Monday, October 2, 2017

Local Events | October 2017

69th Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo | October 1 - 31 | Destin Harbor

This 69-year old signature-fishing tournament highlights the diversity of fishing in the Emerald Coast’s target rich emerald green waters. It is “must-fish” tournament for locals and visitors alike in “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”. Daily competition and weigh-ins keep the action going all month long. Come one – come all!



39th Annual Destin Seafood Festival | October 5 - 7 | Destin Harbor

This is so much more than a festival. It is a tribute to the rich history of the Destin Harbor. Activities taking place at the festival include fireworks, arts, crafts, fresh local
food, kids' activities and live music. Approximately 70,000 locals and visitors are expected to attend this FREE festival!


The Walton County Fair | October 9-14 | Fair Grounds in DeFuniak Springs

Lots of family fun for the week! The Fair provides an opportunity for youth and adults alike to showcase their talents for artwork, handicrafts, growing crops, rearing livestock, and more! This is an excellent forum to bring the community together for great food, fun, and entertainment.


10th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival | October 13-14, 2017 | Baytowne Wharf

The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Bring together the #1 Resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast, beautiful October weather and a festive beer tasting and you have a winning combination for fun in the sun at the Baytowne Beer Festival this October. Known as the “Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast,” this popular event features more than 40 on-site craft brewers, nearly 200 domestic and international craft beers, seminars, samplings and live music. Beer novices to beer lovers will be able to sample delicious options, including specialty, seasonal and not-yet-released beers. 



22nd Annual Festival of the Arts | Oct 28 - Oct 29 MKAF Cultural Arts Village 

A celebration of art, music, food and family fun, the Festival will showcase the original artwork of more than 100 artists and a live music lineup, a food bistro, wine & beer garden, art activities for kids, souvenir posters and t-shirts, art raffle drawing and more!


Farmers Markets

The 30A Farmers Market is an International Farmers Market Event, featuring foods from around the world, as well as wth delicious food from the South. 

30A Farmers Market has weekly markets in three locations in South Walton: 

30A Farmers Market at Rosemary Beach | Sundays 9am-1pm 
30A Farmers Market at 30Avenue | Thursdays 9am-1pm 
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market | Saturdays 9am-1pm 

The Seaside Farmers Market is comprised of local growers and craftspeople who offer food and other products that are healthy and environmentally conscious. 

They have a weekly year-round schedule: 

Seaside Amphitheater | Seasonal Hours:  
Spring and Summer | Saturdays/Tuesdays 8am-12pm 
Fall and Winter | Saturdays 9am-1pm

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