Celebrate Independence Day like never before amidst the breathtaking shores of the Emerald Coast. From exhilarating firework displays to tantalizing food truck festivals, the coastal communities stretching from 30A to Navarre Beach are a hotbed of thrilling events and activities. In this captivating blog post, we'll unveil the highlights of the must-attend 4th of July events that promise to create indelible memories. Furthermore, we'll share details about the myriad of entertaining activities taking place throughout the entire month in esteemed communities such as Seaside, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, Sandestin, and HarborWalk Village in Destin. Prepare to embark on a month-long celebration, brimming with festivities that will bring joy and forge lasting bonds with your loved ones.

Star-Spangled Food Truck Festival & Fireworks Show: A Flavorful Delight in Destin
Kickstart your Independence Day celebrations at Destin Commons, where the inaugural Star-Spangled Food Truck Festival promises a gastronomic adventure like no other. Explore a mouth-watering array of cuisines, ranging from delectable Thai dishes to scrumptious grilled cheese sandwiches, as 25 food trucks line the streets. To make the festivities even grander, prepare to be awed by the most spectacular fireworks show on the coast. The event also features live music from Duchess and Tobacco Road Band, setting the perfect tone for a memorable evening.

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Are you ready to experience the most vibrant 4th of July celebrations ever? The Forgotten Coast invites you to join us for an Independence Day extravaganza that will leave you with lasting memories. From the renowned Apalachicola Waterfront July 3rd Celebration to the jaw-dropping firework displays in Mexico Beach, Wewahitchka, and Port St. Joe, these events promise non-stop excitement and fun for the whole family.

Apalachicola Waterfront July 3rd Celebration

Gear up for an epic celebration at the Apalachicola Waterfront July 3rd event in Downtown Apalachicola! Embraced by the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce, this festivity on July 3rd, 2023, promises non-stop excitement. Get ready for a day packed with lively concerts, mouthwatering local food options, and an awe-inspiring firework display over the enchanting river. Don't miss your chance to be part of this long-standing tradition—let's keep the party going for years to come!

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July 4th Best Blast on the Beach - Mexico Beach

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Hey there, music lovers! If you're looking for a fun and lively event to kick off the spring season, look no further than the 30Avenue Concert Series happening on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This exciting event will be held at the picturesque 30Avenue in Inlet Beach, Florida, and promises to be a fantastic evening of live music, good vibes, and great company.

The 30Avenue Concert Series is a must-attend event for anyone who enjoys live music in a beautiful outdoor setting. Picture yourself lounging on a blanket or sitting in a low-back lawn chair under the twinkling stars while listening to amazing tunes. The event will feature a talented local musician, Timmy Hood, who will be taking the stage from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., serenading the crowd with his soulful voice and impressive guitar skills.

30Avenue is the ultimate lifestyle venue along the Gulf Coast of Northwest Florida, and it's the perfect location for this music-filled evening. Situated at the intersection of Highway 98 and Scenic Highway 30A in Inlet Beach, 30Avenue offers a unique and vibrant atmosphere for locals and visitors alike to come together and enjoy the best of the Emerald Coast lifestyle. With its charming architecture, beautifully landscaped green spaces, and a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, 30Avenue is the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening of music and fun.

So mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 18, and get ready to groove to the rhythm of Timmy Hood's music at the 30Avenue Concert Series. Bring your family and friends, pack a...

Celebrate Easter in Style: The Best Events and Activities Along the Emerald Coast! 🐰🌊🐰

Are you spending Easter on the beautiful Emerald Coast? Look no further than this guide to all the fun events happening along the beaches of Florida's Gulf Coast.

From egg hunts to farmers markets to face painting and live music, there is something for everyone in Miramar Beach and Destin. HarborWalk Village and The Village of Baytowne Wharf are hosting a range of activities on Saturday and Sunday, perfect for families with children.

If you're looking for a more active Easter weekend, head to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Beach for the Great Race, followed by visits to local farmers markets like Emerald Coast Farmers Market and 30A Farmers Market. Then head to Alys Beach for the Mad Hatter Tea Party or enjoy the color-coded Easter egg hunt at Camp Helen State Park.

In Seaside, FL, you can attend an Easter service at Seaside Chapel, participate in an egg hunt in the Amphitheater, and meet the Easter Bunny. And don't miss the Beach Bunny Bonanza at Pier Park in Panama City Beach, featuring an egg hunt, face painting, and art hop.

For adults, Bayside Rentals in Panama City is hosting an Adult Easter Egg Hunt, with prizes from local businesses like El Weirdo - TacoPub and History Class Brewing Company, all to benefit the Anchorage Children's Home.

Don't miss out on all the Easter fun on the Emerald Coast - grab your basket and hop on over to these exciting events!

30A Events

THE 36TH ANNUALSANDESTIN WINE FESTIVAL

The Sandestin Wine Festival is a popular event that has been taking place for over three decades on the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast. The festival offers a range of activities for wine enthusiasts and novices alike, including wine dinners with celebrity chefs, yoga, live music, interactive experiences, culinary tents, and wine tastings featuring hundreds of featured wines. The festival takes place in the Village of Baytowne Wharf and offers a variety of resort accommodations from beach to bay. The festival is open to the public, and non-drinking guests are welcome to attend the Grand Wine Tasting with their friends at no charge, although they will not receive a wristband. The festival takes place rain or shine and is a must-experience event for those looking to discover more about the culture and vibe of the Emerald Coast.

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Wine, food & fun in the sun! A four-day festival celebrating wine and all things Gulf Coast in the premier Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort with everything you need or want only steps away? Yes, please! The 36th Annual...

Wednesday Night Concert Series

Wednesday, March 1st - Wednesday, March 29th
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: FREE

Live Music Schedule

A fun event happening on St. Patrick's Day at The Village of Baytowne Wharf! "Paint the Village Green" is a free event where the area will be decorated in green, from the lagoon to the lights. There will be live music from Shenanigans and performances from the Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance. The event will take place on Friday, March 17th, from 6:00 to 9:00pm. It's a great way to celebrate the Luck of the Irish and enjoy some festive activities with friends and family.

5th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival in Destin,Florida

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2023 Shrimp & Grits Festival
210 Harbor Blvd | Destin
February 25th, 2023 (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM CST)

Location

Brotula's Seafood House and Steamer 210 Harbor Street Destin, FL 32541

The 4th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival is an event that takes place at the Destin docks to raise money for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, a nonprofit organization that focuses on developing boys and girls. The festival features creative variations of shrimp and grits dishes prepared by local restaurants, food trucks, and personal chefs, who compete to be named the best on the Emerald Coast.

Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi
Baytowne Wharf | Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
February 21st, 2023

Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday is a traditional celebration in many countries, especially in areas with large Catholic populations, as a way to mark the last day of indulgence before the start of Lent. Fat Tuesday is known for its colorful parades, music, food, and festivities. The Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi is an event that offers live music, street performers, and various parties to celebrate Fat Tuesday. Join the revelers and "let the good times roll!"

Camellia Festival
Eden Gardens State Park | Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

181 Eden Gardens Road, Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459

February 11th, 2023

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Eden Gardens State Park's annual Camellia Festival is a fun event that features live music, food and beverage vendors, heritage presenters demonstrating skills such as blacksmithing and weaving, and master gardeners sharing tips about cultivating camelias. Over 500 varieties of camelias will be in bloom on the grounds during the peak of the camellia season.

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2023 Brunch Fest Harborwalk Village in Destin

February 11th, 2023

Kick off your day with brunch bites, Bloody Marys, and bubbles galore at the 2nd Annual Brunch Fest at the Destin Harbor! Taste yummy foods from the area’s best brunch spots with mimosa in hand as you soak in the sights of the lively Destin Harbor at Harborwalk Village. Brunch is always a good idea!

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30Avenue is a beautiful outdoor lifestyle center that caters to locals and visitors alike. Offering an inimitable mix of boutiques, shopping, outstanding dining and professional services.

With stone paved sidewalks, a central green for relaxing, water fountains located throughout the property, majestic palm trees, and generous parking , 30Avenue is the perfect place to visit with friends and family to shop, dine and make memories under the Florida sun.

At night, 30Avenue comes alive pulsing with style and energy.

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2023 Seaside School Half Marathon + 5K Presented by Vera Bradley

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The Seaside School Half Marathon + 5K will be back in person for the 21st running on Sunday, February 19, 2023, in Seaside, Florida. Get ready to sweat, connect and crush some run goals with us in beautiful South Walton! The half marathon will start at 6:45 AM and the 5K race will start at 7:05AM. 

Proceeds from the Seaside School Half Marathon + 5K benefit the Seaside School, Inc. Founded in 1996, The Seaside School, Inc. was one of the first and is now one of the oldest surviving public charter schools in the state of Florida. The Seaside School opened to thirty-six students, two faculty members, and one administrator serving students in sixth through eighth grades. Today, the school has expanded to fifth through twelfth grades serving over 380 students. For the past 25 years, our ambitious staff, involved parents and supportive community have led the Seaside Schools, comprised of the Seaside Neighborhood School and Seacoast Collegiate High School, to be consistently recognized as leaders at both state and national achievement levels. Our continued growth and success of The Seaside Way reaffirms what our charter pioneers understood a quarter-century ago. Led by continual support, exploration, accountability, scholarship, independence, dreams and effort, students cultivate their diversity and begin to understand ways that they can make unique contributions to society.

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When: February 24, 2023 at 7pm - 9pm 

Where: Alys Beach South Somerset St, Alys Beach, FL

The 30A Wine Festival, underwritten by the Alys Foundation, returns to the beautiful Alys Beach for it's 11th year: Wednesday, February 22 through Sunday, February 26, 2023. The festival showcases renowned distillers, vintners and culinary  favorites over five days of celebration - a series of events and workshops where wine enthusiasts and bourbon lovers alike relish in the festivities within the captivating town of Alys Beach. 

When : February 22-26, 2023

Where : Alys Beach Club

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When: Feb 17, Friday 7:30 PM

Where: Downtown Pensacola

When: Feb 18, Saturday 2:00 PM

Where: Downtown Pensacola

The Village of Baytowne Wharf & Sandestin Gulf and Beach Resort announces great gumbo paired with first-rate family fun at the Gulf Coast's favorite winter food event - the 34th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, held on Saturday, February 25th at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. People from all over the southeast are expected to join in the festival! 

9100 Baytowne Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL

850-267-8186

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