Dec 24: Destiny Worship Center Christmas Eve Services
Join us for a candlelight service on Christmas Eve as we come together to celebrate the hope given to us through Christ’s birth. Services will be held at all campuses on December 24th at 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Mimramar Beach campus is located at 122 Poinciana Blvd. Preschool childcare is available. We can’t wait to worship with you!

Dec 24: Christmas Eve Worship on the Beach
Area residents and guests are invited to join us on the beach this Christmas for a memorable Christmas Eve worship experience at one of our two beach services. All of our worship services are non-judgmental, biblical/practical, casual dress, fun and with good music. Hope on the Beach Church will celebrate Christmas Eve with worship as the sun sets at 3:30 p.m. on the beach at Ed Walline Beach Access in Santa Rosa Beach, and at 3:30 p.m. on Miramar Beach at Seascape near Whale’s Tail. The setting sun and our Christmas decorations create a great photo op for the family and we will have something for kids too. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

There will also be an evening candlelight service with communion at 7 p.m. at the 98 Campus building located at 3834 US Hwy 98 West, Santa Rosa Beach. We continue to be cautious and spacious with your safety in mind.

Dec 31: Baytowne Countdown
You don’t want to miss The Village of Baytowne Wharf’s end-of-the-year celebration! Ring in the New Year with an evening to remember, with two breathtaking fireworks displays at 8 p.m. & midnight. Enjoy our family friendly evening from 5pm-8pm with face painting, kids activities, and LIVE music on the Baytowne LIVE stage with DJ 30A from 5-7 p.m. Finish off the family friendly evening with our first fireworks display at 8pm.
The fun doesn’t stop there! Dance the night away with LIVE music from GROOVY 7 from 7 p.m. until 1 a.m., featured on the Events Plaza Stage! End the night with a spectacular midnight fireworks show. There is no better place to ring in 2021! *21 & over after 10 p.m. 20 & Under must be accompanied by a legal guardian after 10 p.m.

Dec 31: New Years Eve Dinner at Fish Out of Water
The end of 2020 is finally here! Celebrate with FOOW and ring in the New Year with special chef features, champagne and a memorable night of festivities, including live music by Chis Godber Trio from 6 – 10 p.m.

Take the party downstairs to The Gathering Spot for a ball drop, and Nashville artist Oracle Blue Duo from 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

For additional information, email cori.wheaton@stjoe.com. Open to the public; in order to seat guests more efficiently, reservations are not accepted.

Dec 31: New Years Eve at Old Florida Fish House with Forrest Williams Band
Say goodbye to 2020 and welcome 2021 as we celebrate the New Year at Old Florida Fish House! Night will include premier entertainment, incredible food specials, and amazing company. Live Music outside with Forrest Williams Band. Reservations available from 4-8 p.m. Enjoy your choice of a sumptuous, 4 course, prix fixe menu from our main kitchen or sushi kitchen for $99, plus gratuity. Guaranteed seating for up to two hours. Drink Specials.

Dec 31: Sunquest Cruise
Leave 2020 in your wake aboard the 125’ Solaris Yacht this New Year’s Eve! Enjoy a dinner cruise aboard SunQuest Cruises’ Solaris, cruising from the Baytowne Marina in the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Exclusively for guests 21+, your New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise in Destin, FL includes a five-course dinner, live entertainment, party favors, a midnight champagne toast, and of course a spectacular fireworks display. Reservations are available online – https://bit.ly/3hhjvk4.

Jan 8: Sip N Stroll at J.Leon Gallery and Studio
Enjoy an evening of art at J.Leon Gallery and Studio with wine, champagne, and eats. Get the chance to meet local artists and view work from eleven artists from the Okaloosa/Walton area- including painters, mixed media artists, ceramics artists, and illustrators. Tour our gallery and fully functioning ceramics studio and delight in a night of creativity.

Jan 9: Cafe 30A Charity Ball
The Annual Charity Ball is now taking place on Jan 9! From 7- 11 p.m., guests will be greeted upon arrival with a glass of champagne and enjoy passed heavy hors d’oeuvres, a dinner buffet, and a cash bar. There will be music by DJ 30A and a commemorative photo booth provided by Epic Photo Co. Guests are encouraged to dress in evening attire, black tie optional.

The event will boast a large silent auction and raffle with all proceeds benefiting Caring and Sharing of South Walton’s efforts to provide food and financial assistance to local area families and individuals in need. Last year, the annual Charity Ball raised over $22,000 through ticket sales, donations, raffle tickets, and auction sales. For area businesses interested in sponsorship or silent auction donation, please contact Jessica Bracken at jessica@proffittpr.com.

Funds raised from ticket sales will go directly to providing neighbors in need with access to food, financial assistance, mental health counseling, case management, and connection to other community resources. Tickets can be purchased online at www.cafethirtya.com. Direct ticket link: bit.ly/2020CTACharityBall.

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