Date/Time
Date(s) - 11/06/2025 - 11/08/2025
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Categories
South Walton is striking a new cultural chord this fall with the launch of its inaugural SOWAL Jazz Fest, a three-night celebration of world-class music and community connection. From November 6–8, 2025, the festival will transform some of 30A’s most beloved venues into intimate jazz clubs, offering unforgettable performances that benefit the non-profit SOWAL Foundation.
Audiences can choose from two evening showtimes—6 p.m. and 8 p.m.—at every venue. Each ticket grants access to a specific performance, allowing guests to design their own festival journey. With tickets starting at just $50, every guest is guaranteed a seat, whether selecting VIP Reserved Seating or General Admission Seating.
Featured Performances
- Frank Sinatra Tribute – Josh Sirten and The Velvet Jazz Quartet bring Ol’ Blue Eyes’ greatest hits to life at SOWAL House on Thursday and Friday nights.
- Billie Holiday Tribute – Sheila Ford with The Velvet Jazz Quartet captures the haunting beauty of Lady Day at SOWAL House on Saturday night.
- Amy Winehouse Tribute – Teresa Lombardi and The Midnight Muses Quartet channel Winehouse’s raw power and passion at Distillery 98, all three nights.
- The Quiet Storm – Jazz legends Bobbie Storm, Wayne Mitchum, and Jimmy Ward deliver coastal jazz and Southern soul at Black Bear’s Bar Room, all three nights.
Venues
- SOWAL House – A cultural hub renowned for its intimate, world-class performances.
- Distillery 98 – A lively blend of craft cocktails, local art, and insider distillery experiences.
- Black Bear’s Bar Room – A cozy Grayton Beach hideaway, perfectly suited for soulful, up-close jazz.
- Ticket Information
Tickets begin at $50 per show and are available now at www.sowaljazzfest.com. Each ticket guarantees entry to one performance. Guests may select VIP Reserved Seating or General Admission to personalize their festival experience.