Category: Local Events
Hurricane Preparedness Guide: Staying Ahead of the Storm
Another hurricane season is upon us, that June through November period of time each year when Mother Nature drops storms from Houston to the East Coast. The Emerald Coast is not immune from these events with repairs and rebuilding from Hurricane Michael in 2018 still ongoing. To help you better prepare, we’ve compiled a list... Read More
Prost! Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest on the Emerald Coast
TL;DR: Oktoberfest season is bringing bratwurst, beer, schnitzel, stein-hoisting and plenty of prost! to the Emerald Coast. From German dinners in Santa Rosa Beach to a full three-day festival in Panama City Beach, here’s where to celebrate between Destin and Panama City this October. Oktoberfest celebrations are popping up from Destin to Panama City Beach... Read More
October, Outside: Fall Things to Do in Northwest Florida
There comes a point every fall when northwest Florida seems to exhale. The afternoon heat softens. The humidity finally loosens its grip. Evenings arrive a little earlier, and suddenly staying outside sounds better than retreating to the air conditioning. This is October on the coast. Fall may look different here, but the change is unmistakable.... Read More
In Good Spirits
There is an art to a good pour. The right bottle. The right glass. The right table — and, perhaps most importantly, the right company. This November, northwest Florida gives us plenty of opportunities to practice. Some of the coast’s most anticipated culinary events arrive within weeks of one another, bringing celebrated vintners, inventive mixologists,... Read More
2026 Fall Events Guide: Destin, 30A and Panama City Beach
Fall on the Emerald Coast arrives a little differently. The water is still warm, the beaches are still inviting and flip-flops remain perfectly acceptable, but the pace begins to change. September, October and November bring cooler evenings, smaller crowds and one of the busiest stretches of the year for festivals, food and wine events, live... Read More
A Lasting Legacy of Impact
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, northwest Florida’s premier fundraising organization, is celebrating another extraordinary year of generosity and impact with the distribution of more than $3 million to 15 children’s charities serving the region. The transformational grants were awarded during a private check presentation ceremony held August 27 at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort &... Read More
Fall, Florida Style: September on the Emerald Coast
Autumn along the Emerald Coast doesn’t exactly kick down the door. There are no mountainsides suddenly washed in red and gold. Sweaters remain largely aspirational. And anyone waiting for the first frost may want to get comfortable. Instead, September brings the first subtle clues that summer is loosening its grip. The afternoon light turns warmer.... Read More
Click! The Most Insta-Worthy Stops Between Pensacola and Panama City Beach
There’s nothing wrong with snapping a sunset photo on the beach … but if your camera roll is starting to look the same (we saw all those hotdog leg pics), it’s time to branch out. From colorful murals and whimsical art installations to iconic landmarks and hidden gems, Florida’s Emerald Coast is full of places... Read More
Fall Break at the Beach: Why Autumn Is the Emerald Coast’s Best-Kept Secret
Summer may get all the attention, but those who know the Emerald Coast best will tell you a secret: Fall is when the beach truly settles into itself. The pace slows. The water remains warm enough for swimming. Restaurants become easier to enjoy without lengthy waits. Sunsets seem to linger a little longer, painting the... Read More
Rainy Days, Well Spent: 35 Things to Do From Pensacola to Apalachicola
Rain may put a pause on beach days, but it doesn’t have to put a pause on your vacation. From Pensacola to Apalachicola, northwest Florida is filled with experiences that are just as memorable indoors as they are under blue skies. Spend the day exploring world-class museums, browsing independent bookstores, sampling local seafood, discovering marine... Read More