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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA, 32548
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About us

The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center is located along 24 miles of pristine coastline in Northwest Florida on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach and offers 32,885 square feet of flexible indoor space with a 21,200 square foot grand ballroom as part of twelve meeting room options. The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center also has outdoor event space available including two covered patios, one open patio and a 30,000 square foot plaza overlooking the bay. Known as Bayview Plaza, this open plaza may be partially or fully tented. The parking garage and some of the surface parking lots are rentable for events. The destination offers over 12,000 accommodation options with many hotels and condominium rentals just steps from the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center's door. Recently renovated with new carpet, chairs, linen-less tables, pre-function areas, main entrance, and landscaping make this boutique facility a step above your typical venue. Put a little adventure on your next agenda and host your event at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center on Okaloosa Island.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2003
Renovated2019
Total meeting space212,224 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConvention center

Awards

Industry awards
Winner of 2022 Convention South Readers' Choice Award: Voted One of Florida's Favorite Meeting Venues One of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Places, Good Morning America Best Place to Boat and Live, Boating Magazine Top Place to Visit, National Geographic Top 25 Destinations in the United States, Trip Advisor Top Beach in the United States, USA Today

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • View (ocean or water)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite security
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
Transportation
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bus
  • Taxi

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Jun 01 - Aug 01
Shoulder season
Mar 10 - Apr 15
Low season

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
212,224 sq. ft.
Largest room
21,200 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
32
Second largest room
16,000 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
21,200 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
2,400
Seating capacity
2,350

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
21,200 sq. ft.
223 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
2400
-
1330
2400
2350
1584
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11,200 sq. ft.
118 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
1200
-
630
1200
1175
792
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16,000 sq. ft.
169 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
1800
-
980
1800
1739
1188
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4,800 sq. ft.
51 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
500
-
280
500
460
306
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10,000 sq. ft.
105 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
1100
-
560
1100
1056
684
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2,500 sq. ft.
54 x 47 sq. ft.
24 ft.
250
56
140
250
220
144
42
-
72
5,100 sq. ft.
54 x 95 sq. ft.
24 ft.
500
-
280
500
480
306
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2,500 sq. ft.
54 x 47 sq. ft.
24 ft.
250
56
140
250
210
144
42
-
72
1,575 sq. ft.
63 x 25 sq. ft.
10 ft.
165
56
90
165
150
108
50
-
64

Meeting room floor plans

Pre-Function Area Central

Location

Getting Here

Destin - Ft. Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is an award winning airport that accommodates passengers from around the world with over 50 non-stop flights daily to major hubs making both domestic and international connections easy. In addition, new non-stop flights are being continuously added from new cities with low fares and regional carriers. Be sure to check availability from your preferred airport. FlyVPS.com
Distance from airport 10 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
Airport
10 mi
Our closest Airport is easily accessable and convenient to the ECCC. A short 10 minute drive due north brings you easily to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport and your destination.
1701 State Road 85 N
Eglin AFB, FL, US 32542
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Pensacola International Airport
Pensacola International Airport
Airport
45 mi
More connections and great fares may be available at Pensacola International Airport, about an hour away from the Emerald Coast with shuttle service to Ft. Walton and Destin.
2430 Airport Blvd. Suite 225
Pensacola, FL 32504
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Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
Airport
58 mi
Located in West Bay, near Panama City and Panama City Beach, Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport proudly serves Delta and Southwest Airlines. These carriers offer daily flights to key US destinations. The airport is about an hour’s drive from Destin.
6300 West Bay Parkway
Panama City, FL 32409
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The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Nightlife
1 mi
The Boardwalk is the largest collective location for dining and entertainment in the heart of Okaloosa Island. Serving as a county park and public beach access point along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, The Boardwalk offers a full range of waterfront dining, gift shops, and plenty of beachfront amenities. At The Boardwalk, you’ll discover award-winning seafood and dining experiences to please all pallets. Restaurant options range from fast-casual beachside burgers to southern classics, to the fresh Gulf shrimp and fish you came to the beach for. After filling up on your favorites, you’ll find charming gift shops and surf shops that won’t let you leave empty-handed. The seafood, sand, and saltwater aren’t the only forms of beachfront fun. The Boardwalk offers a kid’s playground, splash pad, sand volleyball courts, and a spectacular firework show every Wednesday during the summer season. Amenities also include public restrooms and convenient free parking. The Boardwalk has it all, and it’s all for you!
1450 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Recreation
1 mi
Dinosaur Theme Park featuring Miniature Golf, Ropes Course, Arcade, 4D Movie Theater, Causal Dining, Desserts and much more!
1306 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL, US 32548
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Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Park
1 mi
The world's oldest operating live marine show aquarium. Come and enjoy four live marine shows, birthday parites, summer camp, dolphin interactions, dolphin therapy, annual passes, and a super gift shop.
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy, SE
Ft. Walton Beach, FL, US 32548
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Fort Walton Beach Landing
Fort Walton Beach Landing
Park
1 mi
The Fort Walton Landing has been a hub of activity in Fort Walton Beach for decades. It is a 6-acre park containing a children’s park, walking path, soccer fields, boat ramp, fishing pier, boardwalk, gazebo, picnic tables, stage and lots of open space. Many Festivals are held in the park throughout the year, the capstone of them all being the annual Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival. On the 4th of July, fireworks are shot off from a barge anchored in the Santa Rosa Sound just off the Park
139 SE Brooks Street
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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HarborWalk Village
Nightlife
6 mi
HarborWalk Village offers activities and entertainment to please each and every taste in your family. Dive in and make memories that will last a lifetime. Here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, clubs and nightlife, weekly fireworks, weekly Fat Tuesday parades, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants to satisfy all tastes.
10 Harbor Blvd.
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Destin Commons
Destin Commons
Shopping
11 mi
A unique, open air town center, featuring upscale shopping, casual and fine dining, Bass Pro Shop, movie theater and more.
4300 Legendary Drive
Suite 200
Destin, FL, US 32541
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Golfing
Golfing
Recreation
Sunny skies, coastal breezes and lush landscapes make the Emerald Coast a paradise for golfers of all skill levels, all year long. Whether skirting the sugar-white sand beaches or wandering through a grove of live oak, pine and tropical vegetation, you’ll have a great time golfing at our eight championship golf courses and country clubs.
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Fishing
Recreation
“If you’re like me, you’ll find it impossible to visit this beautiful and productive fishery without returning again and again and again.” – Bill Dance, host of Bill Dance Outdoors Vacationers don’t just come to Okaloosa County for the sugar-white sand and the emerald-green waters. They come to catch red snapper, white trout and blue marlin. From the depths of the breathtaking Gulf of Mexico to the sleepy bayous, beautiful lakes and pristine waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay, there is an abundance of fish to be caught here year-round.
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Air Armament Museum
Air Armament Museum
Museum
5 mi
The Air Force Armament Museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to the collection, preservation and exhibition of artifacts and memorabilia associated with Air Force Armament and its platforms of delivery. There are over 29 different aircraft that have found a home at the Air Force Armament Museum including an AC-130, B-17, B-25, B-52, P-51, A-10, F-15, F-16, F-100, F-101, and many other aircraft from the WWII era to the present. There are also several hundred pieces of armament to include a gun collection, bombs, bomblets and missiles to include the Sparrow, Sidewinder, cluster bombs, Bunker Buster and the MOAB. A 32-minute film on the history of Eglin Air Force Base and its role in the development of armament is shown continuously throughout the day. No advance notice is necessary for groups; however, it is best to call ahead at (850) 882-4062 to insure there are no other functions occurring at the same time. Groups with children under 10 years of age must have one adult for every five to seven children. There is a lot to see and do at the Air Force Armament Museum. If you do not see everything in one visit, there’s always tomorrow and chances are good that we’ll be open.
100 Museum Drive
Eglin Air Force Base, FL, US 32542
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Destin History + Fishing Museum
Museum
5 mi
This local favorite contains exhibits on the history of the town and the fishing industry.
108 Stahlman Ave
Destin, FL 32541
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Henderson Beach State Park
Henderson Beach State Park
Park
9 mi
1700 Emerald Coast Parkway
Destin, FL 32541
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Nature & Parks
Nature & Parks
Park
Nature lovers flock to the beaches, waters and parks of the Emerald Coast every year to go bird watching, hiking and dolphin watching (and, if you come during the fall, you’ll find the beach dotted with colorful wildflowers). Nearly 60 percent of the beach in this area is preserved in perpetuity. Come see why it’s worth protecting.
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Facility Restrictions

Exclusive caterer - Aramark (onsite) Certificate of insurance and hold harmless required

Cancellation Policy

Our cancellation policy varies and is calculated by how far in advance of the event cancellation occurs. Re-booking clauses may be negotiated.

Additional details

The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center sales team has a variety of hotel, condo, and vacation rental partners in Destin and Fort Walton Beach, many of which are within walking distance of the facility. For your convenience, our sales team is able to request group block rates for your RFP. Aramark, our exclusive caterer, delivers delicious dining experiences for your meetings and events. No matter the type of event, large or small, complex or simple, we bring quality, flexibility and creativity to the menu. The variety of selections is wide-ranging, and the presentation is always a tempting treat to behold. From formal black-tie dinners to a mid-conference lunch, down-home barbeque or a pre-convention breakfast, our culinary team will surprise and delight. If you’re looking for local flavor, we offer menus that highlight a taste of the Destin-Fort Walton Beach. Whatever the event or occasion, the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and ARAMARK will give your guests moments to truly savor.

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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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