Aug 13-14 - Sandestin Music Festival - Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort - 8-Midnight
Aug 15 - Lynyrd Skynyrd Rock the Beach - Emerald Coast Convention Center - 6 p.m.
Aug 20-22 - Christian Contemporary Music Weekend - Panama City - Amy Grant, Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith and Point of Grace
Sept 10-11 - Seafood Festival Golf Classic - Indian Bayou Golf Course
Sept 17-19 - Seafood Festival - Marina
Destin Attractions
Shopping
The Commons Mall in Destin Florida
Welcome to a dynamic and growing world of shopping, dining and entertainment at Destin Commons. At 470,000 square feet, Destin Commons is Northwest Florida’s premier outdoor lifestyle center. The architecturally-unique project gracefully spreads over 56 acres in Destin, Florida and is anchored by Belk, Worldwide Sportsmen Bass Pro Shops and Rave Motion Pictures, a 14-screen stadium styled theatre. Destin Commons also boasts a prize mix of 80+ retail stores, 8 restaurants, and a Center Plaza which offers a soft-play kids playground and a 49-head pop fountain.
4300 Legendary Drive Suite 200 Destin, FL
Phone: (850) 337-8700
Official Website
Silver Sands Factory Stores in Destin Florida
Silver Sands Factory Stores, located just east of Destin, Fla., offers over 100 factory direct stores and some 450,000 square feet of retail space filled with designer merchandise at up to 75 percent off retail price. The five million plus shoppers a year can choose from such stores as Polo Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Jones New York, Bose, Coach, Liz Claiborne, Tommy Hilfiger, Lenox, Nike and Reebok - just to name a few.
Highway 98 East Destin, FL
Phone: (850) 654-9771
Official Website
Uptown Station
A fun outdoor shopping experience for adults and children. Includes clothing, dining, crafts, music, fitness and home furnishings. We have something for everyone!
99 N. Eglin Pkwy.
Ft. Walton Beach
Phone: (850) 243-0401
Official Website
Golf
Nestled among breathtaking nature preserves along the Choctawhatchee Bay, Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club is a true escape into golfer’s paradise. Designed by acclaimed course designer and former lead architect for Arnold Palmer, Robert C. Walker, this 6,894-yard, par-72 course offers an extraordinary golf experience for players of all skill levels and was named one of Golf Digest’s “Top Places to Play in North America.”
Holes: 18 Par: 72
Public course featuring 18 holes of championship greens designed by golf course architect, Robert C. Walker. New clubhouse, pro shop, full - service restaurant. Open daily. Proper golf attire required.
465 Regatta Bay Blvd.
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 337-8080
Official Website
THE GOLF GARDEN, located on Highway 98 in Destin, Florida, is open to the public. We have a lighted golf course and a ten-acre practice area with ten multi-pin target greens.
Holes: 9 Par: 29
Public nine-hole lighted golf course, practice area with six multi-pin target greens, a snack bar and pro shop.
12958 Hwy. 98 W.
Destin, FL 32550
Phone: (850) 837-7422
Official Website
Here in the center of Florida’s fantastic Emerald Coast, amid the sugar white beaches and the crystal blue-green waters, is an oasis where everything has come together at the right time and in the right place. Seascape was conceived to exist in harmony with the unspoiled natural beauty of the coast, so residents and guests can enjoy the lush tropical breeze, soft sands and golden sunsets the way nature truly intended.
Holes: 18
Public, 18-hole course with driving range, putting greens, club rentals and a snack bar.
100 Seascape Dr.
Destin, FL
Phone: (850) 837-9181
Bluewater Bay Resort
(2 courses) Holes: 18, 18 Par: 72, 72
For more than ten years, visitors to the Emerald Coast have come to Bluewater Bay for one of the best golfing experiences to be found. Bluewater Bay offers 36 holes of top related golf. Course designed by Tom Fazid and Jerry Pate.
1950 Bluewater Blvd.
Niceville, FL 32578
Phone: (850) 897-3241
Official Website
Emerald Bay Golf Club
Holes: 18 Par: 72
Semi-private, 18-hole championship course with driving range, putting greens, satellite yardage system, club rentals and snack bar.
4781 Clubhouse Dr.
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 837-5197
Official Website
Fort Walton Beach Golf Club
(2 courses) Holes: 18, 18 Par: 72, 72. The Pines course offers a challenging layout of over 6,800 yards through an upland pine forest, and The Oaks course offers over 6,400 yards of narrow, oak-lined fairways and challenging water hazards. Spacious lighted driving range, club rentals, Edwin Watts Golf Shop and a full service restaurant.
1955 Lewis Turner Blvd.
Fort Walton Beach 32548
(850)833-9528 for tee times
Phone: (850)833-9664 for administration
Official Website
Indian Bayou Golf Club
(2 courses) Holes: 18, 9 Par: 72, 36
Semi-private, 27 holes, driving range, putting greens, club rentals, pro shop and restaurant.
One Country Club Dr.
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 837-6192
Official Website
Island Golf Center
Holes: 9 Par: 27
Par-three golf course, nine-hole pitch and putt and miniature golf. Rental clubs.
Hwy. 98
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Phone: (850) 244-1612
Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Holes: 18 Par: 72
The Fred Couples Signature Golf Course is a semi-private, soft-spike facility with four sets of tees. Practice facility, rental clubs, golf packages, satellite yardage system. Full restaurant & bar. Beverage carts.
Hwy. 98 just west of Mid Bay Bridge
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 650-7600 800-811-6757
Official Website
Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club
Holes: 18 Par: 72
Public course featuring 18 holes of championship greens designed by golf course architect, Robert C. Walker. New clubhouse, pro shop, full - service restaurant. Open daily. Proper golf attire required.
465 Regatta Bay Blvd.
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 337-8080
Official Website
Family Attractions
Thrills, chills and spills await you and your family at Big Kahuna’s - Destin’s lost paradise of fun! With more than 40 Water attractions and an Adventure Park, Big Kahuna’s offers something for every member of the family. You can’t do it all in just one day! The Water Park features dozens of Slides, quiet Pools, and the Biggest Man Made Waterfall in the world!
1007 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541
Phone: 850-837-4061
Official Website
The main attractions of Florida’s Gulfarium are the 3 live marine shows that you can see any day of the week, rain or shine. The shows are conveniently scheduled in a series so you’ll never have to worry about missing a performance.
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy. SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: (850) 244-5169
Official Website
Heritage Park & Cultural Center
Together these three museums form a Cultural Center which represents the history of Fort Walton Beach area Indian Temple Mound, The 6,000-piece exhibit, showcasing America’s largest collection of Southeastern Indian ceramic artifacts, journeys through 10,000 years of four prehistoric tribes. The largest Indian mound discovered along saltwater (1400 A.D.) stands guard beside the museum. Camp Walton Schoolhouse & Garnier Post Office Museum.
139 S.E. Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: (850) 833-9595
Official Website
Dolphin Cruises, Diving, Snorkeling
Boogies Water Sports
Phone: (850) 654-4497
Official Website
Olin Marler’s Charters
Phone: (850) 837-7095
Official Website
Sea Blaster
Phone: (850) 837-1166
Official Website
Southern Star
Phone: (850) 837-7741
Official Website
Emerald Coast Scuba
Scuba dive or snorkel with the Aquanaut. Instruction, scuba classes and PADI certification are available. Rent the equipment you need or bring your own.
110 Melvin Street
behind Taco Bell
Destin, FL 32541.
Phone: (850) 837-0955 (800) 222-0955
Official Website
Kokomo Snorkeling Adventure
Since 1987 - located on the Destin Harbor behind Marina Café. Join the Kokomo crew for two hours of snorkeling around the Destin Pass to enjoy the sights of this underwater fairyland. Snorkeling gear and instruction included, if needed.
500 Hwy. 98 E.
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 837-9029
Pelican Adventures
Enjoy the finest of Destin’s natural beauty. Cruise the local waterways in search of fascinating dolphins, hunt for sea shells at one of the peninsulas or islands and snorkel with our colorful marine life.
210-F Highway 98 E Destin 32541
Phone: (850) 650-3825
Official Website
Dining
The Crab Trap - www.crabtrapdestin.com
3500 Scenic Highway 98, Destin - (850) 654-2722
The Back Porch - www.theback-porch.com
1740 Scenic Gulf Dr Destin, FL 32550 (850) 837-2022
Pompano Joe’s - www.pompano-joes.com
2237 Scenic Gulf Dr Destin, FL 32550 (850) 837-2224
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar -
34745 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, FL 32541 (850) 650-4688
Dewey Destins - www.destinseafood.com
9 Calhoun Ave Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-7575
Bud and Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant - www.budandalleys.com
E County Road 30 A, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 231-5900
Harbour Docks - www.harbordocks.com
538 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-2506
AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar - www.ajs-destin.com
116 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-1913
McGuire’s Irish Pub - www.mcguiresirishpub.com
600 E Gregory St Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 433-6789
Howl At The Moon - www.howlatthemoon.com
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE Fort Walton Bch, FL 32548 (850) 301-0111
Graffiti and the Funky Blues Shack - www.funkybluesshack.com
707 Highway 98 East, Destin FL 32541 (850) 654-3839
Fishing
Gulf Coast Inshore Charters - (850) 865-4183
Gulf Coast Inshore Charters, Inc. specializes in Bay Fishing and Inshore gulf fishing from Destin to Panama City. We would like to invite you on a memorable, exciting fishing experience. Whether you are a seasoned angler targeting a specific species or just looking for a family adventure we provide a personable fishing charter in which we cater to the angler. Our two main targets are Redfish and Speckle Trout, although changes in weather and water temperature can provide us with many different opportunities such as Spanish Mackeral, Jack Crevail, Bonita, Tarpon, Flounder, and many other Species
Airports
Northwest Florida Regional (VPS) (850) 651-7160
1701 State Road 85N, is situated on Eglin Air Force Base, FL, and provides essential scheduled commercial air passenger service for a large portion of the Northwest Florida area. It does not provide service for private aircraft, due to its location on Eglin Air Force Base.
Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport (PNS) (850) 436-5000
2430 Airport Blvd., and is located approximately 3 miles NE of the central business district of the City of Pensacola. PNS provides commercial air passenger service for Gulf Shores, Pensacola, Ft. Walton Beach, and Destin.
Destin/Fort Walton Beach Airport (DTS) (850) 837-6135
1001 Airport Road, Destin, FL 32541 - A general aviation public use facility owned and operated by Okaloosa County. It does not provide service to commercial airlines.
Local Churches
Destin United Methodist Church - www.destinumc.org
200 Beach Drive, Destin, FL 32541 - (850) 837-2021
Village Baptist Church - www.villagebaptist.org
101 Matthew Blvd., Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-8107
Destiny Worship Center - www.destinyworship.com
122 Poinciana Blvd., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 (850) 650-6800
Grace Lutheran Church - www.gracelutheran.org
4325 Commons Drive West, Destin, FL 32541 (850) 654-1679