Events

Odie’s Beach Vacation brings a weekend of live music, beachside activities, and Gulf Coast fun to Miramar Beach, Florida, just minutes from Destin. Curated by country music group Old Dominion, this three-night beach getaway offers an exciting lineup of live performances, local food and drinks, and activities for music lovers and beachgoers alike.

Taking place October 1–3, 2026, Odie’s Beach Vacation is one of the Emerald Coast’s can’t-miss October events, featuring performances from Old Dominion and other artists along with beach yoga, a pickleball tournament, golf scramble, brunch cruise, and more. Whether you're visiting Destin for the music, the beach, or a little of both, this Miramar Beach event is a fun way to experience the laid-back atmosphere and beautiful Gulf Coast setting that make the Emerald Coast a favorite fall getaway destination.

For more information and tickets: click here! 

Since 1974 the Northwest Florida Fair Association has held its annual Fair to promote agriculture by showcasing a variety of livestock species, art displays and a carnival for all to enjoy.

The Fair is on for 2026! There is no need to travel out of the area to have fun. This year we have lots of surprises in store for you. This year's NW Florida Fair will be September 29 – October 3, 2026.

Admission: $10

Armbands:
$30 Tues., Wed., & Thurs.
$35 Fri. & Sat.

Click HERE for more information! 

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There’s nothing quite like fireworks over the Destin Harbor!

October nights at HarborWalk Village come alive with the Rocktober Concert Series, live music on the main stage, and a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the harbor sky at 8 PM. Join us every Saturday evening throughout October for a night of music, waterfront views, and fireworks.

Whether you’re watching from the boardwalk, the water, or a waterfront table, HarborWalk Village is the perfect place to enjoy fireworks on the Emerald Coast.

Free and open to the public

Every Saturday in October
Concert: 5–8 PM | Fireworks: 8 PM

Voted "BEST Family Activity" & "BEST Date Night Activity": World-Class MAGIC, ILLUSIONS, VENTRILOQUISM & COMEDY up-close & interactive!

VOTED: "BEST FAMILY ACTIVITY" & "BEST DATE-NIGHT ACTIVITY"

An action packed LIVE show for ALL AGES featuring World-Class MAGIC COMEDY & VENTRILOQUISM held in an intimate setting with limited seating. The interactive MAGIC takes place just inches away! Although the performance is full of world-class sophisticated MAGIC & smart comedy designed for adults it is all family-friendly & appropriate to bring children. People of all ages will love the show. A variety of alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase & you can enjoy a full menu of food & dessert offerings before or after the show. Parking is FREE!

Forget everything you think you know about a "magic show" as this is NOT your hokey children's birthday party magic show but it's also not a guy who over-dramatically waves his hands around pretending to have powers. NONE of that. Think COMEDY (laugh out loud comedy in the styling of Jeff Dunham with top-notch ventriloquism) think WOW as you are continually amazed at what your eyes are seeing. You know in your mind it's just not possible but yet you are still seeing it happen. Borrowed objects visibly move from one place to another random spectators thoughts are shared with 100% accuracy levitation of objects happen right before your eyes just to name a few. You will witness things you have never seen before or even thought possible. Imagine watching a LIVE shot on a television screen & having your drivers license (or other object of your choice) vanish inches in front of your face & appear at that location with someone else holding it! All THAT (& much more) actually happens during this performance & YOU can be part of the small group that gets to witness these amazing feats. Advance reservations are REQUIRED as shows to fill up.

Purchase tickets here! 

Dog Daze is a fun, dog-friendly event held at The Landing Park in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Featuring contests, local rescues, vendors, and more. A paws-itively great day for dogs and their humans to enjoy!

More Information Here: Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital - Oct 3, 2026 - Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, FL