Unlock the hidden treasures of the Emerald Coast this April with an array of exciting events that promise to ignite your sense of adventure from the 30A Beaches to Navarre. From festivals celebrating wine and food to musical weekends with nationally acclaimed artists, immerse yourself in the unique culture and natural beauty that make this unique coast a must-visit destination this spring. Scroll below for more information on our featured events!
FEATURED EVENTS
10th Anniversary Bojamz Music and Arts Festival
Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House | Destin
April 6th, 2024
Bojamz is a one day music festival hosted by Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House on the Destin Harbor. This event will feature a silent auction and crawfish boil aimed at bringing the community together to raise money for a great cause. This year, proceeds from Bojamz will go to benefit The Wright Fight for Cystic Fibrosis. William Wright, a lifelong Destin resident, and his wife Magen have twin sons, Merritt and Campbell, who were born with Cystic Fibrosis (CF).
Sandestin Wine Festival
Aaron Bessant Park | Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
April 11th – 14th, 2024
The Sandestin Wine Festival at Baytowne Wharf brings an opportunity for discovery. Four days of unique events open up a wide range of experiences from attending wine dinners and seminars with celebrity chefs to tastings that showcase hundreds of wines.
10th Annual 30A Cornhole Tournament
East Long Green | Rosemary Beach
April 13th, 2024
Teams of two players are invited to participate in friendly competition – round robin followed by single elimination. Held during Autism Awareness Month, the event benefits Rosemary Beach Foundation’s charitable partners: South Walton Academy, Special Olympics-Florida, and Westonwood Ranch. These organizations advocate for and serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Walton County community.
Moo & Brew
Baldwin Avenue | Defuniak Springs
April 13th, 2024
Join us for our first Burger & Beer Festival in downtown DeFuniak Springs as we bring together the delicious burgers from food trucks around the panhandle and the beers to pair with them. There will be music and activities for the whole family.
Woofstock 2024
1922 Highway 87 | Navarre Beach
April 13th, 2024
Calling all dog lovers! The Navarre Chamber is thrilled to announce our Inaugural WOOFSTOCK 2024 presented by St Francis Veterinary Center and Navarre Beach Pet Retreat, happening on Saturday, April 13 from 9AM until 2PM. Get ready to wag your tails and join us on the back lawn of Pik-itz! Art & Antiques for a doggone good time! This family-friendly event is open to all ages of humans and well-behaved “leashed” dogs.
Watersound Block Party
The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center | Watersound Origins
April 13th, 2024
Spend an afternoon outside exploring Watersound Town Center! Enjoy live music, face painters, balloon artists, photo booth, lawn games, giveaways, and more. Visit with Watersound Town Center tenants, discover your new home at the Watersound Origins community, learn more about a Watersound Club membership, and more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy a beautiful day with friends and family!
Moon Crush Pink Moon
Seascape Resort | Miramar Beach
April 13th, 2024
Moon Crush is a unique shared experience that brings you together with friends and family to enjoy beautiful beaches, amazing live music, and – most importantly – time together in the sun and under the stars. Noah Kahan, Dawes, Marcus King, The Wood Brothers, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and The Head and the Heart are among the acts on the lineup for the 2024 event.
Touch-a-Truck
Destin Commons | Destin
April 13th, 2024
Please join us for the 11th Touch-A-Truck event from 10AM-2PM. There will be a horn free hour from 1PM-2PM for children with special needs and sensitive ears. The first 250 children will receive a free construction hat! Come see, touch, and learn about a wide variety of vehicles and how they serve our community. Proceeds from this event fund projects that benefit our community including the Junior League of the Emerald Coast’s Child Clothing Project.
Lauren Daigle’s Kaleidoscope Beach Weekend
Seascape Resort | Miramar Beach
April 25th – 27th, 2024
Join us for a weekend of unforgettable melodies and beachside vibes as Lauren Daigle takes the stage at Lauren Daigle’s Kaleidoscope Weekend! Experience the power of faith and music with Lauren Daigle. Worship and soul-stirring melodies. Prepare for unexpected delights as special guests join the show each evening. Lauren will be playing all 3 nights!
South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival
Grand Boulevard | Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
April 25th – 28th, 2024
A dazzling roster of dozens of celebrity winemakers, distillers, chefs, and mixologists converge in South Walton, Florida to wine, dine, educate, and entertain guests as part of the four-day celebration of wine during the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival held each April throughout Grand Boulevard.