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Tuesday, March 07, 20235th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival Raises $63,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The 5th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival held on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Destin Commons was a huge success. The event raised $63,000 and welcomed roughly 1,600 attendees throughout the day. Proceeds from the event benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, a local non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging, and influence through its programs focused on academic success, good character
Monday, March 06, 2023City Food Hall Destin is Now Open
City Food Hall Destin is now officially open at Destin Commons. Showcasing emerging and established local chefs from more than 10 specialty restaurant concepts, City Food Hall at Destin Commons is a 14,000 square-foot gathering place offering international cuisine, craft beer and cocktails, state-of-the-art entertainment, and more. Located next to Foot Locker near Uncle Buck’s, City Food Hall will become Destin’s top culinary and nightlife destination. Locals and visitors can enjoy an expansive 32 seat
Friday, March 03, 2023City Food Hall Destin Brings Delicious Food & Entertainment to Destin Commons
On Friday, March 3, City Food Hall Destin celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting.Located in Destin Commons, City Food Hall Destin is a culinary and entertainment destination. The 14,000-square-foot space showcases 10 restaurant concepts, indoor/outdoor bar, and 2 Topgolf full swing simulators. Visit the dining and entertainment complex at 4237 Legendary Dr. H104, in Destin. For more information and a list of vendors, please visit cityfoodhall.com.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023The Destin Commons Market adds a second Sunday
Loving the option to shop hyper-local? As the weather warms up, more and more guests are looking for an outdoor shopping experience. One that offers personal interaction with vendors, allowing guests to shop with a purpose. Thanks to its popularity, The Destin Commons Market is adding a second Sunday per month for the months of March - May, and again in the Fall from September - November. Starting Sunday, March 12th, guests can access their favorite vendors and shops twice; once mid-month and a second
Tuesday, December 13, 2022Open for the Perfect Holiday Gifts!
If you're gifting experiences instead of material items this year, we have the perfect holiday gifts for you! Tickets to the 4th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival and the 5th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast are great gifts for everyone on your list. Calling all Shrimp & Grits fanatics… the 4th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival benefiting the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast returns to Destin Harbor on Feb. 25, 2023! Enjoy creative twists of this
Tuesday, November 08, 2022Destin Commons Welcomes Grunt Style to their Lineup of Retailers
Destin Commons is delighted to welcome Grunt Style to their lineup of popular and unique retailers. In 2009, a former Army Drill Sergeant started Grunt Style in Fort Benning, Georgia with just $1,200 in his pocket. Today, this location is Grunt Style’s first location in Florida and 14th in the nation. With the military being such an integral part of this community, Grunt Style is a brand representative of the values that we collectively share. Grunt Style is dedicated to displaying that American pride
Wednesday, October 19, 2022Shop Local at Destin Commons Market
Looking to shop local? The Destin Commons Market takes place on the last Sunday of every month at Center Plaza, located in front of the AMC theatre, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The local community is invited to shop at a variety of vendors selling handmade goods, home decor, tasty treats, original artwork, and much more. Those interested in being a vendor at The Destin Commons Market can apply at destincommons.com.
Friday, October 14, 2022South Oak Title Celebrates New Destin Office
On Oct. 13, South Oak Title celebrated its new Destin office with a ribbon cutting with the Destin Chamber. South Oak Title provides title and real estate closing services in Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee. Its professionals have extensive experience in both commercial and residential transactions, enabling them to serve their clients in all their closing needs. Through the use of technology and tailored services, South Oak Title has created a better title and closing experience. For more information,
Tuesday, July 19, 20222022 Smoke on the Coast Winners
Destin Commons has announced the winners of the 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ competition. 14 local non-profit organizations competed, each partnered with panhandle-based BBQ groups and restaurants. Attendees spent a full evening enjoying BBQ tastings and eventually cast their vote for what team they thought cooked up the “Best BBQ.” Over $80,000 was given to the competing non-profits and winners were chosen for 3 different categories including Judges’ Pick, Spirit Award, and People’s Choice. The
Wednesday, July 06, 2022Summer Has Arrived at Destin Commons
Three sandcastles have been sculpted at Destin Commons as part of a summer-long viewing experience. The outdoor shopping center now has three elaborately sculpted sandcastles on display, each with its own theme and local partner. Playing on the beautiful beaches of Destin and all the area has to offer, Destin Commons hired Rick Mungeam, a sand sculpting professional of 12 years, to design and build sculptures representing Destin Commons, Destin-Fort Walton Beach’s Little Adventures program, and the
Tuesday, June 07, 2022Destin Commons Announces 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast
Smoke on the Coast is back at Destin Commons. The 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ & Fireworks Festival, benefitting Coins for a Cause, is making a return on Sunday, July 3, 2022. This year’s event is magically presented by PRESTO! at The Magic Parlor, a pop-up magic show featuring five internationally-renowned acts that have graced the stages of Broadway, London’s West End, America’s Got Talent and more. The show is taking place in Destin through Aug. 28, 2022. The festive evening kicks off with live
Wednesday, April 27, 2022Party Fowl Offers Nashville Hot Chicken, Craft Cocktails & Local Brews in Destin
On April 26, Party Fowl celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Destin and Greater Fort Walton Beach chambers of commerce.Known for Nashville Hot Chicken, craft cocktails and local brews, Party Fowl's new Destin Commons location features two covered patios, wall-to-wall TVs and a Nashville "Hot Off the Hook" seafood menu. The restaurant also offers its award-winning brunch seven days a week with mimosa and Bloody Mary specials. Visit http://www.partyfowl.com or call (850) 353-2678 for more information.
Wednesday, April 13, 2022Today's Boutique Opens in Destin Commons
Today's Boutique's new storefront at the Destin Commons is now officially open! Located near Belk, Today's will continue its 40-year legacy of providing local women with top-of-the-line fashion in everyday, cocktail, and evening wear. The Dettle family will continue the tradition of hosting monthly events in the new location with the next trunk show planned for April 22-23, 2022, featuring clothing line, PLANET by Lauren G.
Tuesday, March 29, 2022Today's Boutique Opens in New Location
Today's Boutique is now open Monday - Saturday, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., in its new Destin Commons location near Belk and Level 10 Salon, Enjoy its grand reopening and Joseph Ribkoff Trunk Show on April 1 - 2. For event details, click here. Today's Boutique has brought fashion to the Emerald Coast for 40 years and has been voted "Best Boutique" on the Emerald Coast for the last 16 years. "Shop with us & Love your Style!"
Tuesday, March 08, 20224th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival Raises $65,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The 4th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival held on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Destin Commons was a record-breaking success. The event raised $65,000 and welcomed roughly 1,500 attendees throughout the day. Proceeds from the event benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, a local non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging, and influence through its programs focused on academic success, good
Tuesday, March 01, 20224th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival Announces Competition Cook Teams
On Sunday, March 6, 2022, from 12 - 3 p.m, at Destin Commons, the family-friendly event will feature gourmet, chef-inspired twists inspired by the South’s favorite comfort food. Local restaurants far and wide will bring their best macaroni masterpieces to compete for the best mac and cheese in town. There are three categories that each local restaurant can win in total: Judge's Choice Award, People's Choice Award, and Kid's Choice Award. Visitors are invited to taste each delicious vendor and cast their
Friday, August 06, 2021Tickets now on sale for Shelter House’s Purses with a Purpose
Purses with a Purpose, a signature Shelter House event, returns for the 10th-anniversary event to be held at Destin Commons, Sept. 23-25, 2021. Over the past decade, Purses with a Purpose has become a must-attend annual shopping experience for ladies across the Emerald Coast. Shoppers at Purses with a Purpose have the opportunity to select from hundreds of new and gently used purses, wallets, and accessories up for sale or auction. Handbags from designers including Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Kate Spade,
Monday, May 03, 2021Spare Change = Lives Changed
Did you know that you help the members of your local Boys & Girls Clubs just by feeding the meters at Destin Commons? Funds collected help us enable all young people, especially those that need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Next time you head to the Destin Commons, consider contributing to the Center's parking meters. Together, we are changing lives one coin at a time!
Monday, May 03, 2021Southern Athletica Brings Athleisure to Destin Commons
Southern Athletica truly loves everything about fitness, wellness, and activewear. Find a great selection of men's and women’s activewear that is equally stylish, comfortable, and functional. You will find yourself wearing these pieces for more than just heading to the gym! Find Southern Athletica across from Bass Pro Shops. “We are thrilled to announce the opening of Southern Athletica at Destin Commons. This is a welcome addition to our already fantastic lineup of retailers and restaurants. Come in and
Tuesday, April 06, 2021Destin Rotary's Cajun Crawfish Bash Is Back in 2021!
The Rotary Club of Destin is pleased to announce the Annual Cajun Crawfish Bash Charity Fundraiser will return this year to The Towne Centre at Seascape with co-host Mezcal Mexican Grill on Friday, May 7, from 5:30 until 9 p.m. Event proceeds benefit young families in need through Food For Thought, Harvest House, Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast, Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s community outreach initiatives and The Rotary Club of Destin Scholarship Fund. Club President Clayton Hicks stated “This
Monday, April 05, 2021Shoppers Enjoy New Retailers at Destin Commons
Destin Commons announces the grand opening of The Big Sale @destincommons and Nails Labelle Salon. OPENING April 3, 2021: Nails Labelle Salon Nails Labelle Salon is a premier, full-service nail salon with highly trained nail technicians. Receive top-notch service in a relaxing and nurturing atmosphere where safety and sanitation are of top priority. Treat yourself to some self-care time with an unforgettable experience at Nails Labelle. Find Nails Labelle located next to Sunglass World. OPENING April
Monday, March 29, 2021Rev Your Engines for the 10th Annual Burning Up The Beaches
Burning Up The Beaches is a fun-filled weekend with gearheads from all over the United States. Participating attendees will enjoy three days of events and showing off their cars on the sugar-white beaches of Destin and Fort Walton Beach. Burning Up The Beaches kicks off Thursday, May 6, at 3 p.m., at The Island by Hotel RL in Fort Walton Beach. Once checked in, attendees will get the party started across the street with a Happy Hour at Rick’s on the Island. New to Burning Up The Beaches this year, the
Tuesday, March 09, 20213rd Annual Mac & Cheese Festival Raises $45,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The 3rd Annual Mac & Cheese Festival held on Sunday, March 7, 2021, at Destin Commons was a huge success. The event raised $45,000 and welcomed roughly 2,000 attendees throughout the day. Proceeds from the event benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, a local non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging, and influence through its programs focused on academic success, good character
Tuesday, March 02, 20213rd Annual Mac & Cheese Festival Announces Competition Cook Teams
Sunday, March 7, 2021, from 12:30 p.m.- 4 p.m, at the Destin Commons, the family-friendly event will feature gourmet, chef-inspired twists inspired by the South’s favorite comfort food. Local restaurants far and wide will bring their best macaroni masterpieces to compete for the best mac and cheese in town. There are three categories that each local restaurant can win in total: Judge's Choice Award, People's Choice Award, and Kid's Choice Award. Visitors are invited to taste each delicious vendor and cast
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Monday, November 30, 2020Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents 10 'Dramatic' Holiday Gift Ideas
‘Tis the season of giving and Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) has 10 “dramatic” ways to stuff the stockings of everyone on your list. 1.Give the gift of live theater. ECTC presents Charles Dickens’ beloved classic tale, A Christmas Carol Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 20. Performances are Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees Dec. 6, 13 and 20. This production is staged at ECTCs performance space located upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard in Grand Boulevard at
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Monday, November 09, 2020Time to Think About Christmas and Helping Make a Difference for ECCAC Children in Need
It’s time to start planning for this year’s Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) Christmas programs to help cheer up the lives of children in need and their families. There are many families in our area in economic distress, so ECCAC will again be implementing two Holiday initiatives. One is ECCAC’s annual Adopt-a-Family program. The non-profit organization is seeking donors who will purchase gifts for individual families who have been identified by the Center. Simply sign up to Adopt-a-Family
Friday, October 09, 2020A Destin Commons Spooktacular Halloween
Get ready for an eerily exciting Halloween celebration at Destin Commons! On Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., families will enjoy spooky crafts on the Uniquely Clever Art Bus, a photo booth by Epic Photo Co., balloon sculpting with Betty Longlegs, face painting by Arts on the Beach, and a magic and music show by Captain Davy and his Crew. Come dressed in your costume of choice and get ready to have a ghoulish time. Don’t forget to get some great family photos in front of everyone’s favorite fall
Monday, October 05, 2020Green Earth Southeast Claims Top Spot at Destin Chamber’s Golf Tournament
Twenty-seven golf teams teed off in the Destin Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Golf Tournament Sponsored by Renasant Bank on Oct. 1, at Emerald Bay Golf Course. Green Earth Southeast took home top prize, followed by CPC Office Technologies and Warren Averett. Drew Armacost of Affordable Home Insurance and Matthew Howard of 360 Blue won the Longest Drive prizes. Kevin Bowyer of Warren Averett, Jeremy Sprenkle of 360 Blue and Erik Thompson of Five Channels won the Closest to the Pin prizes. The
Friday, September 04, 2020Calling All Youth Musicians - Sinfonia 2020-2021
The Sinfonia Youth Orchestra program is the premier training orchestra in Northwest Florida and consists of more than 50 students who perform throughout the school year in one of two ensembles: The Sinfonietta Strings and the Sinfonia Youth Orchestra. Conductor Aaron King Vaughn has officially announced their call for new youth musicians to join the orchestra for the 2020-2021 year. The Sinfonia Youth Orchestra is a full orchestra of more than 40 talented young musicians ranging in age from 6th to 12th
Wednesday, July 29, 2020Local Boutique Public Relations Agency Welcomes New Team Member
After its launch in 2015, Whitney Lee has built SociaLee PR and Media Co’s client roster into a variety of industries. With a growing list of responsibilities, it was no time until Lee added to her team. Elizabeth Eulberg began with SocialLee in April of 2020, right as COVID 19 struck the nation. Through the transition of businesses adapting to quarantine and social distancing, Eulberg jumped in head first to take on various roles and responsibilities to manage the communications efforts for numerous
Monday, June 15, 2020Shoppers Enjoy New Retailers at Destin Commons
Destin Commons announces the openings of Klara Haloho, Bella Vita Boutique, and Bell Family Dispensary. "We are very excited to add these three locally-owned shops to our award winning lineup of stores and restaurants. They will provide additional one-of-a-kind shopping options for our guests as they enjoy returning to in-person activities." - Heather Ruiz, Senior Director Marketing & Leasing, Destin Commons Klara Haloho offers elegant handcrafted jewelry for everyday wear. Klara proudly crafts all her
Tuesday, May 05, 20208th Annual Destin Rotary Cajun Crawfish Bash Cancelled
The Rotary Club of Destin is sad to announce that, due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the 8th Annual Destin Rotary Cajun Crawfish Bash Charity Fundraiser has been cancelled. “Working with our sponsors, we decided it would be better to cancel the event versus rescheduling it and risking a lackluster turnout and erosion of our net proceeds for our charities,” said Club President, John Toombs. However, the Destin Rotary Club’s Crawfish Bash sponsors have generously agreed to donate their sponsorship fees
Friday, May 01, 2020Frios Relocates to Destin Commons
Thursday, March 12, 2020Destin Commons’ Smoke on the Coast Event Identifies 18 Charities to Benefit in 2020
This July 3 brings the 10th Annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ & Fireworks Festival, and Destin Commons recently announced the 18 area charities chosen to benefit from Coins for a Cause and event proceeds. Participating charities team up with various restaurants and BBQ aficionados to fire up their grills and cook for over $85,000 in prize donations. Join Destin Commons in supporting the local area by plugging the meters at Destin Commons and attend Smoke on the Coast, buy tickets and vote for your favorite
Wednesday, December 18, 2019Destin Chamber Awards Outstanding Members For 2019
On Dec. 17, almost 200 Destin Chamber members gathered for the Holiday & Awards Party presented by Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Twin Cities Hospital to celebrate the successes of 2019 and honor outstanding community members. Surrounded by the festive décor of Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village, 2019 Destin Chamber Chairman Julie Cotton of Northwest Florida State College presented the awards.For going above and beyond in service to the Destin Chamber and the community, Michelle Terry, Dale E.
Wednesday, May 08, 201919 Graduate from Destin Forward Community Education & Leadership Program
Destin, Fla., May 8 – On May 7, the Destin Chamber celebrated the graduation of 19 business professionals from its 11th Destin Forward class. During the event, the prestigious Destin Forward Leadership Award, chosen by class vote, was presented to Brooke Zannis of Destin Commons. She is seen below (center) with Chamber Chairman Julie Cotton of Northwest Florida State College and Chamber President and CEO Shane A. Moody, CCE, FCCP. Destin Forward, a community education and leadership program, was created
Tuesday, April 09, 2019April 2019 Business Briefs / Member News
NWF State College Announces Walton Works Partnership with Walton County Board of County CommissionersNorthwest Florida State College is excited to announce its partnership with the Walton County Board of County Commissioners in support of a Triumph Gulf Coast application for Walton Works. On Feb. 26, 2019, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners committed $1.5 million to the $5.25 million Walton Works project, directing staff to research the ability to use funding from the RESTORE Act Pot 1 funds to
Friday, March 22, 2019March 2019 Business Briefs / Member News
Sponsorship Opportunity: Destin Library Summer Reading Program The Destin Library is currently looking for sponsors for its 2019 Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories. These sponsors would provide support, either monetary or in-kind, to help make the Summer Reading Program a positive and educational experience for Destin’s children. In exchange the sponsors would receive prominent logo placement on the of our Summer Reading Program guides, as well as on any other promotional materials produced in
