Events - Destin

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Events Calendar - Destin Florida
Best Bet: Destin HarborWalk Village for the HolidaysEnjoy a free concert every Sunday on the Destin Harbor. Concerts are free and open to the public. Time : 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Feb 4 Mardi Gras Kick Off Parade
Enjoy dazzling floats, colorful costumes, street performers, and float riders tossing handful of beads! Stay and enjoy live music on the Main Stage after the parade.
Time : 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Best Bet: Sandestin® Golf and Beach ResortFebruary 18 Gumbo Festival, February 19 The Modern Bridal Expo, April 26-29 Sandestin Wine Festival, May 12-13 ANNIKA & Friends Event, June 20 to June 24 The Ultimate Fishing Tournament, August 18 26th Annual Sandestin Triathlon.
Best Bet: Mattie Kelly Arts CenterThe Mattie Kelly Fine & Performing Arts Center is located on the Niceville campus of NWF State College at 100 College Boulevard and is easily accessible via U.S. Highway 285, Highway 85 and the Mid-Bay Bridge. For more information, a season brochure or to purchase tickets call 850.729.6000 or visit www.mattiekellyartscenter.org.
Best Bet: Act4Murder Dinner Mystery ShowAct4Murder is made up of professional actors presenting comedic murder mysteries for dinner theater. The shows are performed while you enjoy a delicious 3-course meal and HUNDREDS of laughs during a night you'll never forget. And remember... someone’s going to die! Will you and your friends win the prize for guessing WHO DUNNIT?
850.862.2885
November 4 – February 5, 2012
Ice Skating Rink (Sandestin®)
The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin®
4 pm – 10 pm
Ice Skating Rink - For those visitors who miss the cold and ice, the ice skating rink at The Village of Baytowne Wharf is the perfect opportunity to get into the winter spirit. The seasonal ice skating rink has become a local holiday favorite. For $10 guests can skate for an hour and a half. Skate rental is available for $2. The first hour of each day is reserved for "kids skate" for youths 12 and under. The Ice Rink is available for private functions. For more information, call 850.267.8184 or visit www.sandestin.com/events.
January 2 – February 6, 2012
Destin Snowbird Club
The Destin Snowbird Club will hold registration and the Club meetings at "The Roost" at the Destin Community Center, 101 Stahlman Drive, Destin FL. Dues are $8 per year. The club's "Big Registration" is 10am-Noon Jan.3 and a second Jan.18.Regular registration is 1pm-3pm, Nov.28, Dec.5,12;Jan.9,16 and 23 and Feb.6. The club will participate in the Destin Christmas Parade Dec.10 and will host a Christmas party Dec.14 at the Pelican Beach Conference Center.
Website: www.destinsnowbirds.org
January 28, 2012
Destin's Bayou, Bay & Back 5K Run/Walk, 10K & Half Marathon sponsored by Shoreline Church
Join Biggest Loser Season 8 winner Danny Cahill, title sponsor Shoreline Church, and the Destin Area Sports Commission, during the 2nd Destin's Bayou, Bay & Back 5K Run/Walk, 10K & Half Marathon. It begins at Clement Taylor Park, 131 Calhoun Ave., in Destin, at 7:30 a.m., rain or shine. Awards will be presented to the overall winners, male and female, as well as to winners in multiple age categories. The half marathon, new to the event this year, showcases the Choctawhatchee Bay, Destin Harbor, and East Pass, as its course leads runners through Destin, along a 4-mile undeveloped stretch of Okaloosa Island, and back. Prior to Jan. 28, the race registration fee is $25 for the 5K/10K and $50 for the Half Marathon. Registration may be completed on www.Active.com, before Jan. 25, or by downloading the race brochure. On race day, the registration fee will be $30 for the 5K/10K and $65 for the Half Marathon. Registration may be completed on site. Please note that no bikes or pets will be allowed on the race course. Additional details may be found at www.DestinChamber.com. For more information, please call (850) 837-6241.
Email: mail@destinchamber.com
Phone: (850) 837-6241
Website: www.DestinChamber.com
Event Time: 7:30 a.m.
February 4, 2012
Mardi Gras Parade
Enjoy dazzling floats, colorful costumes, street performers, and float riders tossing handful of beads! Stay and enjoy live music on the Main Stage after the parade.
Email: mwoods@emeraldgrande.com
Phone: (850) 424-0600
Website: http://www.emeraldgrande.com/event.aspx
February 7, 2012
Fort Walton Beach Snowbird Club
General Meetings Headquarters: FWB ELKS CLUB, HWY 98 EAST
Email: fwbsnowbirds@yahoo.com
Phone: (585) 624-3696
Website: fwbsnowbirdclub.com
Event Time: 10:00 am
February 7, 2012
Tops in Blue Concert
To be held at the Emerald Coast Convention Center. The U.S. Air Force's Tops In Blue is offering a free night of family entertainment. In this year's show, Tops In Blue 2011 drums up their own rhythm, Audiences will be tapping their feet to pulsating music from great performers like the jazz of Nat King Cole and Billie Holiday, the great rock n' roll sounds of Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis, the cool Motown R&B of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, hits by J-Lo and Michael Franti, some inspirational country sounds and much, much more! No Tops In Blue show would be complete without famous patriotic music, as they pay tribute to the Heroes of September 11, 2001 as we recognize their sacrifices ten years later. "Tops In Blue is the Air Force's premier entertainment showcase," said Tom Edwards, show producer and chief of Air Force Entertainment. "The new 2011 team is a reflection of the 'best of the best' performers throughout the Air Force." The tour is sponsored in part by Coca-Cola. No Federal Endorsement Of Sponsor Intended
Website: www.topsinblue.com
Event Time: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
February 11, 2012
Mardi Gras on the Island
Mardi Gras comes to North Florida on February 12, 2011! Come enjoy the Carnival atmosphere with live music, costumes, and more.
February 18, 2012
Gumbo Festival
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Prepare your palate while restaurants and businesses vie for the title of "Area's Best" in Gumbo. Cast your vote while enjoying live Zydeco music and family entertainment. Enjoy great food, beverages and many other extras.
February 18 - February 20, 2012
Destin 50 Beach Ultra Marathon
An entire weekend of events for runners including a 5-mile "Fun Run" on Saturday; 50-mile and 50K Ultra Running Races; and 50-mile relay on Sunday. There will be a Runner's "Social" on Monday. All events take place on the beautiful beaches of Destin and surrounding areas and benefit the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
Email: destin50@live.com
Website: www.destin50.com
Event Time: 5 am - 7 pm
February 19, 2012
The Modern Bridal Expo
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf
The Modern Bridal Expo! is coming to the Emerald Coast and is offering brides the opportunity to mix and mingle with more than 50 leading vendors at Sandestin's Baytowne Conference Center. The bridal expo will also feature a high-energy fashion show, door prizes and the chance to win a FREE honeymoon. Along with the special events planned, brides will have the opportunity to tour Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort's wedding venues from the Beach to the Bay.
February 19, 2012
Northwest Florida Symphony Guild - Food & Wine Tasting
To be held at the Emerald Coast Convention Center.
Website: www.nfsymphony.org
Event Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
February 21, 2012
HarborWalk Village Mardi Gras Celebration
Enjoy free red beans and rice from Poppy's Crazy Lobster, street performers, and live music! March through the Harbor with your four-legged friends at the Party Animal Parade at 6:30. Join this wild and vibrant Fat Tuesday celebration!
Email: mwoods@emeraldgrande.com
Phone: (850) 424-0600
Website: http://www.emeraldgrande.com/event.aspx
Event Time: 6:00 pm
February 26, 2012
2nd Annual Snowbird Appreciation "Sock Hop"
Live Music • Costume & Dance Contest • Door Prizes • Cash Bar Location: Emerald Coast Convention Center Tickets: $8 per person in advance. $12 per person at the door. Bring your favorite Sock Hop attire from home! Special musical opening by Elvis!!!
Phone: (850) 609-3800
Website: www.emeraldcoastfl.com
Event Time: 6 pm to 11 pm
April 18 - April 22, 2012
Emerald Coast Volleyball Week
April 26-29, 2012
Sandestin Wine Festival
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf
The Sandestin Wine Festival is a picture perfect event complete with white tents, flowing wine, gourmet food, ladies strolling in hats, and live music. The event is one of the best of the year and draws thousands of people to The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The Sandestin Wine Festival is affectionately called the "Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals."
May 12-13, 2012
ANNIKA & Friends Event
Annika is the greatest female golfer of our generation and often regarded as the best of all time. Her Hall of Fame career changed the way women's golf is played, viewed and covered. Now, her passions include her family, her Foundation, her businesses, cooking and wine. The inaugural ANNIKA & Friends at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort will combine each aspect of her career and life while benefiting children in Florida and in communities across America.
August 18, 2012
26th Annual Sandestin® Triathlon
Throughout Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort
The 26th Annual Destin Triathlon (formerly the Elephant Walk Triathlon) will lure 700 participants for a half-mile Gulf of Mexico swim, a 20-mile bike along the coast, and a 4-mile run through Sandestin's® beach and Bayside community.
Proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Hospital of the Emerald Coast. Updates will be sent out via our newsletter sign up online.
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Events by month for the greater Destin, Florida area including... Destin, Sandestin®, Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island and Navarre.
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January
Annual - Senior Snowbird Expo
www.fwbchamber.orgAnnual - Gulf Coast Bridal Faire
Emerald Coast Conference Center
850.259.2359
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February
Annual - Mardi Gras on the Island Parade and Ball
www.fwbchamber.org
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March
Annual - HarborWalk Marina Destin Cobia Tournament
Destin Harbor
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April
Annual - Emerald Coast Volleyball Week
Okaloosa Island
850.243.2555Annual - Saturday in the Park Arts & Crafts Festival
850.678.2615
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May
Annual - Destin "Week of Blessings" and Annual Blessing of the Fleet
Destin Harbor
850.837.6324Annual - Gate-to-Gate Run/Walk
Eglin AFB
850.882.6801
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June
Annual - Billy Bowleges Pirate Festival and Torchlight Parade
Fort Walton Beach
850.244.8191
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July
Annual - Independence Day at the Landing
Fort Walton Beach Landing
850.833.9500
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August
Annual - Emerald Coast Poker Run -- Emerald Coast Foundation
Destin Harbor and BayAnnual - Boat Week -- Emerald Coast Foundation
Destin Harbor and Bay
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September
Annual - Round The Island Race
Choctawhatchee Bay
850.651.0105Annual - Destin Seafood Festival
850.218.0232
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October
Annual - Destin Fishing Rodeo
October 1st - 31st
Destin HarborAnnual - Fudpucker 4 Player Fall Classic Volleyball Tournament
Okaloosa Island
850.243.2555Deluna Fest
Pensacola Beach
3 day music festival that features over 80 bands on 6 different stages and is held directly on the Pensacola Beach.
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November
Annual - Mid-Bay Bridge Run/Walk
4.5 mile race over the Mid-Bay Bridge.
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December
Annual - Christmas Tree Lighting
Fort Walton Beach Landing
850.833.9576Annual - Holiday on the Harbor - Destin Harbor Boat Parade
Destin Harbor
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For additional information on events by area, please visit...
South Walton Events
(Blue Mountain Beach. Dune Allen Beach, Grayton Beach, Inlet Beach, Rosemary Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Seacrest Beach, Seagrove Beach, Seaside Beach)
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