The Northeast Florida Fair is comming to Callahan this week! From October 12-22, visit to enjoy Nassau County’s annual fair. The home site is in a largely rural area which means the fair has a full livestock show event calendar. Check out the Rabbit Showmanship, a Dairy Goat Show, Barnyard Olympics, Cattle Showmanship, a Market Animal Sale, and more. There is even an opprotunity for the youth to show off; local kids can enter their prize goats, lambs, and cattle in either the Pee Wee or Youth categories. Best of all? There will also be the typical fair favorites: midway rides, fried foods, and live music! Visit the Northeast Florida Fair website to learn more, register for contests, and buy tickets in advance.
Category: Family Friendly
Sykes Family Farm Crop Maze
Sykes Family Farms’ 9-acre corn maze is once again open for the spooky season! Located in Elkton, this crop maze has four phases. Guests are provided with a question-filled passport to help guide them through the maze. This year’s maze is a tribute to country legend Reba McEntire; expect some themed crop patterns and more! Admission to the crop maze also includes hayrides, duck races, pedal carts, corn popper, a chance to meet the farm animals, and the playground. The maze is open during daylight hours and after dark. Please note that guests entering the crop maze after dark must have at least one flashlight or glowstick per group. Learn more by visiting the Sykes Family Farm website. The crop maze will be open October 13-15, 20-22, and 27-29.
Annual Fall Festival in Campbellton
Happy October everyone!
The 2nd Annual Campbellton Fall Festival is happening soon. On October 14th at 10am, come out to the Downtown Area for a community event. There will be games, competitions, foods, arts and crafts, entertainment, and more!
Learn more by visiting the Facebook event page!
Sunland Center Fall Festival
Sunland Center’s 42nd Annual Fall Festival is less than a month away! Held on the historic grounds of the Sunland Center in Marianna, this festival features over 100 vendors offering a variety of food, crafts, arts, and activities. There will also be live entertainment, food trucks, and a parade. Best of all? The event is FREE to enter. Be sure to bring cash and card for vendors and food. So come out on October 28th from 9am-2pm and get ahead on your holiday shopping with a family-friendly fall afternoon!
Interested in snagging a booth rental? Contact Onna Lipford (850-482-9371) or James Godwin, Jr. (850-557-0911). Parade inquiries should be directed to Chris Weeks at 850-482-9372.
Fall Festival in Dothan
The Dothan Nurseries’ annual Fall Festival is back and better than ever! There will be a Farmers Market brimming with local produce, local vendors selling their finest wares and creations, food trucks, hay rides, and live music. This festival has something for everyone; come out on October 7th from 9am-3pm to enjoy!
2023 STAMPED Film Festival
The Stamped Film Festival is coming soon! From September 28th to October 1st, come out to the Pensacola Little Theatre to celebrate the artistic contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) films and filmmakers. The festival began in 2012 and strives to foster a more inclusive local community. In fact, its current name, Stamped, is a throwback to the mid-1990s when LGBTQ visitors would “stamp” their money so that local officials and business owners would know the extent of the LGBTQ+ community’s economic impact.
Stamped is a multi-day festival that provides educational outreach to the Gulf Coast region. The festival is a celebration, acknowledgment, and remembrance for those in the community. There will be awards and prizes. The festival is free to attend, and offers a family-focused day that is acceptable for all ages. Visit the Stamped Film Festival website for more information, including the TBA film lineup.
Pensacola Para Con 2023
The Pensacola Para Con is happening September 23-24 at the Pensacola Expo Hall. This annual event salutes sci-fi, paranormal, horror, metaphysical, and pop culture. There will be celebrity meet and greets, discussion panels, and ghost hunts! Yes, ghosts. It’s truly fitting that the celebrity guests are Chris Smith and Mike Concalves of the Tennessee Wraith Chasers, hosts of the Travel Channel’s Haunted Towns. There will also be vendors, artists, metaphysical guests, psychic readers, and a costume contest.
Visit the Pensacola Para Con website to learn more, buy tickets, or view the detailed schedule.
Panhandle Pioneer Settlement Rentals
The Pioneer Camp is excited to offer new rental options for families or large group gatherings. This is a great getaway for individuals, families, and youth/adult group gatherings for both single-day or overnight options. For additional information, pricing, and availability, please contact the office at 850-674-2777 or visit the Panhandle Pioneer website.
2023 Oktoberfest at Downtown Panama City
Come out to Destination Panama City on September 30th for a day of traditional German merriment! Held at Historic Downtown Panama City, this year is the 35th Annual Oktoberfest. From 3-10 PM on the last Saturday of the month, immerse yourself in the festivities. Oktoberfest has been a cherished festivity for countless generations. Indulge in German cuisine, beer tastings, live music, stein hoisting contests, and more! There will be a costume contest and family-friendly activities for the kids.
Click here to visit the Facebook page to learn more.
Little Village Conch Festival
The second annual Little Village Conch Festival is happening on September 30th! Come out to Little Village in Panama City for a day of family fun in the sun. There will be a plethora of Conch Shell festivities including the Cap’n Scuba Memorial Conch Shell Blowing Contest, The Queen of Conch, an all-age Conch Shell Blowing Contest, live music, kids arts & crafts, and more! Finns restaurant will have a Conch Special for one-day only. Live music will be provided by local talents Tyler James & The Momeuxs (noon-3pm) AND The Gr8tful Dads (6-9pm). Learn more by visiting the Facebook event page HERE.