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Gulf Coast Renaissance Faire and Pirate Festival (Pensacola)

Celebrating the history and heritage of Medieval Europe as well as the 16th-century Gulf Coast. All New Wild West Round-Up ...

Sensory Days at WonderWorks Panama City Beach

WonderWorks is excited to host our next Sensory Day on Sunday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to Noon! Parents, caretakers, ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: WonderWorks, 9878 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: $12 plus tax per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs

OWA Mardi Gras Parade and Party (Day Trip)

*DAY TRIP* Get ready to let the good times roll at the Mardi Gras Parade and Party in Downtown OWA! ...

Village of Baytowne Wharf Mardi Gras Parade

Mardi Gras is BIGGER and BETTER than ever at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. “Laissez les bon temps rouler” (let ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

The Big Chill 30A Family Mardi Gras

3-6pm – free craft kits – make your own Mardi Gras Mask! 3-6pm – face painting with Katlyn of Uniquely Clever ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Big Chill 30A, 7000 E County Highway 30A, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
  • Cost: Free to attend.
  • Website: thebigchill.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

SeaLight Festival in Miramar Beach

Step into a dazzling world of light with hundreds of Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 100 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $24.99: Adults Ages 13-64, $17.99: Children Ages 3 - 12, Free: Toddlers Ages 2 & under, $22.99: Senior 65+, Student, Military Please Bring ID, $75: Family Bundle Max 2 Adults and 3 Children, $21.99: Groups 6+ people • Priced per Person
  • Website: www.sealightfestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

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

Crestview Library Ages 0-2 Storytime Classes

Mondays at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at 9 a.m. or 10 a.m. 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, ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Crestview Library Ages 0-2 Storytime Classes

Mondays at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at 9 a.m. or 10 a.m. Pre-register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or ...

NERD Lab Niceville Mini Engineering Challenges

Mini Engineering Design Challenges are monthly hands-on STEM activities designed to spark creativity and critical thinking. Perfect for homeschooling families, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $25 per challenge/student
  • Website: nerd-lab.com
  • Category: Classes

Urban Air Adventure Park Destin Jumperoo

Did you know that jumping on a trampoline can help your toddler learn balance and mobility?! Join us for Jumperoo ...

  • 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: Family Fun, Other

Walton-DeFuniak Library Children’s Storytime

Stories come alive with Ms. Lynn! Enjoy stories, songs, engaging activities, and a craft every Tuesday at 10:00 AM. Perfect ...

Nature Through The Looking Glass

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

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gator Lake Overlook 4607 State Park Ln Panama City FL 32408
  • Cost: Normal park entry fees apply.
  • Category: Informational & Tours, 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.

Bay County Public Library Teen Anime Club (Ages 12-17/Registration Required)

Talk about anime/manga with fellow fans, participate in fun activities, and learn about Japanese culture! Program geared for ages 12-17. ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Freeport Library Storytime

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

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 ...

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-5 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

Pre-K and Parent Social

Join other parents, toddlers, and EEC for free and fun programs that will connect you with community resources and parenting ...

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Homeschooler's Progressive Culinary Class

Join our 6-week progressive culinary course where young chefs learn essential cooking techniques, explore delicious recipes, and build kitchen confidence ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Little's Lunches and Kitchen, 854 N Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $52 per class/$310 for 6-week session
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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

Enjoy a read aloud story followed by a craft. Program geared for ages 5 - 7. Registration Required. Call 850-522-2118 ...

Coastal Branch Library Lego Club

Lego Club meets on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm in the community meeting room. Build your own Lego ...

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

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

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Kid's Progressive Culinary Class

Join our 6-week progressive culinary course where young chefs learn essential cooking techniques, explore delicious recipes, and build kitchen confidence ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Little's Lunches and Kitchen, 854 N Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $52 per class/$310 for 6-week session
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Village of Baytowne Wharf Wednesday Night Concert Series

The Wednesday Night Concert Series returns to Baytowne! This spring sit back and relax and enjoy live entertainment. The concert ...

Niceville Library Baby Bookworms Lapsit Storytime (Pre-walkers)

Give them a head start! Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development ...

Coastal Branch Library Preschool Storytime

Join us in the meeting room for preschool activities- stories, songs, and crafts with Coco. Dates may be subject to ...

Crestview Library Storytime Classes Ages 6-11

Stories, activities and a craft about: Jan. 16 Peace Feb. 6 Valentines Feb. 20 Meow Mar. 6 Wind Mar. 20 Garden Apr. 3 Easter Apr. 17 Environmental ...

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, ...

Ranger Led Nature Hike

Join a Park Ranger on a guided nature hike of Camp Helen State Park. The hike will meander through several ...

Urban Air Adventure Park Destin Jumperoo

Did you know that jumping on a trampoline can help your toddler learn balance and mobility?! Join us for Jumperoo ...

  • 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: Family Fun, Other

Valparaiso Library Mini-Mania (Ages 12+)

Mini-Mania will be March 6th at 10am. We will be using acrylic paint on mini birdhouses. This activity is for ...

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 ...

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 ...

Niceville Library Toddlers Storytime (Walkers to Age 3)

Give them a head start! Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development ...

Oakland Terrace Park Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

Join us in meeting other caregivers while your children learn through play! For ages 0-5. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Oakland Terrace Park Clubhouse, 1900 W. 11th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Freeport Library Pokemon Club

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

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.

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. ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Ready Readers Book Club

Join us on the first Thursday of every month for Ready Reader's Book Club. Each month we will discuss and ...

SeaLight Festival in Miramar Beach

Step into a dazzling world of light with hundreds of Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 100 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $24.99: Adults Ages 13-64, $17.99: Children Ages 3 - 12, Free: Toddlers Ages 2 & under, $22.99: Senior 65+, Student, Military Please Bring ID, $75: Family Bundle Max 2 Adults and 3 Children, $21.99: Groups 6+ people • Priced per Person
  • Website: www.sealightfestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

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 ...

30A Toddler Crafts St. Patrick's Day Playdate

Join us at Padgett Park for a festive morning full of fun and creativity! Craft Options and Handprint Painting: Katrina ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Padgett Park, 810 J D Miller Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: Free to attend. Some crafts are additional charge.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Holiday Events

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-5 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

Fort SK8 FWB Homeschool Sk8 and Play

Join us the 1st Friday of the month for our special Homeschool Sk8 and Play! Special discounts for homeschoolers.

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort SK8, 202 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Starting at $9.99/person.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Niceville Police Department K9 Kodi's 9th Birthday Celebration

Come celebrate Kodi's birthday with the NPD and Jeremiah's Italian Ice! Stop by and say Happy Birthday - Photo op, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Jeremiah's Italian Ice, 1198 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Crestview Library Teen Time

Grades 6-12 come hang out with others and play various video and board games! Each week there is a different ...

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 Florida Luxe Arts Festival

Florida Luxe Arts Festival (FLLUXE) is turning 5 in 2025! Chalk artists, musicians, and artisan vendors will color the streets ...

City of Crestview Food Truck Friday St. Patrick's Day Fun

Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Food Truck Friday on Main Street! Our streets will come alive with food ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Crestview, 311 N Main St, Crestview, FL 32536
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink purchases additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Paradise City Dance and Wellness SRB Parent's Night Out

Every Friday (even through the summer) we host Parent's Night Out for ages 3-11 (potty trained). Kids are cared for ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Paradise City Dance and Wellness, 3906 Hwy 98 W, Unit 7, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
  • Cost: $25 1 child | $50 2 children | $65 3 Children | $75 4 Children
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

SeaLight Festival in Miramar Beach

Step into a dazzling world of light with hundreds of Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 100 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $24.99: Adults Ages 13-64, $17.99: Children Ages 3 - 12, Free: Toddlers Ages 2 & under, $22.99: Senior 65+, Student, Military Please Bring ID, $75: Family Bundle Max 2 Adults and 3 Children, $21.99: Groups 6+ people • Priced per Person
  • Website: www.sealightfestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Gulf Coast State College Movie Night

Join us for a family-friendly movie night at the Gulf Coast State College Baseball Field on our Panama City Campus. ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Coast State College Baseball Field, 5230 W HWY 98, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

L&C Artistry Panama City Spring Open Art Studio and Kid's Craft Market

Come spend your Saturday crafting with us. We have Spring crafts for the kids and adults to play with and ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: L&C Artistry, 234 E Beach Dr, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $15 studio time
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Panama City Florida Luxe Arts Festival

Florida Luxe Arts Festival (FLLUXE) is turning 5 in 2025! Chalk artists, musicians, and artisan vendors will color the streets ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Girls Empowered with Math and Science (GEMS) Workshop

Join the Emerald Coast Science Center for their Girls Empowered with Math and Science (GEMS) Workshops for girls ages 8-15. ...

Emerald Coast Customs Motors in March Auto Show at Baytowne Wharf

Calling all Muscle Cars, Euros, Jeeps, Trucks, Corvettes, Imports, Hot Rods, Classics and Exotics! Join us for a day of ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 130 Fishermans Cv, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Panama City Spring Break Lifesavers CPR for Kids Class

This class teaches kids ages 7+ the basics of CPR and emergency response. Participants must be old enough to perform ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: St Andrews Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehab, 2100 Jenks Avenue Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Free. Donations accepted.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Gulf Coast State College Baseball Community Day

Local middle school and high school baseball players—this one’s for you! Join us for Community Day as our baseball team ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Coast State College Baseball Field, 5230 W HWY 98, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free admission for students in their school's jerseys.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Sporting Events

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 ...

Mary Esther Library Roll with It Dungeons and Dragons (14+)

Looking for a new party? Or maybe it's your first time slaying dragons? Either way, we'd be happy to have ...

SeaLight Festival in Miramar Beach

Step into a dazzling world of light with hundreds of Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 100 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: $24.99: Adults Ages 13-64, $17.99: Children Ages 3 - 12, Free: Toddlers Ages 2 & under, $22.99: Senior 65+, Student, Military Please Bring ID, $75: Family Bundle Max 2 Adults and 3 Children, $21.99: Groups 6+ people • Priced per Person
  • Website: www.sealightfestival.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

FWB Light Up the Night CommUNITY Kick-Off

Homelessness and Housing Alliance (HHA) is so proud and excited to partner with Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson for this soon to ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson, 788 N Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink/raffle tickets an additional cost
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Northwest Florida Ballet: Cinderella

NFB returns to the Mattie Kelly Arts Center to conclude the season on Sat., March 8, at 7:30 p.m. and ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Mattie Kelly Arts Center, 100 College Blvd, Niceville Fl 32578
  • Cost: See NWF Ballet website for ticket pricing and options.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts
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