August Adventures Abound
August is the perfect time to enjoy everything the Emerald Coast has to offer, with warm days, beautiful evenings, and plenty of opportunities to experience the area in new ways. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors, enjoying live entertainment, or joining a local tradition, there’s always something happening along the coast.
FEATURED EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
History Tour
Camp Helen State Park | Panama City Beach
August 1, 2026, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Go beyond your park visit and discover the past and present on a ranger guided history walking tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Learn about the rich history of Camp Helen’s Historic District, which is a Nationally Registered Historic Place, from the Hicks family building all the way to when Avondale Textile Mill utilized the property for their employee summer retreat . This free tour will begin promptly at 10 am from the Visitor Center. For more information, visit their website HERE.
Here Comes the Sun Summer Concert Series
St Augustine Green | Rosemary Beach
August 5, 2026, 7:00-8:30 p.m
Settle in for a summer evening of live music at Rosemary Beach which wraps up its season with a special tribute to Tom Petty and Journey by Will Thompson Band. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a free night of music under the stars in one of 30A’s most picturesque communities.
Ranger-Led Nature Hike
Camp Helen State Park | Panama City Beach
August 6, 2026, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Get outdoors and go on a guided tour of Camp Helen State Park! Led by park ranger staff, you’ll learn information about the flora and fauna throughout the park. Dress appropriately for the weather and have a water bottle and insect repellent available. The program is free with paid park entry of $4 per vehicle. Visit their website HERE.
Summer Concert Series
Aaron Bessant Park | Panama City Beach
August 6, 2026, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
The Summer Concert Series wraps up its season with its last free Thursday night show at Aaron Bessant Park, featuring Gage Cowart Band. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of live country music under the open sky. With coolers, food, and even pets welcome, it’s one last chance to enjoy the easygoing summer tradition before the series comes to a close.
Annual Grape Stomp
Duplin Winery | Panama City Beach
August 29, 2026, 1:00-6:00 p.m
Get ready to stomp, sip, and celebrate at the 50th Annual Panama City Beach Grape Stomp at Duplin Winery. This unique coastal tradition invites guests to kick off their shoes and take part in the grape harvest the old-fashioned way, with a stomp experience, wine, an exclusive gift, food from Anne Borja’s “Liquid Sunshine & Cuisine” food truck, and more. Tickets are $40 for stompers, while non-stomping guests can join the fun for $10 and cheer from the sidelines. Purchase your tickets HERE.
St Andrews Play Music on the Porch Day
Historic St Andrews | Panama City
August 29, 2026, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Join Historic St. Andrews as local musicians take to the porches of businesses throughout the district for a unique community-wide celebration of Worldwide Play Music on the Porch Day. Presented in the Keep St. Andrews Salty spirit, the event brings live music to merchant front and back porches across the neighborhood, creating a fun way to experience the area while celebrating the simple joy of making and sharing music.
