Emerald Coast Cruzin’
Saturday, March 12,  8:00 am to 6:00 pm                                                                        Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater, Panama CityBeach The bi-annual Emerald Coast Cruzin’ car show at Aaron Bessant Park is back this spring, March 9-12. Car enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to check out the thousands of hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and classics on display. Activities at Emerald Coast Cruizin’ include cruise-ins, concerts, parties, vendors, food, parades, and celebrity appearances. While your family weaves through dozens of rows of iconic vehicles, keep your ears alert for cash and swag giveaways. Collectors and enthusiasts drive home a vintage vehicle if they prevail in the frantic bidding at a live auction. Visitors won’t want to miss out on the numerous live bands, meet and greets, and presentation shows.
Aaron Bessant Park is located in Pier Park, 600 Pier Park, Panama City Beach.

Scratch Biscuit Kitchen Brunch & Live Music
Saturday, March 12, 19 & 26 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen, located in WaterColor Town Center, invites you to enjoy brunch featuring live music every Saturday from 10AM – 1PM. It’s hard to compete with biscuits, brunch and beats near the beach! March Lineup: 3/12 –  Mike Whitty, 3/19 – Joey Shaling, 3/26 – Tanner Gray.Scratch Biscuit Kitchen, 1777 E County Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach.

Rosemary Beach Spring Concert Series
Mondays, March 14th – April 18th | 6:00 PM,
The Spring Concert Series returns on Monday nights beginning at 6PM held on St. Augustine Green in Rosemary Beach! Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the night filled with great music. Each week is a different show so catch as many as you can!

Yoga in the Backyard of Love @ Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse
Tuesday’s, March 15, 22 &29 – 7:30 am
Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse is hosting Yoga in the Backyard of Love every Tuesday starting at 7:30AM. Mollie & Mallory lead this donation-based flow that is open to the public. Enjoy breakfast, tea, coffee, smoothies, and more for purchase from the cafe after class. Hibiscus Cafe, 85 Defuniak StGrayton Beach.

Movie Night at Alys Beach Amphitheater
Wednesdays, March 16 thru April 13 – 7:30 pm
Alys Beach Central Park Movie Night returns to Alys Beach this spring! Bring blankets and low back chairs to enjoy films under the stars at the Alys Beach Amphitheatre on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m.  All outdoor movies are free and open to the public. March 16 | Tom & Jerry, March 23 | The Parent Trap, March 30 | Baby Boss: Family Business, April 6 | Beethoven, April 13 | Beauty and the Beast. Alys Beach Central Park, 100 Penny Lane, Alys Beach.

Boomin’ Tuesday at The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Tuesdays, March 22nd – April 5th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The Village of Baytowne Wharf is hosting a Boomin’ Tuesday extravaganza every week. Enjoy singing and dancing with DJ Mike Whitty in the Events Plaza from 6:30 – 8:30PM. Then watch as they light up the night sky with a breathtaking fireworks show over the Lagoon at 8:30pm! Music: 6:30 – 8:30PM | Fireworks: 8:30PM. The Village of Baytowne Wharf is the heart and soul of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and the gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Learn more at www.baytownewharf.com.

The Adventures of Little Red Riding Hood at Rosemary Beach
Wednesday nights, March 16 thru April 20, 6:00 pm
The cast of the Seaside REP Theatre perform The Adventures of Little Red Riding Hood at North Barrett Square in Rosemary Beach on Wednesday nights at 6PM, March 16 thru April 20. The REP’s outdoor theater brings magic and laughter to the stage. Bring a chair or blanket, snacks and drinks, and enjoy a complimentary event proudly presented by The Merchants of Rosemary Beach. A group of traveling actors creates much onstage merriment by presenting their own version of the classic children’s story, Little Red Riding Hood. Join Little Red as she goes on an epic adventure through the woods to bring her grandmother a basket of goodies. This fast-paced and funny show is sure to delight the entire family with happily ever after laughter.

Westonwood Ranch Pro Rodeo & Charity Fundraiser
Friday, March 25, 6:00 pm
Freeport Regional Sports Complex, Hammock Bay Calling all bulls, broncs, cowboys and cowgirls!!! The Professional Cowboy Association’s biggest superstars will perform feats of athleticism during the 2022 Westonwood Ranch Professional Rodeo on March 25 & 26. Enjoy food vendors, children’s bounce houses and so much more. All proceeds from this event benefit Westonwood Ranch.When: March 25 & 26. Gates open at 6PM with 7:30PM performances nightly. Admission: $20.00 Adults l $10.00 children (18 and younger). Family Pass Available: 2 Adults & 2 Children – $50.00 (Save $10)Nightly featured Cowboy Events: Bareback Riding, Tie Down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Break-away Roping, Ladies Barrel racing, Team Roping, Bull Riding. To purchase tickets and learn more, visit www.westonwood.org.

Seaside Farmers Market
Seaside Farmers Market takes place in the Seaside Amphitheater rain or shine! Market hours are Saturdays from 9AM – 1PM and Tuesdays from 9AM – 1PM (June until Labor Day). Airstream Row is just next to the market as well as many shops, restaurants and places to sit and watch the town go by. The Seaside Farmers Market consists of local growers and crafts people who offer food and other products that are healthy and environmentally conscious at the year-round market located in Seaside. It is a producer’s market focused on food, produce, cooking demonstrations, specialty items, artisan cheeses and breads, novice and professional gardeners, seed exchanges, education related to growing and preparing food and the celebration of eating and sharing great ingredients.

Follow Seaside Farmers Market on Facebook for weekly updates on vendors and foods coming to the market.

Emerald Coast Theatre Company: Old MacDonald
Friday, April 1 & 2, 15 & 16, 9:00 am
Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s Professional Theatre for Young & Very Young Audiences showcases professional actors performing productions on ECTC’s Main Stage especially selected for young audience members.

“Old MacDonald” Theatre for the Very Young: Interactive Theatre (ages 6 months to 5 years-old) An original piece created by our very own P.J. Padgett in collaboration with the ECE Jr. Company players, Old MacDonald brings his farm to life with sheep, dogs, lions, and maybe even a platypus! Come experience the joy and wonder of life on the farm with all of your favorite children’s songs like “B I N G O” and “You are My Sunshine.”  Complete with an animal orchestra, this interactive children’s show combines movement, touchable props, and music that will have you singing “E I E I O” all the way home. For tickets and additional info, visit www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org or follow along on ECTC Facebook.

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