Complimentary Tropical Re-Union Wedding Vow Renewals Feb. 14 | 1–3 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic vow renewal at LuLu’s Destin during its annual Tropical Re-Union Wedding Vow Renewal. The complimentary ceremony, officiated by a wedding professional, begins at 2 p.m. on LuLu’s sandy beach overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay.
Couples will enjoy champagne toasts, wedding cake, flowers for the “brides,” reunion certificates, and prize awards for the longest- and shortest-married couples and most festive attire. Pre-registration is encouraged online through Feb. 9, with day-of registration available beginning at 11 a.m.
Info & pre-register: lulusfunfoodmusic.com
Location: Destin, at the foot of the Mid-Bay Bridge, next to Legendary Marina
Phone: (850) 710-5858
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
Feb. 14 | 6 p.m. | First United Methodist Church
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of romance as the Candlelight® concert series brings its signature glow to Fort Walton Beach. Set inside First United Methodist Church, the intimate performance features a string quartet playing timeless love songs and iconic film themes — including “Unchained Melody,” “La Vie En Rose,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and “My Heart Will Go On” — all beautifully reimagined in a breathtaking candlelit setting. A memorable way to share music, atmosphere, and romance with someone special.
Tickets: feverup.com
Toast ’n Jam: Sincerely, Sondheim Feb. 15, 10:30 a.m. | Hotel Effie, Miramar Beach
Sinfonia Gulf Coast welcomes back Broadway favorite Nicholas Rodriguez for a special Valentine’s weekend brunch concert celebrating the life and legacy of legendary composer Stephen Sondheim. Toast ’n Jam: Sincerely, Sondheim blends live music, storytelling and excerpts from Sondheim’s handwritten letters for an intimate, heartfelt experience.
A beloved Sinfonia audience favorite, Rodriguez is joined on piano by Grammy- and Emmy Award–winning music director John McDaniel. Together, they bring to life selections from Company, Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods and other Sondheim classics, while sharing stories of the composer’s friendships with icons such as Oscar Hammerstein II, Jonathan Larson and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Tickets are $125 per person and include brunch, performance and gratuities; limited front-row seating is available for $195. Proceeds benefit Sinfonia Gulf Coast and its music education and community programs. Seating is limited. Tickets and information are available at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or by calling (850) 460-8800.
Baytowne Beads & Bingo Bash Feb. 17, 6–8 p.m. | The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Let the good times roll at the Baytowne Beads & Bingo Bash, a Mardi Gras–inspired Merchant Bingo Crawl at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Pick up a bingo card by the stage, stroll the village to discover bead-worthy merchant specials, then turn in a completed card for a festive prize. The celebration continues with live music by Boukou Groove on the main stage. Beads, bargains, beats — and costumes — are all part of the fun.
Guests can also keep the Mardi Gras spirit going at Fat Tuesday Daiquiri Bar, serving up Bourbon Street–style frozen favorites like the 190 Octane and Hurricane, perfect for sipping while enjoying the Wharf’s lively atmosphere.
Honoring Our Heroes: A Salute to Service
35th Anniversary of Desert Shield/Desert Storm
Feb. 28 | 5–9 p.m. | Destin-Fort Walton Beach Rigdon Center
An evening of remembrance and gratitude honoring the 35th anniversary of Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Guests will enjoy a dinner buffet, complimentary wine and beer, and a moving program recognizing those who served. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the program beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $35 general | $500 reserved table for 10
Walk-ins not accepted.
FPL Northwest Florida Economic Symposium
March 4–5 | Northwest Florida
Registration is now open for the 2026 FPL Northwest Florida Economic Symposium, bringing business and community leaders together from across the Panhandle. This year’s theme, AttrACT, highlights what makes Northwest Florida special — and the actions being taken to attract top businesses and talent to the region. Attendees can expect inspiring speakers, fresh ideas, and meaningful connections designed to spark innovation and regional growth.
Presented with support from leading regional partners including Hancock Whitney, HCA Healthcare, Florida Blue, Bit-Wizards, Navy Federal, and more.
Decade of Difference at CALM March 5
Join Crisis Aid for Littles and Moms (CALM) as the nonprofit celebrates 10 years of serving local littles and moms through vital community support programs. The special evening recognizes a decade of impact while raising funds to continue CALM’s mission of meeting families in crisis with compassion and care.
Guests are invited to attend or sponsor the event, with all proceeds directly benefiting CALM’s ongoing outreach and services.
Info & registration: crisisaidforlittlesandmoms.org
ECCAC Gala & Golf Weekend March 7-8
The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center will host its 28th annual signature Gala & Golf Weekend on March 7–8, bringing the community together to support children in need. The Gala takes place Saturday, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa and includes dinner, music, a wine pull and live auction led by DawnMarie Kotsonis, “The Gavel Girl,” with former ECCAC client Isabella Rose as the featured speaker. The weekend continues Sunday, March 8, with a noon shotgun-start Golf Tournament at Kelly Plantation Golf Club. Proceeds benefit ECCAC’s mission to provide free services to child victims of abuse. Gala and golf reservations are available at eccac.org. For details, contact Kate McDougall at 530-341-0802 or kate@eccac.org.
