Local Happenings

Join at St. Michael’s Brewing Company for a fun afternoon filled with cold brews and adorable adoptable pets from PAWS (Panhandle Animal Welfare Society). Every adoption helps save a life.

The open house will feature cookies and hot chocolate, Santa. crafts workshops for children and adults, a bake sale, plant sale, gifts and a crafts sale.

NGC.   Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop.
Create and take home your own beautiful centerpiece.  All supplies provided.  Also refreshments
$20. ($18 Garden Club Members). Advanced sales only,   Tickets are on sale now.
for information or to purchase tickets call Ary. 850-910-1356

This free, family-friendly event is open to everyone.

Skip the long lines and start a feel-good Black Friday tradition. Bring a toy, get 50% off admission and turn the day into a family adventure at the Gulf Breeze Zoo. Meet more than 800 animals, ride the train, and swap gift ideas. Bring one new, unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more for each discounted admission. The offer is valid on single-ticket admission only. New annual memberships are not eligible. Acceptable toys will be available for purchase in Admissions.

At this exclusive holiday open house, guests will enjoy: One FREE Emface facial – a needle-free treatment to lift, tighten, and reduce fine lines. A complimentary take-home skincare kit with illuminating under-eye patches with every facial. Private access to event-only treatment specials and package pricing and entry into exclusive giveaways. The chance to book a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Curtsinger to develop a personalized wellness plan for entering 2026 with confidence Spots are limited reserve yours today!

Join for a free pancake breakfast and free photos with Santa, no tickets or sign-ups required. Those interested are encouraged to invite neighbors and friends and wear their favorite Christmas sweater.

Join for a day full of cheer, great food, seasonal sips, shopping, and live music. Food and drink will be available from noon to 6 p.m., featuring food trucks and a seasonal beer release. St. Michael’s Food Tent house chili, loaded baked potatoes, hot chocolate, and Glühwein (warm spiced wine) will be offered from noon to 6 p.m. Activities will include Christmas Village Booths for last-minute gift shopping with local vendors from noon to 5 p.m.; Santa Claus is stopping by from 2-4 p.m.; a photo booth available 2-4 p.m.; live music from Nick Andrews in the Beer Garden from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Welcome to the Sushi & Santa Market! Join us for a festive day filled with delicious flavors, unique gifts, and fun for the whole family. Satisfy your cravings with a free sushi roll and explore a variety of Thai cuisine and Japanese sweets, all while shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade crafts. With a free Japanese lesson (with RSVP) and games for all ages and great food at every corner, this market is the perfect spot to pick up holiday presents and enjoy seasonal treats. Don’t miss out on the chance to make holiday memories with friends and family!

Bring a new and unwrapped toy and enjoy a craft hot dog bar, listen to some Christmas jams, check out the big pirate ship, hang out with some pirates, and help our local community.

Bring blankets or lawn chairs for a fun-filled evening of entertainment. Local food truck vendors will be on-site, and movies will be shown on a large outdoor screen, creating a theater-like experience in the heart of Santa Rosa County’s beloved parks. This is a free event, visitors are responsible for purchases from food trucks.

The meeting’s topic is floral design for Christmas.

La Sala Event Center presents a New Years Eve bash: music, dinner, & comedy. Music & buffet dinner 7-9 p.m. Comedy show 9-10 p.m. Music, dancing & late-night snacks 10-12:30 a.m. Tickets from $64.66.

The Pink Pirates of Navarre presents a New Years Eve Gala! Celebrate the New Year in “The Roaring 20s” fashion with the Pink Pirates of Navarre, a local non-profit with a mission to raise awareness of breast cancer and raise money to fund mammograms for those who do not have insurance. The New Year’s Eve Gala includes a prime rib dinner, live music, dancing, raffles and a midnight champagne toast.

Join us for our 2^nd annual Cocoa & Critters at the Emeral Coast Wildlife Refuge! Enjoy an evening with our animal ambassadors along with hot cocoa, popcorn, letters to Santa and more. Entry is $5 or bring a gift from our Christmas list.

This beloved tradition is 31 years strong, hosted by the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. It will be at Navarre Park and features a full day of festive fun, local shopping and community cheer.

Bring the whole family for a joyful afternoon as children present “Dr. Newheart’s Christmas Cure,” featuring upbeat songs, fun characters and a heartwarming message pointing to Christ. After the performance, join for a cookie reception and stop by the prayer room, where volunteers will be available to pray with attendees and their families. Doors open 2:30 p.m.

featuring Estuaries and our Drinking Water: Josh Criss.

All supplies will be provided, and costs $40 per ticket.