Spring is on the horizon, and it’s time to celebrate! With festivals and events focusing on anything from food trucks, tea, St. Paddy’s Day, and even mac & cheese, March is an exciting time to be out and about on the Emerald Coast from 30A to Destin. In addition to featured events, many communities such as Seaside, Alys Beach, and Rosemary Beach will be hosting weekly concerts, plays, and movies in honor of Spring Break. Scroll below for more details on our featured events!
FEATURED EVENTS
Destin Food Truck Fest
Mattie Kelley Cultural Arts Village | Destin
March 5th, 2023
Featuring many of the city’s finest food trucks, the Destin Food Truck Fest will also have vendors exhibiting gifts, crafts, jewelry, personal care products, and more! Hosted at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village, bring a chair to spend the day enjoying live entertainment in a fun, family-friendly environment.
5th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival
Destin Commons | Destin
March 5th, 2023
Not just for kids! The 5th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival is a family-friendly event featuring gourmet, chef-inspired twists on the South’s favorite comfort food. Sample the goods while local restaurants compete for the “best mac in town.” Presented by Cox & Publix Charities, all proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast.
Tea Fore Her
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa | Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
March 5th, 2023
Enjoy lunch and tea with your friends while raising funds for breast cancer patients along the Emerald Coast at Tea Fore Her at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa! This event will feature a delicious menu at a seated lunch, a photo booth, a silent auction, and more. Big hats are encouraged for a chance to win the “Best Hat” prize.
St. Paddy’s Day Delight
Baytowne Wharf | Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
March 17th, 2023
It’s an Irish-themed celebration at The Village of Baytowne Wharf from 6pm to 9pm with a lively performance from the Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance and live music from Shenanigans! Bring the family for an evening of fun.
St. Paddy’s Family Party
HarborWalk Village | Destin
March 18th, 2023
Bring the whole family to HarborWalk Village, located along the Destin Harbor with restaurants, activities, and entertainment for a St. Paddy’s Family Party from 2pm to 4pm. Festivities include a performance from the Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance, kids’ activities, a leprechaun treasure hunt, and fun surprises for the grown-ups!
Summer Haze Spring Fling
North Beach Social | Santa Rosa Beach
March 19th, 2023
Celebrate spring with a full day of live music and artisan vendors at the Summer Haze Spring Fling at North Beach Social! Featured bands include Hunter and Tony, Certainly So, Siren and The Mudpuppies, Mississippi Shakedown, Chris Alvarado Trio, Boukou Groove, and The Iceman Special. A portion of proceeds will benefit A Bed 4 Me Foundation.