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06December

Dave and Buster's Panama City Beach Breakfast with Santa

It's Time for Dave & Buster's Annual Breakfast with Santa! A Holly Jolly Magical Morning filled with fun & festivities for ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Dave and Buster's, 15701 LC Hilton Jr Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
  • Cost: $27.94- $33.01
  • Website: www.prekindle.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Ovide at Hotel Effie Sandestin Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Welcome to a Festive Morning at Hotel Effie: Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with a heartwarming Breakfast with ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Ovide, 1 Grand Sandestin Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
  • Cost: Contact for pricing.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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

Surge Adventure Park Mary Esther Sensory Play Sunday

Sensory Play Sunday is designed for children with special needs to enjoy Surge Adventure Park the first and third Sunday ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Surge Adventure Park, 300 Mary Esther Blvd, Suite 117, Mary Esther, FL, 32569
  • Cost: $7.99 per person per hour
  • Website: surgefun.com
  • Category: Special Needs

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 ...

Mexico Beach Christmas Tree Lighting

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Mexico Beach is transforming into a magical holiday paradise! Join us ...

07December

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

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 ...

Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade

City of Fort Walton Beach 2026 Christmas Parade call for entries The City of Fort Walton Beach is happy to announce ...

08December

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 — ...

Skater's Choice Panama City Homeschool Skate

Calling all homeschool families! Learning doesn’t stop when the books close… it’s time to ROLL into fun! Join us for ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Skater's Choice Panama City, 5413 Hickory St Panama City, FL 32404
  • Cost: Admission: $10 (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, 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 ...

09December

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. ...

Valparaiso Library LEGO Colorful Creators

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, from 3pm-4pm the Colorful Creators will meet for LEGO free play/creation time. This is for ...

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 ...

10December

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

Emerald Coast Science Center Mini Makers and Experimenters

Join ECSC for a preschool activity hour! With different activities each event, you and your little ones are sure to ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: $15 adults & kids; kids 2 and under free
  • Website: www.ecscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

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. ...

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 ...

Celtic Angels Christmas

Celebrate the season with Celtic Angels Christmas, a heartwarming holiday spectacular filled with the music, dance, and traditions of Ireland. ...

11December

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

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 age 5. We offer a ...

Bongo's Fun Center FWB Homeschool Days

Homeschool families... Fall at Bongo's is going to be SO much fun! We've got an awesome lineup of themed Homeschool ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fort SK8, 202 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
  • Cost: Contact for pricing.
  • 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, 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 ...

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 ...

The Big Chill 30A Family-Friendly DJ Dance Party

Don’t Miss the Ultimate Family Dance Party! Get ready to hit the stage and bust a move with our resident ...

12December

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 Henderson Destin Breakfast with Santa

Join us for a festive breakfast with Santa at the Henderson. Enjoy a full breakfast buffet, holiday crafts and visits ...

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 ...

Lowe's Kids Club Workshops

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

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

Our GEMS Workshops are aimed at providing girls with hands-on activities and experiences to keep them involved in STEM. Each ...

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 ...

Panama City Boat Parade of Lights & Holiday Village

The holiday season has officially set sail in Panama City, Florida and Destination Panama City is thrilled to announce the ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Panama City Marina & St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club, 1 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free
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