An annual community event that continues the tradition that began with the chautauqua movement a 150 years ago. This year's theme is Florida Pioneers in honor of Walton County's Bicentennial.

The event kicks off with a free opening ceremony event at the amphitheater at the lake yard. Then stay to enjoy adult beverages in the tavern, yard games, food trucks, and music from the Walton County and North Okaloosa Community Bands.

There are plenty of free living history exhibits around the lake yard on Friday and Saturday. There will be a farm-to-table dinner Friday and Saturday night with live entertainment sponsored by Dirty Hand Farm.

Living history sessions begin at 9 AM Friday and Saturday. Some of our featured speakers include Sam Carnley, Bruce Cosson, Brend Rees, Lizzy Wilson, and

There will be a living history tea will guests may meet Harriet Beecher Stowe portrayed by Jan Tournquist. Winnie the Pooh will make an appearance, be available for some photos, and read a story.

There will be cornhole competitions. Living history exhibits by the Forestry, Fish and Wildlife, T-Mobile (phones over the past 100+ years), and pioneer families. Dulcimer workshops, watercolor workshops, swing dance workshops. Live entertainment. So many fun things to do.