Rainy Day Activities

Art offerings:

Fired Up: Get out of the rainy weather and make a souvenir to take home from your trip all in one stop! At Fired Up you can pick and paint your own piece of pottery, make some as a gift or plan a private painting party! Pottery generally has a 24 hour turnaround time, prices start at $20.

  • Website: firedupseaside.com
  • Phone: (850) 231-3211
  • Address: 27 Quincy Circle, Seaside

The Shard Shop: Nestled in The Shops of Grayton, this friendly Make-Your-Own-Art boutique offers daily classes in ShardWorx, the art of glass and resin on painted canvas. Classes are offered 4-5 times a day and last about an hour. All skill levels age 6-96 are welcome. All materials are supplied. Sign up online or call to reserve a spot in this new way of making art with glass!

  • Website:
  • Phone: (850) 231-0544
  • Address: 26 Logan Lane in Grayton Beach

Santa Rosa Pottery: Make your own creation on a potter’s wheel, sculpt a masterpiece to take home or just visit the gallery to watch quality stoneware being made. Classes can hold up to 5 people, and children 3 years old and up with parent supervision. Combine the beautiful, natural elements of Santa Rosa Beach with clay and glaze for a truly unique experience and keepsake.

  • Website: santarosapottery.com
  • Phone: (850) 368-8610
  • Address: 462 Don Bishop Rd, Santa Rosa Beach

The Zoo Gallery: Located in Grayton Beach and Grand Boulevard Sandestin, this gallery and retail location is filled with fun, unique and spectacular art pieces from artists and designers around the United States and globe.

  • Website: thezoogallery.com
  • Phone: (850) 231-0777
  • Address: 89 Hotz Ave, Grayton Beach

Andy Saczynski Gallery:If you’re looking for a unique and unexpected contemporary art piece to brighten a dreary room or day, visit the Andy Saczynski Gallery at the Shops at Grayton. A former Artist of the Year winner, Andy’s work features reclaimed and recycled materials with bold colors, and each piece has a story. If you’re lucky, Andy may be there creating some of his one-of-a-kind pieces!

  • Website: artbyandyski.com
  • Phone: (850) 502-0072
  • Address: 26 Logan Lane Unit A, Grayton Beach

Mary Hong Gallery:Also at the Shops at Grayton you can find another of our South Walton Artist of the Year winners at Mary Hong’s Gallery of beautiful glass and reclaimed material work. Pop in to see what Mary is working on or to take home your own beautiful piece of South Walton. With pieces ranging from serene beach scenes to small fish and crosses, Mary has something for everyone!

  • Website: maryhongstudio.com
  • Phone: (850) 231-1416
  • Address: 26 Logan Lane Unit F, Grayton Beach

Justin Gaffrey Gallery:Another Visit South Walton Artist of the Year winner, Justin Gaffrey hosts a display of his works in a gallery in Blue Mountain Beach. A self-taught artist, Justin’s pieces are eclectic and truly unique to his style. You can view his work in oils, sculpture and more, Monday-Saturday 10-6.

  • Website: justingaffrey.com
  • Phone: (850) 267-2022
  • 21 Blue Gulf Dr, Santa Rosa Beach

Shopping:

Grand Boulevard: Located at Miramar Beach, Grand Boulevard has a plethora of shopping and dining options to occupy the family for hours on end on rainy days. Visit shops like Lilly Pulitzer, Vineyard Vines, DB Art Gallery and more! If the weather clears up, take a seat on one of the benches in the Grand Park area and enjoy the relaxing fountain or let the kids run around on the grassy area for while!

  • Website: grandboulevard.com
  • Phone: (850) 837-3099
  • Address: 495 Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach

Silver Sands Premium Outlets: With brands like Kate Spade, Banana Republic, Lacoste, Coach, Nike, and more, it’s no wonder that serious shoppers find themselves gravitating to Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Located in Miramar Beach, this shopping center boasts more than 100 retailers, as well as eateries. So no matter what you may be searching for, you’re more than likely going to find it here.

  • Website:
  • Phone: (850) 654-9771
  • Address: 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach

The Shops of Grayton: Treat yourself at the Shops at Grayton. With home décor, jewelry, boutiques and tasty treats, there is something for the whole family here! Stop at their North or South locations for various offerings and grab a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants housed at both locations.

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  • Address: 26 Logan Lane or 32 E County Hwy 30A

Gulf Place Town Center: This community corner offers a bit of everything for its visitors. YOLO Board+Bike, The 30A Store and SOHO beach all call the Town Center home, along with shops like Furry Fanatic, Deep South Market and Jewel Toffier. Shop ‘til you drop and then grab a caffeine pick-me-up at Sunrise Coffee or snag a slice at Pizza by the Sea. Gulf Place Town Center has something for everyone!

  • Website: gulfplacefl.com
  • Phone: (850) 267-8458
  • Address: 95 Laura Hamilton Blvd, Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside Shops: Art galleries, clothing boutiques and specialty shops can all be found at the central square in Seaside. Pick up a new beach read at Sundog Books or take the kids in Duckies Shop of Fun before heading over to Seaside Beach shop for a signature Seasidet-shirt or hat to take home.

  • Website: seasidefl.com/shop-dine-locations
  • Address: Central Square, Seaside

Downtown Watercolor: With some of the most unique shops offered in South Walton, Downtown Watercolor is a can’t-miss stop. Get your candy fix from The Candy Bar before popping into The Blue Giraffe for some fun and funky art pieces, cover all of your resort-wear needs at The Barefoot Princess, Island Clothiers or The WaterColor Store, and get your fishing gear and tips at Old Florida Outfitters before grabbing a bite for yourself from The Wine Bar, Fish Out of Water or Beach Club Grill.

  • Website: watercolorresort.com
  • Phone: (850) 534-5000
  • Address: 34 Goldenrod Circle, Santa Rosa Beach

Downtown Rosemary: Cobblestone streets connect unforgettable boutique shops throughout Downtown Rosemary. Featuring boutique clothing shops, children’s stores, a day spa, art galleries and a book store, Downtown Rosemary is an all-encompassing shopping destination.

  • Website: rosemarybeach.com/merchants
  • Phone: (866) 348-8952

Entertainment:

The REP Theatre: Based in Seaside, the REP is Northwest Florida’s premier professional theatre company. With a constant cycle of shows passing through the 75-seat theatre, The REP has something for the whole family to enjoy.

  • Website: lovetherep.com
  • Phone: (850) 231-0733
  • Address: 216 Quincy Circle, Seaside

Boulevard 10 Movie Theater: Enjoy movies in this state-of-the-art theatre with the “Big-D” auditorium, Ovation Dining Club and seating for 1,800. Order traditional movie concessions from the counter or scoot over to the Ovation counter and order dinner, appetizers and even beer and wine.

  • Website: grandboulevard.com/movies-dining-events-fun/boulevard-10-movie-theater
  • Phone: (850) 460-3288
  • Address: 495 Grand Boulevard Suite 220, Miramar Beach

Blast Arcade & Laser Maze:Nestled in the heart of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin, Blast is fun for the whole family with a laser maze, over 50 arcade games, a shootin’ gallery and more!

  • Website: blastfunandgames.com/about-blast
  • Phone: (850) 654-3333
  • Address: 118 Cannery Lane, Sandestin

Thrills Laser Tag & Arcade: Sister company to Blast, Thrills in Seascape features a one-of-a-kind experience with a 3,500 square foot, 2-level laser tag arena and over 70 player stations of games. There’s something for all ages at Thrills!

  • Website: seascape-resort.com/towne-centre/thrills-laser-tag-arcade
  • Phone: (850) 654-3333
  • Address: 90 Seascape Drive Suite 105, Miramar Beach