South Walton September Events and Festivals

Every local knows that fall is the best time of year at the beach. With fewer crowds, spectacular sunsets and a wide array of events to suit a variety of interests, the beach communities within Miramar Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Dune Allen and Blue Mountain Beach are a perfect locale for a fall escape. Here’s a round-up of some of our favorite fall events for 2019.

Sept. 19: Bubbly Baytowne: 5-7 p.m.

Join us for an evening full of free champagne and shopping during our Bubbly Baytowne. Sip and Shop through the village streets! Stop in various retail merchants as you enjoy a selection of premium champagnes. * This event is free and for 21 and up only. The village will be open to the public during this event..

=         Website: http://www.baytownewharf.com/what_to_do.php?month=9

=         Address: 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd., Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-8000

 

Sept. 20: 19^th Annual Sacred Heart Charity Golf Classic: 8 a.m.

The Sacred Heart Charity Golf Classic is a prestigious event amongst area golfers. Since its inception in 2002, the annual golf classic has raised more than $4 million for Sacred Heart Hospital, supporting a variety of departments. This year’s fundraising will benefit the Comprehensive Spine Program expansion that includes the addition of a 5th operating room and equipment supporting robotic spine surgeries due to the current four operating rooms that are at capacity, night and day, six days a week.

=         Website: https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/events/sacred-heart-19th-annual-charity-golf-classic/?instanceDate=2019-09-20

=         Address: 3300 Burnt Pine Lane, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 278-3702

 

Sept. 21: International Coastal Cleanup at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: 9:15-11:30 a.m.

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on International Coastal Cleanup Day for a beach cleanup on Saturday September 21 from 9:15 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Help keep the beach safe for the threatened and endangered species that call the beach home by minimizing the impact of marine debris on the beach and in the Gulf.

To register as a beach cleanup volunteer please call (850) 267-8330 and provide your name, email address, phone number and number of people coming.

=         Website: https://www.topsailparkfriends.org/

=         Address: 7525 W. Scenic Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-8330

 

Sept. 26: Emerald Coast Theatre Company presents The Fantasticks: 7:30 p.m.

The Fantasticks is the longest-running musical in the world and with good reason: at the heart of its breathtaking poetry is a purity and simplicity that transcends cultural barriers. The Fantasticks is a funny and romantic musical about a boy, a girl, and their two fathers who try to keep them apart. The narrator, El Gallo, asks the audience to use their imagination and follow him into a world of moonlight and magic.

=         Website: www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org

=         Address: 560 Grand Boulevard; Suite 200, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 684-0323

 

Sept. 27: The Big Give Benefitting CVHN: 6-10 p.m.

This annual event raises money that directly impacts Children’s Volunteer Health Network programs serving children in need. The evening will be filled with live music, dancing, and live and silent auctions. Bud & Alley's will put together a delectable buffet dinner and a cash bar will be available. Dress in your coastal chic, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready for a memorable evening raising funds for the kids!

Tickets on sale now https://e.givesmart.com/events/dPy/ - One drink ticket, dinner, and lots of fun included with $100 ticket.

=         Website: www.cvhnkids.org 

=         Address: 2236 E. Co. Hwy. 30A, Seaside

=         Phone: (850) 622-3200

 

Sept. 28: Oktoberfest at Grayton Beer Brewpub: 12-4 p.m.

Grayton Beer Company will host its inaugural Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 28, 2019, from 12-4 p.m. at our Brewpub located on 30A in Grayton Beach, Florida. The outdoor festival, benefitting Food for Thought Outreach, is the brewery’s nod to the famous 16-day celebration of food and beer indulgence held annually in Munich Germany.

=         Website: www.graytonbeer.com/brewpub

=         Address: 170 E. Co. Hwy. 30A, Grayton Beach

=         Phone: (850) 213-4000

 

Sept. 28: Eggs on the Beach: BBQ Competition at Seascape: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

The sixth annual Big Green Egg Cooking Competition will be held Sept. 28 at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach, celebrating the delicious results of cooking on the Big Green Egg smoker/grill. Cook teams will be smoking and grilling their favorite dishes while tasters vote for their favorites. At Eggs on the Beach, participants taste samples from 30 cook teams, enjoy live music, Knob Creek craft cocktail tasting seminar, ENCO Sports Zone, charity drawing and more. Proceeds benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought.

=         Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1149219818598702/

=         Address: 556 Seascape Drive, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 269-4666

 

BONUS:

ON WEDNESDAYS

 Wednesday Night Concert Series at Baytowne Wharf: 7 p.m.

The Wednesday Night Concert Series returns to Baytowne. Sit back and relax as you take in the cool crisp air and enjoy live entertainment from local and regional talent from a variety of genres. Concert begins at 7 p.m. on the Events Plaza Stage. Upcoming performances include: The Good Lookings – Sept. 4, The Blenders – Sept. 11, Modern Eldorados – Sept. 25.

=         Website: www.baytownewharf.com/what_to_do.php?month=4

=         Address: 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Sandestin

=         Phone: (850) 267-8000

 

Wednesday Family Fishing Tournaments: 12 p.m.

Every Wednesday through September stop by the Baytowne Marina Bait Shop to receive your fishing rod. The family to catch the biggest fish and provide a picture to the bait shop will receive a prize! *1 rod per family, must bring photo back by 1:30 p.m. Fish are catch and release.

=         Website: www.sandestin.com 

=         Address: 9300 US Hwy 98, Miramar Beach

 

ON THURSDAYS

Grayton Beer Brewpub Thursday Trivia Night: 6-8 p.m.

Join the staff of Grayton Beer Brewpub every Thursday night to test your knowledge against other teams. Enjoy $12 Pitcher specials, small-batch beers, craft cocktails and dinner. Teams of 6 are best, if you don’t have a team you can make some new friends at the brewpub! 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners each week.

=         Website: graytonbeer.com/

=         Address: 170 E County Hwy 30A, Grayton Beach

=         Phone: (850) 213-4000

 

Outdoor Theatre: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at Grand Boulevard: 7-10 p.m.

Each Thursday, Emerald Coast Theatre Company presents an adaptation of “Much Ado About Nothing.” Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy Shakespeare under the stars at the Grand Park in Grand Boulevard. This hilarious comedy is about misunderstandings, love and deception. The course of true love never did run smooth. To add to the fun Abrakadoodle will offer a themed kid’s craft pre-show at 7 p.m. In the event of rain, join us at the ECTC theatre upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard. All parking for event is on site at Grand Boulevard. Free and open to the public.

=         Website: emeraldcoasttheatre.org

=         Address: 495 Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 684-0323

 

Throwback Thursday Cinema at Baytowne Wharf: 7 p.m.

Grab  your lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxing evening with Baytown Wharf’s free Throwback Thursday feature film.

=         Website: www.baytownewharf.com/what_to_do.php?month=4

=         Address: 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd., Sandestin

=         Phone: (850) 267-8000

 

ON FRIDAYS

Live Music Fridays at Marina Bar & Grill at Sandestin: 6 p.m.

Enjoy live music at the Marina Bar & Grill every Friday night. Admission is free and open to the public.

=         Website: facebook.com/sandestinmarinabar/

=         Address: 9300 Hwy 98, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-7778

   

Family Fun Fest at Seascape Towne Centre: 6-10 p.m.

With fun activities for the kids, plenty of dining options, games to play and live music, the family fun fest is a great way to spend your Friday evening at the Seascape Towne Centre. You don’t want to miss the magicians and face painters. 

=         Website: https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/events/family-fun-fest/?instanceDate=2019-08-02

=         Address: 80 Seascape Drive, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 502-8987

 

Saturdays:

Seaside Farmer’s Market at Seaside Amphitheatre: 9 a.m.

Seaside Farmers Market takes place in the Seaside Amphitheater every Saturday rain or shine 9 a.m.-12 p.m.! Seaside Farmers Market is on a mission to educate the public about sustainable practices by providing a well-rounded, green living experience. Vendors offer farm fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, beef from happy cows, heirloom seeds, artisan breads and cheeses, organic eggs, preserves, and doggie treats, to name a few.

=         Website: seasidefl.com/highlights/events-calendar/

=         Address: 2236 E County Hwy 30A, Seaside

 

Farmer’s Market at Grand Boulevard: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine, the Grand Boulevard Farmer's Market features dozens of unique vendors offering mostly locally sourced food-based items such as produce, grass-fed beef, chicken, and pork, local honey, pickled vegetables, gourmet jams, unique homemade hummus, flowers, herbs, soaps and lotions and much more.

=         Website: www.grandboulevard.com/events

=         Address: 495 Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach

 

Family Challenge Saturdays at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: 9 a.m.

Every Saturday bring the family to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a fun challenge you can complete together. Challenges range from geocaching, photo scavenger hunt, a beach scavenger hunt, or an art challenge! Check in at the Park Store between 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. for your family challenge packet. Upon completion, return the packet to the Park Store for your treat.

=         Website: www.topsailparkfriends.org/other-events.html

=         Address: 7525 W. County Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-8330

  

Orvis Fly Fishing 101 at Orvis Sandestin: 9:50 a.m.

Learn fly-fishing basics in one of Orvis’ free Fly Fishing 101 classes. Perfect for beginners of all ages. Fly Fishing 101 will provide you with free lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging. Each participant will receive special offers on the essential equipment needed to get started. Classes held every Saturday.

=         Website: www.stores.orvis.com/us/florida/sandestin

=         Address: 625 Grand Blvd., Suite 101, Miramar Beach

=         Phone: (850) 650-2174

 

Sundays: 

Sunday Brunch at Stinky’s Fish Camp: 10 a.m.

Every Sunday you can enjoy brunch at Stinky’s Fish Camp, complete with live music from The Steenos and Stinky’s famous Mimosas and Bloody Marys. Every Sunday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

=         Website: stinkysfishcamp.com

=         Address: 5960 West County HWY 30A, Santa Rosa Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-3053

 

Sunday Pickin’ at The Bay: 4-8 p.m.

Every Sunday enjoy live music from Mike Whitty and friends.

=         Website: baysouthwalton.com

=         Address: 24215 Hwy. 331, Santa Rosa Beach

=         Phone: (850) 622-2291

 

Sunday Funday Ranger Program at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: 9 a.m.

Every Sunday come discover more about the park’s natural and cultural history with a Park Ranger. Program begins at 9 a.m. Free with regular park admission.

=         Website: www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/topsail-hill-preserve-state-park

=         Address: 7525 W. County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach

=         Phone: (850) 267-8330

 

With so many fun events and activities the hardest part is picking which ones to attend. Have you booked your September beach getaway? Now is the time! View our collection of South Walton vacation rentals online in Miramar Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Dune Allen and Blue Mountain Beach. 

See you @ the beach!

Published on Tuesday, September 10, 2019