📅 When
March 14, 2027
12:00 – 15:00
📍 Where
4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL 32541
About this event
The annual Mac & Cheese Festival at Destin Commons is one of the most fun and family-friendly food events on the Emerald Coast, and every dollar of proceeds goes to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. Every March, chefs and restaurants from across the area compete for the title of best mac and cheese, while festival-goers indulge in unlimited samples of creative, comforting, and sometimes wildly inventive interpretations of everyone's favorite dish.
The festival takes place outdoors in the open-air setting of Destin Commons, with local favorites serving up everything from classic sharp cheddar to lobster mac, truffle-infused varieties, and spicy Gulf Coast twists. Kids run freely between tables while parents sip drinks and cast their votes for the People's Choice Award.
This is the rare combination of delicious food, sunny Gulf Coast weather, community spirit, and charitable giving — all wrapped into a casual Sunday afternoon. Whether you're a mac-and-cheese purist or an adventurous foodie, you'll leave happy, full, and knowing you made a difference for local kids. Tickets sell out, so grab yours early.
Best for: Families, foodies, community event lovers
What to expect: Unlimited mac and cheese samples from local restaurants and vendors, creative recipe competitions, People's Choice voting, kids-friendly atmosphere, and charitable fun.
Planning tip: Buy tickets in advance as this event sells out. Come hungry and wear comfortable clothes for an afternoon of sampling. Venue is stroller-friendly.
Cost: Paid ticketed event. Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. Exact 2027 dates to be confirmed.
