The Best Things to Do on 30A This Week – Nov 9-15

From Alys Beach Crafted to bluegrass at Alaqua, this week’s lineup brings music, art, food and a little holiday cheer to 30A and beyond. Here are our picks for November 10 to 15.

1. Local Voices Shine at Baytowne’s Fall Concert

Join vocal coach Alissa Steffens and her students for a free concert spanning musical genres at The Village of Baytowne Wharf on Tuesday, November 10, at 7 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy performances by local talent, from kids to adults.

Alissa Steffens Vocal Studios presents: A ‘Fall Concert’! / Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 7 p.m. @ The Village of Baytowne Wharf

2. Help Deck the Halls at Wesley House

Bring a little Christmas magic to Wesley House at Eden Gardens State Park on Wednesday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sign up to help decorate one of the home’s rooms for the holiday season.

Wesley House Eden Garden Christmas Decoration / Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. @ Eden Gardens State Park

3. Five Days of Food, Art and Music at Crafted

Alys Beach Crafted returns November 11 to 15, opening with the 30A Songwriters Session at Caliza on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Thursday’s 5 p.m. dinners feature Chef Rob McDaniel and Foursquare Rum at Caliza, Chef Camille Withall and Brown-Forman cocktails at George’s, and Menagerie wines and David Yarrow’s photography at The Summerhouse at The Silva.

Friday brings the Cocktails & Clay workshop and Firkin Fête, featuring beer tastings, chef-prepared bites and live music. Saturday’s Spirited Soirée celebrates craft cocktails, while the free Holiday Makers Market runs Friday through Sunday with handcrafted gifts, live music and weekend Santa photos.

The Songwriters Session, Cocktails & Clay, Firkin Fête, Spirited Soirée, and the Foursquare and Menagerie dinners are currently sold out. Read our full Crafted guide for the complete schedule and check ticket availability before making plans.

4. Coffee and Connections to Grow Your Business

Meet fellow Chamber members over coffee at GENERATE on Thursday, November 12, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce. Bring your business cards to exchange referrals, share what you do, and build local connections.

GENERATE / Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. @ Walton Area Chamber of Commerce

5. Stories in Plain Sight with Jonah Allen

Join Emerald Coast Storytellers and featured artist and photographer Jonah Allen at SOWAL House on Thursday, November 12, for an evening of live storytelling exploring the theme “In Plain Sight.” Doors open for drinks at 5 p.m., with stories beginning at 6 p.m.

November Storytellers / Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. @ SOWAL House

6. Art and Spirits Meet at Distillery 98

Meet artist Bradley Eiland and explore her vibrant artwork at the opening gallery night for Distilled: An Artist Series at Distillery 98 on Friday, November 13, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sip, mingle and enjoy an evening of art and conversation, with free admission and RSVPs encouraged.

Distilled: An Artist Series — Opening Gallery Night featuring Bradley Eiland / Friday, November 13, 2026. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ Distillery 98

7. Bluegrass and Fall Fun at Alaqua

Enjoy live music headlined by Sister Sadie, food trucks, crafts, games and animal encounters at Alaqua Animal Refuge on Saturday, November 14, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Presented by Cafe Thirty-A, the Bluegrass Barn Jam & Fall Fest supports Alaqua’s care for animals in need.

Bluegrass Barn Jam & Fall Fest Presented by Cafe Thirty-A / Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. @ Alaqua Animal Refuge

8. Tacos, Tequila and Trailside Fun in Freeport

Enjoy tacos, tequila tastings, live music and a trail scavenger hunt at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Saturday, November 14, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Fundraiser tickets are $70, with a $40 non-alcoholic option.

Tacos & Tequila Under the Trees / Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. @ E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center

9. Bluefin Takes Center Stage at Old Florida Fish House

Watch Executive Sushi Chef Yok Panjateerawit break down a whole Japanese bluefin tuna at Old Florida Fish House on Saturday, November 14, at 4 p.m. A six-course tuna tasting dinner follows from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with dinner-and-show packages starting at $99.

Tuna Cutting Show / Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. onward @ Old Florida Fish House

10. Sunday Sounds with The Picked Pickers at AJ’s

Catch The Picked Pickers at AJ’s Grayton Beach on Sunday, November 15, at 5 p.m. Make a day of it with Sunday brunch and live music from the Christon Birge Duo beginning at 12 p.m.

The Picked Pickers / Sunday, November 15, 2026, 5 p.m. @ AJ’s Grayton Beach

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