South Walton and Destin New Year’s Eve Celebrations

It is hard to believe we’re already preparing to say good-bye to 2015 and welcome a New Year. The best part of welcoming the New Year (besides the feeling of a fresh start) is the act of celebrating with family and friends. The team at Newman-Dailey has compiled a round-up of South Walton and Destin New Year’s Eve parties and celebrations:

2015 Grand Finale - Support Habitat for Humanity of Okaloosa and enjoy a fun New Year's Eve Party with live performances by Justin Moore. The 2015 Grand Finale New Year’s Eve Party will take place at the Emerald Coast Convention Center on Okaloosa Island. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit 2015grandfinale.com.

10 On the Harbor NYE Celebration - One of the hottest parties in town is held at 10 On the Harbor overlooking the Destin Harbor. Guests enjoy cocktails, chef selected hors d’oeuvres, music by DJ Vladi and dancing all while taking in the stellar view of the ball drop and fireworks at 8 PM and midnight. Limited tickets available, $30 per person plus tax and gratuity.  Please call 850-424-0622 for tickets.
 
Harbor Walk Village Street Party - Live entertainment at HarborWalk Village on the Destin Harbor. Line-up includes:
6 p.m. Flash Flood
8 p.m. Second Ride
10 p.m. Phillip Lee Jr.
Early fireworks at 8 p.m. and Annual Ball Drop & fireworks at midnight.
 
Baytowne Countdown - Live entertainment and dancing at the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Line-up includes:
8:15 p.m. Steve Moakler
10 p.m. Native Run
11:30 p.m. Jersey
Fireworks at 8 p.m. and midnight
 
New Year’s Eve at Tuscany - Live music and dancing along with champagne toast at midnight at Tuscany Italian Bistro. Tuscany is located at 36178 Emerald Coast Parkway.
 
Solaris Cruise into the New Year - This special evening aboard the Solaris, a luxurious yacht, features entertainment with 3 decks of indoor and outdoor fun. Enjoy panoramic views while cruising local waters, enjoying cocktails and a five-course dinner. After dinner, dance to live music then grab party favors and champagne to toast to 2016 with fireworks overhead. Cruise plus five-course dinner and champagne toast for $115/person. Learn more or purchase tickets at sunquestcruises.com.
 
Countdown Seaside! - John & Jacob will take the stage at the Countdown SEASIDE NYE Celebration at 10 p.m. This energetic and talented band will be preceded by the band Great Peacock from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m..  The celebration also includes fun children’s activities and street performers along with a fireworks show at midnight. Learn more at seasidefl.com.

With so many fun New Year's Eve celebrations occurring along the Emerald Coast, the challenge is deciding which one to enjoy. 
 
If you're not celebrating New Year's Eve along the Emerald Coast, consider ringing in 2017 with us. Click here to view our premier Destin vacation rentals near many of the annual New Year's Eve celebrations in Destin and South Walton. 
 
See you @ the beach!
 

Published by Tracy Louthain
Monday, December 28, 2015