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December 21 - 27

T's Farm Baker Farm Tours

Join us on Saturdays and Sundays for a full day of nature, relaxation, and fun at T’s Farm. Experience the ...

  • 7:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: T's Farm, 1956 L G Russel Rd, Baker, FL 32531
  • Cost: $25 per vehicle for guided tour. Day Pass: $12/adult, $8/child, Kids 3 and under free.
  • Website: www.tsfarmfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Crestview Fire Department Santa Run

Our much-anticipated Santa Runs are back, bringing holiday cheer straight to your neighborhoods within Crestview's city limits! Join Santa as ...

Emerald Grande Destin Breakfast with Santa

All Aboard! The most magical mornings of the season are pulling into the Emerald Grande. Slip into your coziest PJs ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Grande Grande Ballroom, 10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Adults: $35, Kids (3-12yrs): $23, Kids 2 & Under: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Destin Commons Jolly Jubilee

Experience the spirit of the holidays at Destin Commons with our Jolly Jubilee! Bring your family and friends to enjoy ...

Eagle's Nest at Blackwater Winter Wonderland

Step into a Winter Wonderland and celebrate the season with us at Eagle’s Nest! Join us for a magical day ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Eagle's Nest at Blackwater, 4927 Antioch Rd, Crestview, FL 32536
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink an additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

Cookie Decorating with The Grinch at Pana Roma Pizza Panama City

Exciting News! We've been able to get our favorite Green Guy to visit us this year! Since our SweetBay Location ...

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

The Island Resort is delighted to welcome everyone’s favorite green and grouchy holiday character, The Grump on Saturday, December 20 ...

Traveling Painter Kidz Paint at 3rd Planet Brewery Niceville

Join us for a fun and festive paint afternoon where kids will be able to create two one-of-a-kind hand-painted ornaments ...

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

HarborWalk Village Santa's Send Off

Join us for a special farewell as Santa wraps up his holiday visit to HarborWalk Village and heads back to ...

North Pole at OWA (Foley, AL)

*DAY TRIP* This holiday season, bring the family to North Pole in Downtown OWA! From November 28th to December 30th, ...

  • 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: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

Panama City Beach Aquatic Center Splash n' Dash

PCB Aquatic Center - December 21 - Starts at 1PM $6 per person (Pre-Registration Required) 10- & Under-100-yard swim & .5-mile run 11-14- ...

Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Annie

Join your favorite red headed orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, and the eternally grumpy Miss Hannigan for this feel-good story of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Theatre Company, 560 Grand Blvd Suite 200, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $35 - $60
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Fudpucker's Destin Free Photos with Santa

Get ready for a holiday photo-op like no other! Join us December 19th, 20th, or 21st, from 2pm - 6pm ...

Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas

Celebrate the Season at Grand Boulevard! Join us December 18–23 for a week of holiday cheer, featuring magical horse-drawn carriage ...

Studio 6Twenty5 The Nutcracker

Begin your holiday season with a magical night at the ballet! Studio6twenty5 presents its annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: FWB Civic Auditorium, 109 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $15.99-30.99
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

The Blue Tee Niceville Teddy Bear Tea Party

Join us for a charming afternoon of tea, treats, and Christmas magic! Our Christmas Teddy Bear Tea Party is the ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees! Join us on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at ...

Seaside Photos with Santa

Capture the magic of the season with Photos with Santa in SEASIDE®’s enchanting Christmas Village (Pop-Up District) for a festive, ...

Niceville-Valparaiso Rotary Club Christmas Boat Parade

Are you ready for the BOAT PARADE? Niceville Valparaiso Rotary Club will be holding theirs on Sunday, December 21, 2025. 4:30 ...

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 ...

Coastal Elite Sports Freeport Indoor Golf 101 - Beginner Golf for Ages 8-12

Designed for kids ages 8-12, this fun and engaging indoor clinic is the perfect introduction to golf. Whether your child ...

  • 5:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Coastal Elite Sports, 13295 Business 331, E100 Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $25 per class
  • Website: www.coastalelitesports.com
  • Category: Classes

L&C Artistry Panama City STEAM Day Christmas Activities

What to expect: -3 hours of STEAM Activities with a holiday spin! -Multisensory learning and exploration. -Take-home crafts -Drop off event with snacks provided. 20 ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: L&C Artistry, 231 E Beach Dr, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Step Up: Select two class sessions ($50), Cash Discount: $40
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Emerald Coast Science Center Winter Workshops

Join us for new activities December 22, 23, and 26 to celebrate the season! The museum is open from 10 ...

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

Fort Walton Beach Library Little Brush Buddies (Ages 0-2)

Join us for this drop-in art program for ages 0-2. Registration is required to ensure we have enough materials for ...

North Pole at OWA (Foley, AL)

*DAY TRIP* This holiday season, bring the family to North Pole in Downtown OWA! From November 28th to December 30th, ...

  • 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: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

Crestview Library Youth Chess

Calling all budding chess players! Youth Chess Club meets every Monday evening 3-4:30 PM. It is designed to teach all ...

Coastal Elite Sports Freeport Rookies 101 - Beginner Baseball & Softball Class

Join us every Monday for our Rookies 101 class! This co-ed, non-competitive class is perfect for very beginner baseball and softball ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Coastal Elite Sports, 13295 Business 331, E100 Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $15 per class
  • Website: www.coastalelitesports.com
  • Category: Classes

Bay County Public Library Mini Makers (Ages 5-7/Registration Required)

Enjoy a read aloud story followed by a craft. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 to register.

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees! Join us on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at ...

Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas

Celebrate the Season at Grand Boulevard! Join us December 18–23 for a week of holiday cheer, featuring magical horse-drawn carriage ...

North Bay Fire District Niceville "Santa Through the District"

North Bay Fire District is excited to announce… SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN! Mark your calendars — on December 22nd, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Winter Workshops

Join us for new activities December 22, 23, and 26 to celebrate the season! The museum is open from 10 ...

Urban Air Adventure Park Destin Jumperoo

Join us for Jumperoo Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am - 12pm for you and your little adventurer 5 and under! ...

  • 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. Parents are free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Walton-DeFuniak Library Children’s Storytime

Stories come alive with Ms. Lynn! Enjoy stories, songs, engaging activities, and a craft. Perfect for sparking young imaginations!

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

St. Andrews State Park: Nature Through the Looking Glass

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and ...

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Holiday Sunset Camp

Enjoy an evening out while your children have an unforgettable experience at the Gulfarium! Our Sunset Camp includes a dockside ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, 1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $89 for the first child, 25% off each additional child within the same reservation.
  • Website: gulfarium.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Other

North Pole at OWA (Foley, AL)

*DAY TRIP* This holiday season, bring the family to North Pole in Downtown OWA! From November 28th to December 30th, ...

  • 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: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

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.

Coastal Branch Library Kids Chess Tuesdays

Chess with Mr. Owens is held every Tuesday at 3:30 pm at the Coastal Branch Library. All ages and all ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees! Join us on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at ...

Skater's Choice Panama City Learn to Skate Class

Does your child want to learn to skate and earn a pair of their very own roller skates? Sign up! ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Skater's Choice Panama City, 5413 Hickory St Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: $12 per lesson. Skate rental included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Grand Boulevard Coastal White Christmas

Celebrate the Season at Grand Boulevard! Join us December 18–23 for a week of holiday cheer, featuring magical horse-drawn carriage ...

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 ...

Shoreline Church Destin "Joy Factory"

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Joy Factory - an immersive, family-friendly Christmas open house at Shoreline! Step into ...

Freeport Library Storytime

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

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

Fort Walton Beach Library Family Movie Series

Join us once a month for our Family Movie Series! Popcorn will be provided. Movie will begin at the time ...

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

Young chess enthusiasts, unite! Our Children’s Chess Club welcomes all ages and skill levels every Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 PM. Learn, play, ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Crafty Kiddos

Calling all crafty kids! Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. All supplies ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees! Join us on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at ...

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 ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees! Join us on Tuesday, December 2 from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at ...

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 ...

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 ...

Emerald Coast Science Center Winter Workshops

Join us for new activities December 22, 23, and 26 to celebrate the season! The museum is open from 10 ...

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

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 Robotics and Coding for All Ages

All ages are welcome to spend your Friday afternoon coding and building robots with various kits to explore starting at ...

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 ...

T's Farm Baker Farm Tours

Join us on Saturdays and Sundays for a full day of nature, relaxation, and fun at T’s Farm. Experience the ...

  • 7:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: T's Farm, 1956 L G Russel Rd, Baker, FL 32531
  • Cost: $25 per vehicle for guided tour. Day Pass: $12/adult, $8/child, Kids 3 and under free.
  • Website: www.tsfarmfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Fort Walton Beach Library Lego Club

Join us for Lego Club! This is a drop-in event, and children will be free building whatever they would like. ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Yoyo! Check this out!

Calling yoyo enthusiasts of all experience levels! Carlos, a local yoyo enthusiast, will be at the library on the 4th ...

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 ...

ZooWorld Panama City Beach Cajun Christmas

Walk through a snow blizzard to meet Santa and his "elf"igator" and get the most unique holiday photos around. Visit ...

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

Tiny Explorers Panama City: Mommy and Me Sensory Play Class

Step into a magical winter world—right here in Panama City! Join us for a hands-on sensory play experience perfect for ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Bay County Public Library, 898 W. 11th Street, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $15 per child. $5 per additional sibling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

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 ...

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