June 1, 2, 3
Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge Summer Day Camp – 3051 Cloptons Circle, Navarre. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For nature-loving kids ages 8 to 13. Campers will learn about native wildlife, marine ecosystems, wildlife rehabilitation, and more while having fun and getting to see our animal ambassadors up close and personal! The registration fee includes a t-shirt, reusable water bottle and all camp supplies. For more information and registration visit www.emeraldcoastwildliferefuge.org/summer-camps or call 850-684-1485.
June 3, 10
Bands on the Blackwater Spring Concert Series – 5158 Willing St., Milton, 7 to 9 p.m. Bands on the Blackwater is a free outdoor spring concert series held Friday nights in downtown Milton. Pull up your boat or bring a lawn chair and relax while listening to great live music! For more information visit www.facebook.com/BandsOnTheBlackwater or call the City of Milton at 850-983-5400.
First and third Saturday of each month (June 4 and 18)
Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz – 1922 Hwy. 87, Navarre. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This bi-weekly outdoor market takes place on the first and third Saturday of each month. Farm-to-Table vendors are available along with arts and crafts and shopping inside Pik-Itz! Art and Antiques. For more information, visit www.pikitz.com or call 850-710-7128.
June 4
Clear Bottom Kayak Tours – 8739 Gulf Blvd. Navarre. Tour times: 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Explore and discover the Navarre Beach Gulf of Mexico Side Artificial Snorkel Reef with a 45-minute clear bottom kayak tour. Tour pricing includes admission to the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center located at 8740 Gulf Blvd. Navarre. The event is organized by the Navarre Beach Marine Sanctuary. For more information and to register, visit www.navarrebeachmarinesanctuary.org or call 850-939-3267.
June 5, 12, 26
Crushed Glass Art Classes – 1922 Hwy. 87. Navarre. 1 to 3 p.m. Hosted by Emerald Coast Gifts by Celeste and Pik-itz Art & Antiques. Join the fun and learn how to create art in crushed glass! All art supplies are provided, and you are invited to bring your own seashells or items to make your piece one of a kind. Registration required. For more information and to register visit www.facebook.com/pikitzartandantiques or call 850-716-2600 or 850-710-7128.
June 5 – Beach Wave in window frame
June 12 – Mermaid in wooden frame
June 26 – Beach Wave in window frame
June 7
Navarre Beach Marine Park Walk-about – 8705 Manta Ray Circle. Manta Ray Pavilion. Navarre Beach. 8 a.m. Join the Navarre Beach Ambassador Team for their first eco-tourism tour in the Navarre Beach Marine Park. This guided walk will take 45 minutes. This tour will focus on the nesting birds, sea turtles, recreational reefs, natural ecosystems, and more. No cost, limited to 15 guests. For more information and registration, call the Navarre Beach Visitor Information Center at 850-981-8906.
June 18
Goat Offshore Kayak Fishing Tournament – 8649 Gulf Blvd. Navarre Beach. 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. GOAT is an international kayak fishing event to showcase Navarre as the premier fishing destination in Florida. For more information visit www.goatkft.com or email Darrick Benton at derrick@85thday.com.
June 19
Father’s Day at the Gulf Breeze Zoo – 5701 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last entry at 4 p.m. Celebrate dad at the Gulf Breeze Zoo! On Father’s Day, dads will receive one complimentary beer to enjoy while strolling through the park. Must be at least 21 years of age. Live music from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information visit www.gbzoo.com or call 850-932-2229.
June 23, 30
Tunes by the Dunes Summer Concert Series – 8705 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach Marine Park, Navarre Beach. 7 to 9 p.m. Tunes by the Dunes is a free summer concert series held on Thursday evenings. Enjoy a relaxing evening for live local music and food vendors. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own beach blankets and lawn chairs. Hosted by the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit www.navarrechamber.com or call 850-939-3267.
June 25
Trash Bash with the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center – 8 to 10 a.m. Help protect sea turtles and other imperiled species through a citizen science program that allows volunteers to take an active role in the war against marine debris. Volunteers collect trash from different areas along the 4.5 miles of Navarre Beach and record data that is forwarded to state and federal agencies. Meet in the main Navarre Beach Parking Lot near the Sand Crab Pavilion. Limited supplies of gloves, buckets and pickers are provided or bring your own. For more information, visit www.navarrebeachseaturtles.org or call 850-684-3347.
The events listed are highlights of activities in Santa Rosa County. The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office is not responsible for any changes or cancellations. For more information, visit www.getrelaxing.com or call 850-981-8900.
