Free Summer Concerts. Local Tradition.
Sounds Like Summer · The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center
Now in its 4th year, the 30A Songwriters Festival Summer Series brings live music, community, and unforgettable nights to The Pavilion at Watersound® Town Center.
Jun 18 · Jul 2 · Jul 23 · Aug 13
Free
Family Friendly
Open to the Public
Event Overview
Your Summer Starts Here
Missing the magic of the 30A Songwriters Festival? Keep the vibes going all summer long with an intimate concert series featuring standout artists from the nationally recognized event lineup.
The Songwriters Showcases are part of the “Sounds Like Summer” lineup at The Pavilion at Watersound® Town Center, bringing the spirit of 30A Fest to warm summer nights under the shade of the pavilion.
Join us for four unforgettable FREE evenings of live music, storytelling, and connection in a relaxed outdoor setting designed for music lovers of all ages. Each show features both an opening act and headlining performance, giving audiences the chance to discover new favorites while reconnecting with the authentic, up-close experience that makes the festival so special.
Whether you’re a longtime festival regular or experiencing the 30A music community for the very first time, this series is your chance to soak in the festival vibes all summer long.
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Live music under the covered pavilion
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Featuring artists from the 30A Songwriters Festival community
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Intimate performances and songwriter storytelling
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Easy parking + family-friendly atmosphere
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Bring chairs, blankets, and friends
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Food, drinks, and summer vibes all season long
2026 Summer Showcase Lineup
Four nights under the pavilion
June
18
Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves
Opener ·
Wyatt Espalin
July
02
Jill Andrews & Bob Schneider
Opener ·
TBA
July
23
Cat Ridgeway
Opener ·
Dailen Spencer
August
13
Mindy Smith
Opener ·
Women of Kelley
About the CAA
More Than A Festival, We Are a Creative Community
The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County champions the arts, artists, and creative education throughout Walton County—bringing vibrant cultural experiences like this to life all year long. As a leading force in cultural tourism, creative workforce development, and arts education, the CAA helps shape a thriving, connected community through the power of creativity.
From nationally recognized festivals and public art initiatives to artist support programs and community partnerships, the organization fuels meaningful economic impact while enriching the region’s cultural identity and quality of life. Through every event, installation, and educational opportunity, the CAA continues to keep Walton County creative, inspired, and growing.
Impact Highlights:
$14M+
Estimated annual economic activity
119,000+
Residents & visitors served
800+
Artists supported yearly
100+
Public art works installed
200+
Education workshops yearly
1993
Championing the arts since
A Local Favorite
“The best free night out on 30A all summer.”
Four years running, the Summer Series has become a tradition for families, friends, and first-timers alike a relaxed, welcoming place to gather, listen, and celebrate the music and community that make this coast feel like home.
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