Fourth Annual Fall Craft Fair
Monday, August 18, 2008
The 4th Annual Fall Craft Fair at Christ Our Redeemer Catholic Church in Niceville will feature a pancake breakfast, bake sale and Christmas card sale, along with crafters, artists and other vendors. 850.897.3795

Red, White and Blue Celebration on the Harbor
Thursday, August 21, 2008
The Destin Harbor Association is hosting a "Red, White and Blue Celebration" on Destin Harbor. A local military hero will be honored with a key to the city. The night will culminate with fireworks. Participating Harbor businesses will offer military personnel a discount and there will be a variety of events taking place. There will also be an opportunity to win tickets to the Talladega NASCAR Race in October. 800.426.9670

"Rock the Docks" at Destin Harbor
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Summerfest "Rocks the Docks" at Destin Harbor on Saturday nights with live music at Harbor businesses and a chance to win a trip for two to the Budweiser Brewery in St. Louis, MO. Visit www. destinharbor.org for a schedule of entertainment.

13th Annual Destin Festival of the Arts
Monday, August 25, 2008
The 13th Annual Destin Festival of the Arts will be presented by the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation at Henderson Beach State Park October 25 & 26. Over 100 juried fine artists will compete for cash prizes, representing a diverse palette of art. There will be a children's interactive art area, live music, a bistro food court, and festival t-shirts and posters. 850.650.2226 or www.mattiekellyartsfoundation.org

17th Annual Greek Festival at the Emerald Coast Conference Center on Okaloosa Island
Friday, August 29, 2008 - Sunday, August 31, 2008
The annual Greek Festival is held at the Emerald Coast Conference Center. "A Night in Athens" band will perform Greek music and Greek dancers will perform. There will be dance lessons for the public, a silent auction & vendors from around the Southeast. "Come spend a weekend in Athens" without leaving home! Friday 5-9pm; Saturday 11am-9pm; Sunday 11am-4pm. 850.244.0822 or office@stmarkella.org

16th Annual Emerald Coast Car Show
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Three local car clubs will present the 16th Annual Emerald Coast Car Show on September 6 at Fort Walton Beach High School. The Northwest Florida Model A & T Club, Panhandle Cruisers, and the Playground Corvette Club, in partnership with local businesses host the show every year. More than 300 cars are expected to compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd-place trophies in each of the 53 classes of vehicles. The show will feature music from the 60's, 70's and 80's, an auction, and food and drinks sold by the Fort Walton Beach H.S. ROTC. 850.934.4113

Kiwanis 8th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Monday, September 15, 2008
The Kiwanis 8th Annual Charity Golf Tournament takes place September 15 at the Kelly Plantation Golf Club. Proceeds will go to the Children's Advocacy Center, Children in Crisis, the Destin YMCA, and more! The event starts with lunch and registration at 11am; shotgun start scramble is at 12:30pm. There will be a putting contest, silent auction and much more. 850.830.3371

22nd Annual Dr. H. C. White Golf Tournament
Friday, September 19, 2008
White-Wilson Medical Center presents its 22nd Annual Dr. H. C. White Golf Tournament benefiting the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The Foundation provides scholarships to Okaloosa Walton College and the University of West Florida. For sponsor & team info contact: Gail Waller @ 850.244.8191

The 14th Annual Oktoberfest and Arts & Crafts Festival
Friday, September 26, 2008 - Saturday, September 27, 2008
The 14th Annual Oktoberfest and Arts & Crafts Festival at Winn Dixie Plaza in Niceville will be held September 26-27. Times will be listed when available. 850.897.3190

Fort Walton Beach Coin Club Show
Saturday, September 27, 2008 - Sunday, September 28, 2008
Westwood Retirement Resort, 1001 MarWalt Dr, Fort Walton Beach (across form FWB Medical Center). Saturday hours 10am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm Free parking, free admission. Twenty dealers from throughout the Southeast will be on hand to buy, sell and trade coins, currency, tokens and medals from the United States and around the world. Of interest to novice and serious collectors alike. Free state quarter to each attendee (while supplies last). 850.936.4892

The 30th Annual Destin Seafood Festival at Destin Harbor
Friday, October 3, 2008 - Sunday, October 5, 2008
Legendary’s HarborWalk Village will play host to the event, as the Seafood Festival returns to the Destin Harbor. The Destin Seafood Festival is Destin's largest family-oriented festival, with something for everyone. Entertainment will include the Atlantic Rhythm Section, Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad, and The Commodores. Enjoy fresh local seafood, live entertainment, arts & crafts booths, children's activities, and more. Festival hours are 4pm-10:30pm Friday, 10am-10:30pm Saturday, and 11am-4pm Sunday. 850.837.6241

Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival & Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Sunday, October 19, 2008 - Tuesday, October 21, 2008
The Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival is a food, music, and arts & crafts festival that pays homage to the mullet, a bottom-dwelling fish that inhabits our local bayous. The Arts & Crafts Show will have as many as 80 booths. Ya'll come! Information: 850.729.4008 or www.cityofniceville.org

Northwest Florida Fair
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - Sunday, November 2, 2008
There is no need to travel out of the area to have fun. This year we have lots of surprises in store for you at the fair. You can’t miss it; the midway action will be out front with lots going on inside and around the back. This year the theme of the fair is "bringing back the good times.” Times to be announced. 850.862.0211