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27 Bite-Sized Adventures for Kids from 3 to 13+
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"My 10, 12 and 14 year-old loved Captain Kevin’s charter fishing trip. They keep asking to go again! Captain Kevin (a lifelong local fisherman and father of 3) will guide you out into the Gulf to some of his favorite fishing spots."
– Laura P., Little Adventure Scout
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Events in Destin-Fort Walton Beach
It’s always the best time of the year to visit Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Mild temperatures and warm gulf waters make the area enjoyable no matter the season. And with a running lineup of exciting local events and festivals, there’s always something to do in Destin-Fort Walton Beach!
March 18, 2026 - March 19, 2026
Under the Big Top Circus
A Traditional Traveling Circus under the Big Top, featuring the…
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March 20, 2026 - March 21, 2026
Hamfest 2026
In Beautiful Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida there is a…
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March 21, 2026
Newbreed Jiu Jitsu Federation Tournament
Since 2006, NEWBREED has been a driving force in the…
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While beachgoers can lay out on the sand, shoppers can stroll down the HarborWalk Village and savor plates of Gulf-to-Table seafood. What will you do in Destin-Fort Walton Beach?
Discover Destin–Fort Walton Beach: Five-Days of Non-Stop Fun
Discover Destin–Fort Walton Beach: Five-Days of Non-Stop Fun By Emily Who says you have to travel to California to catch waves? In Destin–Fort Walton Beach, families can dive into sugar-white sand and the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf while chasing sun, salt and surf together. This five-day itinerary makes trip…
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Discover Destin–Fort Walton Beach: Harbor Views, First Dives & Zero Stress
Discover Destin–Fort Walton Beach: Harbor Views, First Dives & Zero Stress By Emily Who says family adventures have to last a whole week? At Destin–Fort Walton Beach, adventure is limitless and never bound by a timeline. But if you find yourself planning a quick getaway, this three-day itinerary makes it…
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Harbor Docks: A Family Legacy, Led by Eddie Morgan
Harbor Docks: A Family Legacy, Led by Eddie Morgan By Dakota Scott For more than four decades, Harbor Docks has been woven into the fabric of Destin’s working harbor. And today, that legacy is carried forward by Eddie Morgan, who grew up on the docks, in the kitchen, and…
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