By Lynne ChristenThe spring 2010 calendar is filling up fast along the
Beaches of South Walton. So it’d be best to plan ahead. These festivals and special events are worth the trip.

On February 19,
ANNIKA Experience at WaterSound is a celebration of active lifestyles and wellness education. Whether you are a serious or casual runner, lace up your running shoes and head to America's classic beach town Sunday, March 7, for the
Seaside Half Marathon and 5K Run. Don’t wait to book your slot. The 5K run is limited to the first 750 participants and the half marathon is limited to the first 2000 participants. Music lovers will rock out at the 2nd Annual Guitar Hero Tournament, March 19 at Seaside. Car buffs get revved up at the 9th Annual 30A Car Show at Rosemary Beach, March 27.

Hop down for Easter and Easter Egg Hunts galore on April 4 at Eden State Gardens, Rosemary Beach, Seaside, WaterColor and the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Resort. Join women of like mind for a 5-day journey of health and wellness at the
Soul Sisters Yoga Retreat at Seagrove Beach, April 21-25. A must for wine lovers: The April 22-25
Sandestin Wine Festival showcases more than 600 domestic and international wines and a host of wine dinners and fun events.
Go Behind the Lens and learn how acclaimed photographers, John Moran and Richard Sexton, capture their amazing photos, April 30 and May 1 at Rosemary Beach. Focus will be landscape and architecture photography. And back for the 22nd year, Artsquest at Seaside, May 7-10 is a celebration of creativity that includes gallery self-guided tours, student art exhibits and a festival with over 100 artists, live entertainment and children activities.
For more information on these and other Emerald Coast events, check the calendar at the
Beaches of South Walton.