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Panama City's Universal Beauty Pageant

This is a laid-back pageant so if it's your first time, don't worry we will walk you through everything to ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Majette Park Community Center, 5304 Old Majette Tower Rd, Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: Basic Entry Fee: $50 special (includes side awards), All-In Entry Fee: $75 special (includes basic pkg plus photogenic, optional interview and 3 overall awards)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Competitions & Pageants

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

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, ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

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

Valparaiso Library Teen Hang-out (Ages 11-17)

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday. We will have activities ...

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 ...

Island Wing Company Destin Game and Karaoke Night

Monday Game Night and Karaoke at Island Wing! Karaoke, board games, card games, and more! Free to play, fun for ...

  • 3:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Island Wing Company Destin, 981 US HWY 98E #13, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Free to play. Food and drink additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Oakland Terrace Park Free Zumba Classes (Ages 10+)

Mondays are for moving! Join our Zumba program designed for all fitness levels. It's a fun and energetic way to ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Oakland Terrace Park, 1900 W 11th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

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 (0-5). We offer a ...

Urban Air Destin Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a special time on Tuesday and Thursday mornings where the park is open only for children 5 and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Urban Air Destin, 14081 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: $15.99 for child aged 5 & Under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Emerald Coast Science Center SciPad featuring SMALLab

sciPad featuring SMALLab Learning is an embodied learning environment where every learner is up, moving, and collaborating. You'll work together ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with General Admission pricing. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Valparaiso Library Teen Hang-out (Ages 11-17)

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday. We will have activities ...

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.

Huck and Lilly Kids Music Performance in Seaside

Join Huck and Lilly for a fun-filled evening of characters and music for kids and the grown-ups who love them! ...

Chick-fil-A Crestview Free Chicken Biscuit

Mark you calendars for a Chicken Biscuit on us! One per person while supplies last. Available for dine-in or drive-thru. ...

  • 6:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Chick-fil-A Crestview, 3000 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536
  • Cost: Free chicken biscuit during breakfast hours.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Freeport Library Storytime

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

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

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

Surfside Music Theatre "Stagebabies" For the Young at ART

Nurture your child's budding talent with "Stagebabies", a delightful "Mommy and me" class designed for young stars ages 2.5-5 years ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:50 am 
  • Location: 80 East County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459 STE C Upstairs in Back
  • Cost: $159.00 a month (4 classes) or $275 for 2 months (8 classes)
  • Website: www.Surfsidemusictheatre.com
  • Category: Classes

Emerald Coast Science Center Creature Feature

Get an up-close encounter with a few of our critters! Learn about some of our Animal Ambassadors during a Creature ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with general admission. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Emerald Coast Science Center SciPad featuring SMALLab

sciPad featuring SMALLab Learning is an embodied learning environment where every learner is up, moving, and collaborating. You'll work together ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with General Admission pricing. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Valparaiso Library Teen Hang-out (Ages 11-17)

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday. We will have activities ...

Niceville Library Movie and Snacks in the Teen Space (Ages 13-17)

Join us for "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" on the big screen in the Teen Space! Snacks will be provided by Ms. ...

Crestview Library Life Skills (Ages 15+)

This class series is designed to teach teens and young adults basic skills that will help them in life (ages ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Children’s Chess Club

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

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park C.A.R.E.ing for Turtles

The Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center is partnering with Destin-Fort Walton Beach to bring awareness to sea turtle conservation and our nesting ...

Wednesday Night Summer Concert Series at Baytowne Wharf

Sit back and relax with an outdoor concert and enjoy live entertainment. The concert series will feature both local and ...

WaterColor Beach Club Craft N' Go

Need a craft to entertain the kids? Visit the concierge desk at Camp WaterColor or Beach Club Concierge Desk and ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: WaterColor Beach Club, 24 Golden Rod Cr, Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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, ...

Urban Air Destin Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a special time on Tuesday and Thursday mornings where the park is open only for children 5 and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Urban Air Destin, 14081 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: $15.99 for child aged 5 & Under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Mary Esther Library Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Every Story Time will be filled with activities, stories, and a fun take home craft! All to encourage a life ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Creature Feature

Get an up-close encounter with a few of our critters! Learn about some of our Animal Ambassadors during a Creature ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with general admission. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Emerald Coast Science Center SciPad featuring SMALLab

sciPad featuring SMALLab Learning is an embodied learning environment where every learner is up, moving, and collaborating. You'll work together ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with General Admission pricing. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Valparaiso Library Teen Hang-out (Ages 11-17)

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday. We will have activities ...

Freeport Library Pokemon Club

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

Surfside Music Theatre "Disneybration" Musical Theatre Class for Ages 5-7

Do you have a budding star age 5-7? Do you have a Disney fan in your fam? Does your car ...

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.

Huck and Lilly Kids Music Performance in Seaside

Join Huck and Lilly for a fun-filled evening of characters and music for kids and the grown-ups who love them! ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Planetarium Nights

Do you know how the planets were first discovered? Or when we discovered the Milky Way? Join us for our ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $12 per person. Free for active museum members.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

The Sanctuary Assembly of God Ebro Drive Thru Food Giveaway

Join us for a drive thru food giveaway. We know food prices keep increasing and now many face the extra ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: The Sanctuary Assembly of God, 6688 Highway 79, Ebro, FL 32437
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 (0-5). We offer a ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

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

Emerald Coast Science Center Chemistry Corner

Enjoy a visual Chem Demo at 11:30 a.m. followed by fun, hands-on chemistry activities from 12-1 p.m. where you get ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

NWF Fairgrounds Back to School Food Giveaway

Destin Harvest, Feeding the Gulf Coast, Northwest Florida Fair Association, and Beulah First Baptist Church are teaming up to host ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Emerald Coast Science Center Creature Feature

Get an up-close encounter with a few of our critters! Learn about some of our Animal Ambassadors during a Creature ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Included with general admission. $12 adults/$12 seniors/$12 kids/Kids 2 and under are free.
  • Website: ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Valparaiso Library Teen Hang-out (Ages 11-17)

Teens, ages 11-17, are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday. We will have activities ...

Niceville Library Switch Gaming in the Teen Space (Ages 13-17)

It's GAME ON after school at the Library! The Teen Space is reserved for students age 13-17 with a library card. ...

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 ...

Grand Boulevard Fall Lawn Games on The Green

Grand Boulevard invites you to bring the entire family out to enjoy some fun in Grant Park! Fall Lawn Games ...

Kids Cottage: Pajama Party Sleepovers

Overnight childcare for ages 2-16 at the Kids Cottage! Featuring outdoor movies, dance parties, and games! Breakfast and dinner provided. ...

The Preserve BWB Family Movie Night

Celebrate the first week back at school with a movie night! Bring the kiddos for a movie while you enjoy ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Preserve: A Bluewater Taproom, 2000 Bluewater Blvd, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $5 per family suggested donation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Panama City Summer Movies in the Park

Ditch the couch and join us for free movie nights under the summer sky. Grab your crew, pack your blankets ...

Main Street DeFuniak Springs "Sweet" Summer on Baldwin

It gets hot in the summer months in Florida so we're bringing the ice cream and sweets to you to ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Main Street DeFuniak Springs, 488 US Highway 90 E, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
  • Cost: Free to attend. Ice cream cost additonal.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Coastal Elite Sports Freeport Indoor Baseball Infield and Hitting Clinic (Ages 8-12)

Don't miss the chance to work with Coach Ty on the fundamentals of hitting and fielding in a fun, encouraging ...

Freeport Library Book Page Bookmarks Art Project

Saturday Art program - come and make a cute bookmark! Drop-in. All ages welcome.

Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshops

Join us for free monthly Kids' workshops! New project each month. Registration is required.

Mary Esther Library Lego Club

Who doesn't love Legos? Come prepared to be creative! Creating with Legos allows us to bring our visions to life. ...

Niceville Library Reading Education Assistance Dogs

Experience one-on-one reading with a trained therapy dog! Registration required. Each child gets 20 minutes with the therapy dog. Please, ...

Freeport Library Monthly STEAM Program

Monthly STEAM program, 3rd Saturday of the month starting in April. New theme each month, different topic speakers, themed projects, ...

Okaloosa County School District Hype on the Harbor: A Community Pep Rally

Join us for a giant county wide pep rally to kick off the new school year! Local high schools each ...

Grand Boulevard Fall Lawn Games on The Green

Grand Boulevard invites you to bring the entire family out to enjoy some fun in Grant Park! Fall Lawn Games ...

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