Pet-Friendly Events in Destin, Florida (2025)

If you’re looking for a tail-wagging good time, Destin has plenty of pet-friendly events happening throughout 2025! Whether you and your furry friend enjoy a scenic pack walk, a bubbly shopping experience, or even an Easter keg hunt, there’s something for everyone. Mark your calendars and check out these pawsome events!

Pack Walk with The Dog Kula

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, March 15 · 9 AM – 10:30 AM CDT
📍 Location: The Dog Kula, 4935 East County Highway 30A #3, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Grab your leash and join fellow dog lovers for a Pack Walk with The Dog Kula! This relaxed group walk is perfect for socializing your pup while enjoying the scenic beauty of Santa Rosa Beach. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends (human or canine), get some fresh air, or just bond with your pup, this event is for you!

Paint with Your Pup

📅 Date & Time: Friday, March 7 · 2 PM – 5 PM
📍 Location: Hurlburt Community Center, 443 Cody Ave, Hurlburt Field, FL 32547
💰 Admission: $5 per person

Get creative with your canine at Paint with Your Pup! Your furry friend can put their paws to work creating a masterpiece while you enjoy a fun, artistic atmosphere. If the weather is nice, the event will be held on the patio—otherwise, it’ll move indoors. Don’t forget to bring a leash, a water bowl, and waste bags!

Bubbly Baytowne

📅 Date & Time: Third Thursday of each month (except March 13) · 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf, 9100 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Sip, shop, and stroll with your pup at Bubbly Baytowne! Adults 21+ can enjoy complimentary champagne while exploring Baytowne Wharf’s retail shops. Pups are welcome, but some stores may have restrictions—just ask before entering. Stop by the fountain to grab your free Baytowne Wharf glass and enjoy an evening of bubbles and browsing!

Easter Keg Hunt

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, April 12 · 10 AM – 12 PM CDT
📍 Location: Boathouse Oyster Bar, 288 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541

We hide kegs. You find them. Sounds easy? Think again! This fun-filled event is an adoption and fundraiser for Road Dogg Rescue. There are two ways to win: be the first to locate and drink from all the kegs or dress to impress in the Some Bunny Dressed the Best contest! Registration includes access to the keg hunt, an event shirt, koozie, and sticker. Bring a 20 lb bag of dog food and get an extra drink ticket. Plus, keep an eye out for hidden eggs filled with goodies like drink tickets, jello shots, food coupons, and more!

Doggie EGGstravaganza

📅 Date & Time: Friday, April 18 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Grand Park at Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL
💰 Admission: $20 in advance, $25 at the door

An Easter egg hunt just for dogs? Yes, please! Dog-Harmony’s Doggie EGGstravaganza features over 800 eggs filled with tasty treats for your pup to sniff out. There will be separate areas for big and small dogs, delicious human-friendly appetizers, beer, wine, live music, and even professional pet photos! No prong, choke, or shock collars are permitted at this event.

Easter on the Harbor

📅 Date & Time: Sunday, April 20 · 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 Location: HarborWalk Village, 34 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32548

Celebrate Easter in Destin with a harborfront brunch at a pet-friendly restaurant, a special scavenger hunt for golden eggs, and a free digital photo with the Easter Bunny. This event is family-friendly and perfect for a leisurely spring afternoon with your pup by your side!

Mother’s Day Sip & Shop

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, May 10 · 4 PM – 6 PM
📍 Location: HarborWalk Village, 34 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541

Celebrate Mother’s Day in style! Stroll through HarborWalk Village while sipping on fine wines and shopping at participating stores, many of which welcome four-legged shoppers. Enjoy live music and take in the scenic harbor views as you toast to all the dog moms out there!

Destin Seafood Festival

📅 Date & Time: Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28
📍 Location: HarborWalk Village, Destin, FL

Calling all seafood lovers (and their pups)! The Destin Seafood Festival is back for another year of fresh seafood, live music, arts, crafts, and local vendors. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun as you explore everything this delicious festival has to offer!

No matter the season, Destin is the paw-fect place for pet-friendly fun! Whether you and your furry friend prefer a relaxing stroll, an exciting egg hunt, or a day of sipping and shopping, there’s something for everyone. Grab your pup, leash up, and make some unforgettable memories in 2025!

Laura Co-Owner

Hi, I’m Laura Clayton — co-owner of Beach Condos in Destin, Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, full-time vacation rental nerd, and full-time mom-on-the-go. When I’m not helping guests find the perfect beachfront condo in Destin or Miramar Beach, I’m usually taking care of my two dogs, Lily (my terrier mix) and Ziggy (my standard Goldendoodle), or sitting at what feels like my 1,000th sporting event cheering on my kids, Reece and Liam. If you’ve ever tried answering emails from the bleachers, you’ll understand my life perfectly. I’ve spent nearly two decades in the vacation rental world, helping thousands of families make memories along the Emerald Coast — from first-time beach trips to traditions that bring guests back year after year. I love creating welcoming, pet-friendly spaces, coming up with slightly ridiculous beachy condo names, and making sure our homes feel comfortable, clean, and genuinely cared for. As a Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, I also help buyers and owners navigate the real estate side of beach living — whether that means purchasing an investment property, selling a condo, or maximizing rental potential while still keeping a place that feels like home. At the end of the day, I’m just someone who loves the beach, loves people, and believes vacations should feel easy, personal, and a little bit special. If you’re planning a stay — or thinking about owning a piece of the beach yourself — I’d love to help. Let’s get your flip-flops in the sand and make it a great one 🌊👣

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