Destin Area Nightlife

Hundreds of pubs, clubs and restaurants keep Destin's nightlife hoppin'. From blues and reggae, to hard rock and swing, the busy summer season brings live bands seven nights a week to most establishments. The collegiate crowd call the club Fudpuckers home, while a slightly older and sometimes rowdier crowd congregate at Hog's Breath Saloon. Nearby Fort Walton and Grayton Beach offer hip music venues, but if bars and clubs aren't your thing, Destin's rotating schedule of music festivals and outdoor concerts brings live music to the masses.

Club Bimini / AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar
116 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL
(850) 857-1913

AJ's is a Tiki-themed local seafood favorite with a great view of Destin Harbor. Upstairs at Club Bimini, revelers shake the thatched roof to live reggae bands. Go for the tunes and the cocktails, and stay for the view: the bar is regularly voted "Best Outdoor Bar" and "Best Place to Watch the Sunset" by local papers.

Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill
20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Destin, FL
(850) 654-4200

Stop by Fudpucker’s  and discover why they are “the place” for great food, friendly service, live music, world-famous T-shirts, and of course …FUN!

Funky’s
707 Harbor Blvd (next to McDonalds)
Destin, FL
(850) 654-3839

The Funky’s stage hosts some incredible regional talent as well as some of the area’s brightest up and coming performers. From bluegrass to experimental funk, you wont find a more relaxed, eclectic local spot for entertainment.

Hog's Breath Saloon
541 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL
(850) 837-5991

The first in this famous chain of rowdy pubs got its humble start in nearby Fort Walton Beach. Today, the club is arguably Destin's hippest live music scene, booking up-and coming roots, rock and Americana acts seven nights a week.

Howl at the Moon
1450 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL
(850) 301-0111

This dueling piano rock ‘n’ roll show delights every generation and all music lovers. Dance to your favorite rock ‘n’ roll hits until 2am and take advantage of the drink specials which change nightly. Inside tip - early birds arriving between 7 and 8pm get in without a cover.

McGuire's Irish Pub   
Next to the Destin Bridge
Destin, FL
(850) 650-0000

Situated on Destin Harbor, you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets from the deck, while enjoying the best live Irish entertainment. 

Rum Runners Dueling Piano Bar
Located at Baytowne Wharf
Sandestin, FL
(850) 351-1817

The finest dining, the best live entertainment and a sports bar...all under one roof! Take a Rum Runners vacation! Rum Runners new stand alone location is the featured hot spot at the Village and the party never stops – where the World Famous Rum Runners Dueling Piano Players perform every night.

Picolo's Restaurant & The Red Bar
70 Holtz Avenue
Grayton Beach, FL
(850) 231-1008

Housed in an old general store, Grayton Beach's most-popular restaurant and night spot offers a funky decor and an even funkier house band with serious credentials: drummer John "Jabo" Stark has backed James Brown. Keep an eye out for big-name celebrity drop-ins, and be sure to sample the small but tasty menu of generously portioned salads, sandwiches and seafood.

Sunquest Cruises Solaris
Baytowne Marina
9300 Emerald Coast Parkway West
Destin, FL
(850) 650-2519

Dine, dance and enjoy the cruise aboard the area's premiere dining and entertainment yacht. The perfect choice for intimate gatherings, celebrations, weddings and corporate events. Live entertainment and breathtaking sunsets!

The Boathouse Oyster Bar 
288-B Harbor Blvd. East
Destin, FL 
(850) 837-3645

A great tradition at The Boathouse is the excellent musical talent! Many talented local musicians play at The Boathouse with a variety of music. They also love to take requests from the audience and watch out - if you can sing, they'll drag you onstage and you just might find that you're the next Boathouse Idol!

The Swamp
1450 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL
(850) 796-1300

This large beach-front club is known for edgy music and spring-break crowds. The Swamp caters to the MTV set with drink specials and performances by national pop, hard-rock, and big-name country acts. Enjoy the people-watching and the pure spectacle, but don't forget your earplugs.