Arts & Culture

South Walton’s unique neighborhoods are home to an amazing collection of talented artists, performers and musicians. The art scene in South Walton is as diverse as the destination itself, showcasing everything from art galleries, digital projection festivals to live music and on-stage theatrical performances.

So whether you’re looking to spend the evening soaking up some live tunes from a local musician or want to explore incredible works of art from one of our distinguished artists, the heartbeat of South Walton’s arts and culture scene is always within reach.

The Art of Simple

Photography by Michael Granberry, 2010 South Walton Artist of the Year, along with artwork by a contemporary mix of Southern artists including Donna Blackard, Kent Youngstrom, Laura Granberry, Dolan, Roy Livingston, and Tres Taylor....

The Gulley Amphitheater

Located along Scenic Highway 30A, the Gulley Amphitheater is complimented by a collection of shops, art galleries and eateries....

The Bay

Sit back and relax at The Bay, as your look out at the Choctawhatchee Bay, sip on a cold cocktail, nibble on chef-inspired eats and tap your toes to the tunes. As part of the annual Perfect in South Walton Awards, The Bay took home Gold honors in the "Best...

Stinky's Bait Shack

Stinky's Bait Shack is Highway 30A's only live bait retailer & outfitter. The Shack sits on a Coastal Dune Lake on the west end of Scenic 30A in Dune Allen Beach, Florida. Half bar, half fishing and bait fun shop, Stinky's Bait Shack is the only place you can grab...

East End Gallery

East End Gallery is a unique collaborative gallery of original art from award-winning local and regional artists. The gallery is conveniently located at the east end of 30A, behind Shades Bar & Grill. Exhibitions rotate frequently, so check in often. Monday-Friday 10am-4pm Saturday by appointment...

Kyle Paxton - Artist. Musician. Composer.

Kyle Paxton is a local artist known for his portraiture as well as imaginative take on the local wildlife and landscape. Kyle is also known for his conceptual pieces, working almost completely from his imagination. His work is shown and available at kylepaxton.com. CURRENT PROJECT Kyle is known for his portraiture. He...

Underwater Museum of Art

Located less than a mile from the sugar-white sand of Grayton Beach State Park lies North America’s first permanent underwater sculpture park, The Underwater Museum of Art (UMA). The museum, which came to life through a partnership between the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), the South Walton Artificial...

Moon Creek Gallery

Photographer Kurt Lischka draws inspiration from the rhythms and textures of the natural world. His South Walton coastal home in the Florida Panhandle is a stunning place of surprises, cycles and change. Kurt has been published in a wide variety of publications including numerous books, The New York Times, National Geographic...

J.Leon Gallery + Studio

Born with a vision to make high-end art attainable for everyone, J.Leon supports and promotes its artists while presenting guests with unique ways to engage with and uncover their next favorite work of art. More than a gallery, J.Leon is home to a working ceramics studio and offers a robust...

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