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December 25 - 31

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 ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Winter Workshops

Join us for new activities December 23, 26, and 27 to celebrate the season! The museum is open from 10 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $12 general admission
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

The Big Chill 30A Paint Party Fundraiser for LightZ Of Hope

Paint small wooden ornaments to take home! Dolphins, sea turtles, flowers, hearts, sharks, and many more. 100% of the funds ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Big Chill 30A, 7000 E County Highway 30A, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
  • Cost: Donations accepted.
  • Website: thebigchill.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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 ...

Fort Walton Beach Library STEAM Kids

Join us every month for a fun, hands-on STEAM activity. For ages 3-6. Registration required.

Freeport Library Kids Bingo

We’re bringing monthly bingo back for 2024! It will be the last Thursday of the month from 3:00-4:00pm. Prizes will ...

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. ...

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 ...

Coconut Kidz Boutique and Art Studio Kids Art Classes

Art classes by a local artist! We are offering mommy and me classes for 6 months up to 3 years ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Coconut Kidz Boutique and Creator's Corner Art Studio, 102 Cannery Ln, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $40 per class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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 Elite Sports Freeport Holiday Sports Fun Camps

Join us for a Holiday Sports Fun Camp for ages 7-11! Activities include baseball/softball, golf, pickleball, sports sim arcade, and ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Winter Workshops

Join us for new activities December 23, 26, and 27 to celebrate the season! The museum is open from 10 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $12 general admission
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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, ...

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 ...

Bay County Public Library Afterschool Nintendo Switch League (Ages 8-12)

Hang out and enjoy Nintendo Switch Games in the Youth Services Program Room! Program geared for ages 8 - 12.

The Beach Bar at Royal Palm Grille Beach Bonfire

Free Beach Bonfire, every Monday and Friday all year long! Located at The Beach Bar at Royal Palm Grille beginning ...

  • 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Royal Palm Grille,1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Lego Club

Get creative with Lego Club! Join us twice a month for Lego Club -- on 2nd Wednesdays at 3pm and ...

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 ...

Niceville Comics and Collectibles Disney Lorcana League

Register Lorcana League play on melee.gg. Earn a point each time you register for different league days. It’s free entry ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Niceville Comics and Collectibles, 96 S John Sims Pkwy, Valparaiso, FL 32580
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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 ...

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

HarborWalk Village Chanukah

Join HarborWalk Village in a special Menorah Lighting starting at 5PM. Spend a special night with friends and family celebrating ...

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 ...

The Drip Coffee Co Frozen Movie Morning

This was such a fun and highly requested event last year that we knew we had to bring it back ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: The Drip Coffee Co, 2440 St Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free, Snack packs available for $6.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Emerald Coast Science Center: Winter Break Fun for Everyone

The holiday break isn't over yet! Enjoy the museum each day with special activities beginning at 10:30 a.m. All activities ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $12 general admission
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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: Other, Holiday Events

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 ...

Bay County Public Library STEM Select (Ages 6-12 / Registration Required)

Explore a variety of STEM-themed activities at the library. Registration Required. Call or visit the Youth Services Department to register. ...

The Beach Bar at Royal Palm Grille Beach Bonfire

Free Beach Bonfire, every Monday and Friday all year long! Located at The Beach Bar at Royal Palm Grille beginning ...

  • 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Royal Palm Grille,1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

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

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 ...

Alys Beach Noon Year’s Eve Party

Ring in the New Year a little early at the Alys Beach Noon Year’s Eve Party! Join us in the ...

Crabs on the Beach Gulf Breeze Noon Year's Eve Ball Drop

Ring in the new year with our Noon Year's Eve Ball Drop! Ball drop at noon. Live music, mocktails, drink ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Crabs on the Beach, 6 Casino Beach Boardwalk, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
  • Cost: Free Admission. Food/drinks additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Fort SK8 Noon Year's Eve Balloon Bash

You won't want to miss the biggest event of the year! Noon Years Eve Family Bash on December 31st! 2 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort SK8, 202 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Starting at $24.99/person. Group packages available.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Fudpucker's Destin Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Join us to ring in the New Year for an all ages celebration! Our Noon Year's Eve is a free ...

HarborWalk Village Noon Year's Eve

Kick off the New Year early with a family-friendly celebration at HarborWalk Village! Join us for a morning packed with ...

Lulu's Restaurant Destin Noon Year's Eve

Mark your calendars for LuLu’s Annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration just for kids! It will be non-stop, kid-friendly fun for ...

Silver Sands Premium Outlets Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Ring in the New Year with a family-friendly celebration at Silver Sands Premium Outlets! Enjoy face painting, airbrush tattoos, a ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Silver Sands Premium Outlets, 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

The Wharf Orange Beach Kids Confetti Drop (DAY TRIP)

**DAY TRIP** We’re poppin’ into 2025 with the annual Kids Confetti Drop presented by Beachball Properties. Kids whose bedtime comes well ...

The Big Chill 30A New Year's Eve Celebration and Beach Ball Drop

Join us as we ring in 2025 with a family friendly New Year’s Eve Celebration! We’ll have something for the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: The Big Chill 30A, 7000 E County Highway 30A, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink and additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

The Big Chill 30A New Years Eve Celebration and Beach Ball Drop

Join us as we ring in 2025 with a family friendly New Year’s Eve Celebration! We’ll have something for the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Big Chill, 7000 E County Hwy 30A, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink and additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Skater's Choice Panama City Noon Year's Eve Family Skate Party

Looking for Some Family Fun? New Years Eve Day Time event. Balloon drop, prizes, and lots of fun!

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.

Seaside New Year’s Eve Celebration

Join us for a New Year’s Eve Celebration with live music, a fireworks show, and more! Arts and Crafts and Facepainting: ...

Seaside New Year’s Eve Celebration

Join us for a New Year’s Eve Celebration with live music, a fireworks show, and more! Arts and Crafts and Facepainting: ...

Pier Park New Year's Eve Beach Ball Drop

Help us ring in 2025, Real. Fun. Beach. style. Come to Panama City Beach on December 31st to enjoy not ...

Baytowne Wharf New Year's Eve Baytowne Countdown

You don't want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf's end-of-the-year celebration! Ring in 2025 with a night to remember ...

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 ...

SunVenture Crab Island Cruises Destin Harbor Family Friendly New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise

Ring in the new year on the water! Enjoy a 1.5 hour family-friendly cruise and enjoy an enchanting viewing of ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: SunVenture Crab Island Cruises, 314 Harbor Blvd Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Adults: $35, Ages 3-14: $25, Ages 2 and under: Free (must obtain a ticket)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Buccaneer Pirate Cruise Destin New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise with

Ahoy, adventure seekers! Ready for a night to remember? Join us on the Buccaneer Pirate Cruise, located at HarborWalk Village ...

Fort Walton Beach Bowling New Year's Eve Party

Enjoy unlimited bowling from 9pm-1am for $100 a lane - up to 6 people! Includes shoe rentals, party favors, and ...

The Boardwalk Okaloosa Island New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Beach

Celebrate the beginning of a New Year at The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and countdown to 9pm fireworks on the ...

Baytowne Wharf: Baytowne Countdown Drone Spectacular

Turn your eyes to the sky during the Baytowne Countdown celebration at 10pm and midnight for an eye-catching drone light ...

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