Glenn Miller Orchestra Reignites the Golden Age of Swing in Pensacola
The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Pensacola Feb. 5, bringing iconic swing music to the National Naval Aviation Museum.
Emerald Coast Rings in the New Year with Fireworks and Festivities
Fireworks and festivities will ring in the New Year across Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Walton County, and Crestview.
Red Shoe Party Returns to Support Foster Children in Okaloosa and Walton Counties
The Red Shoe Party returns Jan. 24 in Seagrove Beach, raising funds to support foster children in Okaloosa and Walton counties.
Rain Pushes Christmas Parade to December 2
Rainy weather has pushed the community’s Christmas Parade to Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The parade will follow its familiar route along Eglin Parkway with a festive “Zoo Animals” theme, inviting families to line the roadway for a lively, colorful celebration once conditions clear.
Northwest Florida Guardian ad Litem and the Community Unite for a Record-Breaking Fall Fundraiser
The Northwest Florida Guardian ad Litem Foundation raised over $119,000 this fall through two major fundraising events in Niceville and Pensacola. The money will provide vital support—from clothing to therapy to educational needs—for more than 1,500 foster children across the region.
Tom Glavine Golf Outing Raises $200,000 to Support Walton County Education and Workforce Programs
The 5th Annual Tom Glavine Field of Dreams Golf Outing raised $200,000 to support Seacoast Collegiate High School and Northwest Florida State College South Walton Center, funding dual enrollment, college programs, and workforce development opportunities in Walton County.
Eglin Federal Credit Union Rows for Hope: $50K Raised to Fight Suicide
Eglin Federal Credit Union has donated more than $50,000 over three years to support Bring Hope Now’s suicide prevention programs, raising funds through employee-led initiatives and sponsorship of the annual Dragon Boat Race and Festival in Fort Walton Beach.
Stagecrafters to Perform Musical Comedy “Sister Act” in Fort Walton Beach
Stagecrafters Community Theatre will stage the musical comedy Sister Act at the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium on November 7–9 and 14–16. The production, based on the 1992 film, features music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater. Tickets are $30 and available online or at the door.
Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70?
Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70? Staff Reports June 3, 2025 3:18 pm Events, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville In Brief: The mysterious new Captain Billy 70 will be revealed when the 70th Annual Billy Bowlegs Coronation Pageant sails into Niceville on June 14 at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center. […]
Emerald Coast Pride Debuts in Crestview
Emerald Coast Pride Debuts in Crestview Staff Reports May 29, 2025 2:57 pm Crestview, Events, LGBTQ+, News In Brief: 🌈 Emerald Coast Pride comes to Crestview for the first time, hosted by PFLAG Niceville. 🎉 The all-day event features a vendor fair, Pride Walk, open mic, and all-ages Pride Prom. ❤️ A safe, affirming space […]
