SeaLight Festival
The SeaLight Festival has made its debut at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach and runs through March 31, 2024, Thursday thru Sunday from 5pm – 10pm. The whimsical outdoor walk-through experience showcases over a thousand intricately designed Chinese lanterns and invites visitors of all ages to explore a luminous landscape inspired by Chinese mythology, astrology, and folklore. Attendees will be amazed as they traverse dazzling displays of colorful, festive lights and lanterns, including an animal kingdom, a sea world, and assorted family activities. Tickets are now available for purchase: sealightfestival.com. SeaLight Festival is a rain or shine event.
Adventures in Alys March 4-April 1
The Repertory Theatre is Northwest Florida’s premier professional theatre company. Visit LoveTheRep.com for main stage performances and concerts throughout the year for music and theater lovers.
Rapunzel at Alys Beach Amphitheatre March 5 – April 2
Join The REP as they perform Rapunzel on Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. at the Alys Beach Amphitheatre. This twist on the beloved storybook runs from. A complimentary event proudly presented by the Alys Foundation.
Get ready to untangle your imagination with this hair-raising rendition of Rapunzel that’s full of fun and adventure for the whole family. Join Rapunzel, a girl with impossibly long hair, as she yearns for a life beyond her tower. When a daring young Prince and his trusty horse arrive on the scene, their worlds collide in a cascade of events packed with zany slapstick and action-packed humor. For more information, visit LoveTheREP.com.
Alys Improv Hour Wednesdays March 6-April 3
Alys Improv Hour takes place Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the Alys Beach Amphitheater, March 6 – April 3. Join The REP’s improv troupe, The Awkward Oxen, as they play improv games, and make up scenes and songs on the spot based on audience suggestions. Don’t worry, if you suffer from a bit of stage fright you’re free to hang out and watch and get some laughs.
Movie Mondays at The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and cozy up on the Events Plaza Lawn for a featured film. Free and open to the public. Movies start at 7:15 p.m. March 18: Shrek, March 25: The Lorax, April 1: Peter Rabbit.
Scallyway Sundays at Baytowne Wharf
Join Sandestin’s Village of Baytowne Wharf for magic, music, and mayhem! Watch as featured pirate Captain Davy takes you on an adventure with two magic shows on stage at 7 p.m. & 8 p.m. Sundays, March 24th – March 31st. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Baytowne Wharf Boomin’ Tuesdays & DJ Dance Party
Fly Guy Thursdays at Baytowne Wharf
Enjoy shows from fly-board extraordinaire Ben Merrell over the lagoon on Thursdays, March 21st – April 4th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Watch as he soars to the sky and makes waves on Thursday nights in The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Alys Beach March 30
Join Alys, the White Rabbit, and the Mad Hatter at Central Park for a Mad Hatter Tea Party on Saturday, March 30 from 10AM – Noon. Reservations will not be taken for this event – available on a first come, first serve basis and open to the public. Learn more at www.AlysBeach.com.
Rosemary Beach Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt March 31
Easter Celebration & Annual Egg Hunt takes place on Sunday, March 31 in Rosemary Beach. The annual egg hunt kicks off at 9:45 a.m. Enjoy a complimentary mimosa from Summer Kitchen Café and get your photos taken with the Easter Bunny at Gigi’s immediately following the egg hunt. Remember to BYOB…Bring Your Own Basket!
Seaside Easter Celebration March 31
Come out to Seaside for the annual Easter Celebration on Sunday, March 31st from 11 a.m. til 2 p.m. Visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy the egg hunt in the Amphitheater. Plus: fun activities for guests of all ages. Free and open to all.
Dust Off Your Boots and Get Ready to Rodeo! March 22-23
Come watch some of the nation’s top cowgirls and cowboys compete. Contestants will compete in events including bareback riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, breakaway roping, barrel racing, team roping and bull riding. Rodeo gates open at 6 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. each night. Come early to enjoy live pre-rodeo entertainment at 6:30 by David Gautreau, food vendors, children’s inflatable play area and more! Tickets for the Westonwood Ranch PCA Rodeo are sold at the gate: $20 adults; $15 children 12 years and younger. Free admission for children ages 2 and under. No ticket presales. Want to become a business sponsor? Email admin@westonwood.org or visit westonwood.org.
Doggie EGGstravaganza March 29
Dog-Harmony presents the 9th Annual Doggie EGGstravaganza, a canine-only Easter egg hunt and doggie social, at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin’s Grand Park on Friday, March 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hundreds of dogs and their “furrless” friends will trample the North Lawn while hunting for colorful treat-filled eggs and enjoying live music, libations and lite bites. Puppy-friendly treats will be hidden in over 800 colorful eggs scattered throughout the lawn with designated areas for pets over and under 25 pounds. Free to the public, with a $15 donation or $20 day of the event to participate in the egg hunt. All dogs must be leashed — no prong, choke or shock collars permitted. Tickets for the egg hunt: https://events.humanitix.com/9th-annual-doggie-eggstravaganza. Proceeds support the pups and programs in our community. To learn more, visit dog-harmony.org.
Watersound Block Party April 23
Spend an afternoon outside exploring Watersound Town Center at the Watersound Block Party on Saturday, April 23th from 2-6 p.m. Enjoy live music, face painters, balloon artists, photo booth, lawn games, giveaways and more. This family-friendly event is free & open to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
