Easter 2018
Easter Bunny Destin
For our guests staying at Crystal View, Maravilla, Beach Retreat, and Beach Resort, there will be an Easter Morning Beach Egg Hunt at 9 am.
For our Guest staying at other complexes, consider checking out
The Henderson Beach Helicopter Easter Egg drop at 12:30 The Henderson.
Lulus Restaurant, just on the left of Midday Bridge, is having an easter Egg hunt starting at 2:30
I think it is totally possible to hit all 3 venues for a truly memorable easter egg haul
Easter Church Services in Destin
- Destin United Methodist Church will hold an Easter Sunday Sunrise Service at 6 a.m. at Henderson Beach State Park. Additional services at the church include XAlt services at 9 a.m. in the Destin Life Center and traditional services at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. The church is located at 200 Beach Drive.
- Grace Destin Lutheran Church will celebrate with a Sunrise Service at 6 a.m. on the beach at Beasley Park on Okaloosa Island. A regular service at the church will follow at 9:30 a.m. Grace Destin is located at 4325 Commons Drive West in Destin.
- Immanuel Anglican Church will hold an Easter Vigil and Sunrise Service with Holy Communion at 5 a.m. in the Sanctuary. The 9 a.m. service will be traditional worship with Holy Communion, and the 11:01 a.m. service will be contemporary worship with Holy Communion. Immanuel is located at 250 Indian Bayou Trail in Destin.
- Destiny Worship Center in Miramar Beach will hold Easter services at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. The Destin campus is located at 122 Poinciana Blvd
Brunches
EGGSTRAVAGANZA at the Hilton Sandestin Beach
Enjoy a holiday weekend full of bunny-related events ending with a sumptuous Easter brunch buffet
Adults are $36.95, Children 6-12 $13.95, and children 5 and under are complimentary with an adult buffet. Reservations are highly recommended. Please call 850-267-9500 ext. 44.
Vue on 30a specializing in meals with a free ocean view.
Easter Brunch has four seatings: 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Call 850.267.2305 for reservations.
Emerald Grande at Harborwalk Village, in the Harbor View Room
Easter Brunch from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Sunday, April 20.
Call 850-424-0622 for Reservations. After breakfast, walk off your meal at the ArtWalk on the Harbor, featuring over 40 artists and artisans.
Destin Easter Lunch Cruise on SOLARIS – Sunday, Apr. 20, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
SunQuest Cruises – Cruise Ship Solaris’ Miramar Beach, FL
Skip the crowded Destin restaurants & cruise through a relaxing Easter Lunch buffet. A special children’s menu is also available. Reservations are required at www.SunQuestCruises.com or call 850.650.2519. Docked at Sandestin’s Baytowne Marina.
790 on the Gulf– Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Inn at Crystal Beach restaurant on Old Scenic 98. Louisiana-style omelets, benedicts, and French Quarter beignets are classic dishes you might try … plus bottomless champagne, mimosas, and bellinis. Call 850-650-4853.
Callahan’s Restaurant and Deli– A Local favorite for all meals, Callahan’s is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays for brunch at 791 Harbor Boulevard. This down-home, warm restaurant is kid-friendly and loves families. Callahan’s offers all the traditional breakfast favorites, including omelets, pancakes, country eggs Benedict … and several varieties of croissant sandwiches. Call 850-837-7171.
Harry T’s Lighthouse –Located on the Destin harbor, 46 Harbor Blvd., Harry T’s Lighthouse is open for brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Items include omelets, Huevos Rancheros, Breakfast Tacos, and a Kid’s Menu with Smilie Pancakes. The circus decor is a tribute to the original Harry T., a trapeze artist in the 1900s. Call 654-4800.
Mcguire’s Irish Pub –The popular Irish bar at 33 E. Hwy. 98 offers a limited specialty Irish Coffee Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays. Favorites include a Mexican Hangover Omelet, Eggs Killarney, Shrimp & Grits … and even a steak. Bottomless champagne and mimosas are $5.99. Call 850-650-0000.
The Breakfast Table Café — One of the newest restaurants in Destin, The Breakfast Table at 385 Harbor Blvd. (U.S. 98) is open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. six days a week (closed Wednesday.) A favorite, “Granna B’s Bulls Eye,” begins with an extra-large egg dropped into a cutout circle of Texas Toast. Several varieties of quiche will be on the menu, a Breakfast Sundae and waffles. Call 850-460-7322.
– Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the restaurant in the Inn at Crystal Beach on Old Scenic 98. Louisiana-style omelets and benedicts and French Quarter beignets are classic dishes you might try … plus bottomless champagne, mimosas, and bellinis. Call 850-650-4853.
Kite Competition
Who likes to fly kites? Really BIG kites? Then go check out Kitty Hawk Kites Spring’ Kite Festival.
This FREE two-day, high-flying event features professional stunt kite flying, demonstrations and lessons, and a family-friendly flight perfect for kite enthusiasts of all ages.
Consider stopping by if you arrive early to Destin Before Check in.
March 31 – April 1
Mar 31 at 10 AM to Apr 1 at 4 PM
The Boardwalk
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548
Full details can be found here: http://www.kittyhawk.com/event/fly-spring-fort-walton-beach-fl/
Or if you prefer, the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1180995975370243/
Other events for the week
MAR 31
Saturday Cinema on the Beach
Public · Hosted by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Saturday Cinema on the Beach
Public · Hosted by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Toes in the sand and a block buster on the big screen! Enjoy a FREE Movie after a long day under the sun with refreshments and concessions available for purchase. This week we will be showing Ferdinand.
Tuesday APR 3
Sandestin Luau
Public Event Hosted by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Baytowne Marina from 6:00 to 8:30 pm for an evening of fun for the whole family at Sandestin Luau! Enjoy delicious Hawaiian cuisine, live music, bonfires, limbo, a magic show, face painting, a bounce house, a parrot meet and greet, and much more! After enjoying the music, food, and fun, cap off the evening with an amazing fireworks display over Choctawhatchee Bay.
*Must purchase tickets ahead of time.
APR 3
Cooking with the Chef
Public · Hosted by Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village
Enjoy an intimate dining room setting for a detailed and entertaining afternoon with Chef Jimmy McManus. This chef inspired interactive cooking class & lunch with a complimentary glass of wine and held in the HarborView Room.
Recipe | Cobia with Red Eye Gravy
Limited seating is available.
Location: HarborView room in Emerald Grande
Pricing: $32 all-inclusive (includes taxes, gratuity and one complimentary glass of wine)
For reservations and more information call (850) 424-0622.
APR 3
Blue Angels Practice Shows (Pensacola)
Public · Hosted by The OBA Community Website
Wednesdays April 4, 12-2pm
Family Fishing Tournament
Baytowne Marina Bait Shop
Every Wednesday this summer stop by the Baytowne Marina Bait Shop to receive your fishing rod. The family to catch the biggest fish, and provide a picture to the bait shop when they are done, will receive a PRIZE!
*Only 1 rod per family. Additional bait can be purchased at bait shop. Must bring your photo back by 1:30pm. Fish are catch and release. Maps will be provided for available fishing ponds.
APR 5
Magical Thursday
Public · Hosted by The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Watch as featured pirate Captain Davy takes you on an adventure with two magic shows on stage!
