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What’s happening in Northwest Florida In October, the month-long Destin Fishing Rodeo attracts anglers, (800) 322-3319…The Mexico Beach Arts & Wine Festival gathers artists from throughout the Southeast United States for an outdoor showing on October 21, 2000, (888) 723-2546… The Florida Seafood Festival is held each November in Apalachicola, (850) 653-9319… January 1, 2001 marks the Audubon Society’s annual Winter Migration Bird Count at the Perdido Key State Recreation Area and Big Lagoon State Recreation Area. Brown pelicans, great blue herons, and sand darters are among the special guests, (850) 492-1595… A celebration of art, education and entertainment is the focus of the annual Chautauqua Assembly, held in DeFuniak Springs every February. Architectural walking tours, Victorian High Tea, and theatrical performances are among the special events, (850) 892-4300… In May, celebrate music at the Florida SpringFest in Pensacola, (800) 874-1234… Don’t miss the annual Fort Walton Beach Art and Seafood Festival, held each April, (850) 244-1893… A celebration of Pensacola’s 300 years of history, the Fiesta of Five Flags is the oldest and largest of its kind. A sand sculpture contest, historical re-enactments and a parade top the bill each June. (850) 433-6512. |
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