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The Best Things to Do on 30A This Week – Jun 15-21
Big catches, live music, and Father’s Day fun.
Photo credit: Elston Webster From big catches and live music to shopping, storytelling, bourbon tastings, and Father’s Day celebrations, 30A has a lively week ahead. Here are some of the best events to catch along the coast this week:
1. Big Catches at Baytowne Marina
The Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic brings top anglers, thrilling weigh-ins, live music, vendors, fireworks, and festival energy to Sandestin. Follow the action from Wednesday, June 17, starting at 8 a.m., as one of the Gulf’s premier billfish tournaments returns to the Emerald Coast.
Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic /Wednesday, June 17, to Sunday, June 21, starting 8 a.m. @ Baytowne Marina
2. Stock Up Before the Swat
Yellow Fly Kit Distribution Day brings free kits to Santa Rosa Beach Ace Hardware on Wednesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. South Walton residents can pick up one kit per residence while supplies last, with a driver’s license showing a South Walton address required. Learn more, here!
Yellow Fly Kit Distribution Day / Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ Santa Rosa Ace Hardware
3. Storytelling Confidence at Distillery 98
Sharpen your public speaking skills with a hands-on workshop focused on delivery, audience engagement, and the art of captivating storytelling. Led by speech coach and spoken word poet Tricia Veldman, the session begins Wednesday, June 17, at 6 p.m.
Speaking Confidence Series: Storytelling Dynamics / Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.@ Distillery 98
4. Shop, Dine, and Stay for the Music
Grand Boulevard hosts a full day of shopping, dining, and special promotions from participating retailers and restaurants. Stay into the evening for live music from The Wildlife Specialist at Grand Park on Thursday, June 18, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
All-Day Shopping Event / Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 8 a.m. @ Grand Boulevard
5. Summer Songs at Watersound Town Center
Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves headline a 30A Songwriters Showcase evening at The Pavilion, with Wyatt Espalin opening the show. Enjoy live music and community fun on Thursday, June 18, starting at 6 p.m.
Sounds Like Summer: Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves-Opener: Wyatt Espalin 30A Songwriters Showcase / Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6 p.m. @ The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center
6. Bourbon and Bites for Father’s Day Weekend
Kick off Father’s Day weekend at Fish Out of Water with live music, complimentary bourbon tastings, bourbon-inspired street bites, family games, and bottle discounts. Stop by on Saturday, June 20, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a festive afternoon made for bourbon lovers and gift hunters.
Bourbon Street Fair (Package Store) / Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. @ Fish Out of Water
7. Late Night Live in Grayton
3HG takes the stage at AJ’s Grayton Beach for a high-energy night of live music and weekend fun. Catch the show on Saturday, June 20, starting at 9 p.m.
3HG / Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 9 p.m. onwards @ AJ’s Grayton Beach
8. Father’s Day Dinner by the Water
Treat Dad to a relaxed Father’s Day dinner at Fish Out of Water with a prime rib special, half-price draft beer, and live music from Brett Stafford Smith. Seating is first-come, first-served on Sunday, June 21, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Father’s Day Prime Rib Special / Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. @ Fish Out of Water
