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Freeport Bayfest Nov. 4

The annual Freeport Bayfest will be held on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Freeport Regional Sports Complex. Family friendly and free event with live music, bounce houses, pony rides, mullet toss, cooking contest, kids art contest, Jeep enthusiast show, food and craft vendors, and more. 9:00 a.m.: Ribbon cutting, Miss Bayfest and Miss Freeport 2023 9:00 a.m.: Festival starts 10:00 a.m.: Jeep show 10:00-11:00 a.m.:  Live music with Alonzo Russell 11:00 a.m.: Taste of...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Nov. 20

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:  ...

History tour at Camp Helen State Park Nov. 4

Enjoy a history tour of Camp Helen State Park from 10 – 11 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. Join park staff and volunteers on a walk through the rich history of the park. Learn about the early indigenous people who occupied this land all the way through to the 1920s when the park was developed as a private residence for the Hicks family and later turned into a summer retreat for Avondale Textile mill employees and their families....

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

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023 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...

Mountainfilm on tour comes to Santa Rosa Beach Nov. 3, 4

The annual Mountainfilm on Tour returns to the WaterColor Marina Park Amphitheater on Nov. 3 and 4, 2023. Gates open at 5:45 p.m., film starts at 7 p.m. This 2-night outdoor film festival is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and motivating audiences about issues that matter. Each year Mountainfilm on Tour travels around the globe featuring a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and enlightening documentary short films selected from the best-loved films from the annual festival in Telluride. The films selected...

Blues and Brews Festival in Chipley Oct. 14

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their inaugural Blues & Brews Fall Music Festival on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m.  The festival will be held near the old train depot at 785 7th Street.  Blues & Brews features 4 regional blues bands, craft beer, and food vendors.  This is a free festival EXCEPT for those wishing to consume alcohol.  Those wishing to consume alcohol will be ID’d and charged $10 for a wristband and...

October Halloween and fall happenings in north and south Walton

Enjoy a variety of Halloween fun in north and south Walton during October 2023. North Walton Every Friday and Saturday night in October and Oct. 31 – Freakshow, 852 Baldwin Ave., DeFuniak Springs from 7 – 10 p.m. each night. Get your fright night terror fix and brace yourself for a night of heart-pounding scares, spine-chilling surprises, and hair-raising screams. All ages welcome, but ages 13+ recommended. Tickets $10 cash at the door. Hosted by Fright Nights on Main Street....