November 25, 2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

We hope you have a wonderful holiday with family and friends. Our office will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28.

As you begin your holiday shopping, please remember to shop local first. Your dollars matter to our local communities!

Do You Have a Boss or Coworker Who Goes Above and Beyond?

Celebrate their impact by submitting a nomination for the  Ann Gibson Community Service Award Sponsored by Okaloosa Gas or the Business Person of the Year Sponsored by Trustmark! Nominations close Friday, Dec. 5, and the winners will be recognized at the Jan. 22 Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner presented by Trustmark.

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

• ACA-Compliant Health Insurance Plan

Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

• Save up to 25% with Constant Contact

Save $ On Office Supplies

• You now have access to savings on everything your business relies on with ODP Business Solutions (Office Depot® OfficeMax®). Register today for your no-cost business account with ODP Business Solutions or use this card to save in-store.

Enjoy Credit Union Membership

• Members of the Destin Chamber are eligible for membership with Eglin Federal Credit Union!

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, December 3 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Kay Rasmussen, Associate Director for One Okaloosa EDC, will update us on the Eglin Test Range/ Military Mission line. Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend.

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, December 4 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Kevin Oster will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential and at no cost to you. No appointment is required; however, you are welcome to email KOster@uwf.edu if you would like to schedule one.

Bowling for Business Tournament & Lunch

Friday, December 5 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Hurricane Lanes

Registration and payment required. 

We will award prizes to top male, top female, and top team, and a perfect score will win a FREE 1-year Chamber business membership!

Botanic Miramar Beach Apartments

Sea Star Vacation Rentals

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

• Destin Snowbirds Inc.
• Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

• Seagar's Prime Steaks and Seafood
• Serenity by the Sea Spa, Salon & Fitness Center 

December 9 - Executive Group by Axen Realty

December 15 - Destin Snowbirds

Thursday, November 27

O'Quigley's Seafood Steamer Special Thanksgiving Menu

Thanksgiving Feast at Henderson Beach Resort

Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer Thanksgiving Menu

Jackacudas Seafood/Sushi Thanksgiving Menu

The Crab Trap Destin's Thanksgiving on the Beach Menu

The Surf Hut's Thanksgiving Menu

The Crab Trap FWB Thanksgiving on the Beach

Thanksgiving Dinner at Beach Walk Cafe

Thanksgiving Supper at Ovide

Thanksgiving Catering Take Out at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

11/28 - 1/5

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Friday, November 28

Photos with Santa

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Saturday, November 29

Photos with Santa

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Sunday, November 30

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Supper at Hotel Effie's Ovide

Monday, December 1

Level Up!

FRLA's NWFL Chapter Annual Golf Classic

If you would like your event listed here, please submit it to the Events Calendar at DestinChamber.com. Be sure to include your company name, as we only publish events of Destin Chamber members.

City of Destin Announces Christmas Holiday Lights Contest

Black Friday at Gulfarium Happening Now

Read the November 2025 Issue of Destin Life

Westonwood Ranch Receives $400,000 State Funding for New Life Skills and Job Training Center

HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital Celebrates Topping Off for HCA Florida DeFuniak Springs Emergency

Okaloosa County Moves Toward Historic Regional Partnership in SS United States Artificial Reef Project

Newman-Dailey Resort Properties Recognizes 2025 Third Quarter Top Real Estate Producers

Want to see your business news, blogs and awards listed here? Send your updates to espies@DestinChamber.com.