FEATURED EVENTS
Cars of 30A
October 1st
Alys Beach Town Square | Alys Beach
Cars of 30A at Alys Beach, an Elite Automotive Experience is set for October 1 – 3, 2026. This extraordinary celebration of craftsmanship, luxury, and innovation is where exquisite design meets performance. Join the 30A community for three unforgettable days as Cars of 30A presents an elite, highly curated collection of over 150+ rare and high-performance automobiles, set against Alys Beach’s unique landscape.
Navarre Fishing Rodeo
October 3rd
Juana’s Beach | Navarre
Cast a line at the Navarre Fishing Rodeo, where anglers can compete from the shore, boat, kayak, or pier for prizes in multiple divisions. Weigh-ins take place on the beach at Juana’s, with scales closing at 4 PM each day. Junior anglers 12 and under can participate for free with paid admission, and proceeds benefit the Navarre Chamber Foundation and Navarre Beach Marine Park.
Watersound Block Party
October 4th
Watersound Town Center | Inlet Beach
Spend an afternoon outside exploring the Watersound community! Enjoy live music, face painters, balloon artists, photo booths, lawn games, giveaways and more. Visit with Watersound Town Center tenants, discover your new home at the Watersound Origins community, and more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy a beautiful day with friends and family!
Rockin’ in Paradise with Styx and Friends
October 8-10th
Seascape Resort | Miramar Beach
Rock legends Styx return to the Emerald Coast for Rockin’ in Paradise, a three-night beachfront concert experience Oct. 8-10 from 3-10 p.m. each day. The festival features two Styx performances alongside an all-star lineup of classic rock artists, with premium hospitality, local food vendors and resort accommodations steps from the Gulf.
Dog Bands & Beer
October 10th
Mattie Kelly Arts Center Amphitheater | Niceville
Welcome to the Dogs Band and Beer Day Fest! Join us for an amazing experience filled with live music from headliners Atlanta Rhythm Section & Firefall, delicious food, and, of course, a wide selection of great beers. This day fest is the perfect opportunity for dog lovers and beer enthusiasts to come together and enjoy a day of fun and great music.
Walton County Fair
October 12-17th
Defuniak Springs | Defuniak Springs
The 2026 Walton County Fair returns October 12–17 to the Fair Grounds in DeFuniak Springs, celebrating the area’s rich agricultural heritage, local arts, and community spirit. Enjoy a week of family-friendly fun featuring animal, art, agriculture, photography, handicraft, plant, and food exhibits, along with youth competitions and activities. Live entertainment fills the week with gospel, country, and western music, including the popular Saturday night gospel sing.
Harvest Wine & Food Festival Marks 10th Anniversary
October 15-18th
Watercolor Inn & Resort | Watercolor
The Harvest Wine & Food Festival returns Oct. 15-18 in WaterColor for its 10th anniversary, featuring exclusive wine dinners, a Grand Tasting, Harvest After Dark, a Jazz Cocktail Brunch and curated wine and cocktail experiences. Proceeds benefit the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s mission to help children in need throughout Northwest Florida.
18th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival
October 16th – 17th
Baytowne Wharf | Destin
October 16th – 17th
Baytowne Wharf | Destin
Join for samplings of local brews and merchants, and live music on the lawn! Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort presents the 18th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest on October 16th & 17th.
American specialty brews from around the nation will be available to sample and savor.
The event will feature over 150 domestic and international craft beers available at the event, offering an opportunity to learn about the different types of lagers and ales from a variety of styles.
Live music will also be featured during the festival. It’s the Best Beer Fest on the Coast!
Seaside Halloweener Derby & Costume Contest
October 24th
Seaside Amphitheater | Seaside
October 24th
Seaside Amphitheater | Seaside
The Annual Halloweener Derby & Dog Costume Contest returns to the Seaside Amphitheater on Saturday, October 24 from 9 AM–2 PM. Enjoy a festive day of racing pups, creative Halloween costumes, and family-friendly fun in the heart of Seaside. The Costume Contest begins at 9 AM, followed by the Derby, all surrounded by the shops and coastal charm of Seaside.
Trick or Treat at the Zoo
October 24th – 31st
Emerald Coast Zoo | Crestview
October 24th – 31st
Emerald Coast Zoo | Crestview
Celebrate Halloween with Trick or Treat at the Zoo on October 24 and 31! Dress in your favorite costume and enjoy spooky animal encounters, trick-or-treating with vendors, food trucks, and festive activities for the whole family. Don’t miss the costume contest at noon for a chance to win fun prizes!
Pumpkin Carving & Costume Contest
October 30th
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen | Watercolor
October 30th
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen | Watercolor
Celebrate Halloween with Scratch Biscuit Kitchen’s Pumpkin Carving & Costume Contest at WaterColor Town Center on Friday, October 30 at noon. Enjoy a festive afternoon of pumpkin carving and costumes for adults, kids, and pets, with pumpkins provided and prizes for “Best in Show.” Be sure to sign up by Monday, October 27 to reserve your spot!
Barktoberfest
October 30th
Grand Boulevard | Miramar Beach
October 30th
Grand Boulevard | Miramar Beach
Dog-Harmony’s Barktoberfest returns to Grand Park at Grand Boulevard on Friday, October 30 from 4:30–6:30 PM. This free, dog-friendly celebration features live music, light bites, libations, raffle prizes, canine trick-or-treating, and the Emerald Coast’s popular dog costume contest. Costumed pups can enter the contest with a $15 advance donation or $20 the day of the event.
Halloween Extravaganza
October 31th
Hotel Effie Ovide Restaurant | Miramar Beach
October 31th
Hotel Effie Ovide Restaurant | Miramar Beach
Celebrate Halloween at Hotel Effie’s Breaking Through the Decades on Saturday, October 31 from 6–11 PM at Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge. Dress as your favorite ’80s or ’90s icon and enjoy throwback music, retro vibes, nostalgic fun, and rooftop views of the Baytowne Wharf Halloween Fireworks Show at 8 PM. Tickets include complimentary valet parking and one cup of Hunch Punch.
Baytowne Trick or Treat Street
October 31th
The Village of Baytowne Wharf | Miramar Beach
October 31th
The Village of Baytowne Wharf | Miramar Beach
The Village of Baytowne WharfEvent Baytowne Trick or Treat Street Details What: Baytowne Trick or Treat Street When: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf Calling all ghouls, ghosts, and goblins to the Village of Baytowne Wharf for a spooktacular extravaganza! This Halloween, Saturday, October 31st Trick or Treat through the Village streets and visit merchants for your favorite treat from 6-8PM. Steve Hall will play frighteningly good tunes on the main stage. End the night with a spooky fireworks display at 8PM.