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27January

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

Emerald Coast Science Center Homeschool Academy

We invite all young explorers (ages 6-12) to take part in our Home School Science Academy. Students will participate in ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 SW Memorial Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $45 members/$50 nonmembers, $15 off additional siblings
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Classes

Panama City Mommy & Me Sensory Play Club

Registration for our new Mommy & Me Sensory Play Club! Be sure to secure your spot! Registration closes on January ...

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 ...

Coastal Branch Library Music and Movement Toddler Time

Music, movement and more with Ms. Deanna and Ms. Shirles! Tuesdays at 10:00 am at the Coastal Branch Library. May ...

Panama City Beach Library Beach Book Babies (Ages 0-2)

Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and play with your baby! Space limited to 24 people. There are two class times: 10:00 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

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!

Wonderworks Panama City Beach Homeschool Days

Homeschool families are invited to begin 2026 with discounted admission to WonderWorks on weekdays before 2PM, this January and February ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wonderworks Panama City Beach, 9910 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: $15 + tax per person, or $12 + tax per person if you have a group of 10 or more.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Science and Discovery Center Spring Science Spots for Tots

Science Spots for Tots is a class geared toward the 2-5 age group. The activities are adaptable so that children ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Science and Discovery Center, 308 Airport Rd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Members: $8/child, Non-members: $9/child, One accompanying adult is free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Kid's Cooking Series: Classical Cooking

All Ages Classical Cooking: January 6th – February 24th This hands-on 8-week course introduces young aspiring chefs to the fundamentals of ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Little's Lunches and Kitchen, 854 N Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $65 per class/$520 for 8-week session
  • Website: form.jotform.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Skater's Choice Panama City Homeschool Skate

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for Skater’s Choice Homeschool Skate for a fun way for students to take a ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Skater's Choice Panama City, 5413 Hickory St Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: $10/Skate. $15/Skate and Adventure Play Area. Skate rental included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 on School Days, 1:45-3:00. ...

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 ...

Bay County Public Library Interview Skills (Ages 14-18)

Learn helpful interview tips when applying for jobs. CareerSource Gulf Coast will present! Registration required. Call or message our Facebook ...

Coastal Elite Sports Freeport Junior Pickleball Program

Tuesdays are officially for pickleball fun! This beginner-friendly session is perfect for kids ages 7–12 who want to learn the ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Coastal Elite Sports, 13295 Business 331, E100 Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: $20/session
  • Website: www.coastalelitesports.com
  • Category: Classes

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

Destin Library Pokemon Club

Battle, trade and craft with Professor Sadie and other Pokémon fans!

28January

Coastal Branch Library "Bark for Books" with Dog Harmony

Dog Harmony presents Bark For Books! A tail-waggingly fun way to build confidence by reading aloud to a friendly pup! Wednesdays: ...

NERD Lab Niceville STEM Explorers Club

STEM Explorers Club is a 6-week program where students take on exciting hands-on projects that blend science, engineering, and creativity. ...

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. ...

Freeport Library Storytime

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

Valparaiso Library Special Story Time with Britney Westerfield Reed

Join us for a very special Story Time with local author Britney Westerfield Reed. She will be reading to us ...

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join us for an age-appropriate story time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-10:30am. Mon- Ages 3-5 Wed- All Ages Fri-Ages 0-3

Wonderworks Panama City Beach Homeschool Days

Homeschool families are invited to begin 2026 with discounted admission to WonderWorks on weekdays before 2PM, this January and February ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wonderworks Panama City Beach, 9910 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: $15 + tax per person, or $12 + tax per person if you have a group of 10 or more.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-6 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet ...

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Kid's Cooking Series: Classical Cooking

All Ages Classical Cooking: January 7th – February 25th This hands-on 8-week course introduces young aspiring chefs to the fundamentals ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Little's Lunches and Kitchen, 854 N Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $65 per class/$520 for 8-week session
  • Website: form.jotform.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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 on School Days, 1:45-3:00. ...

Fort Walton Beach Library Fandom Party for Homeschool Highschoolers

What are you a fan of? Teens are invited to an afternoon of costumes, games, and fun with other teen ...

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 ...

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 ...

Bay County Public Library Youth Japanese Language Club (Ages 6-12 / Registration Required)

Learn basic words and phrases in this beginner-friendly Japanese class. *Registration required. Call 850-522-2118 to register.

29January

Panama City Mommy & Me Sensory Play Club

Registration for our new Mommy & Me Sensory Play Club! Be sure to secure your spot! Registration closes on January ...

Niceville Library 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 Story Time

Preschool Story Time– Join us on Thursday mornings starting at 10:00 am for preschool story time for stories, songs, crafts ...

Destin Library Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie, for a morning of song & dance, ...

Destination Athletics Niceville Preschool Open Play

Join us on Thursdays for Preschool Open Play! For ages 5 and under. Pre-registration recommended.

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Destination Athletics, 4648 Hwy 20 E, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $5
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

NERD Lab Niceville Robotics Club

Step into the world of competitive robotics! In this 6-week challenge, student teams will build, code, and refine a LEGO® ...

Panama City Beach Library Sail into School (Ages 3-5 / Class size limited)

Get ready to learn with engaging stories, songs, and crafts! Space limited to 24 people. *No classes on 12/25 or 1/1

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Science and Discovery Center Toddler Time

Join us for soft play time on our new equipment! Every Thursday we will have our soft play set up ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Science and Discovery Center, 308 Airport Rd, Panama City, FL 32405
  • Cost: Members: $8/child, Non-members: $9/child, One accompanying adult is free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Andrews State Park Nature's Story: A Ranger Guided Hike

Join a Ranger every Thursday to hike and learn about native ecosystems, plants, wildlife, and history of St. Andrews State ...

Valparaiso Library Art at the Library

Monday, January 5th, at 4pm & Thursday, January 22nd 10am; Join us for Art at the Library. Please dress for ...

Wonderworks Panama City Beach Homeschool Days

Homeschool families are invited to begin 2026 with discounted admission to WonderWorks on weekdays before 2PM, this January and February ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wonderworks Panama City Beach, 9910 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: $15 + tax per person, or $12 + tax per person if you have a group of 10 or more.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Bay County Public Library Read and Rhyme Storytime (Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver)

Enjoy stories and songs with your preschooler while they learn early literacy skills.

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 ...

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Teen Cooking Series: Classical Cooking

Teen Classical Cooking: January 8th – February 26th This hands-on 8-week course introduces young aspiring chefs to the fundamentals of ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Little's Lunches and Kitchen, 854 N Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $65 per class/$520 for 8-week session
  • Website: form.jotform.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

NERD Lab Niceville STEM Weekdays

Homeschool families — looking for a place where your kids can learn, build, and explore alongside other curious minds? Join ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $20 per lab
  • Website: nerd-lab.com
  • Category: Classes

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 on School Days, 1:45-3:00. ...

Valparaiso Library Anime Club

Every Thursday in January, at 3:00pm-4:00pm, The Library's Anime Club will meet to watch anime. The Anime will be rated ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Lego Club

Let your imagination soar with LEGO creations! Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Open to ages 6-18. ...

Walton-DeFuniak Library Pokeman Club

Gotta catch ’em all! Join our Pokémon Club every Thursday at 3:30 PM. Bring your cards to play or trade ...

Niceville Library Kids Around the World: Morocco (Ages 7-12)

At our Kids Around the World Club children will learn about the history, culture, people and food of a different ...

Panama City Center for the Arts Intro to Crochet (All Ages)

Interested in grandma-core hobbies or just want to learn a new skill? Here is your way to get started! Unlock ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Panama City Center for the Arts, 19 E 4th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $110 Member/ $120 Not-Yet-Member
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes
30January

NERD Lab Niceville Science Labs for Elementary School Homeschoolers

Science Labs for Homeschoolers offer students guided, hands-on experiments in biology, chemistry, and physics. Students will explore real-world science through ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $25 per lab
  • Website: nerd-lab.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 (0-5). We offer a ...

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. ...

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join us for an age-appropriate story time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-10:30am. Mon- Ages 3-5 Wed- All Ages Fri-Ages 0-3

Wonderworks Panama City Beach Homeschool Days

Homeschool families are invited to begin 2026 with discounted admission to WonderWorks on weekdays before 2PM, this January and February ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wonderworks Panama City Beach, 9910 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
  • Cost: $15 + tax per person, or $12 + tax per person if you have a group of 10 or more.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Niceville Library Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Join us for exciting stories, rhymes, music, and activities selected just for children ages 3-6 years. Children enjoy doing themed ...

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet ...

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 on School Days, 1:45-3:00. ...

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 Youth Game Day (Ages 8-12)

Enjoy Nintendo Switch games!

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 ...

Panama City Beach Mardi Gras and Music Festival

Combine the excitement of an authentic Mardi Gras celebration with the spectacular views of our emerald green water and sugar-white ...

City of Crestview Mardi Gras

Get ready to laissez les bons temps rouler in the heart of Downtown Crestview! Our two-day family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration ...

L&C Artistry Panama City Parent's Night Out

Parents Night Out is a chance for you to bring us the kids! We will eat pizza, complete fun art ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: L&C Artistry, 106A Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $35 first child, siblings $25 each
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Classes

Crestview Library Family Library Time: Bear Hunt

We’re going on a bear hunt in the Crestview Public Library on Friday, January 30 and again on Friday, February ...

The Big Chill 30A Family Game Night - Bingo

Grab some drinks and dinner and join us for family bingo night from 6-8pm under our covered and heated pavilion! ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Big Chill, 7000 E County Hwy 30A, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drinks additional cost.
  • Website: thebigchill.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

US Gold Gymnastics Destin/SRB Kids' Night Out

U.S. Gold gives parents the opportunity to enjoy some time while their child spends a few hours at the gym ...

Generations United Church Niceville Nerf and Nachos Family Night

Get ready for one of our most fun nights ever in United Kids! Kids will enjoy action-packed NERF battles, delicious ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Generations United Church Niceville, 108 Highway 85 N, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $5 per person. Ages 5 and under are free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free
31January

Fore Her Pink Run at Village of Baytowne Wharf

Fore Her is thrilled to announce the return of the Pink Run, presented by Emerald Coast Hospice! Join us at ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9101 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Adults: $50, Ages 18 & under: $45.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Military Weekends

Every Saturday and Sunday from November 1 through February 22, military ID holders and their immediate families will receive 50% ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, 1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: 50% off admission for military ID holders and their immediate families
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

T's Farm Baker Farm Tours

Join us on Saturdays and Sundays and spend the day your way at T’s Farm. With a Farm Experience Pass, ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: T's Farm, 1956 L G Russel Rd, Baker, FL 32531
  • Cost: $15 per person. Kids 3 and under free.
  • Website: www.tsfarmfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Big Orange House Designs Niceville Kid's Paint - Beachy Snowman

We always have fun when we get out the canvases and paint with kids! Drop your little artist off at ...

Cultural Arts Alliance Come Play with Clay Class

Whether you’re flying solo, planning a family outing, or gathering friends for something new, this workshop is the perfect way ...

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 ...

NERD Lab Niceville STEM Saturdays

Start 2026 strong with hands-on, engaging classes where students experiment, build, and solve real problems while having fun. Perfect for ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $20 per lab
  • Website: nerd-lab.com
  • Category: Classes

Panama City Center for the Arts Kid's Handbuilding Class: Piggy Banks

Join our instructor Jaweria as she teaches kids step-by-step how to create their own clay piggy banks! Students will learn ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Panama City Center for the Arts, 19 E 4th St, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $45 Member / $55 Non-member
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

City of Crestview Mardi Gras

Get ready to laissez les bons temps rouler in the heart of Downtown Crestview! Our two-day family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration ...

Painting with a Twist FWB All Ages Paint Session

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

Panama City Beach Mardi Gras and Music Festival

Combine the excitement of an authentic Mardi Gras celebration with the spectacular views of our emerald green water and sugar-white ...

Skater's Choice Panama City Pizza Pie Skate

Saturday nights = Pizza + Skating FUN! Join us for Pizza Pie Skate every Saturday in January from 5–9 PM! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Skater's Choice Panama City, 5413 Hickory St Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: $15 admission. $5 skate rental.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other
01February

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Military Weekends

Every Saturday and Sunday from November 1 through February 22, military ID holders and their immediate families will receive 50% ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, 1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: 50% off admission for military ID holders and their immediate families
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

T's Farm Baker Farm Tours

Join us on Saturdays and Sundays and spend the day your way at T’s Farm. With a Farm Experience Pass, ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: T's Farm, 1956 L G Russel Rd, Baker, FL 32531
  • Cost: $15 per person. Kids 3 and under free.
  • Website: www.tsfarmfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other
02February

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 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $35 Members/$40 Nonmembers, $10 off additional siblings
  • Website: escience.org
  • Category: Classes

Valparaiso Library Music and Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. ...

Destin Library Babytime (Ages 0-2)

Lapsit Storytime for ages 0-2. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie, for a morning of songs, stories, music, and toys! ...

Valparaiso Library Storytime

Join us for an age-appropriate story time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-10:30am. Mon- Ages 3-5 Wed- All Ages Fri-Ages 0-3

Valparaiso Library Stay and Play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet ...

Valparaiso Library Art at the Library

Monday, February 2nd, at 4pm & Thursday, February 12th 10am; Join us for Art at the Library. Please dress for ...

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