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Niceville Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow

Join us for a fun-filled weekend at the Twin Oaks Fair grounds in Niceville, Fl! Enjoy crafts, food, and more ...

Surge Adventure Park Sensory Play Sunday

Sensory Play Sunday is designed for children with special needs to enjoy Surge Adventure Park the first Sunday of every ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Surge Adventure Park, 300 Mary Esther Blvd, Suite 117, Mary Esther, FL, 32569
  • Cost: $7.99 per person per hour
  • Website: surgefun.com
  • Category: Special Needs

Cirque Ma'Ceo in Panama City

For the 1st time Cirque Ma'Ceo is coming to Panama City with a sensational spectacle that will leave you breathless! ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Central Panhandle Fairgrounds in Bay County, 2230 15th St., Panama City, FL 32405
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Skater's Choice Panama City Sunday Family Fun Skate Party

Bring the family to Skater's Choice on Sundays for our Family Fun Skate Party!

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Skater's Choice Panama City, 5413 Hickory St Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: $13 admission/$5 skate rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cirque Ma'Ceo in Panama City

For the 1st time Cirque Ma'Ceo is coming to Panama City with a sensational spectacle that will leave you breathless! ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Central Panhandle Fairgrounds in Bay County, 2230 15th St., Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: $20 - $25
  • Website: bit.ly
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

North Beach Social Family Movie Nights

North Beach Social is so excited to offer Family Movie Nights. Every Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy kids' movies ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: North Beach Social, 24200 US 331, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food and drinks are additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Emerald Coast Science Center Maker Days

​Our student scientists explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics during hands-on, creative workshops. Maker Days gives learners the opportunity ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 SW Memorial Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $25 Members, $30 Non-Members. 15% off additional siblings.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Classes

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join Miss Beth for Music and Me on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays at 9:30am. Music and Me focuses on having ...

Crestview Library Ages 0-2 Storytime Classes

Mondays OR Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in the Story Room. Pre-register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot, or ...

Destin Library Babytime Ages 0-2

Lapsit storytime for ages 0-2. Join Children's Librarian, Sadie, for a morning full of songs, dancing, rhymes, and, of course, ...

NERD Lab Niceville STEM Saturdays

Join us for STEM SATURDAYS at NERD Lab, where students VPK-12th grade can explore the exciting worlds of science, technology, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $20 per lab
  • Website: nerd-lab.com
  • Category: Classes

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join Miss Beth for a themed storytime and craft! New themes and crafts each week. This event is now a registered ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

After storytime enjoy 30 minutes of unstructured play. A perfect time for caregivers and children to socialize.

Crestview Library Youth Chess

Calling all Budding Chess Players! Youth Chess Club meets every Monday evening 3-4:30 PM. Designed to teach all the wonderful new ...

Valparaiso Library Art at the Library

Join us for Art at the Library. Please dress for mess! This lesson is for ages 5 and up. Registration ...

Eglin AFB Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol

Come meet the Eglin Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. Civil Air Patrol is a congressionally chartered, federally supported ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Air Force Armament Museum / Eglin Composite Squadron HQ, 100 Museum Dr, Eglin AFB, FL 32542
  • Cost: $47 annual cadet dues
  • Website: fl423.cap.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Bay County Public Library Bouncin’ Babies and Toddlin’ 2s (Ages 0 – 2 with Caregiver)

Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Stories, bounces and rhymes for littles to build ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th Street Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Library Programs

Emerald Coast Science Center Maker Days

​Our student scientists explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics during hands-on, creative workshops. Maker Days gives learners the opportunity ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 SW Memorial Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $25 Members, $30 Non-Members. 15% off additional siblings.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Classes

Flip and Fun Gymnastics Crestview: Flippin Out Tuesdays and Fridays

Flippin Out Tuesdays and Fridays is a unique experience for children who are crawlers through VPK. We offer a parent ...

Coastal Branch Library Music and Movement Toddler Time

Music, movement and more with Ms. Deanna and Ms. Shirles! Tuesdays at 10:00 am at the Coastal Branch Library. May ...

Crestview Library Ages 0-2 Storytime Classes

Mondays OR Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in the Story Room. Pre-register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot, or ...

Panama City Beach Library Book Babies (Ages 0-2)

Bring your baby and enjoy a time of interactive stories, songs, and scarf play. Class sizes are limited to 24 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Valparaiso Library Tot Art

Join us for a Tot-PreK Art lesson. We will be creating art with various mediums in these lessons, please dress ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Children’s Storytime

Join Ms. Lynn every Tuesday for Children’s Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and a craft.

Science and Discovery Center Fall Science Spots for Tots

These classes are geared toward the 2-5 age group, but we welcome all ages. The activities are adaptable so that ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Science and Discovery Center, 308 Airport Rd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Members: $6/child, Non-members: $7/child, One accompanying adult is free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Freeport Library Lego Club

Come join us at the library from 3:00 to 4:00pm on Tuesdays for free build time with Legos and friends.

Bay County Public Library Cursive Class (Ages 12-17)

Learn how to write your name in cursive and make a craft. Program geared for ages 12 - 17. Registration ...

Crestview Library Lego STEM Class

Calling all Lego enthusiasts ages 5-17 to solve a different Stem Lego challenge the first Tuesday of each month. Four ...

Nature Immersion and Kids Yoga at Coastal Branch Library

Inspired by Steve van Matres, the "earth speaks" experiential learning curriculum. Story time, guided nature play, child led learning, art, ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Coastal Branch Library, 437 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459
  • Cost: Donation based.
  • Category: Classes

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join Miss Beth for Music and Me on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays at 9:30am. Music and Me focuses on having ...

Crestview Library Ages 3-5 Storytime

Wednesdays at 10 a.m. First 30 children each class! Younger siblings (accompanied by an adult) and older children welcome. Start ...

Freeport Library Storytime

Come and join us for story, song, craft, and snack! Every Wednesday at 10AM.

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join Miss Beth for a themed storytime and craft! New themes and crafts each week. This event is now a registered ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6)

Join Ms. Meghan every Wednesday for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities made for children ages 3-6! After storytime, children can ...

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-5)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-5 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

After storytime enjoy 30 minutes of unstructured play. A perfect time for caregivers and children to socialize.

Valparaiso Library Homeschool Meet-up

Come meet other local homeschool families and socialize and work on various arts and crafts. Meets on the 1st and ...

The Yoga Garden Collective Freeport Kids Fly Yoga Class

Let your child soar in our Kid’s Fly Yoga at The Yoga Garden Collective, designed for kiddos. This playful and ...

Coastal Branch Library Lego Club

Lego Club meets on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm in the community meeting room. Build your own Lego ...

Freeport Library Anime Club

Bringing Anime Club back! Come and watch anime with us…ages 12 and up.

Walton-DeFuniak Library Children’s Chess Club

Children’s Chess Club is held every Wednesday. All ages and all skill levels are welcome!

Niceville Comics and Collectibles Wednesday Trade Night (Ages 12 and under)

Every Wednesday Trade Nights we offer a place we're kids 12 and under can trade Pokémon, sports, Yu-Gi-Oh cards, comics, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Niceville Comics and Collectibles, 96 S John Sims Pkwy, Valparaiso, Florida 32580
  • Cost: Free!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Growing Green Families Knit/Crochet Night

Monthly Knit/Crochet Night! It's been a long time coming but we're so excited to bring back knit/crochet night. We'll repeat ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Growing Green Families, 127 N John Sims Pkwy, Valparaiso, FL 32580
  • Cost: small kits are available (under $15
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Shrek The Musical Jr.

We are proud to present Shrek Jr. The Musical November 7 - 17, 2024. Come watch the stellar students of ...

Bay County Public Library Read and Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)

Two start times for the same class - 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Books, songs, and rhymes geared for preschoolers! Class ...

Niceville Library Baby Bookworms Lapsit Storytime (Pre-walkers)

Give them a head start! Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development ...

Panama City Beach Library Sail into School (Ages 3-5 / Class size limited)

Join Miss Ann for an hour of fun stories, songs, and crafts! Class size is limited to 24 people. Make ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Coastal Branch Library Preschool Storytime

Join us in the meeting room for preschool activities- stories, songs, and crafts with Coco. Dates may be subject to ...

Crestview Library Ages 6-11 Storytime Classes

Thursdays in the Meeting Room. Beginning at 10 a.m. (Pick up at 11 a.m.) Aug. 15: Underwater Sept. 5: Grandparents ~Bring ...

Crestview Library Ages 6-11 Storytime Classes

Thursdays (dates below) in the Meeting Room -10 a.m. (Pick up at 11 a.m.) Aug. 15 Underwater Sept. 5 Grandparents ~Bring biological ...

Destin Library Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5. Children's Librarian, Sadie, leads preschoolers through a morning of stories, song and dance, ...

Ranger Led Nature HIke

Ranger led Nature Hike Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike of Camp Helen State Park. The hike will ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Camp Helen State Park 23937 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach FL 32413
  • Cost: Program is free with paid park entry of $4 per vehicle.
  • Website: www.floridastateparks.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Valparaiso Library Mini-Mania (Ages 11+)

We will be using acrylic paint on Leaves to crate Mini Masterpieces. Dress for mess and come ready to create! ...

Crestview Library Early Steps Storytime Class (Birth-36 months)

First 15 children each class (preference given to Early Steps families). Older children welcome if they want to be there. ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Lapsit Storytime (Ages 0-3)

Join us every week for stories, songs, rhymes, cookies, and play time! For babies 0-3. Lapsit takes place on: Thursdays at 10:30am 1st ...

Niceville Library Toddlers Storytime (Walkers to Age 3)

Give them a head start! Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development ...

Tot N Play Panama City

Calling all energetic little ones! Join us for our Tot n Play classes where imaginations run wild, and playtime knows ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Oakland Terrace Park Clubhouse, 1900 W. 11th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Freeport Library Pokemon Club

Gotta catch em’ all! Pokémon club is for all trainers (novice and pro) where you can play the card game, ...

Freeport Library Reading with Bear the Therapy Dog

Come and read to Bear, the therapy dog! 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 3:30-4:30. No sign ups ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Lego Club

Join us for LEGO Club at the Walton-DeFuniak Public Library, Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm. Ages 6-18 welcome. All supplies provided.

Walton-DeFuniak Library Pokeman Club

Every Thursday we'll have Pokemon Club at 3:30 pm! In this club, we play the card game and trade cards. ...

Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo

Northwest Florida State College is proud to bring the Emerald Coast Rodeo to the families of our community! Join us ...

Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Shrek The Musical Jr.

We are proud to present Shrek Jr. The Musical November 7 - 17, 2024. Come watch the stellar students of ...

Flip and Fun Gymnastics Crestview: Flippin Out Tuesdays and Fridays

Flippin Out Tuesdays and Fridays is a unique experience for children who are crawlers through VPK. We offer a parent ...

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join Miss Beth for Music and Me on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays at 9:30am. Music and Me focuses on having ...

Bay County Public Library Discovering Art History for Homeschool (Ages 8-12 / Registration Required)

Join us in Youth Services for a short art history lesson with a craft! Dress to mess! Registration required.

Fort Walton Beach Library Baby Social Hour (pre-walkers)

Babies (pre-walkers) and their caregivers are warmly invited to join us for a delightful session of free play with bubbles, ...

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join Miss Beth for a themed storytime and craft! New themes and crafts each week. This event is now a registered ...

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-5)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-5 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

The Drip Coffee Co Mommy and Me Workout Class

Join us for a fun workout led by Coach Brit! No workout equipment needed. Just bring a water or purchase ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Drip Coffee Co, 2440 St Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

After storytime enjoy 30 minutes of unstructured play. A perfect time for caregivers and children to socialize.

The Portal Panama City Homeschool Hangout

Our Homeschool Hangout is back! We welcome all homeschool students and their families to join us. Now twice a month ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Portal Downtown, 328 Luverne Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food and beverages an additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Crestview Library Teen Time

Grades 6-12 come hang out with others and play various video and board games! Each week there is a different ...

Freeport Library Kids Chess Club

Chess club is every Friday from 3:00-4:00pm for kids. Bring a friend or play a game with someone new. Just ...

Coastal Branch Library Tween/Teen E-Sports Games

Tween and teen E-Sports (Electronic) League on Fridays starting at 3:30 to 4:30 playing electronically Smash Brothers! Pop in anytime ...

Fort Walton Beach Recreation Center Community Block Party

Join us on November 8th for a Community Block party! It is being held at the FWB Rec center in ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort Walton Beach Rec Center, 132 Jet Dr NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo

Northwest Florida State College is proud to bring the Emerald Coast Rodeo to the families of our community! Join us ...

HizashiCon Anime Festival (Pensacola)

The first annual HizashiCon will take place in Pensacola, Florida on November 8 and 9, 2024! Hizashi (日差し), the Japanese ...

Public Eye Soar: A Projection Art Festival

For two nights each November, the unique street-scape of Panama City comes alive with light, sound, art and fun. Experience ...

Loomis Bros. Circus - Crestview

The BIG Circus is coming to Old Spanish Trail Park in Crestview! Experience the all-new 2024 "Gone Country" Edition! Get ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Old Spanish Trail Park, Stillwell Blvd (Behind the Police Department), Crestview, FL 32539
  • Cost: Kids free with paying adult. See website for discount code.
  • Website: lbctix.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Shrek The Musical Jr.

We are proud to present Shrek Jr. The Musical November 7 - 17, 2024. Come watch the stellar students of ...

City of Niceville Veterans Day Parade

The City of Niceville is holding its first inaugural Veterans Day Parade. The parade’s purpose is to honor veterans.

Freeport Library Creative Craft Collective

Come join us every Saturday for a different art or craft! Call the library to find out what craft we ...

HizashiCon Anime Festival (Pensacola)

The first annual HizashiCon will take place in Pensacola, Florida on November 8 and 9, 2024! Hizashi (日差し), the Japanese ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: First United Methodist Church of Pensacola, 6 E Wright St, Pensacola, FL 32501
  • Cost: $25 Adults | $15 Students | Free 5 & Under
  • Website: animepensacola.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Ocean City Church Family Palooza

This is a free family fun event! Come enjoy lots of vendors, games for the kids, food trucks, and local ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Ocean City Church, 428 Racetrack Rd NE Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Panama City Touch A Truck

Join us for an unforgettable adventure at our Touch A Truck Event, where kids can immerse themselves in a world ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Carl Gray Park, 4600 Collegiate Dr, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Fort Walton Beach Library Girls Empowered with Math and Science (GEMS) Workshop

Join the Emerald Coast Science Center for their Girls Empowered with Math and Science (GEMS) Workshops for girls ages 8-15. ...

Mary Esther Library STEAM Kids

A fun and interactive experience for tweens and teens. Focus is on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math!

Panama City's Songwriters Festival Family Fun Fest

Come join us for this family friendly time! Come hang with us and discover your downtown. We will have live ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Lapsit Storytime (Ages 0-3)

Join us every week for stories, songs, rhymes, cookies, and play time! For babies 0-3. Lapsit takes place on: Thursdays at 10:30am 1st ...

Mary Esther Library Roll with It Dungeons and Dragons (14+)

Looking for a new party? Or maybe it's your first time slaying dragons? Either way, we'd be happy to have ...

Main Street Crestview Christmas Bazzar

Nothing says Christmas Season like an evening Christmas Market! Twinkling lights, photos with Santa, Gluhwein, Hot Cocoa, Games, and Vendors ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Courthouse Terrace, 114 N Main St, Crestview, FL 32536
  • Cost: Free to attend. Some food/activities may have additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Loomis Bros. Circus - Crestview

The BIG Circus is coming to Old Spanish Trail Park in Crestview! Experience the all-new 2024 "Gone Country" Edition! Get ...

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: Old Spanish Trail Park, Stillwell Blvd (Behind the Police Department), Crestview, FL 32539
  • Cost: Kids free with paying adult. See website for discount code.
  • Website: lbctix.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo

Northwest Florida State College is proud to bring the Emerald Coast Rodeo to the families of our community! Join us ...

North Beach Social Family Movie Nights

North Beach Social is so excited to offer Family Movie Nights. Every Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy kids' movies ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: North Beach Social, 24200 US 331, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food and drinks are additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Public Eye Soar: A Projection Art Festival

For two nights each November, the unique street-scape of Panama City comes alive with light, sound, art and fun. Experience ...

Loomis Bros. Circus - Crestview

The BIG Circus is coming to Old Spanish Trail Park in Crestview! Experience the all-new 2024 "Gone Country" Edition! Get ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Old Spanish Trail Park, Stillwell Blvd (Behind the Police Department), Crestview, FL 32539
  • Cost: Kids free with paying adult. See website for discount code.
  • Website: lbctix.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts
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