The Best Things to Do on 30A This Week – Nov 2-8

From wine tastings and barbecue competitions to outdoor concerts, film screenings, and family-friendly festivals, there’s plenty happening along 30A this week. Whether you’re looking to explore the outdoors, support a good cause, or enjoy a night out, here are 12 events worth adding to your calendar.

1. Explore Camp Helen on a Ranger-Guided Hike

Join a park ranger for a guided hike through Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, November 5, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn about local plants, wildlife, and the Florida Panhandle ecosystem along the park’s scenic trails.

Ranger-Guided Nature Hike / Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. @ Camp Helen State Park

2. Learn How to Spot and Prevent Fraud

Join Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company for an informative Lunch & Learn on Thursday, November 5, at the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce. Networking and lunch begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by a panel discussion from noon to 1 p.m. featuring banking professionals, business owners, and representatives from the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.

Lunch & Learn: Fraud Happens. Be Ready / Thursday, November 5, 2026, 11:30 a.m. onward @ Walton Area Chamber of Commerce

3. Connect with Local Contractors at AJ’s Grayton Beach

Join fellow contractors and industry professionals for an evening of networking at AJ’s Grayton Beach on Thursday, November 5, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Meet local professionals, exchange ideas, and build valuable business connections.

Contractors Connect / Thursday, November 5, 2026 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. @ AJ’s Grayton Beach

4. Enjoy Live Music at Bands on the BLVD

Head to Grand Park at Grand Boulevard on Thursday, November 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the final concert of the free fall series. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in a family-friendly setting.

Bands on the BLVD / Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard

5. Tee Off for a Cause at the Charity Golf Classic

Support Sacred Heart Emerald Coast at the 24th Annual Charity Golf Classic on Friday, November 6, at Burnt Pine Country Club. The day begins with breakfast and check-in at 7:45 a.m., followed by a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start, with lunch, awards, and a live auction after play.

The 24th Annual Charity Golf Classic supporting Sacred Heart Emerald Coast / Friday, November 6, 2026, 7:15 a.m. – 4:59 p.m. @ Burnt Pine Country Club

6. Celebrate a Weekend of Wine at Seeing Red

The Seeing Red Wine Festival returns to Seaside November 6 through 8, bringing a weekend of exceptional wines and curated culinary experiences. Festivities kick off with a Private Beach Welcome Reception on Friday at 4 p.m., followed by grand tastings, an intimate dinner at Bud & Alley’s, and the Celebration of Bubbles.

Seeing Red Wine Festival: Private Beach Welcome Reception / Friday, November 6, to Sunday, November 8, 2026, 4 p.m. @  Seaside

7. Savor the Best BBQ on 30A

Head to Grand Boulevard on Friday, November 6, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the 7th Annual 30A BBQ Festival benefiting The Sonder Project. Enjoy unlimited barbecue from local pitmasters, live music by River Dan and Brent Shaw, craft beer, wine, a silent auction, and more.

7th Annual 30A BBQ Festival / Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard

8. Rock Out with Webb Wilder at Watersound

Catch the Webb Wilder Band live at The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center on Friday, November 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring a chair and enjoy an evening of free, family-friendly music as part of the First Friday Concert Series.

First Friday Concert Series: Webb Wilder Band / Friday, November 6, 2026, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center

9. Experience Adventure Under the Stars at Mountainfilm

The 26th Annual Mountainfilm on Tour returns to WaterColor Marina Park on November 6 and 7 with inspiring documentary shorts exploring adventure, conservation, and cultures around the world. Gates open at 5:45 p.m., with screenings beginning at 7 p.m. each evening.

26th Annual Mountainfilm on Tour / Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7 p.m. onward @ WaterColor Marina Park

10. Take Steps Toward a World Without Alzheimer’s

Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Grand Boulevard on Saturday, November 7, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The morning includes a special ceremony at 10:30 a.m., followed by a community walk to raise awareness and support Alzheimer’s care, research, and families affected by dementia. Registration is free.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s and other dementia / Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard

11. Savor the Fun at Eggs on the Beach

Head to Seascape Towne Centre on Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 12th Annual Eggs on the Beach cooking competition. Sample creative dishes from more than 20 teams cooking on Big Green Eggs, enjoy live music and beverages, and support Food for Thought and Fisher House of the Emerald Coast.

12th Annual Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition / Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ Seascape Resort

12. Enjoy a Movie Under the Stars at Flutterby

Bring the family to The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center on Saturday, November 7, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a free outdoor screening of A Bug’s Life. Part of the November 6 through 8 Flutterby Arts Festival, the evening celebrates the magic of nature and creativity ahead of Sunday’s art, music, and hands-on activities.

Flutterby Film Night / Saturday, November 7, 2026, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. @ The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center

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