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City of Destin’s 20th Annual Holiday Craft Show
Hand-crafted jewelry, wreaths, books, and more from local artisans at the Destin Community Center, free admission.
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Holiday Events
Every upcoming holiday events on our calendar, soonest first.
16 upcoming events · Full calendar
November 2026
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Destin Commons Christmas Tree Lighting and Fireworks
Santa lights the biggest Christmas tree on the Emerald Coast at Destin Commons, followed by a parade and fireworks show.
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Beach Home for the Holidays
A free Thanksgiving-weekend holiday kickoff event at Aaron Bessant Park in Panama City Beach.
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Santa’s Arrival at Harborwalk Village
Santa kicks off Holiday on the Harbor with a grand entrance, treasure hunt, and photos at Harborwalk Village.
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Santa’s Arrival and Fireworks at Baytowne Wharf
Santa arrives at Baytowne Wharf with a parade, tree lighting, and a choreographed fireworks show.
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Polar Express Movie Night at Baytowne Wharf
A free outdoor screening of The Polar Express on the Events Plaza Lawn at Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin.
December 2026
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Baytowne Wednesday Night Concert Series: Holiday Edition
Free live holiday music on the Events Plaza Lawn at Baytowne Wharf on select Wednesdays in December.
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City of Destin’s 40th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
The City of Destin kicks off the holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Destin Community Center.
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Boat Parade of Lights
A free holiday boat parade of lights along the Panama City Marina, now in its 40th year.
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City of Destin’s 42nd Annual Christmas Parade
Floats travel down Beach Drive and Harbor Blvd in the City of Destin's annual Christmas Parade, a holiday tradition since 1984.
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Tuba Christmas at Baytowne Wharf
Over 30 brass instruments perform holiday classics on the Events Plaza stage at Baytowne Wharf.
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Destin Harbor Lighted Boat Parade
Decorated, illuminated boats parade along Destin Harbor followed by fireworks in this annual holiday tradition.
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Santa’s Send-Off Weekend at Harborwalk Village
The final weekend to visit Santa and get photos at Harborwalk Village, with live performances on the main stage.
New Year's EvePanama City Beach
New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop
A free New Year's Eve celebration at Pier Park with a Kids' Beach Ball Drop and a midnight countdown.
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Baytowne NYE Countdown
A New Year's Eve celebration at Baytowne Wharf with live entertainment and two fireworks shows.
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New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Destin Harbor
Two fireworks shows over Destin Harbor ring in the new year, viewable from HarborWalk Village, Norriego Point, and nearby beaches.
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