January 30, 2025

Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience. It’s the new home of the Emerald Coast Science Center’s planetarium, the Galaxy Gateway, will be opening soon! Please join us at this free ribbon cutting event. Grab a slice of cake and take a quick tour of the solar system to celebrate on January 30th from 3:30 to 5pm.

Our biggest thanks to Impact100 of Northwest Florida and the NDIA Gulf Coast Chapter for making this possible, and to FPL for their continued support of our planetarium. Get more information here: https://www.ecscience.org/events-1/galaxy-gateway-ribbon-cutting

February 8, 2025

Fore Her is excited to announce the 2025 Pink Run on Saturday, February 8th, 2025 at 8am.
The event returns to The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Miramar Beach, and will bring back the timed 5k race in addition to the Survivor Stroll. The community is invited to walk or run with friends and family, wear pink, and have fun while raising funds for breast cancer patients on the Emerald coast who are in financial need. Attendees will enjoy an after-party with a DJ, a photo booth, prizes, and food samples. All registered breast cancer survivors can enjoy the VIP Survivors’ Lounge.
Registration is now open! You can register and find out more information on the Fore Her website or by visiting this link: https://PinkRunBenefitingForeHer.itsyourrace.com/

February 9, 2025

Celebrate Science / Celebrando la Ciencia on February 9th from 1pm to 4pm at the Emerald Coast Science Center. This is designed for ELL families that do no speak English as a first language; activities will primarily be in Spanish or Arabic.

Visite el museo durante este evento gratuito para estudiantes de inglés como segunda lengua (ELL) y sus familias. Dispondremos de varios traductores para traducir a los visitantes y que todos puedan disfrutar juntos de las maravillas de la ciencia. Este acto está destinado a las familias EL que no hablan inglés como lengua materna; las actividades se desarrollarán principalmente en español o árabe.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE LIST OF LANGUAGE TRANSLATORS. Get more details here.

February 17, 2025

Check out the 20th Space Surveillance Squadron in action at the Emerald Coast Science Center. This event open to the public on February 17th from 10am to 3pm. Celebrate President’s Day with a special meet and greet with 20th Space Surveillance Squadron from Eglin Air Force Base. Enjoy special activities with presentations every hour or every other hour.

The mission of the 20th Space Surveillance Squadron is to execute multiplatform, tactical space warfighting domain characterization, recognition, and responsiveness to achieve Space Force’s Delta 2 and United States Strategic Command’s intents.

General admission pricing applies//active Science Center members get in free! Military and first responder discounts available. Space at this event is available on a first come, first served basis. Your RSVP helps us determine the number of guests to expect so we have ample materials. Thank you! Get more details here.

March 1, 2025

My Chemical Cocktail returns to the Emerald Coast Science Center on March 1st from 6pm to 9pm. Take part in this cocktail mix off as you sample and vote for the most scientific cocktails in the area. Local bartenders and mixologists will be showcasing the chemistry, biology, and physics behind preparing these exciting cocktails…expand your vodka-bulary by sampling these scientific creations. The evening will also include light refreshments, live music, and chances to win prizes. All proceeds benefit the Emerald Coast Science Center, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Get into the spirit at this amazing event for guests ages 21 and up.

Pricing:  $50 per guest early bird pricing, $60 per guest week of. Ticket price includes admission, light refreshments, and access to cocktail stations Guests age 21+ (IDs will be checked at the door). Get more details here.

March 17-21, 2025

Spring Break Workshops are March 17th through the 21st from 10am to 3pm at the Emerald Coast Science Center.

Spring Break fun for the whole family! Check out hands-on activities, Creature Features, sciPad, and more March 17-21. Join us for a planetarium show, Creature Features, and fun on the sciPad March 17 and 18. We’ll have different hands-on workshops on March 19, 20, and 21 as well as Animal Tales shows March 20, time on sciPad, and additional planetarium events. We’re open from 10 am. to 3 p.m. each day. For a full schedule of events, please visit ecscience.org/events, or head to our blog to read a description of the activities and offerings available each day at ecscience.org/blog.

All activities listed are included with general admission ($12) pricing except for planetarium and Animal Tales show tickets. Military discounts available. More information available here.

March 20, 2025

Be prepared to get up close and personal with unique animals like you’ve never seen at the Emerald Coast Science Center’s Animal Tales Show! It’s March 20th with shows at 10:30 and 11:45am. We’ll have a Flemish Giant rabbit, giant African bullfrog, Kinkajou, prairie dog, and boa constrictor, and wallaby in attendance at interactive shows with Animal Tales. You’ll even get to touch some of the animals after each show. Talk about a Spring Break photo op to remember for years to come! Registration is required. Visit ECSS’s events page here.

April – June 2025

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation 2025 Concerts in the Village lineup has been announced. The area’s longest-running live concert series is held each spring on Thursday evenings at the MKAF Dugas Pavilion in Destin. This year’s family-friendly series will run from April 10 to June 12, featuring premier regional and national musicians and bands performing everything from classic rock and rhythm & blues to modern pop and nostalgic tributes. Gates open at 6 p.m., and concerts begin at 7 p.m. This come-as-you-are outdoor concert series encourages attendees to bring a lawn chair, picnic, or wine. Food and beverages also will be available for purchase from local food trucks on-site.

General admission tickets are $35 per person, plus a ticketing fee. Save $5 by purchasing tickets in advance online at MKAF.org. Children under 12 attend for free. MKAF members enjoy early entry and free admission to every concert as well as discounted pricing for other MKAF events. Visit MKAF.org or call 850-650-2226

• April 10 – The Fabulous Thunderbirds Kick off the season with blues rock legends known for hits like Tuff Enuff and Wrap It Up.

• April 17 – Journeyman: An Eric Clapton Tribute Celebrate Clapton’s timeless hits like Layla and Wonderful Tonight with stunning authenticity.

• April 24 – Yacht Rock Revue Dance to soft rock classics from the ‘70s and ‘80s by artists like Christopher Cross and Hall & Oates.

• May 1 – Black Jacket Symphony: Journey’s Escape Relive Journey’s iconic album Escape, featuring Don’t Stop Believin’ and Open Arms.

• May 8 – Dear Amy: Amy Winehouse Tribute The official estate-approved band, pays tribute to Winehouse’s soulful legacy with hits like Rehab and Back to Black.

• May 15 – Kickstand Jenny Experience a high-energy night with this dynamic rock ‘n’ roll band.

• May 22 – The Molly Ringwalds Journey through the ‘80s with this ultimate tribute to the decade’s greatest hits.

• May 29 – Petty Hearts Celebrate Tom Petty classics like Free Fallin’ and American Girl.

• June 5 – A1A: Jimmy Buffett Tribute Escape to Margaritaville with the original, Jimmy Buffett estate-approved tribute band.

• June 12 – Adrenalize: Music of Def Leppard Rock out to Def Leppard’s biggest hits like Pour Some Sugar on Me and Love Bites.

May 3rd, 2025

The 3rd Annual Bay Area Health & Wellness Expo is Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Props Hammock Bay at 1799 Great Hammock Bend in Freeport. Don’t miss the chance to support your local community. Connect with important resources available to our community from local businesses, non-profit organizations, healthcare facilities and so much more. The expo will feature nutrition and exercise education, free screenings, alternative health and wellness professionals, interactive promoting fitness and health, family services, senior services, and guest speakers. Proceeds benefit Make Your Mark for the Lupus Foundation of America. For more info, email [email protected]