From show tunes and jazz nights to wine tastings, hands-on art, and big community festivals, this week is packed with reasons to get out and soak up the Emerald Coast. Here are the standout events from Wednesday through Sunday, with the who, where, and why you’ll want to go.

1. Harmony, Heart, and Bobby Socks Tonight

Forever Plaid brings sweet barbershop harmonies and 1950s charm to Emerald Coast Theatre Company on Wednesday, February 25, at 2 p.m. Follow four would-be crooners as they return for one last, joyfully nostalgic performance packed with pitch-perfect hits.

Forever Plaid / Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 2 p.m. @ Emerald Coast Theatre Company

2. Burgers, Bar Tabs, and Bingo Bragging Rights

Head to Redd’s Pub on Wednesday, February 25, at 6:30 p.m. for adults-only Charity Bingo with silly prizes, local gift certificates, and bar tabs up for grabs. Bingo players also get the BOGOHO burger special, so bring cash and come ready to play.

BOGOHO Bingo / Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. onwards  @ Redd’s Pub

3. Coffee, Connection, and Community Giving

Stop by Coastal Coffee and Cafe on Thursday, February 26, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. to meet the women behind Impact 100’s local work across Okaloosa and Walton counties. Bring a friend, grab a coffee, and swing by the membership table for registrations, renewals, and quick questions.

Coffee and Conversation with Impact 100 / Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. @ Coastal Coffee & Cafe

4. A Napa Night with Honig at Vin’tij

Sip and savor Honig Vineyards and Winery at Vin’tij Wine on Thursday, February 26, at 6 p.m., featuring special guest Michael Honig. Tickets are $125 per person, and it’s a great chance to explore standout pours with thoughtful pairings in a relaxed, guided setting.

Honig Vineyards & Winery / Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6 p.m. onwards @ Vin’tij Wine

5. Jazz Nights and Good Vibes at The Red Bar

Settle in at The Red Bar on Friday, February 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for live sets by the Red Bar Jazz Band. It’s a local favorite for easygoing tunes, great energy, and a night that never feels rushed.

Red Bar Jazz Band / Friday, February 27, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Red Bar

6. Sip Sonoma with Dave Hejl at Old Florida

Join Old Florida Fish House on Friday, February 27 at 6 p.m. for a guided wine tasting with Dave Hejl of Domaine Della. Expect a relaxed evening of great pours, coastal ambiance, and plenty of conversation between sips.

Wine Tasting with Dave Hejl / Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6 p.m. onwards @ Old Florida Fish House

7. Make Something Fun in the Clay Studio

Head to the Bayou Arts Center on Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Come Play with Clay, a relaxed open-studio workshop with the Cultural Arts Alliance. You’ll get 2 lbs of clay and the freedom to create your own piece or follow the month’s candy-dish project with an instructor’s guidance.

CAA Come Play with Clay / Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. @ Bayou Arts Center

8. Bluefin Ritual: Sake Sips and Knife Skills

Watch Fish House sushi chefs Yok and Teddy break down a whole Japanese bluefin tuna on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 4 p.m., followed by optional tastings and sake or wine pairings. Choose general admission for the show and a sample, or upgrade for VIP seating or the limited 6 p.m. pairing experience. Click here to learn more!

Tuna Cutting Show / Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 4 p.m. @ Old Florida Fish House

9. Shrimp, Grits, and a Live Music Finale

Head to Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village on Saturday, February 28 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for Destin’s Shrimp and Grits Festival, where local chefs compete for your vote and Erin Kinsey brings the soundtrack. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, with accessible seating options and a clear-bag entry policy.

7th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival / Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. @ Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village

10. Crescendo Finale with Pink Martini and Sinfonia

Crescendo! 2026 wraps with the Main Event on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m. at Hilton Sandestin, blending top-tier food and wine with auctions and a live performance by Pink Martini alongside the full Sinfonia Gulf Coast orchestra. Proceeds support Sinfonia’s music education and community outreach programs.

Sinfonia Crescendo! / Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 3 p.m. onwards @ Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa

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