30A Wine Festival at Alys Beach
This 13th-annual 30A Wine Festival at Alys Beach is scheduled for Wednesday through Sunday, Feb. 19th-23rd, 2025. The five-day celebration features events and workshops catering to wine enthusiasts, bourbon lovers, foodies, and the festival-enjoying public. Proceeds benefit the Children’s Volunteer Health Network providing health services to uninsured or under-insured children in Okaloosa and Walton counties.
Thursday, Feb. 20th:
- Oysters + Champagne at Arboleda Park | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Savor Gulf of Mexico oysters teamed with delicious champagne and toe-tapping live music.
- Tapas & Tequila at Papilio Park | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Enjoy the festival’s first Tequila & Tapas tasting event while learning from Mexican tequila distillery reps how spirits are distilled and barreled. Accompanied by spirited live music.
Friday, Feb. 21st:
- Bourbon, Beer & Butts at Central Park | 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Partake in an evening of downing bourbon, beer and barbecue, including bourbon from distilleries around the country, beers from local and national breweries, and barbecue from chefs across the Southeast. Accompanied by the Shootouts.
Saturday, Feb. 22nd:
- Grand Tasting at South Charles Street | 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Sip wines from around the world coupled with scrumptious small bites from local and regional restaurants. Featuring more than 80 wines.
Sunday, Feb. 23rd:
- Gospel Brunch at Gulf Green | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Relish a bountiful brunch accompanied by mimosas, Bloody Mary’s and coffee cocktails, and the uplifting melodies of a gospel choir.
- Rosé & Croquet at Central Park | 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Enjoy biting into brunch, toasting rosé wines, and placing strategic swings in the 11th annual Croquet Tournament.
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This article was written by Alison in 2024 and updated by BeachGuide staff in 2025.
