Celebrate America’s 250th Right Here on the Emerald Coast

From historical commemorations at our local landmarks to community gatherings, educational programs, and patriotic celebrations — if it's happening here for America 250, you'll find it here.

The Okaloosa County America 250 Commission was founded by resolution of the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 20, 2026, to support efforts to provide meaningful activities to the citizens and visitors of Okaloosa County throughout the 2026 calendar year to celebrate the founding of the United States of America, designated as the “America 250 Celebration Year.”