Yacht rock, fireworks, and family fun for New Years Eve on the Gulf Coast
December 31, 2026
16:00 – 21:00
Seaside Amphitheater, Seaside, FL 32459
There's nowhere quite like Seaside, Florida to welcome the New Year, and this iconic beach town delivers a celebration that's as beautiful as it is fun. The Monsters of Yacht take the famous Seaside Amphitheater stage for their annual New Year's Eve performance, filling the air with smooth, feel-good yacht rock hits that get everyone on their feet.
Family festivities kick off at 4 PM around the Amphitheater with arts and crafts, face painting, balloon creations, and holiday photo ops at the festively decorated Seaside Post Office. The Monsters of Yacht perform live from 5:30 PM onward, and the night wraps with what locals tout as the largest fireworks show on the entire Gulf Coast — a breathtaking display over the white sand beaches of Seaside.
This is a free, family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration that draws visitors from across the Emerald Coast. Whether you're ringing in midnight with the kids or simply soaking in the magic of 30A under a fireworks-lit sky, this is one New Year's Eve memory that will last a lifetime.
Families, couples, all ages
Live yacht rock music, family-friendly activities starting at 4 PM, fireworks finale, free admission to public areas
Book accommodations in Seaside or along 30A months in advance — New Years Eve is peak season and fills up fast
Free public event; food and beverages available from vendors