Whether you’re looking for Easter celebrations, wine festivals or outdoor concerts, there are a lot of fun events in Destin, Florida this month!
April 5: Easter Bunny Portraits at Happy Bunny Studio in Destin Commons
Bring your little ones for an adorable Easter Bunny Mini Session with Alice Barbour Photography. The portrait experience includes a beautiful spring backdrop, cute Easter bunny, professionally edited images and 10 minutes of studio time. Packages start at $55, click here to reserve your spot! Check out Happy Bunny Studio for modern, neutral attire for children and moms. It’s also the perfect spot to find some Easter basket items!
April 5: Destin Pooch Palooza
Benefitting the Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park, this event features vendors, contests, raffles, pet photography, food trucks and more. Stop by the Destin Dog Park with your pup from 10am – 3pm. There is no entry fee but donations are appreciated and will go towards dog park improvements.
April 6: Spring Reset at The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
Hosted by Wild and Livin’ Local Concierge, this event features an outdoor yoga class, cold plunge, pop-up shops, The Coconut Girls serving up fresh fruit, live DJ and more! Yoga starts at 11am and the event will continue until 4pm.
April 10: Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Concerts in the Village
The 2025 Concerts in the Village series kicks off with The Fabulous Thunderbirds at 7pm. Other April concerts include Journeyman: An Eric Clapton Tribute on April 17 and Yacht Rock Revue on April 24. Click here for more info!
April 10 – 13: Sandestin Wine Festival
The 38th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival will take place at the Village of Baytowne Wharf and feature several events, including the popular Grand Wine Tasting. This main event spans two days and showcases more than 500+ domestic and international wines. Guests are also treated to a gourmet experience courtesy of some of the best chefs on the Emerald Coast. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets.
- Thursday, April 10 – Winemaker Dinners
- Friday, April 11 – Grand Wine Tasting
- Saturday, April 12 – Grand Wine Tasting
- Sunday, April 13 – Brunch Events
April 12: La Luna Fashion Show and Easter Bunny at Grand Boulevard
La Luna Children’s Boutique will be hosting their annual Spring Children’s Fashion Show on the North Lawn at Grand Boulevard from 2pm – 4pm. Benefitting Caring & Sharing of South Walton, this event also features photo-ops with the Easter Bunny, egg hunt, music, local vendors, refreshments and more. Click here for details and updates.
April 17: Easter Egg Hunt at Happy Bunny Studio
Located in Destin Commons, Happy Bunny Studio will be hosting a free fun-filled Easter celebration from 3pm to 6pm. Enjoy festive activities like an Easter egg hunt, special gifts, and exclusive offers for all attendees. The Easter bunny will be there too!
April 18: Doggie EGGstravaganza at Grand Boulevard
Presented by Dog-Harmony, this canine egg hunt and social will take place from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. With a $20 donation (or $25 the day of), leashed canines and their human companions will receive a souvenir bag to collect colorful eggs filled with delicious puppy treats. The event also features light bites and libations, doggie photos, and prizes.
April 20: Easter Celebration at HarborWalk Village
Bring the whole family for an Easter extravaganza from 1pm to 4pm! This event features free photos with the Easter bunny, Easter scavenger hunt throughout the village, crafts, and more.
April 20: Grand Easter Brunch at Henderson Beach Resort
Enjoy a delicious feast featuring bottomless mimosas, cheese & charcuterie, and all your breakfast favorites for $119 per adult and $49 per child. There will also be an egg hunt at 9am and visits with the Easter bunny. Make a reservation here.
April 24 – 27: South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival
Come be a part of the Southeast’s stand out wine and food festival, where you’ll find the perfect pairing of sunshine, wine, culinary delights, and industry celebs. The Grand Tasting will take place on Saturday and Sunday. It features over 600 wines, small bites from local chefs, live music, beautiful scenery, and more. Purchase tickets here.
April 26: C.A.R.E. on the Coast
All proceeds from this family-friendly event will directly benefit the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center and their sea turtle conservation efforts. It includes after-hours access to the Gulfarium, food and beverage vendors, a dolphin presentation, live music, a silent auction, raffles, and more! There will also be a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing a stranded or injured sea turtle, with tours of the C.A.R.E. Center and hands-on activities with the C.A.R.E. Center team. Purchase tickets here.
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