Category: Thanksgiving on the Emerald Coast!

Spending Thanksgiving on the Emerald Coast? You’re in for a treat. Destin’s mild fall weather, sugar-white beaches, and incredible dining scene make it the perfect place to celebrate the holiday. Whether you’re craving a traditional turkey dinner or something with a coastal twist, here’s a roundup of restaurants open and serving Thanksgiving dinner in Destin for 2025.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to start planning how and where you will spend the holiday. Why not add a little spice to your family tradition and have your feast by the beach?! Most vacation rentals in Destin offer a fully equipped kitchen and dining area for you and your loved ones to prepare your spread and feel right at home. Count your blessings by the beach with a series of recipes shared from our very own Compass family!

Locals can pretty much all agree on one thing; Fall is an elite season here on The Emerald Coast! The reasons we love Fall range from the gourd-geous weather and all the events that get us outside to the cheaper rates and fewer crowds!