With fall coming this month the weekly summer activities drop off and more annual events take place! September is filled with fun events, good causes, and family-friendly activities. There are a few festivals, some charity events, and lots of fun to be had. We've listed a few of our favorite happenings below. Plan a weekend to visit, or if you're lucky enough to be local, enjoy it all!
FESTIVALS & HAPPENINGS:
Patriot Golf Day @ Sandestin
Harborwalk Village Labor Day Concert Celebration
When: Friday, August 30th - Sunday, September 1 | 5-10pm
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf @ Sandestin
Description: Welcome to The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an end of summer celebration of art bayside in Sandestin, Florida. Stroll the village streets as you browse a variety of artwork from regional and local artists. Admission is free and open to the public. The main stage at the events Plaza will feature live music nightly from 5-10pm. Stick around for fireworks on Sunday at 9:15 pm. What a perfect time of year to spend the evening bayside in Baytowne, in the heart of Sandestin, Florida.
Music lineup Friday: Casey Kearney & Scott Rockwood | Saturday: Coconut Radio & Matt McCarty | Sunday: Jessie Ritter & Matt McCarty
Music lineup Friday: Casey Kearney & Scott Rockwood | Saturday: Coconut Radio & Matt McCarty | Sunday: Jessie Ritter & Matt McCarty
Patriot Golf Day @ Sandestin
When: Friday, August 30th - Monday, September 2nd
Where: Sandestin Golf Courses
Description: Sandestin is offering $25 rounds of golf for all retired, active, and veteran military members this Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 30th - Sept. 2nd as they host Patriot Golf Day(s) at Sandestin. Military guests are invited to play on Sandestin’s championship golf courses including Raven Golf Club, Baytowne Golf Club, and The Links Golf Club. Golfers can call 850.267.8155 to book tee times at The Links, Baytowne and Raven. Members of the military can also take advantage of this special program at the exclusive Burnt Pine Golf Club for $70 rounds of golf for all military members. Call 850.267.6500 to book tee times at Burnt Pine.
Harborwalk Village Labor Day Concert Celebration
When: Saturday, August 31st - Sunday, September 1st | 6:30-10pm
Where: HarborWalk Village
Description: HarborWalk Village is sending this sizzling summer off with a bang! Gather the whole family for a Labor Day Concert Celebration set to take place Saturday, August 31st & Sunday, September 1st. Prepare yourself for an evening of live music all weekend long with fireworks along the world-famous Destin Harbor on Sunday night.
When: Saturday, September 7th | 12-4pm
Where: Destin Commons
Description: It's all in the BACON! This new event will highlight local eateries and their take on bacon-themed food. Tasting is between 1pm and 3pm. Samples are only $1.00. All proceeds from the fun-filled day will benefit A Bed 4 Me Foundation, a local non-profit providing beds for children in Okaloosa County who would otherwise be sleeping on the floor or in other inadequate spaces. Spend the day taking in a favorite pork product with enjoying live music by Hollard, an auction with repurposed headboards painted by local artists, craft vendors, and a People's Choice winner. In addition, vendors and attendees will have a chance to win $10,000 sponsored by Rhonda Faulk - Certainty Home Loans.
HarborWalk Village Arts & Drafts
When: Friday, September 13th & 27th | 6-9pm
Where: HarborWalk Village
Description: Kick-off your weekend with an evening of live music, craft brews, and interactive art! Beginning at 6pm, stroll the Harbor sampling seasonal brews and shop for unique, one-of-a-kind items created by talented local artisans. Live Music sets the mood for a perfect Fall evening on the Destin Harbor! This event is FREE to attend. Tokens are required for Draft Tasting & Fish Print T-shirts with Harley. To purchase tokens:
September 13th: https://www.eventliveus.com/event/arts-drafts-destin-sept-13
September 27th: https://www.eventliveus.com/event/arts-drafts-destin-sept-27
September 13th: https://www.eventliveus.com/event/arts-drafts-destin-sept-13
September 27th: https://www.eventliveus.com/event/arts-drafts-destin-sept-27
When: Friday, September 20th | 8am
Where: Burnt Pine Golf Course | Sandestin
Description: The Sacred Heart Hospital's esteemed 19th Annual Charity Golf Classic, held at Burnt Pine Golf Club in Sandestin, will take place Friday, September 20th. Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. followed by breakfast and a shotgun scramble at 10:00am. Players can look forward to a silent auction, bourbon and cigar tent, and other fun surprises. On course refreshments and snacks will be provided throughout the day. An awards ceremony, lunch, and entertainment will follow course play. The 2019 Charity Golf Classic proceeds are directed to the expansion of the Comprehensive Spine Program at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. Proceeds raised will be used to purchase state-of-the-art robotic surgical equipment for a new fifth operating room dedicated to the robotic spine program. The Spine Center surgeons perform more than 75 surgical cases each month. $500/player or $2000/team of 4. Register at SacredHeartCharityGolf.com
When: Friday, September 20th | 5:30 - 7:30pm
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf @ Sandestin
Description: Well, shiver me timbers – The Village of Baytowne Wharf is celebrating International Talk Like a Pirate Day on Friday, Sept. 20th. Enjoy an evening full of adventure with special guest Capt'n Davy beginning at 5pm. Dress in your best pirate costume and get ready for a scavenger hunt, magic show, face painting, costume contest and much more.
International Coastal Beach Cleanup
When: Saturday, September 21st | 8am-10:30am
Where: Okaloosa Island | Destin | Miramar Beach
Description: The family-friendly event starts at 8 a.m. and includes free t-shirts on a first-come, first-serve basis the morning of the event. Prizes will be awarded for the most cigarette butts collected and a social media photo contest! ***Online Registration Required – and limited! ***
Okaloosa Island Location – Register Here
Okaloosa Island Location – Register Here
Sandestin Run/Sup Race
When: Saturday, September 21st | 8-10am
Where: Baytowne Marina @ Sandestin
Description: Come out to the Sandestin Run/Sup Race at the Baytowne Marina. Participants will complete a one mile run from the Baytowne Marina to the Jolee nature trails and back, immediately followed by a one mile stand up paddleboard around the cove in the Bay. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest male, female, and youth (14 and under.) $30 Registration. Be sure to visit the silent auction to view items including a Yolo Bike, New Orleans Saints Swag, and more, with all proceeds to benefit the Sandestin Foundation for Kids. Click here to register!
When: Saturday, September 28th | 10am - 1:30pm
Where: Seascape Resort | Miramar Beach
Description: As one of the official Big Green Egg Festivals held around the country, Eggs on the Beach will be a delicious afternoon for the entire family, featuring a cooking competition, People’s Choice Awards, Judges Award, cash awards, best booth decor, tastings, live music, children’s activities and more. All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach will benefit two local charities – Fisher House of the Emerald Coast provides a home away from home for military families so they can be together during treatment for serious illness or therapy. Food For Thought serves students in Okaloosa and Walton County with healthy meals. In addition, tickets may be purchased for a chance to win a Big Green Egg and other items donated by area businesses with these proceeds also benefiting the charity partners.
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Farmer's Markets
Every Sunday @ Rosemary Beach
If you're looking for some indoor activities to do check out our additional blog post: 10 Things to Do Indoors In Destin.
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