From concerts under the stars and live jazz to glow paddles, movie nights, and Sunday art shopping, 30A has plenty happening this week. Here are some of the best events to catch along the coast from July 7 through July 12.
1. Summer Sounds Under the Stars at 30Avenue
Mark Payne takes the stage for an evening of live music on the green at 30Avenue. Bring a blanket or low-back chair and enjoy dinner, drinks, shopping, and music on Wednesday, July 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Summer Series Concert: Mark Payne / Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ 30Avenue
2. Midweek Music Under the Stars at Baytowne
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy free live music from a rotating lineup of local and regional bands. The Wednesday Night Concert Series runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Wednesday Night Concert Series / Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ The Village of Baytowne Wharf
3. Coffee, Connections and Business Growth

Build stronger local connections over coffee at GENERATE, a networking event for Walton Area Chamber members. Bring your business cards and meet fellow professionals on Thursday, July 9, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
GENERATE / Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. @ Walton Area Chamber of Commerce
4. Cinema Soundtracks Come Alive at SOWAL House

Teresa Lombardi and special guests bring the unforgettable music of Back to the Future and The Bodyguard to the stage for one nostalgic night. Expect powerhouse vocals, iconic movie hits, and timeless melodies on Thursday, July 9, starting at 6 p.m.
Back to the Future & The Bodyguard feat. Teresa Lombardi / Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. @ SOWAL House
5. Voices of Valor at Watersound
Emerald Coast Theatre Company brings a patriotic celebration to The Pavilion as part of the Sounds Like Summer series. Enjoy an evening of family-friendly entertainment on Thursday, July 9, starting at 6 p.m.
Sounds Like Summer: Voices of Valor-ECTC Celebration /. Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 6 p.m. @ The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center
6. Glow After Dark at WaterColor

Paddle across the water in a clear kayak illuminated from below for a memorable evening adventure at The Boathouse at WaterColor. Sessions are available Friday, July 10, at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m.
Night Time Glow Paddle / Friday, July 10, 2026, from 6 p.m. onwards @ The Boathouse at WaterColor
7. Superhero Movie Night at The Big Chill
Gather the family for an outdoor screening of The Incredibles 2 at The Big Chill. Settle in for superhero action, laughs, and family fun on Saturday, July 11, starting at 7 p.m.
Family Movie Night: The Incredibles 2 / Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 7 p.m. @ The Big Chill
8. Live Jazz Nights in Rosemary Beach

The Reid Murphy Quartet brings a stylish evening of live jazz to SOWAL House in Rosemary Beach. Settle in before or after dinner on Friday, July 10, starting at 7 p.m.
Weekend Residency: The Reid Murphy Quartet / Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 11, 7 p.m. onwards @ SOWAL House
9. Piano Battles at Old Florida Fish House
Get ready for a lively night of music, requests, and crowd-pleasing fun as Dueling Pianos takes over Old Florida Fish House. The show runs Saturday, July 11, from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Dueling Pianos / Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 7:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. @ Old Florida Fish House
10. Sunday Art and Sips in Grayton
Browse work from local artists and makers while sipping Bloody Marys and mimosas at Shacks Art Grayton Beach. Stop by on Sunday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.
Sunday Art Market / Sunday, July 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. @ Shacks Art Grayton Beach
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