Most people consider nightlife to be all about adult play and that may be the case for most cities, but not this one!
After a long day enjoying jet skis and parasailing you’re going to want to find some nighttime things to do.
Destin has a ton of nighttime activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Top 7 Family-Friendly Destin Nighttime Activities
Destin Laser Tag
Get competitive with lights and laser guns!
Destin Laser Tag has a 4,000-square-foot maze for you, your family, and even your extended family.
After spending a few hours lasering you may want to switch things up. Not only does this location have laser tag but it also has mini golf!
This mini golf spot is the perfect place for a bad weather day because it’s inside! Destin Laser Tag is the only location in the area that accommodates indoor mini-golfing.
Moreover, the entire venue has black lights and neon colors that make the fun feel “extra-lit.”
Grab your kids and head on over!
Harbor Walk Theatre
Maybe you’re not feeling very talkative and need something to hold the kiddo’s attention.
This place has you covered.
The Harbor Walk Theatre opened its location in 2018 and has been able to bring a very cozy environment that provides comedy, magic, and hypnosis shows.
The theatre is owned by award-winning illusionists Noah and Heather Wells who provide exceptional knowledge on what makes a good performance and they put that knowledge to good use with their award-winning shows.
Turn out and get entranced!
For more information on shows check out their website!
Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park
Have you ever dreamed of flying? Live out that dream.. in a way.
Ok, so you don’t get to fly but you do get to have a zip line-like adventure called The Sky Rider, where you get to soar above your friends and family.
If this doesn’t interest you, how about a virtual reality game or rock climbing?
Maybe you’ve always wanted to be tall enough to slam dunk in basketball, fulfill that fantasy at The Slam Dunk Zone.
Honestly, this place has so much to choose from it’s sure to make you and your kids tuckered out by the end.
Check out their website and see for yourself!
Whatever zone you decide on it will be a lively time.
Destin Harbor Boardwalk
“Down on the boardwalk, we’ll be having some fun” you will be too!
It’s safe to say that anytime you’re in a beach town the boardwalk is a good spot to go.
The harbor overlooks the beautiful emerald water and is a hub for tons of festivals.
On an average day, you can find dolphin tours and boat rentals. When you’re finished you can bring your fishing rods and enjoy what they call “the luckiest fishing spot”.
The Harbor is a gathering spot for both its locals and visitors alike.
Check out their website to see what they have going on for the day you arrive!
Escape Zone 60
Have you ever seen National Treasure?
If yes, then this spot is the best place to experience that as well as the best way to describe it. If not, think of clues, adventure, and escape!
The Escape Room Zone 60 is where you get locked into a room with your family.
I know this could sound like a potential nightmare, but bear with me, I promise it’s fun!
For 60 minutes you have a plethora of puzzles to solve and it’s all about teamwork which gets everyone engaged. When you figure out the puzzle you get to “escape”!
Grab your kids and bring your detective hats!
Hurricane Lanes
Hit up the lanes, 26 of them to be exact!
Bowling is one of those games that everyone of every age/skill set can enjoy.
Take turns showing each other up while you make that strike.
If you and the family work up an appetite there’s a cafe to enjoy in between games.
There’s even a sports bar for when you want to break away from the kiddos for a bit.
If you’re striking out or even in you can enjoy the evening and get the ball rolling!
The Back Porch
Everyone’s gotta eat, a long day playing in the sand will certainly make you hungry.
The Back Porch has been around since 1974. This family-friendly restaurant serves plenty of seafood items to choose from.
The back Porch also comes equipped with furry friends; they have little beach cats that play around the area.
Aside from amazing food and adorable playmates, this restaurant has giant beach chairs for you and your children to take photos of before or after you’ve finished your food.
Enjoy your days and then head on into the evening with some more fun activities that are perfect for the entire family to enjoy!
Pack your most fabulous night get up for you and the kiddos and take a trip to Destin where day times are for the beach, and as Vincent Van Gogh says, “The night is more alive and more richly colored than the day.”
Bonus Destin Nighttime Activity: Fireworks Cruise!
Gather the fam and book our Crab Island Runner for a fireworks cruise that’s guaranteed to be one for the books!