An outdoor amphitheatre. A nationally acclaimed fine arts festival. A local repertory troupe. When it comes to pairing beauty and the beach, the folks in Seaside have, well… made an art of it.
Of course, that’s exactly what you’d expect from a town that wrote the book on New Urbanism, and where the picture-perfect pastel homes and picket fences lit up the big screen in The Truman Show. But there’s more to Seaside than its design. It’s a beach neighborhood with a profound sense of community, a family-friendly feel, and a whimsical sense of fun that will permeate your entire visit.
Tidings from Seaside
– Latest info, postings and items of interest
Ruskin Artists’ Colony
Nestled behind Seaside’s Central Square is a thriving artists’ colony known as the Shops of Ruskin. Here, in both home and studio, artists create jewelry, boutique clothing, and other one-of-a-kind items. Visit on the first Friday of each month and enjoy ArtWalk, a public celebration of art, music, and culture.updated: May 04, 2012 1:07 pm
Sunset Celebrations at Bud & Alley’s
The sun has been setting in the west since the beginning of time, but at Bud & Alley’s, each sunset is a cause for celebration. Every evening, year round, this iconic beachside eatery is one of the top gathering spots as the sun hits the water. Patrons then toast and cheer another perfect day in South Walton.updated: May 03, 2012 2:31 pm
Get Fired Up!
For kid-friendly fun, or grown-up art expression, get fired up at Fired Up!, Seaside’s paint your own pottery place. Choose from over 500 unique pottery pieces, then add your own flourishes and ideas. It’s a great way to bring home vacation memories and a useful item you painted yourself. Open 10 AM to 5 PM daily.updated: May 03, 2012 2:17 pm
Seaside Post Office
It may be tiny, but the beautiful white building in the middle of Seaside’s Central Square is actually a fully functioning U.S. Post Office. Designed by Seaside founder Robert Davis, it is considered by many to be one of the most photographed post offices in the country.updated: May 03, 2012 2:04 pm
Seaside in Springtime
Small town living and urban appeal wrapped in a beach-front package of sugar-white sand and turquoise water pretty much describes Seaside, America’s standard for New Urbanism. If you think Seaside’s pastel-colored homes and white picket fences are perfect for you this spring, check out our video and see for yourself.updated: Mar 06, 2012 6:26 pm
Seaside Farmers Market
There’s nothing like browsing the stalls of an outdoor market for fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade jams and jellies from local growers. Enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of their labors every Saturday at the Seaside Farmers’ Market from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM on the east side of the green.updated: Mar 06, 2012 6:26 pm
