Here is what is happening across the Emerald Coast this weekend, Oct 9–12. Times and prices come straight from each event listing, so tap through for tickets, directions and the latest details.
Friday October 9
Bourbon Blending Experience
This guided experience blends education, tasting, and interaction into one clear and engaging process. Create a bourbon that fits your taste!
Karaoke Night at Shuckums
PCB's legendary nightly karaoke bar on Front Beach Road, singing every night starting at 4pm.
Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest
A free pirate and Renaissance-themed festival with costumed performers and vendors at Pier Park.
Panama City Beach Seafood Festival
A free, three-day Gulf seafood festival with live music and fireworks over Grand Lagoon.
Red Bar Jazz Band
Live jazz four nights a week at The Red Bar, Grayton Beach's beloved dive-bar-meets-bistro on 30A.
Witch’s Wine Walk
A Halloween-themed evening wine walk through Historic Downtown DeFuniak Springs, from The Opinion Place to Last Stop Brew Vault.
Concerts at The Landing
Free Friday night concerts at Fort Walton Beach Landing, running through October 23, 2026.
Karaoke Night at 5 O’Clock Somewhere
Friday night karaoke at 5 O'Clock Somewhere in the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin.
Karaoke Night at Harry T’s Lighthouse
Weekend karaoke at Harry T's Lighthouse in HarborWalk Village, a Destin Harbor landmark.
Salsa & Bachata Dance Lessons at Bric à Brac
Weekly Friday salsa and bachata dance lessons at Bric à Brac in Destin, open to all skill levels.
Karaoke Night at Donovan’s Reef
Panama City Beach's go-to karaoke bar on Front Beach Road, singing nightly starting at 9pm.
30A Blue Crab Festival
A three-day celebration of 30A's favorite shellfish near Blue Mountain Beach, with a crab-and-wine walkabout and live jazz.
Eden Gardens October Film Series
An outdoor film series at the historic antebellum-style Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach.
Our Lady Peace: 30th Anniversary Tour at Club LA
Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace celebrates its 30th anniversary with a stop at Club LA in Destin.
Stinky’s Fall Pompano & Grand Slam Fishing Tournament
A month-long inshore fishing tournament out of Stinky's Fish Camp on 30A, with prizes for pompano and grand slam catches.
Saturday October 10
Downtown Fort Walton Beach Saturday Market
A twice-monthly local vendor market at Landing Park in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market
A weekly Saturday morning farmers market in the park at Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach.
Seaside Farmers Market
A weekly Saturday morning farmers market at the Seaside Amphitheater on Central Square.
Boo at the Zoo
Four Halloween weekends of trick-or-treating through Gulf Breeze Zoo.
Pumpkins, Popcorn & Minions: Fall Movie Night
A free family movie night with pumpkin painting on The Lawn at Destin Commons, October 10, 2026.
Zombie Walk Trick or Treat Canned Food Drive
A downtown Fort Walton Beach Halloween walk and costume parade benefiting the local food pantry.
Karaoke Night at Fatboys Destin
Weekly karaoke at Fatboys Destin, a burger joint on the Destin Harbor with a lively bar scene.
Rocktober Concert Series at HarborWalk Village
Free live bands and harbor fireworks every Saturday in October at HarborWalk Village.
Latin Night at Bosforo
Saturday Latin Night at Bosforo in Miramar Beach, with Latin music, dancing, and coastal dining.
Comedy Night at The Block
Weekly Saturday stand-up comedy at The Block in Fort Walton Beach, featuring nationally touring comedians.
Sunday October 11
30A Farmers’ Market at Rosemary Beach
A weekly Sunday morning farmers market at Long Green Park in Rosemary Beach.
Emerald Coast Mahj Classic
A one day NMJL mahjong tournament at Henderson Beach Resort in Destin, October 11, 2026.
Watersound PorchFest
Front porches across Watersound Origins turn into concert stages for an afternoon of neighborhood live music.
Trivia Night at Fatboys Niceville
Weekly Sunday trivia at Fatboys Niceville, a casual burger spot with a regular local following.
Karaoke Night at McGuire’s Irish Pub Destin
Karaoke at McGuire's Irish Pub in Destin, a longtime local favorite known for its lively bar atmosphere.
Monday October 12 Columbus Day
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