From career connections and morning coffee meetups to live music, wine dinners, and coastal concerts, this week on 30A is packed with ways to get out and get involved. Whether you are networking, hiring, or unwinding to great music, these standout events offer something for every kind of January mood.

1. Alys Beach Winter Hiring Fair

Meet the team at Alys Beach and explore a wide range of open roles across guest services, food and beverage, construction, security, and town operations. This all-day hiring event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes a $1,500 sign on bonus for those hired through the fair.

Job Fair / Wednesday, January 7, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. @ Alys Beach

2. Generate Business Leads Coffee Connect

Grow meaningful relationships and quality referrals at this relaxed morning networking meetup hosted by the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce. Meet fellow professionals for coffee and conversation from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. in Santa Rosa Beach and turn introductions into real opportunities.

GENERATE-Walton Area Chamber’s Business Leads Group / Thursday, January 8, 2025, from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. @ Walton Area Chamber of Commerce

3. Friday Happy Hour with Bryan Bludworth

Kick off the weekend with live music from Bryan Bludworth at AJ’s Grayton Beach. Enjoy laid-back beach vibes, drinks, and a lively crowd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. as the sun sets on Grayton Beach.

Bryan Bludworth / Friday, January 9, 2025, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ AJ’s Grayton Beach

4. Live Piano Classics at Havana Beach

Enjoy an elegant evening of live piano music with Michael Johnson at Havana Beach Bar & Grill inside The Pearl. Classic favorites set the tone from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. while you dine in the heart of Rosemary Beach.

Michael Johnson / Friday, January 9, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. @ Havana Beach Bar & Grill

5. Americana Night with Reckless Saints

Experience blue twanged folk rock and roll as Reckless Saints take the stage inside the historic lodge at Camp Helen State Park. This intimate Americana Concert Series performance runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with limited advance ticket seating and refreshments provided.

Americana Concert Series- Reckless Saints / Saturday, January 10, 2025, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ Camp Helen State Park

6. A Decade of Gatsby Glamour at Paradis

Step into a Prohibition era evening at Restaurant Paradis as the 10th Annual Prohibition Repeal Wine Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. This elegant four-course celebration features cocktails, live entertainment, and supports South Walton Academy, with guests encouraged to dress in 1920s-inspired style.

10th Annual Prohibition Repeal Wine Dinner / Saturday, January 10, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. @ Restaurant Paradis

7. Sunday Funday with Pickled Pickers

Wrap up the weekend with live music from The Pickled Pickers at AJ’s Grayton Beach. Their blues-to-bluegrass sound pairs perfectly with good food and easygoing vibes from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Pickled Pickers / Sunday, January 11, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ AJ’s Grayton Beach

8. Main Stage Sounds with Bryan Umphy

Enjoy an evening of live music with Bryan Umphy on the main stage at Old Florida Fish House. Settle in for waterfront vibes and great tunes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. along Seagrove Beach.

Bryan Umphy-Main Stage / Sunday, January 11, 2025, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Old Florida Fish House

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