The Tribal Charity Paddle Race to benefit ECCAC
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m.
A new paddle board event, The Tribal Charity Paddle Race, will be held on the Choctawhatchee Bay at LuLu’s restaurant at the foot of the Mid Bay Bridge next to Legendary Marina. to benefit the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) on October 19, at 9 a.m. Paddle Tribe Co. is teaming up with LuLu’s and sponsor Century 21, Blue Marlin Pelican. There will be several medal winning races to include a 1-mile; a 3-mile surf style and displacement for under 50 and 50+; a kids 12 and under category; and a big board race team of four, with teams drawn from a hat. Registration is $35 for adults; $25 for kids 12 and under at PaddleTribeCompany.com, or register day of at 8 a.m. For more information, contact Julia at Paddle Tribe Co. at 850-797-2232, or email paddletribe@gmail.com.
Explore the Outdoors Festival
Saturday, Oct. 19
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Walton Outdoors hosts its 10th annual Explore The Outdoors Festival at the beautiful waterfront location of Live Oak Landing Outdoor Destination, 229 Pitts Avenue in Freeport. Sponsored by C.W. Roberts Contracting, FISH FLORIDA, Freeport Town Planters, Copeland’s Gun and Tackle, Bent Rod Fishing Club, and the many volunteers who help make this event a success, the day is geared toward engaging children to the wonders of exploring nature and the outdoor experience. Hands on activities will include fishing, kayaking, wildlife, archery, interactive educational exhibits, giveaways and more and is free for all ages. The water activities are geared for children six-years-old and up. Visit info@waltonoutdoors.com or a call (850) 267-2064 for more information.
Animoré Inaugural Barn Jam
Saturday, Oct. 19, 4 p.m.
Alaqua Animal Refuge presents Animoré on the grounds of its future home off Highway 20 in Freeport. Animoré is the first annual celebration for the love of animals. The Animoré Inaugural Barn Jam features an outdoor music festival with performances by Nashville songwriters Billy Dawson, Aaron Barker, and Jon Nite. Together, these award-winning songwriters and performers have written hits for many country stars. Headlining is roots-rocking, multi-instrumentalist Eric Lindell who has collaborated and shared stages with John Fogarty and Jackson Browne, and is a founding member of Dragon Smoke with Ivan Neville. Food trucks, beverages, a silent auction. $50, General Admission – Adult; $25, General Admission – Child under 12. 5781 SR-20, Freeport.
Savor the Season!
Thursday, Oct. 24th, 9 a.m.
The 10th and final Savor the Season will be held Thurs., Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. Hosted at the Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village, Savor the Season benefits the Taylor Haugen Foundation — providing area scholarship funds and abdominal safety equipment. Since its inception, Savor the Season, has served as a catalyst for safety in youth football. What started 10 years ago to share Taylor’s story and to educate others about abdominal injuries, has turned into one of the area’s premier fundraisers. See the article in Bay Life September issue about the Taylor Haugen Foundation at MyDestinLife.com. Limited $100 Tickets available. Purchase at www.thfsavortheseason.org.
LuLu’s Destin BooLu’s and Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 26
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a day full of Halloween festivities and kid’s costume contest at LuLu’s 5th Annual BooLu’s from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 26. The spooky fun will have pumpkin decorating, kid’s crafts, an inflatable play area, as well as Captain Davy and his crew for balloon animals, magic and music. Trunk or Treat will feature trick-or-treating on the LuLu’s grounds. Register by 2:30 p.m. for the 3 p.m. costume contest, age categories 0 – 3, 4 – 6 and 7+. FREE. For more info, call 850-710-LULU or visit www.lulubuffett.com. LuLu’s is located in Destin at the foot of the Mid-Bay Bridge next to Legendary Marina.
Halloween on the Hill
Thursday, Oct. 31
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Halloween on the Hill, Niceville’s favorite All Hallows Eve event, is set for Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Generations United Church in Niceville—FREE and open to all youngsters. The event will feature trunks for treats, carnival games, inflatables, concessions and more Halloween fun. There is a nominal fee for concessions. Located at 108 State Road 85 North, in Niceville. Call 678-2531 for more information.
Cheer on the Runners at Lulu’s 5K
Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m.
The 5th Annual Lulu’s Marlin Cheer 5K will be held Nov. 2, at 8 a.m. to benefit Ft. Walton Beach and Niceville High School cheer squads. To register prior is $25.00 walk/run adult and $20 for students. On race day, fee is $30 walk/run adults and $25 for students. Please make check payable to NHS Cheer 5K and drop at NHS, DMS or LuLu’s or mail to 714 Vintage Cir., Destin, 32541. For more info: 830-8862 or billielalag@yahoo.com.
Freeport Bayfest
Saturday, Nov. 2
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Have fall fun at this family-oriented festival with live music, kids’ zone, bounce houses, pony rides, food vendors, mullet toss, arts and crafts vendors, photo booth, disk golf tournament and “Taste of the Bay” cooking contest! Live music includes Casey Kearney, Cadillac Willy, Jones & Company and No Surrender. FREE to attend, Bay Fest will be held at Freeport Regional Sports Complex in Hammock Bay. Park rules apply! For more info, visit freeportbayfest.com.
Princesses of Paradise
Saturday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m.
The 4th Annual Princesses of Paradise Pageant for girls and women with special needs will be held on Nov. 16 at Florida State University Panama City at 2 p.m. The event is open to any girl or woman of any age with special needs! There is NO entry fee to participate. Each girl receives a unique crown, sash, flowers and a gift! All are welcome to attend. Applications are due Oct. 26 and can be filled out on the website at www.princessesofparadise.com.
40th Toys 4 Tots Ride
Sunday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.
Emerald Coast Harley Owners Group (HOG) Chapter #3605, sponsored by Emerald Coast Harley Davidson, will be hosting its 40th Annual Toys 4 Tots Ride on the Emerald Coast on Sun., Nov. 17. All proceeds will benefit the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center and Children in Crisis. All types of motorcycles are welcome. Entry fee is $10 per participant, plus a new toy or gift card. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 17 at Sam’s Club parking lot in Ft. Walton Beach, 740 North Beal Parkway. The sheriff-escorted motorcycle parade starts at 11 a.m. from Sam’s Club and ends at the Niceville Mullet Festival site. Both the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center and Children in Crisis will have booths at the Mullet Festival site where people are encouraged to drop off toy donations. Other drop-off locations include We Care Heating & Air in Niceville, FedEx Ground in Crestview, JC Penney salon in Santa Rosa Mall, along with Sam’s Club and Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson in Ft. Walton Beach. Parade and festivities at the Mullet Festival site will begin at 11:30 a.m. and include music, food, chance drawings, bike games, motorcycle contests and more. Contact Adam Babcock at 850-499-8028 or Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson at 850-862-4706 for more info.
