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 Zoo Gallery

From the beginning in 1979, The Zoo Gallery's vision has been to promote American artists, provide products of exceptional quality and to excel in providing outstanding customer service. The Zoo Gallery carries handcrafted pottery, unique jewelry, limited edition prints, handmade furniture, recycled metal, artisan glass, award-winning t-shirts, wearable art, cards...

AJ's Grayton Beach

With live music nightly, this Grayton Beach spot is a great place to gather with friends. A.J.'s also serves up lots of casual dining options, along with plenty of cold drinks....

The Foster Gallery

The Foster Gallery is an artist collective led by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County that features at least a dozen artists on a seasonally rotating basis, along with special exhibits. Named for the late Susan Foster, founder of the Cultural Arts Alliance and one of the area’s first professional...

The Market Shops

Since it's most recent renovation in 2014, The Market Shops has been revamped into an arts and entertainment space hosting concerts, festivals and more! The sprawling green on the east side of the property holds the signature Bloody Mary Festival every fall, the Winter Concert Series, and Free Fitness on...

Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) is a local arts agency that supports the arts through leadership, advocacy, funding, programs and education. The vision of the CAA is to be the catalyst for Walton County's growth as a destination for cultural and artistic excellence through which lives are...

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...

Lori Drew Art Studio

Lori Drew creates in oil and cold wax on handmade wood panels. She invites visitors to her studio/gallery in the Point Washington area of South Walton, steps from the Choctawahatchee Bay, and just 3 miles north of Grayton Beach. It’s a charming working studio where you can watch this 2017...

Gilbert Glassworks

Founded in 2017, Gilbert Glassworks is the premiere glass art studio along the Emerald Coast. Veteran glass artist, Russ Gilbert, founded the studio in hopes of bringing more attention to the unique medium. Education through creation is the goal of the studio, bringing a wide variety of glass classes for...

Red Bird Gallery

This diverse gallery features both national and international artists who each paint in a different style. In addition to the eighteen painters, you will find the work of two well-known glass artists and three clay artists. Each piece is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation....

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