Events
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.
