📅 When
November 21, 2026 – November 22, 2026
13:00
📍 Where
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center, 1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
About this event
This brand-new holiday market brings together local vendors, festive fun, and a worthy mission under one roof at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. The inaugural Ruthlake Farm Christmas Market is hosted by SAFE in the Panhandle — a nonprofit dedicated to fighting exploitation — in partnership with Ruthlake Farm, making every purchase a step toward a better community.
Browse unique holiday gifts, handcrafted goods, and seasonal finds from local artisans and makers. Kids can write letters to Santa, snap a holiday photo, and get in the spirit while parents shop. Raffle baskets and prize drawings add extra excitement throughout both days.
Admission is just $10 and includes a complimentary shopping bag and raffle entry — children are free with a paying adult. The market runs Friday, November 21 from 1-6 PM and Saturday, November 22 from 8 AM-5 PM, making it the perfect start to your holiday shopping season on the Emerald Coast.
Best for: Families and holiday shoppers looking for unique gifts and festive experiences
What to expect: Two days of holiday vendor booths, Santa photos, letter-writing stations, raffle prizes, and a friendly community atmosphere inside the spacious convention center
Planning tip: Arrive early Saturday for the best vendor selection — doors open at 8 AM. Admission includes a shopping bag and raffle entry.
Cost: $10 general admission; children free with paying adult
