Make Your Way to the Area’s Very First Wine Festival!
39 Years of the Sandestin Wine Festival!
Thursday, April 16 – Sunday, April 19
Grand Wine Tastings Friday the 17th, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday the 18th, 1-4 p.m.
The Village of Baytowne Wharf
The 39th year of being THE BEST, the Annual Sandestin Wine Festival, voted “Best Event” by Visit South Walton and known as the “Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals,” will run Thursday, April 16, through Sunday, April 19 at The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin.
A pioneer among Emerald Coast festivals, the Sandestin Wine Festival has been drawing like-minded wine-enthusiasts looking to discover more about the culture and vibe of the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast with a fun filled, come-as-you-are ambiance for almost four decades! Whether you’re a wine aficionado or a grape novice looking to learn more, there’s something for everyone with 100’s of featured wines!
Topping area polls as a must-experience event, this beloved festival offers FOUR full days of unique events including wine dinners with celebrity chefs, wine brunch, live music, interactive experiences, culinary tents, and of course wine tastings.
On Friday, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday 1-4 p.m., the main events shine with 100’s of featured wines and gourmet bites! Enjoy two days of discovery with hundreds of domestic and international wines represented from premier vineyards throughout the globe! Speak with vintner representatives in a rare, intimate setting to learn more about your favorites. Tastings are complemented by gourmet experiences from featured chefs along the Emerald Coast with tents offering delectable bite-sized appetizers perfect for pairing. Local and regional music also set the vibe for fun days of discovery. Rain or Shine, there will be wine! Tickets on sale now! For more information and tickets, visit SandestinWineFestival.com.
Spring has Sprung in The Village of Baytowne Wharf!
March Wednesday Night Concerts
Wednesdays, March 4-25, 7-9 p.m.
This free concert series features both local and regional talent from a variety of genres. Concerts are held on the Events Plaza Stage each Wednesday.
March 4: Below Alabama
March 11: High Tide
March 18: Funky Lampshades
March 25: Forrest Williams
Fun, Sun & Cars! Motors In March
Saturday, March 7 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Calling all Muscle Cars, Euros, Jeeps, Trucks, Corvettes, Imports, Hot Rods, Classics & Exotics! Emerald Coast Customs and 3M Window Tinting Presents the 7th Annual Auto Show on Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Village of Baytowne Wharf to benefit Children In Crisis. Join in for a day of fun, sun, and cars! Awards and trophies will be awarded in nine classes and a Best of Show award. FREE to attend!
St. Paddy’s Day Delight–Paint the Village Green
Monday, March 17 | 6-9 p.m.
Baytowne Wharf is painting The Village GREEN from the lagoon to the lights! Celebrate the Luck of the Irish on Wednesday, March 17, 6-9 p.m., featuring Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance and Live Music from Shenanigans! FREE to attend.
Bubbly Baytowne
Thursday, March 19 | 5-7 p.m.
Join The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an evening full of free champagne and shopping during Bubbly Baytowne. Sip and Shop through the village streets and stop in various retail merchants as you enjoy a selection of premium champagnes.
* Free and for 21 and up only. The village will be open to the public during this event.
Scallywag Sunday
Sundays, March 22 — March 29 | 7-9 p.m.
Watch as featured pirate Captain Davy takes you on an adventure with two magic shows on stage at 7 and 8 p.m. FREE to attend.
Movie Monday
Mondays, March 23 — March 30 | 7 p.m.
Grab a lawn chair or blanket and cozy up on the Events Plaza Lawn for a featured film on our new BIG Screen!!
Spring Break Movie Line Up – March:
3/23: Lilo & Stitch
3/30: Elio
FREE to attend.
Boomin’ Tuesday
Tuesdays, March 24 – March 31 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Enjoy singing and dancing with DJ Mike Whitty in the Events Plaza from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Then watch a breathtaking fireworks show over the Lagoon at 8:30 p.m.
Thursdaze Lights Show
Thursday, March 26 | 8:30 p.m.
Join us Thursday, March 26 at 9 p.m. as we light up the sky with drones that will form images of our favorite beach scenes!
All March Baytowne Wharf events are FREE to attend.
Don’t forget to tune in on Beach TV to watch all that’s going on in The Village of Baytowne Wharf LIVE!
