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November 27 - December 3

Coastal Elite Sports Freeport Thanksgiving Sports Fun Camp

Join us for an action-packed Thanksgiving Sports Fun Camp designed for kids ages 7-11! This exciting camp offers a perfect ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Coastal Elite Sports, 13295 Business 331, E100 Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $150 per child, $100 additional sibling
  • Website: www.coastalelitesports.com
  • 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 ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Fall for All

Enjoy Fall Break at the Science Center! With new activities each day, we've got something fun for everyone. Join us ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Adults/Children (ages 3+): $12, Children 2 and Under: Free. Museum Members: Free. Military: 10% off with active ID.
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Mary Esther Library Baby Toddler StoryTime (Ages 0-2)

Ages 0 - 2! Lots of fun every story time with songs, books, and activities to encourage a love of ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

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

City of Destin Holiday Baking Class for Kids

Students ages 8-14 will learn the joy of baking with others and take home lots of treats! 2-day class.

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Destin Community Center, 101 Stahlman Ave, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: $50 Destin Resident / $65 Non-Resident
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Walton-DeFuniak Library Crafty Kiddos

Crafty Kiddos is held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 3:30-4:30 pm. All supplies provided. Ages 5+ ...

AJ's Grayton Beach S'mores with Santa

Santa is coming early this year to AJ’s Grayton Beach! Join us for the annual S’mores with Santa event! Roast ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: AJ's Grayton Beach, 63 DeFuniak St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink an additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Valparaiso Library Family Pajama Storytime

Join Miss Beth in your cozy PJ's for family storytime. No registration is required. Don't forget to wear your cozy ...

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

Rosemary Beach Moonlight and Movies: The Polar Express

Bring the family for a wholesome, fun night under the starts. Enjoy a holiday favorite, “The Polar Express”. Chairs and ...

Gulf Coast State College Athletics Annual Turkey Trot

Gulf Coast State College Athletics is excited to bring you the 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K run/walk. This will be ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Frazier Field at Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy 98, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: 5K Run/Walk OR Fun Run registration fees: Early Registration: $25, Registration after November 15th: $30, Age 16 and younger: $20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Black Rifle Coffee Company Niceville Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk

Join us for our annual BRCC Turkey Trot! This fun run is approximately 3 miles and is family friendly! Enjoy ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: Black Rifle Coffee Company, 510 W John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: Free to attend. Coffee additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Toys for Tots at Gulf Breeze Zoo

Guests receive 50% off all tickets to the Zoo from 9am to 4pm with an acceptable Toys for Tots donation. ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Breeze Zoo, 5701 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze, FL, 32563
  • Cost: Prices before discount: Adult (13-64): $27.95, Senior (65+): $25.95, Children (2-12): $20.95, Under 2: Free
  • Website: www.gbzoo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Fall for All

Enjoy Fall Break at the Science Center! With new activities each day, we've got something fun for everyone. Join us ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Adults/Children (ages 3+): $12, Children 2 and Under: Free. Museum Members: Free. Military: 10% off with active ID.
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Garden at Peach Creek Christmas at the Garden

South Walton's Best Selection of FRESH Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Assorted Wreaths and Garland will debut as we celebrate the ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Garden at Peach Creek, 4401 U.S. Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Activities/Trees/wreaths available for purchase.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

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 ...

Panama City Beach Home for the Holidays

Bring the family together Thanksgiving weekend at Beach Home for the Holidays. The most wonderful time of the year begins ...

Alys Beach: Alys in Winter Wonderland

Experience the magic of the season at Alys in Winter Wonderland on November 29th in the Alys Beach Amphitheatre! Celebrate ...

City of Fort Walton Beach Light Up the Night Christmas Tree Lighting

We will kick off the holiday season with the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the Fort Walton Beach ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort Walton Beach Landing, 131 Brooks Street, SE, Fort Walton, FL, 32548
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

Experience the joy of the holidays while surrounded by reindeer topiary, live musical performances, Christmas caroling, and of course, our ...

Rosemary Beach Old Town Holiday: Tree Lighting and Merchant Open House

Join us for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer! We kick of the night in North Barrett Square with ...

Rosemary Beach Breakfast with Santa

Bring the kids to Santa’s Workshop for a magical morning filled with delight. Each child gets a boxed breakfast, a ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Town Hall, 48 S Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, FL, 32413
  • Cost: $20 and available at the door. 100% of admission proceeds will go to the SWFD Angel Tree Program.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Downtown Fort Walton Beach Holiday Market

Santa Claus is coming to the Downtown Fort Walton Beach Holiday Market! Join us for a jolly day as we ...

Home Depot Kids Workshops

Join us between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

Experience the joy of the holidays while surrounded by reindeer topiary, live musical performances, Christmas caroling, and of course, our ...

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 ...

The Garden at Peach Creek Christmas at the Garden

South Walton's Best Selection of FRESH Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Assorted Wreaths and Garland will debut as we celebrate the ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Garden at Peach Creek, 4401 U.S. Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Activities/Trees/wreaths available for purchase.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

The REP Theatre Alys Beach “Every Christmas Story Ever Told”

Back for its 14th year, The REP Theatre’s holiday smash hit, Every Christmas Story Ever Told, returns with all your ...

The Boom Boom Room Freeport Santa Meet and Greet

Kick off the season with a Meet and Greet Photo op with Santa at The Boom Boom Room! Tell Santa ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: The Boom Boom Room, 605 N County HWY 393 Unit C-4, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free, please bring an unwrapped present for our Toys for Tots Drive.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

HarborWalk Village Grand Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season with us on Saturday, November 30th, stating at 4:30PM. Gather by our Grande Christmas Tree, ...

HarborWalk Village Visits with Santa

Join us every Saturday and Sunday, November 30 through December 22, from 1pm-4pm for a magical holiday experience with St. ...

Party Over Here Party Over There FWB Merry Grinchmas Family Paint Party

What to Expect: Join us for a festive family-friendly painting party! Get into the holiday spirit at our Grinchmas Craft Bash, ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Party Over Here Party Over There, 1992 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: $45 adults / $20 kids
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

(Day Trip) North Pole at OWA

This holiday season, bring the family to Downtown OWA and step into the magical North Pole! From November 23rd to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: OWA, 101 S Owa Blvd, Foley, AL 36535
  • Cost: The North Pole is free to attend. Pictures with Santa are available for purchase. Personal photography is not permitted.
  • Website: visitowa.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Navarre Beach Sandcastle Holiday Photos

Would you love to have a picture with a sand sculpture for your Christmas cards?! You're in luck this year! ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Navarre Beach (near the pier), 8220 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL 32566
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Main Street DeFuniak Springs Merry Main Street

Join us for Merry Main Street as we host activities for your whole family to enjoy! All activities begin at ...

Seaside Holiday Parade and Turn on the Town

Kick off the holiday season with SEASIDE®'s joyful Holiday Parade! Starting at 3:00 p.m. in Seagrove Plaza, the parade will ...

The REP Theatre Seaside “Every Christmas Story Ever Told”

Kick off the holiday season with Every Christmas Story Ever Told during Thanksgiving Week! Back for its 14th year, The ...

Watercolor Old Florida Holiday and Winter Market

The 17th annual Old Florida Holiday and Winter Market kicks off the season in WaterColor’s Town Center and Cerulean Park. ...

Panama City Beach Home for the Holidays

Bring the family together Thanksgiving weekend at Beach Home for the Holidays. The most wonderful time of the year begins ...

Baytowne Wharf Here Comes Santa Claus

Here comes Santa Claus right down Baytowne Lane! Join us to cheer Santa on as he makes his way to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Boulevard Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

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

Pensacola Ice Flyers Hockey $5 Night

Help us close out the month of November with our second $5 Night Driven by Kia Autosport of Pensacola!

AJ's on the Bayou Brunch with Santa

Bring the kids for a magical Sunday Brunch with Santa! Join us for a delightful Christmas brunch prepared by Santa's ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: AJ's on the Bayou, 200 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547
  • Cost: Kids Brunch $8.95 (12 and under)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

Experience the joy of the holidays while surrounded by reindeer topiary, live musical performances, Christmas caroling, and of course, our ...

The REP Theatre Holiday Show

Grab your chairs and join us in front of the SEASIDE® Post Office for Every Christmas Story Ever Told by ...

(Day Trip) North Pole at OWA

This holiday season, bring the family to Downtown OWA and step into the magical North Pole! From November 23rd to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: OWA- 100 N Owa Blvd, Foley AL
  • Cost: The North Pole is free to attend. Pictures with Santa are available for purchase. Personal photography is not permitted
  • Website: visitowa.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

HarborWalk Village Visits with Santa

Join us every Saturday and Sunday, November 30 through December 22, from 1pm-4pm for a magical holiday experience with St. ...

Party Over Here Party Over There FWB Merry Grinchmas Family Paint Party

What to Expect: Join us for a festive family-friendly painting party! Get into the holiday spirit at our Grinchmas Craft Bash, ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Party Over Here Party Over There, 1992 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: $45 adults / $20 kids
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

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

Baytowne Wharf Nights of Lights

This December, enjoy a festive light show every night of December! Watch three dazzling shows on the Village tree and ...

Mexico Beach Christmas Tree Lighting

It’s almost Christmas time here at the beach! Mexico Beach will be turned into a magical holiday paradise with the ...

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, ...

The Drip Coffee Co Kid's Story Time

Join us at this free event as we read books, sing songs, and end with a craft!

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Drip Coffee Co, 2440 St Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

Twin Hills Children's Park Crestview Playground Ribbon-Cutting

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the Twin Hills Children's Park playground! The event will take place at ...

3 Sons Bar-B-Q Meet Santa Claus and Kids Eat Free

He's coming! Come meet the Big Man himself, Santa, at 3 Sons Bar-B-Q Monday December 2 from 4:30-7pm. Plus Kids ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 3 Sons Bar-B-Q, 6931 W. County Hwy 30a Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Kids Eat Free with each adult meal purchase.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Holiday Events

Baytowne Wharf Nights of Lights

This December, enjoy a festive light show every night of December! Watch three dazzling shows on the Village tree and ...

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

Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade

The 2024 Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade will take place along Eglin Parkway from First Street to Hughes Street. This ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Eglin Parkway from First Street to Hughes Street., Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32578
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.fwb.org
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Homeschool Art Club at Big Orange House

Check out our availability and book the date and time that works for you

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 ...

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.

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 ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

The Festival of Trees kicks off with 12 local charities decorating their assigned trees and competing to win cash prizes. ...

Destin Library Open Art Night (Ages 6-12)

Embrace your inner artist at our Open Art Night series. Art will be displayed at a special Gallery Night on ...

Baytowne Wharf Nights of Lights

This December, enjoy a festive light show every night of December! Watch three dazzling shows on the Village tree and ...

In My Girl Scout Era (day trip)

Calling all K-8 girls and their guardians! Join us for a fun, girl-centered event where you can learn about Girl ...

November 27 - December 3
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