30A and Destin Activities To Bring Home

Painting With a Twist

Enchanting Picnic Company brings a fun new activity for its patrons with painting events. This service includes an indoor or outdoor setup with fun themes, décor, canvases, and, of course, paint! Adults can add a “twist” with wine if desired. Create anything and everything; bring something home that reminds you of your special experience. Guests of Newman-Dailey enjoy 10% off their session. Learn more about Enchanting Picnics online. 

The Shard Shop

Located in Grayton Beach, The Shard Shop is the vision of Glass Artist Mary Hong. The Shard Shop repurposes broken shards of glass of all shapes, sizes, and colors to form and create anything works of art on a blank canvas. Bring beach finds or special mementos to make your piece even more sentimental. Patrons can book a public or private class. All ages are welcome. Learn more about the Shard Shop online.  Address: 26 Logan Ln. Cottage, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32549

Glass Deer Glassblowing Studio

Located off CR 393 in Santa Rosa Beach, the Glass Deer allows creatives of all ages to create glass art. From glassblowing in a kiln to glass fusing to intricate flamework, and even calligraphy, there are a vast array of options to discover the joys of creating works of art from glass. Whether you display your work at home or at the office, it will quickly become the focus of conversation. Classes are offered for all skill levels from novice to expert. Explore class options for Glass Deer online. Address: 416 S Co Hwy 393, Unit 6.1, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32549

Gulf Place: Art Walk

Gulf Place houses many local artists and merchants that have an array of goodies. There are 8 colorful galleries filled with 30A artists' works. Mediums range from jewelry, pottery, photography, tie-dye art, sculptures, acrylics, painted vintage windows, high-quality recycled poly outdoor furniture, and much more! Perfect for those looking for authentic 30A and South Walton one-of-a-kind artwork and prices to suit any budget. Visit Gulf Place Online for seasonal events & classes.  Address: Gulf Place Town Center, 45 Town Center Loop, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32549

Redbird Art Experience

Redbird is an art shop where patrons can express their creativity and still use sustainable resources. Redbird utilizes recycled materials to create works that range across all different mediums of art. Pop in for frequent community events and, at times, baked goods. Visit The Redbird Art Experience on Facebook or call (850) 865-7943 for details. Address: 2001 98 Palms Blvd., #5, Destin, FL 32541

Miramar Beach Creative Campus

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) introduced the Miramar Beach Creative Campus last year. The new Creative Campus is a collaboration of the CAA’s Foster Gallery and J. Leon Gallery + Studio, and features rotating exhibits, special exhibitions, multi-disciplinary classes, a ceramics studio, youth programs, special events and more in the 5,000 square foot space. View current rotating exhibits and classes for Foster Gallery online. Address: 13370 US Hwy. 98, Miramar Beach, FL 32550.

Nearby 30A & Destin  Vacation Rentals

Whether you like to paint, sculpt, fuse or just get creative, the South Walton and Destin area is ready to help you bring home a one-of-a-kind treasure to remind you of your time along Florida's Emerald Coast. Check out our vacation rental homes and condominiums near artist galleries and classes, including Sanctuary at Redfish luxury condos along 30A in Blue Mountain Beach. Remember to always book direct with Newman-Dailey for our best rate guarantee. 

See you @ the beach!