The REP Rumpelstiltskin in Seaside Mondays
The Seaside REP Theatre presents Rumpelstiltskin Mondays at 6 p.m. through April 21, at the Seaside Amphitheater. Step into the magical storybook world of Rumpelstiltskin where young Biddy, a humble peasant girl, must spin straw into gold. There is only one problem. Biddy has no magical powers! Presented by the Seaside Merchants, this complimentary event will entertain the entire family.
The REP Snow White in Rosemary Beach Wednesdays
The Seaside REP Theatre presents Snow White, kids theatre every Wednesday at St. Augustine Green in Rosemary Beach at 6 p.m. March 12 – April 16. Presented by The Merchants of Rosemary Beach, this complimentary event will entertain the entire family. Join Snow White on her thrilling adventure through the enchanted forest as she escapes the clutches of the Evil Queen. Along the way, she befriends seven lovable dwarfs and discovers the true meaning of friendship and kindness.
Grand Boulevard Lawn Games Fridays & Saturdays
Bring the entire family out to Grand Boulevard to enjoy some fun! Spring Lawn Games will take over Grand Park from 5-8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday through April 25. Grab some food and drinks from one of the many restaurants in Grand Boulevard before you settle in to a fun round of corn hole, giant lawn chess, checkers and more.
Sandestin Wine Festival April 10-13
The 38th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival at the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort will take place April 10-13. Topping area polls as a must-experience event, this beloved festival offers four full days of unique events including wine dinners with celebrity chefs, yoga, live music, interactive experiences, culinary tents, and of course wine tastings. Tickets, schedule and lodging info: www.sandestinwinefestival.com.
Wine novices are able to learn more about wines and sample from a comprehensive selection in all varieties, styles, and price ranges. Wine aficionados enjoy meeting winemakers, asking detailed questions, and acquiring hard to get selections. Everyone gets to enjoy the live music, interactive experiences at the Culinary tents, and shops and dining of the Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Doggie EGGstravaganza Returns April 18 to Grand Boulevard
Calling all dog lovers! Dog-Harmony’s 10th Annual Doggie EGGstravaganza hops into Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. This canine-only Easter egg hunt features 800 treat-filled eggs, live music, pet photos, games, prizes, and delicious bites from JC’s Gourmet, plus beer and wine for the humans.
Two egg hunt zones—divided by dog size—ensure every pup has a chance to play. A $20 donation in advance ($25 at the event) includes a souvenir treat bag and helps support Dog-Harmony’s mission of reducing shelter populations through education, training, and outreach.
Part of the Coastal Culture Series by Grand Boulevard Arts & Entertainment, tickets are available at events.humanitix.com/doggieeggstravaganza-2025. For sponsorships, email hello@dog-harmony.org.
Rosemary Beach Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt April 20
Easter Celebration & Annual Egg Hunt takes place on Sunday, April 20 in Rosemary Beach. The annual egg hunt kicks off at 9:45 a.m. Enjoy a complimentary mimosa from Summer Kitchen Café and get your photos taken with the Easter Bunny at Gigi’s immediately following the egg hunt. Remember to BYOB…Bring Your Own Basket!
Seaside Easter Celebration April 20
Bring the whole family for a day filled with complimentary photos with the Easter Bunny, live music, face painting, and exciting activities for kids starting at 11 a.m. The Easter Egg Hunt has over 25,000 eggs and kicks off at 1 p.m., promising an egg-citing adventure for children of all ages. Don’t miss out on the festive atmosphere and cherished memories waiting to be made at our Easter eggstravaganza in Seaside.
Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt at Sandestin April 20
Celebrate Easter Sunday at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Linkside Conference Center
with a delightful brunch and festive egg hunts on the beautiful Grand Lawn. Brunch Seatings: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Egg Hunts: 12:30 p.m.: Ages 4 and under | 1 p.m.: Ages 5 and up. Join for a memorable day filled with family fun, delicious dining, and exciting activities. Enjoy a carefully crafted buffet featuring savory entrées, fresh salads, tempting sides, and a delightful assortment of desserts. Adults can enhance their experience with our bottomless mimosa option.
Celebrate Earth Day at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center April 26
Mark your calendars for an exciting Earth Day Expo on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, 4956 State Hwy. 20 East in Freeport.
This community-centered event, sponsored by CHELCO Operation Round Up, is a celebration of nature, sustainability and environmental education.
Expo Vendors present including:
- Native Plant Nurseries
- Community Food Forest
- Master Gardeners & Garden Clubs
- Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance
- Camp Rudder’s Army Rangers Reptiles
- Vale of Paradise Mushrooms
- NoWal Farm
In addition to vendor exhibits, attendees can enjoy theater presentations featuring experts from Vale of Paradise Mushrooms, the Community Food Forest, and Sandhill Native Nursery, who will share insights into sustainable practices and local ecosystems.
Admission: $10 for ages 13 and up; $7 for ages 4-12
Local food vendors, including The Bentea Stop and The Rican Vegan, will offer delicious refreshments. Join us in celebrating our planet, connecting with the community and learning how we can all contribute to a healthier, more sustainable environment. For more information, visit www.eowilsoncenter.org.
Earth Day Bay Cleanup at Sandestin Baytowne Marina April 22
Celebrate Earth Day with Sandestin on Tuesday, April 22 at Baytowne Marina. Beginning at 7:30 a.m., help clean the shoreline by removing plastics and other debris harmful to local wildlife, bay water and natural resources along the Sandestin boundary of Choctawatchee Bay. Refreshments will be provided.
7:30 – Gather, mingle, meet and greet with morning refreshments
7:45 – Welcome and appreciation
7:50 – Start Pickup
9:30 – Raffle Costa Sunglasses and Prize
10:00 – Gather collections and take a picture!
Destin Charity Wine Auction April 25-26
The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) marks 20 years of fundraising with the 2025 Destin Charity Wine Auction, presented by the Jumonville Family, on April 25-26. Proceeds benefit 17 children’s charities in Northwest Florida.
Patron packages are on sale now at dcwaf.org/tickets. Sponsorships available—contact info@dcwaf.org.
Event Highlights:
April 25 – Patron Dinners: Exclusive vintner and chef pairings at private homes, supporting DCWAF charities.
April 26 – Charity Wine Auction: A Reserve Tasting & Live Auction at Grand Boulevard Sandestin Town Center featuring world-class wines, gourmet cuisine, and high-energy bidding on rare wines, trips, and more.
The auction coincides with the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, offering hundreds of premium wines and culinary delights. Auction attendees receive access to the festival’s Grand Tasting on April 27 at 1 p.m. Learn more at dcwaf.org/auction.
South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival April 24-27
A dazzling roster of celebrity winemakers, mixologists, and chefs will converge April 24 – 27, 2025, for a world-class wine and food experience—the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival in Grand Boulevard Town Center—to wine, dine, educate and entertain guests as part of the four-day celebration of wine, spirits, food, music, sunshine, fun and goodwill.
South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival features a stunning showcase of some of the best in the world—the perfect blend of 600+ world-class wines, industry experts, culinary icons, Nashville singer/songwriters, educational seminars and a sprinkle of fun and funky activations.
Celebrity wine producers and chefs present fine wine and food pairings from the world’s most famous appellations. The Culinary Village offers a sumptuous array of foods to taste, wines to pair, as well as wine and food tasting seminars.
Event Highlights:
Botanicals, Bitters & Brews April 25 | 5:30-8 p.m.
Enjoy a cocktail competition, craft beer, lite bites and live music in a stunning garden-inspired setting under the stars. Sample specialty cocktails and vote for your favorite, sip local craft brews, and nosh on delectable cuisine while you dance the night away to The Forrest Williams Band!
Saturday Grand Tasting April 26 | 3-6 p.m.
At SoWalWine, it’s all about the quality, diversity, scope and relevance of wines being offered and the people bringing them to the table. There are over 600 high-quality, diverse selections!
Sunday Grand Tasting April 27 | 1- 4 p.m.
Welcome back to day two of the Grand Tastings, where you can taste wines from around the world and buzz-worthy, award-winning craft spirits, then stroll on over to sample delicious foods while listening to live music.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.SoWalWine.com.
Redfish Film Festival April 24-27
Redfish is not a typical film festival. Its signature evening arts events are not usually seen at film festivals.
For more information on Redfish Film Fest or to buy tickets, visit www.redfishfilmfest.com. Volunteers interested in assisting with set-up April 19-27 can email Lex Benedict at lex@redfishfilmfest.com for more information.
CARE on the Coast Sea Turtle Fundraiser April 26
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of conservation, celebration, and coastal fun at Gulfarium’s CARE on the Coast on April 26, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.! This annual festival brings together delicious food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment, and marine animal encounters for a one-of-a-kind event benefiting the Gulfarium CARE Center’s mission to rescue and rehabilitate sea turtles.
Swing into Action May 3 FORE the Love of Animals
Get ready to hit the greens for a great cause May 3 at the Links Golf Club at Sandestion! Registration is now open for the FORE! the Love of Animals Golf Tournament, presented by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and benefiting Alaqua Animal Refuge. This premier event combines friendly competition, camaraderie and a shared commitment to helping animals in need.
Secure Your Spot Today! Foursomes are $850 and individuals are $250 with proceeds directly supporting Alaqua’s mission of providing shelter, safety, and second chances to animals in need.
Register now at https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/fore-the-love-of-animals-2025.
Want to make an even bigger impact? Sponsorship opportunities offer premium visibility, brand exposure, and the chance to be a leader in supporting animal welfare. Sponsor a Hole for Just $100! Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait! Join us on the course and help change lives – one swing at a time.
Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival May 15-19
The Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival returns to Fort Walton Beach May 15-19 with fireworks, a parade, fun family activities and much more. This is the 69th festival benefiting the William Augustus Bowles Historical Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that promotes a love for local history.
The Bowlegs Treasure Hunt begins in April, with clues being announced on local radio. Participants can search for Bowlegs coins and win a piece of Captain Billy’s treasure. Look for updates at kreweofbowlegs.com, along with an irresistible poem.
Destin Rotary Crawfish Bash May 16
Get ready for a flavorful evening at the Rotary Club of Destin’s 13th Annual Cajun Crawfish Bash on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at The Towne Centre at Seascape. This family-friendly event promises authentic Cajun cuisine, including fresh Louisiana crawfish served with traditional fixings like potatoes, sausage, and corn on the cob. For those preferring alternatives, grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, and rotisserie chicken will be available. Enjoy live music from the Fais Do-Do Band, bringing their unique blend of zydeco and R&B to keep you dancing all night. Tickets are priced at $40 for a regular crawfish meal, $50 for all-you-can-eat crawfish, and $15 for kids and non-crawfish meals. Proceeds support young families in need and the Rotary Club of Destin Scholarship Fund. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.DestinRotary.com or Facebook/RotaryClubofDestin or contact any Destin Rotarian.
Lionfish Festival May 17-18
Destin is once again diving into conservation and coastal celebration with the highly anticipated 2025 Lionfish Festival, returning this spring with a splash. Set to take place May 17–18, 2025, along the Destin Harbor Boardwalk, this vibrant, family-friendly event merges environmental awareness with fun, food, music, and marine education.
The festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, transforming the Destin Harbor into a bustling celebration of local culture and ecological stewardship. The event is free and open to the public, making it the perfect weekend destination for families, divers and seafood lovers alike.
