By Christopher Manson
Friday, Nov. 22
Hometown Holiday Parade And Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration
Grand Boulevard Town Center, Miramar Beach, 5 p.m.
grandboulevard.com
Thousands upon thousands of brilliant white lights and an expansive celebratory parade featuring the South Walton High School Marching Band, Emerald Coast Theatre Company, Destin High School, Dog-Harmony, Santa Claus and more.
Santa’s Arrival and Tree Lighting
Destin Commons, 6-8 p.m.
destincommons.com
A magical holiday celebration for all ages, with face painting, complimentary photo booth, balloon sculpting, Santa’s sleigh, and a fireworks finale.
Friday, Nov. 22 | Saturday, Nov. 23 | Sunday, Nov. 24
Northwest Florida Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Mattie Kelly Arts Center, Niceville, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday
nfballet.org
The 45th annual production of the classic seasonal fairytale, and the only full-length version presented on the Emerald Coast. Tickets are $48 for adults and $22 for children ages 12 and under. Purchase tickets online.
Saturday, Nov. 30
Santa’s Arrival
HarborWalk Village, Destin, 12:30-4 p.m.
emeraldgrande.com
Mr. Ho-ho-ho hits the Destin Harbor, with a parade at 12:30, followed by visits with the kiddos and a special holiday performance from 1 to 4.
Tuesday, Dec. 3
Kick-Off for Festival of Trees Benefiting Local Charities
Grand Park, Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Miramar Beach, 4-6:30 p.m.
grandboulevard.com
Eighteen nonprofits compete to win cash prizes totaling $8,500 in a tree-decorating specacular. The People’s Choice winner will be voted on and announced along with Best of Show. Trees remain on display through Christmas Day.
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Holiday Concert Series and Visits with Santa
The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Miramar Beach, 6-8 p.m.
baytownewharf.com
Holiday classics and quality time with Mr. Claus.
Friday, Dec. 6-Saturday, Dec. 28
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides! “Rock Around The Christmas Tree” Music Revue! Photos With Santa!
Town Center, Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Miramar Beach
grandboulevard.com
Enjoy complimentary carriage rides while soaking in the Coastal White Christmas Lights and Festival of Trees display. Seasonal sounds provided by Emerald Coast Theatre Company.
Saturday, Dec. 7
Holiday Open House and Walkabout
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Miramar Beach
grandboulevard.com
Enjoy holiday specials and promotions from Grand Boulevard merchants and restaurants while vying for “Taste of Grand Boulevard” prize baskets valued at more than $1,000 a pop.
Sunday, Dec. 8-Sunday. Dec. 22
Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents “All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce Of 1914”
560 Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach, 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sundays and 6pm Sunday, Dec. 22 | Field Trips Friday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m.
emeraldcoasttheatre.org
Christmas 1914. All quiet on the Western Front, then a song, kicking off an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music and peace. This is the true story of soldiers laying down their weapons to celebrate Christmas together, based on firsthand accounts from the soldiers who lived through it. Tickets are available for purchase online.
Wednesday, Dec. 11 and Wednesday, Dec. 18
Holiday Concert Series and Visits with Santa
The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Miramar Beach, 6-8 p.m.
baytownewharf.com
Holiday classics and quality time with Mr. Claus.
Saturday, Dec. 14
Destin Christmas Parade: Flashback To 1984
City of Destin, 10 a.m.
cityofdestin.com
Commemorating the city’s 40th birthday, the parade begins at Destin Methodist Church on Beach Drive and proceeds down Harbor Boulevard to Stahlman Avenue. If you wish to enter a float in the parade, please donate a new toy or money by Dec. 6. Call 850.654.8998 or email recreation@cityofdestin.com to learn more.
Friday, December 20th at 6 p.m. | Saturday, December 21st at 6 p.m. | Sunday, December 22nd at 2 p.m.
The Nutcracker presented by studio6twenty5
New venue this year! FWB Civic Auditorium in Fort Walton Beach
Don’t miss this festive holiday tradition! Experience Clara’s magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets as studio6twenty5 presents The Nutcracker featuring the talented dancers from the children’s program and adult/open program. Doors open one hour before each performance. Tickets range from $15-$30 and are available now at studio6twenty5.com.
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