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Walton County Fair in DeFuniak Springs Oct. 9 – 14

The Walton County Fair, a tradition since 1924, kicks off six days of family fun on Monday, Oct. 9, 2016. Sticking to its roots as an agricultural fair, there will be livestock competitions every day including rabbit, poultry, hog, horse, lamb, goat and cattle shows. The Fair also provides an opportunity for youth and adults to showcase their artwork, handicrafts, growing crops. Other activities will include a greased pig contest, hot dog and pie eating contests, baked goods for sale...

Haunted House at old Lakeside Hospital in DeFuniak Springs Oct. 13, 20, 21, 27, 28

The DeFuniak Springs Art Co-Op, Inc. in cooperation with the Florida Chautauqua Association transforms the former Lakeside Hospital at 1290 Circle Drive in DeFuniak Springs, Florida into a fright night this October. “An Evening with Jason – Long Night at Camp Blood” premieres on Friday, Oct. 13 from 7 pm – midnight. Encore presentations take place the following weekends: Friday, Oct. 20, Saturday, Oct. 21, from 7 – 10 pm and Friday and Saturday, Oct 27 and 28, from 7...

Coastal Dune Lake Day at Grayton Beach State Park Oct. 21

Date/time: Sat. Oct. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Coastal Dune Lake Day will celebrate our rare coastal dune lakes in South Walton county. Come out and enjoy a day along Western Lake at Grayton Beach State Park, and learn all there is to know about this local treasure. Take a tour on foot, kayak, or SUP from the experts. Hear about local history and folklore surrounding the lakes. Grayton Beach State Park is located in Walton County, South of...

Rock the Falls Festival at Falling Waters State Park Oct. 21

Date/time Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Falling Waters State Park and the Washington County TDC are proud to present the 2nd Annual Rock the Falls Music Festival. Live music will be played by award winning recording artists along with crafters all set to the backdrop of what has been called the most amazing geological feature in Florida. Crafters will include woodworkers, soap makers, glassworks, ceramics, jewelry, custom knives and much more. A kid’s zone will be set...

Vintage RV show at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Oct. 7

CANCELLED Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for “Rollin’ Through the Decades” a Vintage and Antique RV Show on October 7, 2017 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.  Attendees will get to visit with performer Tim Jackson, explore a 1953 New Moon Trailer made famous by the popular couple Lucy & Ricky as well as view other vintage and antique RVs and campers. Attendees will also be able to enjoy presentations and activities in camping related exhibits. Event is free...

Art in the park at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Oct. 13

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is offering a watercolor class with local artist Carol Dickson on Oct. 13.  Class fee is $25 and includes all materials needed. The class will be from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Classes are limited to 10 participants and participants must be at least 12 years of age.  Registration is due 7 days before class date and can be done in the park store or online at www.topsailparkfriends.org.  The park store is open seven days a...

Celebrate 140 years of Governor Stone Schooner Sept. 25 and Oct. 22

The Bay County Historical Society is pleased to resume their monthly “Adventures in History” series on Monday, September 25, 2017 at 7:00 pm at the Bay County Library. The September adventure follows the 140 year history of the last remaining working gaff rigged Gulf Bay Schooner, Governor Stone, from her construction in Pascagoula Mississippi to her National Historic Landmark designation in 1991 and settling into her designated home port of St. Andrews, Florida in 2013. The Governor Stone was part...

Sunset paddle at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Sept. 30

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a Sunset Paddle on September 30, 2017 from 5 – 7:30p.m. Experience Campbell Lake on a Ranger guided paddling tour. Participants must be experienced canoers/kayakers over 12 yrs. old. Program is $40 per person. Space is limited. Advanced online registration is required and can be done at www.topsailparkfriends.org. Program fee includes watercraft rental, PFD, paddle, park admission fee, glow sticks, tram ride to Campbell Lake and a donation to the Friends of Topsail...