June

June 1–August 17
Art on the Harbor
Destin
Every Sunday some of the Emerald Coast ’s most noted artists exhibit their work from 11 a.m. to sunset.
(850) 651-7131
www.destin-fwb.com

June 5–9
Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival
Fort Walton Beach
See a pirate uprising, search for treasure, and enjoy a torchlight parade, fireworks, and live entertainment.
(850) 244-8191
www.fwbchamber.org

June 5–13
Fiesta of Five Flags Celebration
Pensacola
Celebrate the founding of Pensacola with this 10-day event, featuring street parades, a boat parade, balls, food, and entertainment
(850) 433-6512
www.fiestaoffiveflags.org

June 7
Annual Bostwick Blueberry Festival
Bostwick Community Center
Liven up your weekend with fresh blueberry pancakes, baked goods, a book fair, crafts, and entertainment.
(904) 504-2121
www.pickyourown.com

June 13–August 2
Circus by the Sea
Frank Brown Park , Panama City Beach
Enjoy this three-ring production, which includes performances by the Florida State University Flying High Circus, as well as the area’s first circus camp.
(850) 249-1101
www.CircusByTheSea.com

June 14–15
Fiesta of Five Flags Golf Tournament
Pensacola
Celebrate Pensacola ’s founding with two days of golf at the Osceola Golf Course.
(850) 433-6512
www.fiestaoffiveflags.org

June 15–July 24
Environmental Triennial
Mattie Kelly Fine & Performing Arts Center , Niceville
This collection of artwork examines environmental issues from differing perspectives.
(850) 729-6000
www.destinchamber.com

June 21
My First Tri
Postl Point Marina , Eglin Air Force Base
Geared toward first-time triathletes, this triathlon begins at 7:30 a.m. and finishes with food and fun.
(850) 882-5146
www.active.com

June 24–29
Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic
Destin
Enter the competition to catch a winner, and don’t miss the dock walks, the kick-off party, or the boat parade.
(866) 505-4458
www.fishecbc.com

July

July 4
4th of July Celebration
Rosemary Beach
Celebrate Independence Day with a bike parade, a family field day, live music, and fireworks.
(800) 822-6877
www.rosemarybeach.com

July 4
July 4th Riverfest
Milton
This fun-filled day includes parades, a motorcycle show and an antique car show, a children’s carnival, and fireworks.
(850) 623-2339
www.srcchamber.com

July 5
56th Annual Bonifay Kiwanis Club Gospel Sing
Holmes County High School , Bonifay
Experience some of the best gospel music around, and meet the performers at the largest all-night sing in the country.
(850) 547-5363
www.bonifaykiwanis.org

July 9–13
Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament
Bay Point Marina , Panama City
Known as “the party of the year,” this tournament also draws some of the finest deep-sea anglers to the waters of Panama City .
(850) 233-1633
www.baypointbillfish.com

July 9–12
Gypsy
Mattie Kelly Fine & Performing Arts Center , Niceville
Let this summer musical enchant you with its story of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee.
(850) 729-6000
www.owc.edu/arts

July 15
“Kids Rock the Block!” Party
Western Green, Rosemary Beach
This free party includes games, activities, music, food, and fun for the entire family.
(850) 278-2032
www.rosemarybeach.com

August

August 2–3
12th Annual Scallop Festival
Shipyard Cove, Port St. Joe
Delight your taste buds with local shellfish as you enjoy art, crafts, and entertainment.
(800) 239-9553
www.gulfchamber.org

August 14–17
Thunder on the Gulf
Orange Beach , Alabama
Experience powerboat racing at its finest.
(251) 980-RACE (7223)
www.thunderonthegulf.com

August 15–October 25
Cardinal Points: Latin American Art
Pensacola Museum of Art
This collection explores some of the dominant themes of Latin American art during the past 20 years.
(850) 432-6247
www.pensacolamuseumofart.org

August 15–17; 22–24
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium
Tennessee William’s Pulitzer Prize–winning drama reveals the haunting secrets of a Mississippi family.
(850) 243-1101
www.stagecrafters.com

August 29–31
17th Annual Greek Festival
Emerald Coast Conference Center , Okaloosa Island
Experience Greek food and wine while watching Greek dancers and listening to live music.
(850) 244-0822
www.destin-fwb.com

August 29–31
Labor Day Weekend in Seaside
Celebrate the holiday with a family movie night Friday and free concerts Saturday and Sunday.
(866) 579-5424
www.seasidefl.com