews, bubbly, food vendors, live music, a cigar bar, and SEC football on the big screen. 21+ only. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity – Walton County. Info and tickets: TheMarketShops.com/Bloody-Mary-Festival.
Harvest Wine & Food Festival at Watercolor Oct. 16-19
Raise your glass to four days of epicurean delight at WaterColor’s acclaimed Harvest Wine & Food Festival—one of the Southeast’s finest wine‑and‑food celebrations and a meaningful fundraiser for our local children’s charities. Held in beautiful Cerulean Park, this year’s lineup delivers world-class experiences throughout the weekend: intimate wine dinners, Friday’s sultry Harvest After Dark evening, Saturday’s legendary Grand Tasting or go VIP for enhanced lounge access and live music, and elegant Sunday brunches such as Brunch de Blanc. Want more? Multi‑day bundles let you combine favorites such as Harvest After Dark and Grand Tasting or VIP combo—while taking advantage of some savings. Tickets are on sale now—rain or shine—and proceeds benefit the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s efforts supporting our children throughout Northwest Florida.
Support the Fall Silent Auction Benefiting Emerald Coast Food Rescue Oct. 24
Emerald Coast Food Rescue (ECFR) invites the community to its Annual Fall Silent Auction at Local Market, Destin 6-9:30 p.m. Join an evening of giving, good food and meaningful impact, raising vital funds to support ECFR’s mission of rescuing food surplus and redirecting it to those facing hunger in Okaloosa and Walton counties. In-kind donations for the auction will directly help fund operations that deliver over 250,000 pounds of food each month—at no cost—to 43 local programs, including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, after-school programs and subsidized clinics. Your support ensures that food doesn’t go to waste—and families don’t go hungry. To donate or learn more, visit Emerald Coast Food Rescue or email info@emeraldcoastfoodrescue.org.
Eggs on the Beach Nov. 1
Cook team registration now open! Get fired up for the 11th Annual Eggs on the Beach, the beloved Big Green Egg cooking competition hosted by Bay Breeze Patio at Seascape Resort! This family-friendly foodie fest brings together backyard grillers, chefs, and nonprofit teams to serve up creative, bite-sized samples hot off the Egg to a hungry crowd and a panel of honorary judges. Proceeds benefit Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food For Thought, two impactful local charities serving military families and food-insecure children. Whether you’re grilling or grazing, you won’t want to miss this smokin’ hot event. Sign up or sponsor at EggsOnTheBeach.com or call (850) 269-4666.
