Meet In Destin-Fort Walton Beach

01/31/2025

From the sugar-white sands to world-class facilities, Destin-Fort Walton Beach is the ultimate destination for sporting events!
Whether it's beach volleyball, basketball, or fishing tournaments, our scenic backdrop and top-notch venues set the stage for unforgettable competitions. Let's make your next event a win! 🥇📣🏀

01/28/2025

Discover paradise when you host your event in Destin-Fort Walton Beach ✨

01/17/2025

Grateful for the kind words from Tina, CEO of the American Co****le Association!🌟 Hosting your event at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Fairgrounds + Events Center was an absolute pleasure. We’re thrilled to have played a part in enhancing the experience for players and staff alike. Looking forward to many more events in the future 🙌

01/15/2025

This is The Barn at Water Oaks Farm, lovely private barn venue located one hour north of Destin. The ideal choice for that picture perfect fairytale wedding you’ve always dreamed of having. One look at this spectacular facility and we think you will fall in love all over again with the endless attention to detail. Bring 50, or 400 of your closest friends and family to celebrate your forever love. 💙

01/13/2025

Transforming spaces, one project at a time! 🛠️ We’re excited to see the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Fairgrounds + Events Center shaping up to be better than ever with a fresh coat of paint and upgraded LED lighting ✨

01/10/2025

We display the works of local artist Donna Burgess in the convention center meeting rooms as part of our permanent collection. Burgess’s art explores the colorful, natural beauty found in the heart of Florida’s Emerald Coast. Local marine life like dolphins, sea turtles, marlin, pelicans, palms, and other coastal fauna and flora are often subjects of her paintings.
We are honored to feature Ms. Burgess’s work at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and to offer her unique coastal vision for the enjoyment of our guests and visitors. You can view more at Donna Burgess’s online gallery and on Facebook. 🎨

01/08/2025

Transforming events into unforgettable experiences 🎤✨ The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center delivers stunning A/V and lighting setups tailored to your vision. Let us illuminate your next event!

01/03/2025

We’re so excited for what’s in store at all of our venues in 2025! To learn more and book a venue, head to our website today! ➡️Link in bio!

12/19/2024

11/27/2024

The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Winter Classic is December 6-8th!

This three-day event benefits First Tee, an organization that enable kids to build the strength of character through the game of golf. Grab your clubs and join us for a weekend of fun.

Destin Fort Walton Beach Winter Classic Benefiting First Tee Gulf Coast December 6 – 8, 2024 Emerald BayKelly PlantationIndian BayouRegatta BayRocky Bayou$650 PER TEAMAges 18 & up PRESENTING SPONSOR: Schedule: Friday, December 6:Scramble10:00 AM Shotgun StartDivision “A”: Emerald BayDivision ...

10/25/2024

Hello All,

We are changing the name of this page from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center to Meet In Destin-Fort Walton Beach. It will feature and promote the various venues and meeting spaces throughout our beautiful destination. Stay tuned for additional updates!

08/15/2024

Attention, all patriots!

Friday, September 13th, at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center, we rally for a cause as mighty as the men and women who’ve served this great nation.

Our SOF Missions Gala is not just an event; it’s a call to arms in support of the veterans who’ve fought for our freedom.

Don your finest 1940s swing attire and join us as we honor the bravest among us. Together, we stand united, committed to serving those who have served.

Let’s make this night one for the history books—forward, ever forward!

🎤 John Arroyo
Tickets and Info Here 🔗 https://sofmissions.org/gala/

08/13/2024

08/13/2024

07/19/2024

Mark your calendars 📆

Attention, Patriots! The 8th Annual Emerald Coast Gala is fast approaching.

Mark your calendars for Friday, September 13, 2024, at the -Fort Walton Beach Convention Center.

This evening is our chance to honor and support the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.

The night will feature inspiring warrior success stories, a presentation of our Be Resilient Program, and a keynote speech by John Arroyo, a former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret. John’s journey from a troubled youth to a decorated officer, after surviving a gunshot wound to the throat, is a testament to the power of resilience and faith.

Enjoy dinner, swing dancing to the Hashtag Swing Band, and participate in our silent auction. Your involvement helps us continue our mission to heal those with the visible and invisible wounds of war.
🫡
Dr. Damon Friedman

02/01/2024

Notice: The Convention Center main entrance light is closed due to gas line maintenance. If you’re attending events here, please reference this map for alternative access to the building.

01/07/2024