Here is what is happening across the Emerald Coast this weekend, Oct 16–18. Times and prices come straight from each event listing, so tap through for tickets, directions and the latest details.
Friday October 16
Bachata Weekender in Destin
A weekend of Bachata dance workshops and socials at Bric à Brac in Destin, October 16 to 18, 2026.
Bourbon Blending Experience
This guided experience blends education, tasting, and interaction into one clear and engaging process. Create a bourbon that fits your taste!
Beach-O-Ween
A free Halloween celebration on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk with a bounce house, costume contest, and games.
Karaoke Night at Shuckums
PCB's legendary nightly karaoke bar on Front Beach Road, singing every night starting at 4pm.
Panama City Beach Oktoberfest
A German-style beer festival at Aaron Bessant Park with multiple ticket tiers.
Gallery Night: Ghoul-ery Night
Downtown Pensacola's monthly Gallery Night goes Halloween with a costume contest and artists along Palafox Street.
2nd Annual Mayor’s Charity Gala
An evening of fine dining, live entertainment, and auctions at Henderson Beach Resort benefiting Northwest Florida youth programs.
Red Bar Jazz Band
Live jazz four nights a week at The Red Bar, Grayton Beach's beloved dive-bar-meets-bistro on 30A.
Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival
A weekend craft beer festival at the Village of Baytowne Wharf featuring 100+ beers, a Friday preview bash, and Saturday grand tasting.
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.
Eden Gardens October Film Series
An outdoor film series at the historic antebellum-style Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach.
Harvest Wine & Food Festival
A four-day wine and food festival with winemaker dinners, a Grand Tasting, and jazz brunch at WaterColor.
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.
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band – Burnin’ One Tour at Club LA
A Dave Matthews Band tribute act brings the Burnin' One Tour to Club LA in Destin.
Saturday October 17
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.
Trash to Closet Pop-Up Market
Upcycle and thrift pop-up at Shop The Closet! Shop one-of-a-kind upcycled pieces from local artists, bring your own clothes to upgrade, or grab something from the "blanks rack" and make your own wearable design. Free to attend. Proceeds support Save The Closet, a local nonprofit providing free cloth
Black Cat Ball
A charitable gala at the Fort Walton Beach Elks Lodge on Okaloosa Island benefiting SOCKS.
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.
The Portal Panama City: Not-So-Fright Night
A free, low-scare Halloween night for families at The Portal in downtown Panama City.
NFSO – Fire and Fate
A Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra concert at Mattie Kelly Arts Center in Niceville, October 17, 2026.
Latin Night at Bosforo
Saturday Latin Night at Bosforo in Miramar Beach, with Latin music, dancing, and coastal dining.
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