Things to do in Destin-Fort Walton Beach this weekend
There’s never a shortage of fun, outdoor events in Destin-Fort Walton Beach. From HarborWalk Village to the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, check out what’s going on this weekend!
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What’s Blooming in October
What’s Blooming in October Coastalplain Honeycombhead (Balduina angustifolia) Also known as yellow buttons, this annual to biennial wildflower consists of many yellow ray and disk florets. This flower will produce 20 or more flowerheads on each plant. As the plant matures and reaches a post-anthesis stage (pollen is…
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While beachgoers can lay out on the sand, shoppers can stroll down the HarborWalk Village and savor plates of Gulf-to-Table seafood. What will you do in Destin-Fort Walton Beach?
What’s Blooming in May?
What’s Blooming in May New series! Check back each month to learn about the native plants that are blooming in Destin-Fort Walton Beach. Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella) Also known as Firewheel, is an annual wildflower that can be seen blooming May through August in the panhandle. Native Americans…
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Three Ways to Participate in International Dark Sky Week in Destin-Fort Walton Beach
International Dark Sky Week is a worldwide celebration to bring awareness to the harmful effects of light pollution. What is light pollution? Light pollution is the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally. Why reduce the impact of light pollution? For one, do…
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Where to See Sea Turtles in Destin-Fort Walton Beach
Destin-Fort Walton Beach is home to some amazing wildlife, including our four species of sea turtles! You can see Loggerhead, Green, Kemp’s Ridley, and Leatherback sea turtles in our crystal-clear Gulf waters. Our flippered friends are active and can be spotted in a variety of places.
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October 1, 2025
77th Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo
With more than 35,000 anglers from all over the United States competing in more than…
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