Perfect Hues: Baytowne Wharf Art Fest – Labor Day Weekend 2026

About this event

<p>As summer bids farewell to the Gulf Coast, The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin caps the season in color with Perfect Hues: Baytowne Wharf Art Fest, running Labor Day Weekend — September 5-7, 2026. Each evening from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the charming cobblestone village transforms into an outdoor gallery showcasing original artwork from talented local and regional artists.</p><p>Stroll at your leisure through the village streets, browse original paintings, photography, sculpture, and mixed-media pieces, and chat directly with the artists behind the work. Live music fills the Events Plaza Stage throughout all three nights, keeping the atmosphere festive and warm as the last evenings of summer drift by. It's a perfect blend of culture, community, and coastal ambiance.</p><p>The grand finale on Sunday, September 7 brings a spectacular fireworks show over the Baytowne Lagoon at 9:15 PM — a breathtaking send-off to the summer season that you'll carry home long after your vacation ends. Free admission makes this a no-brainer for any Labor Day weekend visitor looking to end their Emerald Coast stay in unforgettable style.</p>

Art lovers, couples on Labor Day getaways, families wanting a cultural Labor Day experience

Three evenings of browsing art from local and regional artists, live music each night, plus Sunday fireworks over the lagoon at 9:15 PM

Sunday fireworks draw big crowds — arrive by 7 PM to secure a good lagoon-side viewing spot. Plenty of dining at Baytowne restaurants for a full evening out.

Free admission to the art festival. Dining and shopping available throughout Baytowne Wharf village.