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December 21 - 27

Crestview Fire Department Santa Run

Santa is Coming to Your Neighborhood! Crestview families, get ready because Santa will be making his way around the city ...

Emerald Grande Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa at Emerald Grande! Ho ho ho! The most magical mornings of the season are here! Join us ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Grande Grande Ballroom, 10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Adults $32 | Children (3-12) $25 | plus 22% Service Charge and 7% Sales Tax 2 and younger are complimentary, but must be added into guest count when reserving a table.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

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

Emerald Coast Zoo Wild Christmas

Experience a Wild Christmas at Emerald Coast Zoo! It is an extraordinary way to celebrate the season! Activities: Watch the animals open ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Zoo, 5262 Deer Springs Dr, Crestview, FL 32539
  • Cost: Child (2-12 yrs): $9.95, Adult (13 + yrs): $14.95
  • Website: emeraldcoastzoo.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jolly Bay Farm Freeport Jolly Bay Christmas

Join us on our beautiful local family farm for a weekend of holiday fun! Meet Santa and snap free photos, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Jolly Bay Farms, 238 Fluffy Landing Road, Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $5 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

La Luna Children's Boutique Angel Tree Fundraiser and Holiday Activities

Don’t miss out on all the fun La Luna Children's Boutique! Kids can make their own snow globes and decorate ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: La Luna Children's Boutique, 625 Grand Blvd #E106, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Donations accepted for Angel Tree.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Panama City Center for the Arts Storytime and Cookies with Jovie the Elf

“Elves love to tell stories. I bet you didn’t know that about elves.” Jovie the Elf from the movie ‘Elf’ is ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Panama City Center for the Arts, 19 E 4th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

ReRuns 4 Wee Ones Valparaiso Grinchmas

The Grinch is coming! Join us for our 2nd Annual Grinchmas! Bring your cameras and snap some photos with the ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: ReRuns 4 Wee Ones, 133 S John Sims Pkwy Unit C, Valparaiso, FL 32580
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Rosemary Beach S'mores with Santa

Join us in North Barrett Square for S'mores with Santa! Bring the entire family and enjoy complimentary Santa photos and ...

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas Photos with Santa

It's that time a year again! Santa and his "elf"igator will be making their annual stop at ZooWorld for Cajun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooWorld, 9008 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Contact Zoo for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Birdie A Golf Freeport Christmas Fun Day

Join us at Birdie A for an unforgettable afternoon filled with festive fun and holiday magic! Decorate Your Own Christmas ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Birdie A Golf, 1245 Old Jolly Bay Rd Unit A102, Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Soundside Cruiser FWB Christmas Cruise with Santa

Hop aboard the Soundside Cruiser for a magical Christmas cruise with Santa, complete with festive holiday music and breathtaking waterfront ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Soundside Cruiser, 189 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Contact for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The REP Theatre Holiday Show in Seaside

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

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Seaside Post Office Event Lawn, 99 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: seasidefl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Black Rifle Coffee Company Niceville Meet Santa

Meet Santa Claus in person! Join us for festive fun on Sunday, December 15 from 3–5 PM and Saturday, December ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • 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: Holiday Events

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Cookies and Crafts with Grump

Join us at The Island Resort for some holiday fun with Grump, the Emerald Coast’s favorite Christmas grouch with a ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Island Resort, 1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

(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 -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

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. ...

Ballet Conservatory "The Nutcracker" at South Walton High School

Join us this December for our annual performance of The Nutcracker. This magical tale tells the journey of Clara as ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: South Walton High School, 645 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: $15-35
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Fudpucker's Destin Free Photos with Santa

Get ready for a holiday photo-op like no other! Join us December 20th, 21st, or 22nd from 2pm - 6pm ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Fudpucker's Destin, 20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Historic McKenzie House Panama City Storytime with Mrs.Claus

Mrs. Claus is coming to the historic McKenzie House for three Saturdays in December! She will read her favorite Christmas ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic McKenzie House, 17 3rd Ct, Panama City, FL, 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

Pink Coyote Dessert Co. Christmas Story Night

Enjoy a beloved Christmas classic read aloud by our very own conductor. Kids 10 and under enjoying story time in ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Pink Coyote Dessert Co., 30 Walter Martin Rd NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free to attend. Kids 10 and under in PJs get free cocoa.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Chick-fil-a Niceville Dinner with Santa

Join us for a Chick-fil-A dinner...and a chance to visit with Santa Claus!

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Chick-fil-a Niceville, 1348 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: Food at menu price.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas

‘Tis the season! Enjoy complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides around the Town Center while taking in the Coastal White Christmas lights ...

Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center Santa's Sea Turtle Fiesta

Get Your Tickets Today and Dive into the Holiday with Santa and Seamore at the NBSTCC! We are excited to ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, 8740 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL 32566
  • Cost: $10 child, $7 adult/chaperone
  • Website: ticketscandy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Panama City Jingle Bell Express

All aboard the Jingle Bell Express! This magical holiday experience connects Downtown Panama City & St. Andrews for riders to ...

Bluewater Bay Marina Christmas Boat Parade

Bluewater Bay Marina will be hosting their 13th Annual Christmas Boat Parade on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Captains Meeting at 4:00pm Staging: ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Bluewater Bay Marina, 290 Yacht Club Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: Free to attend.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Lulu's Restaurant Destin Christmas Cookie Movie Night

Free Family Fun in December at LuLu's Destin! Join us for a cozy night of Christmas Cookies, Popcorn, Hot Chocolate ...

HarborWalk Village Holiday Film Fest

Join us for a festive family-friendly Holiday movie on the Lawn! Grab a blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, and ...

Blue Mountain Bakery Santa Rosa Beach Cookies with Santa

Come out on Sunday for a meet and greet with Santa! We will have our bakery mural decorated for Christmas ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Blue Mountain Bakery, 2217 CR-30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food and drink purchases additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Crestview Fire Department Santa Run

Santa is Coming to Your Neighborhood! Crestview families, get ready because Santa will be making his way around the city ...

Emerald Grande Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa at Emerald Grande! Ho ho ho! The most magical mornings of the season are here! Join us ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Grande Grande Ballroom, 10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Adults $32 | Children (3-12) $25 | plus 22% Service Charge and 7% Sales Tax 2 and younger are complimentary, but must be added into guest count when reserving a table.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jolly Bay Farm Freeport Jolly Bay Christmas

Join us on our beautiful local family farm for a weekend of holiday fun! Meet Santa and snap free photos, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Jolly Bay Farms, 238 Fluffy Landing Road, Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $5 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Northstar Church Panama City Snow Much Fun Day

Bring your family and invite your friends to a FOR Bay County Snow Much Fun Day! We'll have real snow, ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Northstar Church, 2440 St Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Painting with a Twist FWB All Ages Paint Session: Christmas Squishies

Join us for a family-friendly painting event! Create your own masterpiece with family or friends. All ages welcome. No experience ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist, 255 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Suite B-8, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $29
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas Photos with Santa

It's that time a year again! Santa and his "elf"igator will be making their annual stop at ZooWorld for Cajun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooWorld, 9008 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Contact Zoo for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

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

Soundside Cruiser FWB Christmas Cruise with Santa

Hop aboard the Soundside Cruiser for a magical Christmas cruise with Santa, complete with festive holiday music and breathtaking waterfront ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Soundside Cruiser, 189 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Contact for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The REP Theatre Holiday Show in Seaside

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

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Seaside Post Office Event Lawn, 99 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: seasidefl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

3rd Planet Brewing Niceville Kidz Paint

Join us for an afternoon of painting fun. This event allows kids to create a painting using acrylic paint on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: 3rd Planet Brewing, 1400 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $30
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Puzzle Piece Markets Lynn Haven Last Minute Christmas Extravaganza

How about some last-minute Christmas shopping and a day of fun to boot! Puzzle Piece Markets will be at Sharon ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sharon Sheffield Park, 901 Ohio Ave Lynn Haven, FL 32444
  • Cost: Free to attend.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach Cookies with Santa at Whitecaps

Join Santa at Whitecaps Sweets and Treats, located within SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach for Cookies with Santa! Children ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Beach House Social at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach, 8375 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL 32566
  • Cost: Donations accepted.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Cookies and Crafts with Grump

Join us at The Island Resort for some holiday fun with Grump, the Emerald Coast’s favorite Christmas grouch with a ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Island Resort, 1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Eagle's Nest at Blackwater Brunch and Crafts with Mrs. Claus

Join us for a magical afternoon with Mrs. Claus! She’s taking a break from her busy Christmas preparations to have ...

  • 12:30 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Eagle's Nest at Blackwater, 4927 Antioch Rd, Crestview, FL 32536
  • Cost: Contact for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

(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 -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

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. ...

Fudpucker's Destin Free Photos with Santa

Get ready for a holiday photo-op like no other! Join us December 20th, 21st, or 22nd from 2pm - 6pm ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Fudpucker's Destin, 20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Neon's Bar 72 Panama City Family Gingerbread Decorating Contest

Bring the Family together for a sweet Holiday showdown in our Gingerbread Contest!

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Neon's Bar 72, 4701 Bay Point Rd, Panama City, FL 32408
  • Cost: $5 small house/$20 large house
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas Photos with Santa

It's that time a year again! Santa and his "elf"igator will be making their annual stop at ZooWorld for Cajun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooWorld, 9008 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Contact Zoo for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Boulevard Holiday Farmers' Market

Handmade products and food. Elevate your holiday feasts! Join us at Grand Boulevard for our festive Farmers' Markets on December ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Grand Boulevard Farmers' Market, 600 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free to attend.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Seaside Post Office Event Lawn, 99 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: seasidefl.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

(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 -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

Santa Rosa Mall Visits with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to town… and he’s making a stop at Santa Rosa Mall! Join us for a magical ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Santa Rosa Mall, 300 Mary Esther Blvd, Mary Esther, FL 32569
  • Cost: Contact mall for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas Photos with Santa

It's that time a year again! Santa and his "elf"igator will be making their annual stop at ZooWorld for Cajun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: ZooWorld, 9008 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Contact Zoo for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas

‘Tis the season! Enjoy complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides around the Town Center while taking in the Coastal White Christmas lights ...

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.baytownewharf.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
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