Night of Hope Concert Benefiting Caring & Sharing Jan. 30
Tickets are now on sale for a special benefit concert featuring Legacy Five, the Dove Award–winning Southern Gospel group, performing Friday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. at Good News Church. The event is brought to the community by The Crawford Family, with 100% of event proceeds benefiting Caring & Sharing of South Walton.
Renowned for their rich four- and five-part harmonies, Legacy Five brings together five uniquely gifted vocalists whose artistry has earned the group national acclaim. Their return to Walton County marks their fourth performance benefiting Caring & Sharing, promising an inspiring evening of music and community impact. Tickets: www.tinyurl.com/y4hfcwu5.
Biophilia Center Sips & Scenes Jan. 31
Join the Biophilia Center for a fun and inspiring celebration of art as you tap into your creative side! An adults-only event (18+), Sips at Scenes begins at 11 a.m. This experience features a guided craft led by a talented local artist. A Biophilia Animal Ambassador will make a special appearance during the activity to spark creativity and help inspire your masterpiece. An additional up-close animal encounter is also available as an add-on with your ticket. Guests must be 21 or older to enjoy alcoholic beverages. BYOB is encouraged, and participants 21+ will enjoy bottom-less mimosas included with their ticket. Tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nokuseeducation/event/biophiliaartfestivalkid-scraftday.
Pink Out for a Purpose Jan. 31
Fore Her welcomes all “walks of life” to lace up and “pink out” on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 8:30 a.m. at the Village of Baytowne Wharf for the annual Pink Run 5K, presented by Emerald Coast Hospice Care, a signature event that raises funds to provide essential financial assistance to breast cancer patients undergoing treatment. Visit https://PinkRunBenefitingForeHer.itsyourrace.com to register. For more information and available sponsorship opportunities, visit foreher.org/pinkrun or email Amy@foreher.org.
Annual Father-Daughter Dance Feb. 6
Hammock Bay families are invited to enjoy an evening of music and memories at the Annual Father-Daughter Dance on Friday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Steamboat Landing Clubhouse. This free event is open exclusively to Hammock Bay residents and will feature finger foods and snacks, drinks, a photo booth and a DJ. Advance RSVP is required. To register, visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/4XEfhr5shc.
Nick’s Seafood Annual Bonfire Feb. 7
They’ll be firing up the biggest bonfire in the county and throwing the kind of party only Nick’s can get away with starting at 5 p.m. DJ Viper opens and closes, and the Velcro Pygmies are rolling in to crank the night into full rock-and-roll mode. There will be food service inside of the restaurant, an ATM, and a cash bar located on premises. Additional parking will be located west of the restaurant. Expect big fire, loud music, cold drinks, and a lot of good-natured coastal debauchery on the bay. Bring your crew. Bring your stories. Leave the quiet nights at home.
Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 7
Choctawhatchee Audubon will host educational stations during the annual Camellia Festival on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach. Festivalgoers can explore the historic gardens while learning about native birds, habitats and conservation efforts. For more information about Choctawhatchee Audubon programs and events, visit choctawhatcheeaudubon.org.
Palate & Palette Feb. 7
Shelter House will host its 10th annual Palate & Palette fundraising event on Saturday, Feb. 7, bringing together art, cuisine and community in support of survivors of domestic violence. The evening features wine, tapas, live painting and silent and live auctions, with keynote speakers Nicole Schmidt and Tara Petito of the Gabby Petito Foundation. Festivities begin with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., followed by a five-course seated tapas tasting at 7 p.m., prepared by local chefs and paired with fine wines. The event takes place at Drive The Coast. Tickets and event details are available at shelterhousenwfl.org.
DCWAF Annual Galentine’s Fundraiser Feb. 7
DCWAF’s Galentine’s Day Fundraiser is turning five, and we’re going all out to honor the queens in our community that come together to give back! Hosted in Destin at the home of Candis Wilson, Galentine’s brings influential women in the community together to sup-port one another while raising money for programs designed to empower young girls through DCWAF’s 16 partner children’s charities and beyond. All individuals and businesses affiliated with the production of this event are female owned and operated. The cards have been dealt, and every Queen deserves her moment during this fun day of giving. More info/tickets: https://www.dcwaf.org/events/5th-an-nual-galentines-day-fundraiser.
Sowal Comedy Fest Feb. 12-14
SOWAL Comedy Fest (formerly Sand Up Comedy Fest) returns Thursday, Feb. 12 through Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, bringing three days of sharp, big-city stand-up to South Walton over Valentine’s weekend — an ideal date-week-end escape built around intimate rooms, capped attendance, and unforgettable nights out. Headliners include Peter Wong (New York, NY) Anjelica Scannura (New York, NY) and Carter Deems (Atlanta, GA). Venus include SOWAL House Wild Olives and Distillery 98. Tickets are on sale now (purchase by date, venue, or headliner) at www.sowalcomedy-fest.com.
Taste of the Race at SEASIDE® Lyceum Feb. 13
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as SEASIDE SCHOOL™ kicks off its annual Half Marathon + 5K Race Weekend with one of 30A’s most eagerly anticipated events: Taste of the Race, presented by Publix and headlined by Rubiks Groove, a nationally acclaimed, character-driven musical act known for its “outside of the box” performances featuring iconic hits from the ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s. Experience the culinary talents of the Gulf Coast’s top chefs and restaurants as they compete for prestigious awards including People’s Choice, Judges’ Choice, and Chef ’s Choice.
Proceeds from Taste of the Race support the SEASIDE SCHOOL FOUNDATION™.
To learn more and purchase tickets, visit RunSeasideFL.com. Local chefs or restaurants interested in participating may contact Callie Cox at coxc@seasideschools.net.
Hard Hats & High Heels Feb. 13
Habitat Walton County invites you to join the annual Hard Hats & High Heels, a women’s empowerment luncheon bringing together a cross-section of the Emerald Coast’s professional, social and philanthropic leaders. This year’s keynote speaker, Lisa Gunderson, rallies groups and individuals to make life and leadership changes that truly make a difference.
Taking place at The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., tickets are available for purchase online for $75 at: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/33480-7th-annual-hard-hats-high-heels.
Baytowne Annual Mardi Gras Parade Feb. 15!
Mardi Gras is bigger and better than ever at The Village of Baytowne Wharf! The Village streets will be filled with unique and colorful floats, golf carts, vehicles and costumed dogs along with their humans. Mardi Gras music will fill the air as parade participants and four-pawed friends shower parade-goers with a barrage of beads, moon pies and other trinkets. Visit baytownewharf.com.
An Outsider’s Guide to the Florida Panhandle Feb. 24
UF/IFAS Extension invites residents to a free, four-part educational series, An Outsider’s Guide to the Florida Panhandle, designed to help participants learn about local climate, plants, lawns and landscapes. The series will be held Feb. 24 and March 3, 10 and 17 at Padgett Park, 810 J.D. Miller Road in Santa Rosa Beach. Each session is offered twice in one day, from 10 a.m. to noon or 2 to 4 p.m., allowing attendees to choose the time that works best.
Topics include understanding the Panhandle’s climate and native plants, lawn care basics, landscape installation and maintenance, and pest and disease control. There is no cost to attend. For more information or to register, call 850-892-8172.
ECCAC Gala & Golf Weekend March 7-8
The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center will host its 28th annual signature Gala & Golf Weekend on March 7–8, bringing the community together to support children in need. The Gala takes place Saturday, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa and includes dinner, music, a wine pull and live auction led by DawnMarie Kotsonis, “The Gavel Girl,” with former ECCAC client Isabella Rose as the featured speaker. The weekend continues Sunday, March 8, with a noon shotgun-start Golf Tournament at Kelly Plantation Golf Club. Proceeds benefit ECCAC’s mission to provide free services to child victims of abuse. Gala and golf reservations are available at eccac.org. For details, contact Kate McDougall at 530-341-0802 or kate@eccac.org.
