Dream boats, coastal home ideas, and Gulf living inspiration -- all free at the Emerald Coast's biggest fall expo.
October 10, 2026 – October 11, 2026
1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
<p>Whether you are dreaming of your perfect boat or the ultimate Gulf Coast home, the annual Emerald Coast Home and Boat Show puts everything you want under one roof. Now in its 27th year, this free weekend showcase at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center brings together more than 100 vendors featuring the latest in watercraft, home improvement, interior design, landscaping, and the coastal lifestyle.</p><p>Stroll through sprawling indoor and outdoor exhibit areas filled with gleaming new boats, dream-home furnishings, and knowledgeable contractors who specialize in Gulf Coast living. It is a perfect way to spend a fall day at the beach -- the weather is ideal in October, the crowds are manageable, and the Gulf is still warm enough to picture yourself on the water. Local boat dealers, home builders, and craftspeople make this a genuinely fun and informative event even if you are just browsing.</p><p>The show runs Saturday and Sunday, October 10-11, at the convention center in Fort Walton Beach, an easy drive from Destin and Miramar Beach. Admission is free for everyone. For more information, call (850) 353-2832.</p>
Families, boating enthusiasts, homeowners, and anyone dreaming of the Gulf Coast lifestyle
100+ vendors with boats, home products, and outdoor lifestyle goods in an indoor-outdoor expo format -- completely free
Arrive Saturday morning for the best vendor access before weekend crowds build up in the afternoon
Free admission and parking for all visitors