Our Five Favorite Spots to Watch the Fireworks in Destin on New Year's Eve

What’s the number one question asked in Destin during New Year’s Eve? Where's the best place to go to watch the Fireworks? Here are our top five spots that guarantee an explosive show!

HarborWalk Village sits along Destin Harbor. It’s home to a variety of restaurants offering delicious gulf-to-table fare as well as lively bars and outdoor stages with entertainment all year round. On December 31^st, two firework shows will be offered, one at 8:00pm and one at midnight. Watch the sky light up with brilliant colors over the beautiful Destin Harbor. You can catch these shows from the boardwalk as well as any of the outdoor venues along the harbor.

You don’t have to be on land to catch HarborWalk Village’s amazing fireworks show. You can view it by boat. Cruisin’ Tiki Bars offers New Year’s Eve cruises that will get you close up to this colorful show over the harbor. Bring your own food and drink and let Cruisin’ Tiki take care of the rest, including a licensed Captain. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

The Village of Baytowne Wharf is the gathering spot for many locals and visitors along the Emerald Coast. Home to a variety of restaurants, shops, and nightlife, there’s always something to do at Baytowne. On December 31^st, a breathtaking fireworks display will light up the sky over the lagoon at midnight. You can catch the show from any spot in the Village.

Another favorite way to catch the Baytowne Wharf fireworks show is on the SOLARIS yacht. Cruise around the bay to catch bursts of colors lighting up the sky. This New Year’s Eve cruise includes four chef-inspired courses, a midnight toast, live entertainment, and the best view of the fireworks show at midnight!

One of our favorite spots to catch fireworks is at your Crystal Beach vacation rental. Watch the sky light up over the Gulf of Mexico while you pop open a bottle of bubbly from the beachfront balcony. Where will you be watching the fireworks this New Year’s Eve 2022? Hopefully on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world!

Published on Friday, November 25, 2022