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Discover upcoming events, festivals, and activities across Okaloosa County.

22 events

Fort Walton Beach 5K Run/Walk

7:30 AM – 10:00 AM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Lace up your running shoes for the annual Fort Walton Beach 5K! A scenic route through the community with awards, refreshments, and fun for runners an...

APR 4

Fort Walton Beach Farmers Market

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Every Saturday

Shop fresh local produce, baked goods, crafts, and artisan products at the weekly farmers market in Fort Walton Beach. Support local farmers and maker...

APR 4

Okaloosa County Easter Egg Hunt

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fort Walton Beach City Park Fort Walton Beach

Bring the kids for the annual community Easter Egg Hunt! Children of all ages can search for candy-filled eggs, enjoy spring activities, and visit wit...

APR 11

Okaloosa County Crawfish Boil

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

It's crawfish season! Join us for a community crawfish boil featuring pounds of fresh mudbugs, cold drinks, live music, and good times. Local cook-off...

APR 18

Fort Walton Beach Spring Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Celebrate spring in Okaloosa County with live music, local vendors, food trucks, arts and crafts, and family activities. A beloved community tradition...

MAY 9

Fort Walton Beach BBQ Festival

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

The smokers are fired up! BBQ teams compete for bragging rights while you sample the best ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and more. Live music and family ...

MAY 25

Fort Walton Beach Memorial Day Ceremony

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Fort Walton Beach Veterans Memorial Fort Walton Beach

A solemn ceremony honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Features patriotic music, guest speakers, rifle salute, and wreath laying....

JUN 5

Summer Concert Series — Fort Walton Beach

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Fort Walton Beach Amphitheater Fort Walton Beach

Every Friday (June-August)

Enjoy free live music every Friday evening throughout the summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax under the stars with local and regional musi...

JUL 4

Okaloosa County July 4th Celebration

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Celebrate Independence Day with patriotic festivities, live entertainment, food vendors, kids' activities, and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk...

AUG 1

Back to School Bash — Okaloosa County

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Fort Walton Beach Community Center Fort Walton Beach

Get ready for the new school year! Free school supplies, backpacks, haircuts, health screenings, and community resources for Okaloosa County families....

SEP 5

Fort Walton Beach Art Walk

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Explore local galleries, meet artists, and discover original artwork throughout downtown Fort Walton Beach. A celebration of the vibrant arts communit...

OCT 1

Okaloosa County Fair

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Okaloosa County Fairgrounds Fort Walton Beach

The annual Okaloosa County Fair features carnival rides, livestock shows, live entertainment, fair food, and fun for the whole family. A week-long cel...

OCT 10

Destin Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Destin Park Destin

Enjoy fall fun in Destin with vendors, food, live music, and activities for the whole family....

OCT 10

Niceville Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Niceville Park Niceville

Enjoy fall fun in Niceville with vendors, food, live music, and activities for the whole family....

OCT 17

Fort Walton Beach Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Celebrate autumn in Fort Walton Beach with a day of arts and crafts vendors, fall treats, live music, pumpkin decorating, and community fun....

OCT 31

Fort Walton Beach Trunk or Treat

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Fort Walton Beach Community Center Fort Walton Beach

A safe, family-friendly Halloween event! Kids trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks, enjoy costume contests, games, and candy. Come in your best co...

NOV 11

Okaloosa County Veterans Day Ceremony

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Okaloosa County Courthouse Fort Walton Beach

Honor our veterans at the annual Okaloosa County Veterans Day ceremony. Features patriotic music, guest speakers, wreath laying, and recognition of lo...

NOV 27

Fort Walton Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Join the community for the official lighting of the Fort Walton Beach Christmas tree! Enjoy hot cocoa, holiday music, photos with Santa, and the magic...

DEC 5

Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Kick off the holiday season with the annual Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade! Enjoy festive floats, marching bands, holiday performances, and a visi...

DEC 12

Destin Christmas Parade

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Downtown Destin Destin

Celebrate the holiday season with the Destin Christmas Parade featuring festive floats, local schools, and a visit from Santa!...

DEC 12

Niceville Christmas Parade

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Downtown Niceville Niceville

Celebrate the holiday season with the Niceville Christmas Parade featuring festive floats, local schools, and a visit from Santa!...

DEC 31

New Year's Eve Celebration — Fort Walton Beach

8:00 PM – 12:30 AM Downtown Fort Walton Beach Fort Walton Beach

Ring in the New Year in Fort Walton Beach! Enjoy live music, entertainment, food and drinks, and a midnight countdown to welcome 2027....

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