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Camp Helen State Park pumpkin sale and Saturdays in the patch opens Sept. 30

The Friends of Camp Helen’s 8th Annual Pumpkin Patch officially opens Saturday, September 30 at 9 am and will remain open daily from 9 am – 4 pm throughout October. On Saturdays from 11 am – 3 pm, the patch will have various entertainment. This year, Saturdays in the Patch will feature: Nature Day (wildlife crafts, interpretive programs, educational games), a fishing expo for kids, face painting, a haunted history tour, live music, including Huck and Lily, food trucks, 2nd...

Fall Festival and market in Panama City Beach Sept. 23

Welcome to the first Fall Festival & Farmer Market hosted by the Panama City Beach Parks and Recreation Department. Bring the whole family to Aaron Bessant Park for a free event on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10 am – 2 pm. Enjoy fall fun, crafts, music, and food trucks. Shop locally at the Farmers Market and enjoy fresh food and handmade items. Enjoy live music starting at 11 am till 1 pm. The first 300 visitors will get a...

Fallapalooza fun at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Sept. 23

Join the E. O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for their annual Fallapalooza event. There will be food trucks, yard games, bounce houses, animal encounters, and more. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for ages 4–12. The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, 4956 State Highway 20 E Freeport, FL 32439. For more information go to eowilsoncenter.org....

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Oct. 5

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. The Friends of Camp Helen are excited to be open...

Pirates of the High Seas and Renaissance Fest in Panama City Beach Oct. 6-8

Calling all ye mateys, fair maidens and swashbucklers of all ages to Panama City Beach for the annual Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest. This year’s free celebration sets sail October 6-8, 2023. Enjoy action-packed weekend of fireworks, live mermaid shows, a fire circus, parades, a treasure drop, and Cirque Adventure capping off the evenings each night. Travel back in time with the Renaissance addition, where gentry and squires alike can experience an enchanted marketplace complete with sword...

Stargazing at Eden Gardens State Park Sept. 15

UPDATE 9/15/23 Event cancelled due to cloud cover. Join the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association at Eden Gardens State Park for an evening of stargazing on the lawn at Eden Gardens State Park on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. Clear skies permitting, the beauty of the universe will be on display, with NWFAA members setting up their telescopes for the public’s viewing pleasure. Normal celestial gazing includes bright galaxies, star clusters and planets. Guests are also encouraged...