Destin Events

Destin Area Events

There's a celebration going on just about all the time in Destin, making it a fun place to be year-round. Several festivals, including October's Destin Seafood Festival and the month-long Destin Fishing Rodeo, celebrate the Gulf's edible gifts from the sea. There's also the annual Emerald Coast Poker Run, which takes place at the end of Boat Week. Participating boats pay an entrance fee, then travel to designated spots to pick up cards. The boat with the best poker hand at the end of the run is the winner. Proceeds from the poker run go to local children's charities. And every month sees plenty of live concerts, theater and dance performances, wine tastings, food festivals, and arts and crafts shows. Check out our calendar of events for an up-to-date list of what's going on while you're in town.

May 2025

Burning Up the Beaches

This annual fundraiser is an exciting 3-day event featuring a car show, live entertainment and a scenic

May 01, 2025

The 12th Annual Tequila and Taco Fest

In it's 12th year, the annual Tequila and Taco Fest continues to celebrate amazing food and drink. Get

May 08, 2025

Emerald Coast Open Lionfish Tournament

Watch or participate in the largest lionfish tournament in world. Sign up with a team of up to 4 members...

May 16, 2025

Memorial Day Celebration

Celebrate Memorial Day at the Village of Baytowne Wharf with this epic two-day event! Enjoy live music

May 24, 2025

June 2025

Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic

One of the Top 10 Big Money Tournament, the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic is one of the biggest weekends...

Jun 18, 2025

July 2025

4th of July Celebration

Celebrate the 4th of July with HarborWalk Village's annual celebration. As you wait for the epic 9 p.

Jul 04, 2025

Red, White, and Baytowne

Celebrate independence with a party like no other at Red, White, and Baytowne. The Village of Baytowne

Jul 04, 2025

August 2025

International Dog Day

Celebrate International Dog Day with this free and exciting event at Baytowne Marina! Every furry friend...

Aug 23, 2025

Labor Day Weekend Celebration

As the summer season comes to a close, go out with a bang at the HarborWalk Village's Labor Day Weekend

Aug 31, 2025

September 2025

Destin Seafood Festival

One of Destin's most recognized tradition, this annual festival kicks off the Destin Fishing Rodeo

Sep 26, 2025

October 2025

Destin Fishing Rodeo

The Destin Fishing Rodeo is a highly anticipated fishing tournament for saltwater anglers. Since 1948

Oct 01, 2025

Festival of the Arts

The Festival of the Arts is an annual, juried art festival that attracts hundreds of premier artists

Oct 25, 2025