Destin Festival of the Arts

MKAF Cultural Arts Village 4323 Commons Dr W, Destin, FL

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) presents the annual 25th annual Festival of the Arts October 24 & 25 for an entire weekend of art, music, food and fun for everyone. The area's premiere fine arts festival takes place at the MKAF Cultural Arts Village in Destin, Florida.  Saturday Oct 24 | 9am - 5pm Sunday … Continue reading "Destin Festival of the Arts"

Free

Here Comes Santa Claus

Baytowne Wharf 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL

Get in the winter spirit with us during our Here Comes Santa event on November 28th. Cheer Santa on as he makes his way through Baytowne and watch as he lights our Village tree! Enjoy face-painting, kids crafts, and a beautiful fireworks display! 

Emerald Coast Taco Festival

Come out for the biggest taco event the Emerald Coast has ever seen! We have the best taco restaurants and food trucks from Ft. Walton Beach, Destin, and all the surrounding areas! We will crown the BEST, and also categories for Judges choice, best Margarita, salsa, and other categories TBA. Emerald coast’s Best taco restaurants … Continue reading "Emerald Coast Taco Festival"

$50

Holiday Concert Series & Visits with Santa Dec/02

Baytowne Wharf 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL

Get in the winter spirit with us and listen to some of your favorite holiday classics. This December enjoy our Holiday edition of the Wednesday Night Concert Series. Each concert will feature a festive choreographed light show and visits with Santa. Wednesday Dec. 2nd | Opus One Wednesday, Dec. 9th | Fort Walton Beach High … Continue reading "Holiday Concert Series & Visits with Santa Dec/02"

Free

Olde Holiday Market

210 Harbor Blvd 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL

This festive marketplace features holiday activities, live music (Voices of Vahalla Singers a performance by Niceville High School Chorus), and visits with Santa all day! Get your holiday shopping done early and support local vendors. The event is Saturday, December 12th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm throughout HarborWalk Village.

Free

34th Annual Destin Christmas Boat Parade

210 Harbor Blvd 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL

The evening of Sunday Dec 13, 2020 at 6pm, boats of all sizes will be decorated and lit up for ALL to see along the Destin Harbor. Activities, entertainment & public viewing along the Destin Harbor docks and the restaurants, west of Grand Harbor Condominium. Judging at Margaritaville. Fireworks finale at the end of the … Continue reading "34th Annual Destin Christmas Boat Parade"

Free

Mardi Gras Masquerade 2021

Destin Commons and Events 4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL, United States

Laissez les bons temps rouler or Let the Good Times Roll and join us for our annual Mardi Gras Masquerade. Y’all come out and enjoy the live music, free face painting and photo booth. At 7:00PM, our Mardi Gras parade will kick off so enjoy all the theatrics of Mardi Gras in a family-friendly atmosphere. … Continue reading "Mardi Gras Masquerade 2021"

Free

Mardi Gras Street Party

210 Harbor Blvd 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL

Enjoy Mardi Gras street party down on the Destin harbor, Saturday February 13th. Entertainment from Louisiana’s own Dikki Du & The Zydeco Krewe starts at 12pm on the big stage, the staff will be throwing beads & moon pies for all to catch. Crawfish boil will be ready at 12pm along with other Festive eats: … Continue reading "Mardi Gras Street Party"

Free

Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi

Baytowne Wharf 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL

Prepare to let your hair down on what many call the most festive day of the year, Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday. "Laissez les bon temps rouler" (let the good times roll) with the Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi! Starting at 6 pm join us for a Village Street party complete with music, street … Continue reading "Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi"

Free

Shrimp & Grits Festival

210 Harbor Blvd 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL

Shrimp & Grits Festival benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast The event features creative variations of Shrimp & Grits by local restaurateurs and chefs from Fort Walton Beach to 30A, all competing to be crowned the best on the Emerald Coast. By benefiting the Boy’s & Girls Club of the Emerald … Continue reading "Shrimp & Grits Festival"

$40

2nd Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival

210 Harbor Blvd 210 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL

On Saturday, February 29, over 1,000 people packed the boardwalk for the inaugural Shrimp & Grits Festival along the Destin Harbor, celebrating one of the South’s most beloved dishes. The afternoon was filled with variations of the dish, by local restaurateurs and chefs from Fort Walton Beach to 30A, all competing to be crowned the … Continue reading "2nd Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival"

$35

Mac & Cheese Festival 2021

Destin Commons and Events 4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL, United States

Thought macaroni and cheese was just for kids? Think again! Join us at the 3rd Annual Mac & Cheese Festival benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast on Sunday, March 7 at the Destin Commons! This family-friendly event will feature gourmet, chef-inspired twists on the South’s favorite comfort food. Local restaurants will … Continue reading "Mac & Cheese Festival 2021"

$25