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Late
February
Spring
Break
Held when
colleges break for spring, usually late February – March
Events held
throughout the area.
March
Spring
Break
Held when
colleges break for spring, usually during the entire month of March
Events held
throughout the area.
Hog’s
Breath Annual Cobia Shootout Tournament
Usually held
in late March
850-837-5100
Weigh in from 6pm until 8pm nightly at Hog's Breath with food, drinks
and entertainment. Cash prizes include random daily drawings.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Destin Commons Center Court
Held on March 17
850-337-8700
Enjoy a festive Irish Bagpipe concert. The fountain flows green and
children wearing green receive St. Patty’s Day treats.
April
Emerald Coast Volleyball Week
Usually held mid-April
850-243-2555
Four player volleyball tournament held over 5 days each year at
Sundestin Beach Resort in Destin.
Musical Echoes
Usually held late April
850-243-4405
This 3 day annual event features music and dance performances by Native
American artists, seminars on flute making and playing, and an outdoor
market with Native American art, beadwork, clothing and more.
June
Mattie
Kelly Concerts in the Park
Kelly
Plantation Park
Held during
the last three weeks of June
850-650-2226
The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents its annual summer concert
series featuring locally and nationally recognized artists. Bring a lawn
chair and a picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of music for all ages.
Sand-sational Summer Sand Fest
Destin Commons Center Plaza
Usually held mid-June
850-337-8700
Enjoy sandcastle building by a professional and watch as he/she creates
a spectacular work of art. Families are invited to join in the sand
activities.
October
AJ's Annual Shuck-Off
Usually held early October
850-259-3958
Oyster shucking competition held at AJ's
Seafood and Oyster Bar in the Destin Harbor. Participants compete for
prizes including an all-expense paid trip to the National Championships
in Maryland.
AJ’s
Annual Mullet Toss-Off
Usually held
in mid-October
850-837-1913
Mullet tossing competition held at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar on the
Destin Harbor. Participants compete for prizes from local merchants.
26th Annual Destin Seafood Festival
Morgan Sports Center
Usually held early October over a 3 day weekend
850-837-6241
Enjoy an arts and crafts expo, foods from local restaurants, and fun
activities for the entire family.
Destin Crab Trap Triathlon
James Lee Park
Usually held early October
850-864-2416
The Crab Trap Triathlon consists of a 400 yard swim, a 10 mile bike ride
and a 3 mile run.
Registration is limited to the first 400
participants.
Destin Festival of the Arts
Henderson Beach State Park
Usually held late October
850-650-2226
The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents a juried fine arts show
representing artists from around the country. The event features a
children's activity tent, student art exhibit, live entertainment and
bistro cafe.
November
Annual
Holiday Doggy Parade
Usually held
in mid-November
800-337-8700
Bring the family dog to Destin dressed for the holidays for a parade
down Main Street of Destin Commons.
Destin
Commons Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival
Usually held
in mid-November
850-337-8700
Welcome Santa to Destin at the annual lighting of the 40-foot tree.
Enjoy a parade, holiday goodies and more.
Annual
Edwin Watts Golf Regional Golf Show
Usually held
in mid-November
850-267-8117
Golf’s major manufacturers display their latest products at the Edwin
Watts Regional Golf Show. There are opportunities to try out the latest
equipment on the driving range and special appearances by touring
professionals and other VIPs. In addition, there are daily giveaways,
contests, clinics, tournaments and more.
December
Sounds of
the Season
Destin
Community Center
Usually held in mid-December
850-650-2226
The Mattie Kelly Foundation presents its annual “gift” to the community.
The event features a guest conductor, the Community chorus and more.
Annual
Holiday on the Harbor
Destin
Harbor
Usually held
in mid-December
850-837-4242
This event introduces the holiday season by lighting up the Destin
Harbor in a festive reflection of holiday lights surrounding the water.
Boat cruises and other festivities take place during the event.
Annual
Christmas Parade
Usually held
in mid - December
850-837-4242
Parade route
begins on Highway 98 at Main Street and ends at Stahlman Avenue.
Chalk Drawing with Santa
Morgan Sports Center
Usually held late December
850-650-1241
Children of all ages may visit with Santa and participate in decorating
the pathway into the Children’s Park. Chalk is provided.
Annual
Sandestin Boat Parade & Stroll
Events Plaza
at The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Destin Harbor
Usually held
in mid-December
850-837-4242
Festively-decorated boats parade from the Choctawhatchee Bay to the
Baytowne Marina. Stroll through the Village both before and after the
parade to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays. For the best
view, catch the parade from the Village boardwalk. After the parade,
enjoy a celebration with live holiday music, merry-making, caroling and
arts & crafts for kids and adults. Open to public. Subject to change
based on weather.
Rockin’
Village New Year’s Eve Celebration
Events Plaza
Held
December 31
850-650-2226
Admission
Free
Enjoy live music in the Events Plaza all night long leading up to the
annual firework's extravaganza over the lagoon at midnight. Make sure to
gather the family and ring in the New Year with the Village's magical
fireworks show. |
