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Tupelo Honey Festival in Wewahitchka May 18

Under the great mossy oaks of Lake Alice, people come from all over the world come to the small community of Wewahitchka, Florida each spring to taste and take home the locally grown rare, delicious delicacy – Tupelo honey. This year, the Tupelo Honey Festival will be held at Lake Alice Park on May 18, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Home of the country’s finest Tupelo honey, farmers from the area will have booths of honey at the...

City of DeFuniak Springs hosts Lakefest May 17, 18

There will be something for everyone at the annual DeFuniak Springs Lakefest May 17 – 18, 2024. LakeFest is an annual festival in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, celebrating safe, recreational activities for the entire family on the water and banks of beautiful Lake DeFuniak. The 2024 event is comprised of a fish fry, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, toy duck hunts, hilarious cardboard boat races, and the thrill of watching hydro-flight athletes performing for the crowds. There will be live entertainment, waterslides, a...

Artsquest Fine Arts Festival at Grand Boulevard May 4, 5

ArtsQuest, the 36th Annual Fine Arts Festival produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), is pleased to announce the 2024 Festival’s Featured Artist, Bradley Copeland.  Copeland’s work will be featured at ArtsQuest, a beloved May tradition taking place May 4th & 5th in Grand Boulevard Town Center‘s North Park. Bradley Copeland is a prolific 26 year-old artist living in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Bradley’s passion for art has existed for as long as she can remember. After...

History tour at Camp Helen State Park May 4

Enjoy a history tour of Camp Helen State Park from 10 – 11 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. Join park ranger staff for a guided history tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Follow along as staff share park history from the Hicks family building the historic structures that still stand on the grounds, all the way through the colorful history of Avondale Textile Mill’s utilizing the property as their employee summer retreat. Please dress appropriately for...

New trailhead in Point Washington State Forest opens in Seagrove

A new trailhead into the Point Washington State Forest trails has opened in Seagrove. The new location named 30A Trailhead offers abundant parking, picnic areas, bike racks, and restrooms and is located just west of The Lodge Hotel and directly behind YOLO Board and Bike, 4695 E County Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Coordinates 30.31164° N, 86.10090° W The “Pink Tail” is marked with pink blazes and ties directly into the Eastern Lake Trail which is part of the...

Fly Into Spring kite festival on Okaloosa Island April 6, 7

Fly into spring this year and join the fun at Kitty Hawk Kites annual Fort Walton Beach Kite Festival. The festival will held at the Okaloosa Boardwalk on Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. See some of the largest kites in the world take flight and decorate the sky with characters and animals as large as 100 ft. It’s sure to be fun...

Guided nature hike at Camp Helen State Park April 4

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. The Friends of Camp Helen are excited to be open...

Where to find the Easter eggs in north and south Walton

Enjoy an Easter egg hunt at a variety of locations and dates in north and south Walton this 2024 Easter season. March 26 – Walton County Coastal Branch Library Santa Rosa Beach Easter Egg Hunt – Join the Easter Egg Hunt for kids at Coastal Branch Library on Tuesday, March 26 starting at 10 a.m. Great for kids of all ages. This event is sponsored and fully supported by the Friends Group of Coastal Branch Library. Please bring your egg...