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Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Dec. 2

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Dec. 2 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. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee is...

Enjoy Christmas Reflections around Lake DeFuniak Nov. 26 – Dec. 31

See more than 10 million lights reflect off a perfectly round spring-fed lake glowing in holiday splendor. Enjoy a holiday family tradition in DeFuniak Springs, FL as Chipley Park lights up with the annual Christmas Reflection displays. A variety of Victorian, animal and toy soldier cutouts, Santa’s workshop, the grandfather clock ticking away are among the thousands of decorations which adorn these historic grounds. This event is orchestrated and hosted by the City of DeFuniak Springs. Christmas Reflections is open...

Christmas markets in north and south Walton Nov. 27, 28

Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market at WaterColor Nov. 27 An extreme holiday extravaganza complete with falling snow, horse-drawn carriage rides, s’mores, Santa, luminaries and a winter market. The market will be held on Sat., Nov. 27, 2021 from 3 – 9 p.m. Watercolor is located just west of Seaside along Scenic Hwy. 30A. For more information email info@monarkevents.com Hometown Christmas market at the Walton County Fairgrounds Nov. 27 – 28 The annual Hometown Christmas will be held Saturday, Nov....

Baytowne on Ice open through Feb. 6

Dust off those skates and get in the winter spirit at The Village of Baytowne Wharf’s Baytowne on Ice. For those visitors who miss the cold and ice, their seasonal ice rink is the perfect opportunity to share some of your favorite holiday traditions. Ice rink is open October 31st – February 6th. Hours vary daily. Click Here for Baytowne on Ice Schedule The Village of Baytowne Wharf is located at 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Miramar Beach.  (800) 622-1038 GPS...

Freeport Bayfest Nov. 6

Come celebrate the joy of the Bay at Bayfest in Freeport at the Freeport Regional Sports Complex, Hammock Bay, Freeport, FL. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 from 10 am to 6 pm. Promising to be a fun day for the entire family, with fishing tournament, disc golf tournament, numerous vendors and food vendors, a kid’s zone with bouncy houses, car show, pony rides, mullet toss, corn hole, and more. SChedule: 10 am- Ribbon Cutting by Miss Freeport Queens 10 am-...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Nov. 4

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Nov. 4 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. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee is...

Flutterby Festival and Monarch Art Trail opening in Watersound Nov. 12 – 14

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) is proud to announce the anticipated official opening of the Watersound Monarch Art Trail (MAT), an outdoor sculpture project created by the CAA with support from The St. Joe Community Foundation. The November 12th grand opening will kick off a weekend of festive events that offer creative education and fun for the whole family. It is well-known that Northwest Florida is part of the migratory path of the Monarch butterfly, and every...

Family Halloween and movie night at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Oct. 22

Join the Friends of Topsail on Friday, October 22nd for a Family Movie Night at the park amphitheater. Activities and offerings will include showing Hocus Pocus, face painting, kids crafts, costume contest, food truck, specialty drinks, concessions, candy and more. All participants are encouraged to wear a costume. Food truck and crafts begin at 5:00 p.m. Movie at 6:20 p.m. Event participation fees are a suggested donation of $5 for individuals and $10 for families (up to 5). All proceeds...