The Best Things To Do on 30A This Week – Oct 21-27
Fall Fun Awaits on 30A!
Fall Fun Awaits on 30A!
Looking for the best ways to enjoy the fall vibes along 30A this week? From live music and local markets to spooky Halloween parties and family-friendly festivals, there’s something for everyone to savor the season. Dive into our curated list of events to make the most of your time on 30A!
Experience an evening of jazz magic as Fred Domulot, an accomplished drummer and founding member of “The Guffman Trio,” brings his soulful rhythms to the Seaside Amphitheater.
Sounds of Seaside: Fred Domulot / Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. @ Seaside Amphitheater
Spend your Wednesday night soaking in the soulful tunes of Below Alabama at the Baytowne Wharf Events Plaza. From 7-9 p.m., enjoy a free concert under the stars, as local and regional talents set the perfect fall vibe. Bring your friends, relax, and let the music elevate your evening!
Wednesday Night Concert Series: Below Alabama / Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Baytowne Wharf Events Plaza
Discover the charm of Grayton Beach every Thursday at the Locals Market! From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., explore fresh food and handmade treasures at the Grayton Beach Surf Club. Convenient tram service from Grayton Central makes it easy to access this weekly celebration of local flavors and crafts. Don’t miss out!
Grayton Locals Market / Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ Grayton Beach Surf Club
Step into the thrilling world of Sherlock Holmes with Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery. Join Holmes and Watson as they unravel a web of clues and comical disguises to crack the mystery before it’s too late. Catch the show Thursday to Saturday at 7 p.m., or enjoy a matinee on Sundays and Wednesdays. Don’t miss this witty and suspenseful adventure from October 24 to November 3!
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery / Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7 p.m. @ Emerald Coast Theatre Company
Join the 12th Annual Fore Her Golf Outing on Friday, October 25, at The Links Golf Club, Sandestin. Enjoy a day of golf, prizes, and festivities while supporting local breast cancer patients. With breakfast, lunch, and a lively afterparty, it’s a fun and impactful way to give back during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Register now and help make a difference!
12th Annual Fore Her Golf Outing / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. @ Links Sandestin Golf Course
Bring your furry friends to Grand Boulevard for Dog-Harmony’s 9th Annual Barktoberfest on October 25, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy a doggie costume contest, delicious Oktoberfest treats, live music, and a silent auction—all while supporting a great cause. Whether you’re dressing up your pup or enjoying the festivities, this paw-ty promises a tail-wagging good time for all!
9th Annual Barktoberfest / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard
Bring your little goblins and ghouls to the Alys Beach Amphitheatre for a magical Fall Festival on October 25 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy face painting, crafts, a photo booth, and live music by Huck & Lilly. Cozy up for a screening of Casper under the stars at 6:30 PM, and don’t miss trick-or-treating with the Merchants of Alys. Costumes are encouraged for a night of spooky fun!
Fall Festival: Children’s Activities / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. @ Alys Beach Amphitheatre
Walton County Library invites you to a Halloween-themed storytime at The Big Chill on October 25, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Enjoy festive stories and get creative with a fun Halloween craft activity. Perfect for little ones and families looking for some spooky, seasonal fun!
Library Outreach Halloween Party Storytime! / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. @ The Big Chill
Get ready for a frightfully fun night at Shades Bar & Grill’s Halloween Party on October 25 at 9 p.m. Dance to beats from DJ Kilo and show off your best costumes for a chance to win in categories like Best Duo/Group, Creepiest, Funniest, and Best Overall. It’s a night of chills, thrills, and prizes you won’t want to miss!
Shades Halloween Party / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9 p.m. onwards @ Shades Bar & Grill
Celebrate spooky season early at Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant’s Halloween Party on October 25, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Enjoy live music by Killer Robot Army, reverse happy hour specials, and show off your best costume for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
2nd Annual Halloween Party and Costume Contest / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 10 p.m. onwards @ Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant
Lace up for the 4th annual Run Watersound on Saturday, October 26! Choose between a 5K or 10K course that winds through the picturesque paths of the Watersound Origins community. Starting at 8 a.m. from the Watersound Town Center, all participants receive a t-shirt and medal. Enjoy live music at the finish line and celebrate your race victory. Register now to secure your spot!
Run Watersound 5K & 10K /Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. @ Watersound Town Center
Visit Camp Helen State Park on October 26 for the 9th Annual Pumpkin Patch & Native Plant Sale. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, find pumpkins, gourds, and native plants like dune sunflowers and milkweed. Enjoy games, glitter tattoos, and a QR scavenger hunt from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is just $4 per car, with proceeds supporting park improvements.
Pumpkin Patch & Native Plant Sale / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. @ Camp Helen State Park
Don’t miss the excitement at the 14th Annual Halloweener Derby on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Seaside Lyceum Lawn! Watch as dachshunds dash to the finish line in this fan-favorite race, and enjoy the ever-adorable costume contest. It’s a morning of fun, laughter, and fast pups! Stay tuned for registration details, and keep an eye on social media for updates. Please click here to register for this year’s Halloweener Derby Registrations. (Open to Dachshunds Only). Please click here to register for this year’s Dog Costume Contest. (Open to ALL Dog Breeds).
14th Annual Halloweener Derby / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. @ Seaside Lyceum Lawn
Join the ultimate Halloween celebration at Rosemary Beach’s Monstrous Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 26, 2024! Trick-or-treat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., then head to the East Long Green from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a fun-filled afternoon of costume contests, pumpkin decorating, a haunted cemetery, and more. Enjoy a photo booth, games, prizes, music, and sweet treats, perfect for families and Halloween enthusiasts alike!
Monstrous Halloween Bash /Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. @ Rosemary Beach
Head over to Fish Out of Water for a festive celebration of all things pumpkin! Enjoy delicious pumpkin-inspired food and drinks while the little ones get creative with mini pumpkin decorating kits. Display your creations all weekend long and make this fall celebration a memorable one.
National Pumpkin Day / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. onwards @ Fish Out of Water
Bring the whole family to North Beach Social on October 26 for a day of fall fun. From 1-4 p.m., enjoy kids’ crafts, face painting, games, and live music by The Kennedys. Stick around for the raffle drawing at 4 p.m. and cozy up by the bonfires (weather permitting). End the day with a screening of Hotel Transylvania at 6:30 p.m.
Kids Fall Festival / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 12 p.m. @ North Beach Social
Prepare for a ghoulishly good time at the much-anticipated Annual Boo Bash at Louis Louis on Saturday, October 26. Starting at 9 p.m., DJ Michael Disciple will spin haunting beats all night long. Come dressed in your spookiest attire to compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place individual prizes, plus a prize for the best group costume.
Annual Boo Bash w/ DJ Michael Disciple / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 9 p.m. @ Louis Louis
Annual Halloween with Cadillac Willy / Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Local Catch Bar & Grill