Food

Excellent food, inspiring tunes and amazing Gulf vistas are the perfect way to start a Sunday in SoWal!

The 12th annual Swamp Writer Music Festival will take place January 13-16, 2022 in Dune Allen Beach on the west end of Scenic 30A.

January is the premier month for live music in South Walton. The 30A Songwriters Festival is a tidal wave of tunes and venues in SoWal have a ton of live music all month.  See our constantly updated SoWal Events Calendar for the latest info.

Ring in the New Year in style at Northwest Florida’s only AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse.

Join Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa  for a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration featuring Bobby Van Deusen on the Baby Grand and a live performance by the Marino Quartet Band. 

You don't want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf's end-of-the-year celebration!

Ring in the New Year with an evening to remember, with two breathtaking fireworks displays at 8pm & midnight.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening from 6pm-8pm with face painting, kids activities, and LIVE music from DJ Vladi on the Baytowne LIVE stage. Finish off the family-friendly evening with the first fireworks display at 8pm.

Ring in 2022 with a multi-course dinner, champagne, and a night full of memories at FOOW- Fish Out of Water at WaterColor Inn. The kitchen will be serving dinner until 10 p.m. and the bar serving drinks until midnight. Live performance from a local jazz band, Chris Godber Duo, from 7-10 p.m. and a Magic Mirror photo booth with complimentary props and take-home photos from 7-11 p.m. ⁠

Reservations are not accepted. Regular menu available along with chef features.

Join all SoWal merry makers at Old Florida Fish House on Eastern Lake in Seagrove Beach for 30A’s best NYE Dinner and Party 8:30pm-12:30am!

The annual tradition includes a delicious four course dinner, live band and dancing, party favors and reserved seating for the night. Ring in the new year with a midnight champagne toast, balloon drop and confection bar. Our upscale bar will be offering premium cocktail and wine specials. A delectable a la carte sushi menu curated by Chef DJ will be available for an additional cost.

Looking for a first-class New Year's Eve Experience with dining, dancing, champagne and accommodations? You can have it all at the newly-opened Hotel Effie Sandestin at the Sandest Golf & Beach Resort. And see further below for the ultimate, $15,000 over-the-top extravaganza!

Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar in Rosemary Beach is lighting up New Year's Eve in SoWal with "In the Midnight Hour New Year's Eve Celebration" - a delightful and delicious way to round out 2021, and welcome 2022.

Join NEAT in Alys Beach for a special week-long Wine & Song on December 28 - 31 from 5 - 8 PM. Enjoy 4 wines for $50 per person or choose a bottle from the Uncorked wine list and enjoy it with your small plate and shareables from open to close. Henry's Food Truck will be serving wood fired pizza each night.

December Schedule
28 | Al Alvarado
29 | Chris Alvarado
30 | Mari Gleason
31 | Tris Weeks