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29November

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

The Melting Pot Destin Family Day

Enjoy a family meal at the Melting Pot! Every Sunday, Kids 12 and under will receive a free kid's entrée ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Melting Pot Destin, 11394 US Highway 98 W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Purchase one adult entree and get a free ki'ds entree.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

HarborWalk Village Visits with Santa

The magic of Christmas is waiting at the harbor! Bring the whole family and stop by Santa's Workshop for a ...

30November

EverCurious Music Magic Mixed Mondays

Music Magic Mixed Mondays: Sing, dance, and play your way through Music Magic: Mixed — an energetic, hands-on class where little ...

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, 2:00-3:00. ...

Freeport Teen Library Adulting 101

Learn practical life skills like budgeting, job researching, cooking basics, and more to help prepare for adulthood at the Teen ...

01December

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

Emerald Coast Science Center PATHWAYS: Middle School Workshops

We invite all students ages 11-14 to our Pathways program. With these workshops, home school students will design, build, and ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 SW Memorial Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $35 nonmember/$30 member
  • 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 age 5. We offer a ...

EverCurious Let's Glow: Tiny Class Sensory Storytime (Ages 1-2)

Step into a world where stories come alive in light. Let's Glow! is a multi-sensory storytime unlike any other — ...

L&C Artistry Panama City STEAM Open Studio

Welcome to STEAM Open Studio! STEAM Open Studio is a hands-on creative space where kids are encouraged to build, experiment, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: L&C Artistry, 1106 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: $25 per class
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Classes

Science and Discovery Center Fall 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 ...

  • 10:00 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: scienceanddiscoverycenter.org
  • Category: Classes

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

EverCurious Let's Glow: Tots Class Sensory Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Step into a world where stories come alive in light. Let's Glow! is a multi-sensory storytime unlike any 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, 2:00-3:00. ...

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 with Mr. Owens

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

Freeport Teen Library Dare to Dabble Crafts

Create, experiment, and discover new crafts as you explore a variety of hands-on projects at the Teen Library! Tuesdays at ...

Grand Boulevard Holiday Entertainment on the Boulevard

Join us every Tuesday evening in Grand Park for Holiday Entertainment on The Boulevard — a rotating lineup of local ...

02December

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 on Wednesday mornings for stories and songs geared for children ages 3-6. After storytime, children can choose ...

Mary Esther Library Baby & Toddler Story Time

Story Time will have songs and stories to encourage a lifelong love of learning. No registration is required and older ...

Panama City Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (Ages 3-5)

K Play & Learn groups provide a fun and welcoming space for caregivers and parents to connect with one another ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: MLK Jr. Recreation Center, 705 E 14th Ct, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Kid's Seasonal Favorites Cooking Classes

This hands-on 8-week course introduces the fundamentals of cooking through engaging, progressive lessons. Students will learn essential kitchen skills, classical ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 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, 2:00-3:00. ...

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 Children’s Chess Club

Young chess enthusiasts, unite! Our Children’s Chess Club welcomes children of all ages and skill levels every Wednesday from 3:30 ...

Freeport Teen Library Manga, Anime, & Comic Book Club

Connect with fellow fans to discuss favorite series, explore new titles, share recommendations, create crafts, and celebrate all things manga, ...

03December

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 Music and Movement Toddler Time

Join us at Coastal Branch Library each Thursday at 10AM for Movement and Music followed by sensory playtime for toddlers!

Coastal Branch Library Preschool Storytime

Join us on Thursday mornings starting at 10:00 am for preschool story time for stories, songs, crafts and social time ...

EverCurious Let's Glow Mixed Ages Storytime

An Immersive Sensory Storytime Experience, Let’s Glow! combines the magic of storytelling with hands-on sensory exploration, gentle lighting effects, music, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Inspire Ballet and Fine Arts, 890 Valastics Ave, Valparaiso FL 32580
  • Cost: $55/monthly or $18/drop-in
  • Website: www.evercuriouskids.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

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

Fort Walton Beach Library Wiggle Wyrms: Baby/Toddler Storytime (Ages 0-3)

Join us on Thursday mornings at 10:30am for our baby/toddler storytime! During this relaxed storytime, we will read books, dance, ...

Mary Esther Library Story Time (Ages 3-6)

Story Time will have songs, stories, and activities to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Older and younger siblings are ...

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 Kid's Seasonal Favorites Cooking Classes

This hands-on 8-week course introduces the fundamentals of cooking through engaging, progressive lessons. Students will learn essential kitchen skills, classical ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 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

Little's Lunches and Kitchen Panama City Teen Seasonal Favorites Cooking Classes

This hands-on 8-week course introduces the fundamentals of cooking through engaging, progressive lessons. Students will learn essential kitchen skills, classical ...

  • 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, 2:00-3:00. ...

Valparaiso Library Anime Club

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

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. ...

Cookies & Photos with Santa at Prine & Reach Orthodontics Panama City

Come join us again this year at Prine & Reach Orthodontics at our Highway 390 location.Join us to enjoy cookies ...

City of Destin's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

The 40th annual Christmas Tree Lighting, hosted by the City of Destin, will be held at the Destin Community Center ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Destin Community Center, 101 Stahlman Ave, Destin, FL 32541
  • Cost: Free. Non-perishable food donations accepted.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Freeport Teen Library Game Night

Challenge your friends, discover new games, and have fun with a mix of video games and classic board games at ...

04December

E.O Wilson Biophilia Center Year-Round Public Fridays

Starting September 4th, the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is open to everyone, every Friday, year-round! From 9AM to 2PM, every ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, 4956 State Highway 20 East, Freeport, FL 32439
  • Cost: Ages 13+: $15 · Ages 4–12: $10 · Ages 3 & under & Bio-Members: Free
  • Website: www.eowilsoncenter.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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 age 5. We offer a ...

NERD Lab Niceville Science Labs for Middle School Homeschoolers

We’re excited to launch an ALL-NEW lineup of hands-on Science Labs for Upper Elementary & Middle School students this year. ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: NERD Lab, 119 Partin Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
  • Cost: $25 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, 2:00-3:00. ...

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 ...

Coastal Branch Library Nintendo Switch Freeplay

Join us at Coastal Branch Library in the meeting room Friday afternoons at 3:30 for Nintendo Switch free play. Come ...

Coastal Branch Library Teen Podcast Lab

Teen podcast lab will meet on Fridays to learn about and record podcasts. Signup required. Stop by or call the ...

Grand Boulevard Festival of Trees

Join us in Grand Park to celebrate 16 local non-profits and their impact to our local community. Browse 16 decorated ...

Downtown Panama City Christmas Celebration

There’s ‘snow’ place like Historic Downtown Panama City to kick off the holiday season! Join us at Four Points Plaza ...

Freeport Teen Library Chess Club

Chess club is every Friday from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for teens. Bring a friend or play a game with someone ...

05December

Grand Boulevard Holiday Market on the Boulevard

Your favorite Farmer’s Market is getting a festive makeover. Grand Boulevard’s beloved Farmer’s Market returns this December with a holiday ...

Home Depot Kids Workshops

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

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

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 ...

Pink Coyote Dessert Co. Scoops with Santa

Visit and self-photos with Santa, hot cocoa, and facepainting. Donations collected benefit unpaid Okaloosa County School Lunches.

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Pink Coyote Dessert Co., 30 Walter Martin Rd NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free to attend. Food/drink are an additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Whoville Celebration (Enterprise, AL)

*DAY TRIP* Things to do at the Whoville Celebration: → Shop Local for the Holidays! → Get your Who Hair done! → Enter ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Boll Weevil Monument, 100 N Main St, Enterprise, AL 36330
  • Cost: Free, food/drink and some activities and additional cost.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Moe's Custom Tee's Crestview Photographs with Mr. & Mrs. Claus

This holiday season, create memories that will last a lifetime. Moe's Custom Tees and Paint & Sip is thrilled to ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Brooklyn Bar & Grill, 397 E. James Lee Blvd, Crestview, FL 32539
  • Cost: Photo packages available for purchase. Contact for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Holiday Events

HarborWalk Village Visits with Santa

The magic of Christmas is waiting at the harbor! Bring the whole family and stop by Santa's Workshop for a ...

Lou Lou Beans Gift Shop Crestview Meet Santa

It’s time to start making those Christmas memories! We are so excited to welcome Santa to Lou Lou Beans in ...

NextHome Cornerstone Realty Niceville Photos with the Grinch

Join us for a Whoville experience. We will also have hot chocolate, Grinchmas snacks, letters to Santa, & crafts.

Downtown Crestview Christmas Parade

Join us in Downtown Crestview for one of our community’s favorite holiday traditions as the streets come alive with festive ...

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