Get ready for a flavorful showdown at the annual Blues Brews & BBQs event, where culinary creativity meets community spirit! This exciting competition invites local restaurants to showcase their culinary masterpieces to more than 1,500 guests while supporting local charities. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Destin Harbor, guests can stroll through vibrant tasting stations featuring innovative BBQ styles, fresh coastal dishes, and refreshing local craft brews. With 20+ tasting booths on hand,
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) has named Kelly Pierre of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the 2024 Festival of the Arts poster contest winner. Recognized as one of Northwest Florida’s premier fine art shows, the Festival of the Arts, produced by MKAF, is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year on the Emerald Coast. This year’s 29th annual event will kick off on Friday, Oct 25 evening with the Arty Kick Off Party at The Henderson in Destin. The Festival weekend follows on Saturday, Oct. 26,
On July 18, Sunset Shoes And Lifestyles celebrated its newly expanded Destin Commons location with a ribbon cutting. Sunset Shoes opened its doors more than 20 years ago. With four locations in HarborWalk Village, Sandestin, Panama City and Destin Commons, Sunset Shoes' collection is inspired by the beautiful beaches and the relaxed environment of Destin with comfort and easygoing style as the hallmark of its shoe collections. Recently, it added apparel to its arsenal, introducing clothing and
The City of Destin will hold a 40th Birthday Bash on Saturday, August 10th at HarborWalk Village. All are invited to the event celebrating four decades of incorporation. From 5:30-8:30 p.m., enjoy stilt walkers, live music by Tobacco Road, the City’s first drone show, fire spinning, and much more. “It’s one of those events where there should be something for everyone, no matter the age,” said Tamara Young, City of Destin Public Information Director. “Our Harbor was recently voted 2nd best in the Nation,
On June 13, Azul Mexican Fusion celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting. Azul Mexican Fusion offers Mexican + Mediterranean fusion cuisine with a beautiful view of the Destin Harbor in HarborWalk Village. Visit the restaurant at 2 Harbor Blvd. Ste. 100A or check it out on Instagram at @azul.destin. For more information, call (850) 485-0953.
On May 7, Locks on the Docks LLC celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Destin Chamber. Locks on the Docks' goal is to provide security to locals and tourists, while they enjoy a harbor excursion, a day on the beach, or any other occasion they may need a locker to temporarily store luggage and other items. You will find the lockers on the docks at HarborWalk Village between The Cantina and Boogies Watersports' jet skis. Visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553928854666 to learn more.
Divers participating in the 5th Annual Emerald Coast Open Lionfish Tournament set a new record with the successful removal of 24,699 lionfish. Last year’s total was 13,835. Divers from around the country competed for prize money totaling over $100,000 in an effort to eradicate this invasive species in the Gulf of Mexico. Lionfish have few known predators due to their venomous spines. “Okaloosa County continues to be a leader in helping to create sustainable marine ecosystems,” said Okaloosa County Board
Founded in Destin, Florida, in 2015, Sociallee, now known as True Story PR, started with Whitney Lee, APR, CPRC, as a 29 year old solo practitioner. Lee had previously served as the Director of Marketing at the Hilton Sandestin, as well as the Events and Marketing Manager at Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village. Sociallee served small businesses in Okaloosa and Walton counties, from vacation rental companies, to restaurants, boutiques, non-profits and more. Today, True Story has grown to a team of eight