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With each unique event we host, WaterColor Inn welcomes guests to enjoy the vibrant culture, timeless charm and natural beauty of our beachfront surroundings. From seasonal events to engaging and interactive programs for guests and locals, there’s always something special to do.
*All events are subject to change and weather permitting; WaterColor Beach Club & Camp WaterColor are shared community amenities for WaterColor residents and guests of WaterColor Inn & Resort; it is not open to the general public; Gather Kitchen + Bar is a private amenity available only to WaterColor Inn hotel guests and Watersound Club Lifestyle members.
Every Thursday (Year-Round) | 5- 8 PM
Every Monday (March- August) | 2 - 5 PM
Every Tuesday (March - August) | 5- 8 PM
Enjoy live music on the pool deck, as well as a special Chef and drink features. Stay tuned in to our Facebook events pages for entertainment schedules:
Daily (Year-Round) | 2– 6 PM
Gather for sunset and enjoy half-priced select beer, wine and cocktails.
Every Tuesday (Year-Round) | 10 AM- 12 NOON
Bring your own bike, grab a map at Camp WaterColor, and follow along on the bicycle tour/selfie scavenger hunt. Upon completion, return to The Canteen for a souvenir cup of beer (root beer for the kids)!
Daily (February - October) | 4- 5 PM
Enjoy BOGO Deep South Freeze ice cream treats and outdoor games including giant Jenga, cornhole, ring toss and hula hoops at The Canteen in Camp WaterColor.
Daily | 2- 4 PM
Every day is happy hour at Fish Out of Water! Enjoy half-price fresh RAW oysters, half-price house wine, and a featured daily half-price appetizer. In order to seat guests more efficiently, reservations are not accepted.
Every Other Thursday | 6 - 8 PM
Join us every other Thursday for an entertaining Trivia Night filled with brain-teasing questions and a fun atmosphere.
Every Friday | 6 - 9 PM
Every Sunday | 11 AM – 1 PM
Enjoy Live Entertainment on Friday Evenings and During Sunday Brunch! Stay tuned in to our events page on Facebook for entertainment schedule; click on above links.
Every Monday (May - October) | 6 PM
Fridays, November 22 & 29 | 5 PM & December 6 & 13 | 4 PM
Get ready to test your knowledge, share laughs, and enjoy friendly competition against the stunning beach backdrop at WaterColor Beach Club. Presented by WaterColor Community Association.
Saturdays and Sundays (March – October) | 8 AM – 2 PM
A plentiful offering consisting of your favorite traditional brunch items as well as seasonal offerings, available for purchase at Fish Out of Water.
Sunday, March 17 | 4 PM - Close
Green, Green and more Green! Join us for Irish style live music and chef inspired features at Fish Out of Water. Green beer and cocktails available for purchase to get the party started!
Every Third Wednesday (March - June) | 7 PM
Indulge in an exclusive and intimate culinary journey at Gather Kitchen + Bar’s private wine pairing dinners. Savor a delectable 5-course dinner curated by WaterColor Executive Sous Chef Leonel Velazquez, complemented by exquisite wines from various California wineries.
Sunday, March 31 | 10 AM – 3 PM
Delight in the flavors of spring at our annual Easter Brunch Buffet. Join us for a bountiful spread featuring delectable dishes to savor and celebrate the joy of the season. Reservations Required by emailing WCISocialEvents@stjoe.com.
Monday, April 1 | All Day
Get ready for a day of delightful surprises, including special food and beverages features at The Canteen in Camp WaterColor. Dive in the fun with pool games and camaraderie- a foolproof recipe for a memorable April Fools' Day!
Thursday, April 18 | 6 PM | WaterColor LakeHouse
Join us in creating a magical prom night for kids with developmental differences in Walton County & Bay County! Teaming up with Westonwood Ranch and local partners, we're hosting an inclusive event to ensure everyone gets to enjoy the prom experience. Special invitations and RSVP details will be sent by Westonwood Ranch.
Help make this night unforgettable by checking out how to participate or get involved at Westonwood.org. Let's create lasting memories together!
Friday, April 26 | 11 AM- 9 PM
Get ready for a pretzel extravaganza! Dive into a variety of distinctive pretzel-themed items and refreshing treats for all ages from Gather Kitchen + Bar. Join us on the WaterColor Inn pool deck for a family-friendly dive-in movie, complete with kids' activities and games available throughout the day.
Sunday, May 5 | All Day
Fiesta like there’s no mañana! Enjoy $5 Frozen Margaritas and Chef features from South of the Border at The Canteen in Camp WaterColor.
Sunday, May 5 | All Day
Join us for a tequila takeover and tasting at Gather Kitchen + Bar! Enjoy an assortment of tequila like you’ve never seen! Complimentary chips and salsa all day. Festive Chef features and drink specials available.
Sunday, May 5th
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with half-priced select tacos and house margaritas all day long at Fish Out of Water!
Sunday, May 12 | All Day
Forget the crowds…come relax at WaterColor Inn Pool and pamper mom with complimentary Rose all day and Chef’s special tea sandwiches at Gather Kitchen + Bar!
May 24 -27 | All Day
Celebrate an All-American Memorial Day with us! Enjoy patriotic food and drink specials all weekend long at Camp WaterColor.
May 24 -27 | All Day
Celebrate an All-American Memorial Day with us! Enjoy patriotic food and drink specials all weekend long at WaterColor Beach Club.
Every Tuesday (Memorial Day- Labor Day) | 8 PM
Join us at the Marina Park Stage every Tuesday for a movie night under the stars. Bring your own chairs or blankets. Presented by WaterColor Community Association.
Every Wednesday (June - August) | 9 AM - 12 NOON
Join us on the Camp WaterColor Field for an exciting day of fun including lawn games include soccer, football, bocce, cornhole, croquet, spikeball, and more! The event is open to all ages, but children 12 and under must be accompanied by a guardian. Presented by WaterColor Community Association.
Sunday, June 9 | All Day
Today is all about the kiddos! Join us for games, music, and fun activities at Camp WaterColor and enjoy special kids food & beverage features that are sure to please your little ones!
Every Wednesday (June- August) | 5 PM
Huck and Lilly are returning to WaterColor Marina Park stage this summer, delighting kids and the grown-ups who love their family-friendly songs. Presented by WaterColor Community Association.
Sunday, June 9 | All Day
Today is all about the kiddos! Join us for games, music, and fun activities on the pool deck at WaterColor Beach Club and enjoy special kids food & beverage features that are sure to please your little ones!
Friday, June 14 | Bourbon Tasting at 4 PM & Discounts Offered All Day
There's no better way to start Father’s Day weekend than with a bourbon tasting! Bring Dad by to sample some great products and take advantage of our discounted bourbon selection to surprise him with a nice bottle! The Package Store is located on the first level of the entrance of Fish Out of Water.
Sunday, June 16 | All Day
Hang by the WaterColor Inn pool with dad or treat him to Gather Kitchen + Bar for a meal with complimentary draft beer for all men.
Sunday, June 16 | 8 AM – 2 PM
Join us at Fish Out of Water for a special Father's Day brunch celebration and treat dad to complimentary coffee, all-you-can eat pancakes, and quality family time.
July 3- 5 | All Day
Celebrate with us and enjoy a Chef's Cookout on the pool deck at WaterColor Beach Club with all your favorite items, Patriotic Drink specials available all day, and live entertainment by DJ 30A from 12 Noon - 7 PM on July 4th. Special nighttime beach chair setups will be available for walk-up rentals at 5:30 PM (first-come, first-served) and our Tiki Bar will be open during the fireworks display on July 4th.
Thursday, July 4 | All Day
Let freedom ring, poolside at WaterColor Inn. Soak up the sun and stay for the fireworks. Pool games and activities for everyone. Themed Chef features available for purchase at Gather Kitchen + Bar.
Thursday, July 4th |Pick-up from 10 AM – 6 PM
Celebrate the red, white, and blue!! Preorder Fish out of Water's Star-Spangled Picnic Meals by July 2nd to be picked up Curbside in front of the WaterColor Package Store on July 4th on your way to the beach for the Fireworks Show! Email WCISocialEvents@stjoe.com to place your order or call (850)-534-5050. The WaterColor Package Store is located on the first level of the entrance to Fish Out of Water.
Thursday, July 4 | 8:30 PM | WaterColor Beach
Don’t miss this spectacular show in the sky celebrating America’s Independence, featuring the largest fireworks show on 30A. Special nighttime WaterColor beach chair setups will be available for walk-up rentals at 5:30 PM (first-come, first-served) for $35 per set and our Tiki Bar will be open during the fireworks display on July 4th.
Tuesday, July 9 | All Day
There is no cow we appreciate more than our very own at Beach Cow! It’s time we give our beloved mascot an official name, and we need your help! Please submit name suggestions to wcbc@stjoe.com (include phone number and email). The winner will be contacted on Friday, July 12th and will receive a gift basket of cow-themed goodies! Come out and enjoy ice cream cone cups with two toppings for only $9 and grab a selfie with our "Beach Cow". Don’t be chicken, join the herd. MOO Y’ALL!
Sunday, July 21 | 4 PM
Let's celebrate with interactive ice cream stations where kids can build and personalize their own Deep South Freeze ice cream treat....Two for One Specials! Come try our unique flavors and toppings while supplies last.
Saturday, August 3 | All Day
Join us on National Watermelon Day for watermelon food and drink features from Gather Kitchen + Bar! Games and activities available on WaterColor Inn's pool deck for the whole family.
August 3 | All Day
Join us on National Watermelon Day for watermelon food and drink features at Fish Out of Water!
Saturday, August 10 | 7- 9 PM | WaterColor Beach
Complimentary WaterColor Beach Bonfire; open to the public. S'mores kits will be available for purchase at the Tiki Bar. Special food/drink packages including Champagne and/or signature cocktails, sodas, bottled waters, small Chef bites and pizza may be purchased by emailing WCBonfire@stjoe.com.
September 11 | All Day
Enjoy special Chef and beverage features at Fish Out of Water, as well as patriotic live music from 5- 8 PM by Brett Stafford Smith. All active and retired military personnel, veterans, law enforcement officers and emergency service professionals (with proper ID) will receive 50% OFF all day!
October 17-20
Experience culinary excellence at the Harvest Wine & Food Festival presented by Destin Charity Wine Auction. With wine dinners, the Grand Tasting at WaterColor’s Cerulean Park, and more, it's the Southeast's premier event. Tickets and details for the 8th Annual Festival will be available in summer 2024 at dcwaf.org/harvest-festival. For the ultimate comfort and convenience, book your stay at WaterColor Inn to enjoy this event!
October 26 | All Day
Join us on National Pumpkin Day and enjoy pumpkin-inspired food and drink features at Fish Out of Water! Mini pumpkin decorating kits available for the kids- we would love to see what they create and display their Lil' Pumpkin all weekend long!
Thursday, October 31 | 3- 5 PM
Come over to Camp WaterColor and show off your costume! Trick or Treat candy available. Pumpkin painting begins at 4 PM ($15++ per person).
November 1 - 2 | Gates Open 5:45 PM; Films Begin 7 PM | Marina Park Amphitheater
Mountainfilm on Tour presents an annual showcase of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and enlightening documentary short films. The selected films align with Mountainfilm's mission of exploring cultures, preserving environments, and promoting adventure. Set against a breathtaking outdoor amphitheater with a starry backdrop, this event offers a captivating experience with thought-provoking films from the renowned festival in Telluride. Stay at WaterColor Inn and enjoy weekend passes to the event!
Visit our Event Page for tickets and more information!
November 11 | All Day
Enjoy Happy Hour all day at Fish Out of Water! Veterans receive a free appetizer or dessert.
Thursday, November 28 | All Day
Gather ‘round the WaterColor Inn pool for a more casual Turkey Day and enjoy featured football games. Festive Chef features available from Gather Kitchen + Bar, including a giant smoked turkey drumstick.
Thursday, November 28 | 10:30 AM – 4 PM
Enjoy turkey and all the trimmings (for 4-6 people) conveniently packaged by Gather Kitchen + Bar for pick-up and/or delivery in WaterColor. Email WCISocialEvents@stjoe.com by November 26th to place order.
Thursday, November 28 | 10 AM
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving spread and all the classic trimmings. Join us for a celebration of gratitude with family and friends at our annual WaterColor Thanksgiving Buffet – a memorable culinary experience awaits!
November 28 | All Day
No better day than one with turkey and dressing. Thanksgiving featured plates are available all day. Enjoy your day with family and let us do all the work for you!
November 29 | 8 AM – 12 NOON
Brunch is served with Santa who is available for pictures & wish lists. Santa will be giving out sweet treats to all the children!
Friday - Sunday, November 29- December 1 | 9 - 10 AM (Map Pick-Up)
Ready to work off Thanksgiviing? Join our Run & Bike Challenge for a chance to win! Check in at WaterColor Beach Club to pick up a biking or walking/running map. Complete the route and track your progress on your personal device (we recommend using the Strata app). Submit a screenshot of your results to WCBC@stjoe.com by 2 PM each day for your miles to be verified and your time to be logged in. Prizes will be awarded for the top performances in both the run and bike categories will be announced via email at sunset each day.
Tuesday, December 24 - Tuesday, January 1 | 8 AM - 2 PM
Celebrate the holidays with us! Fish Out of Water's signature Brunch returns for the holiday season from 8 AM - 2 PM, followed by our All-Day menu served from 2- 9 PM. On Christmas Eve, enjoy live music, and every child will receive a complimentary cookie and decorating kit to take home for Santa!
Tuesday, Dec. 31 | 6 PM- 10 PM
The countdown is on—2024 is coming to a close! Join us as we bid farewell to an incredible year and welcome 2025 in style. Enjoy a memorable evening with the family, featuring a special multi-course dinner or selections from our regular All-Day menu, champagne toasts, and an evening full of celebration. Highlights include live music by local artist Christon Birge from 6 - 9 PM and a photo booth to capture the evening's festivities. No reservations needed, as we welcome all guests on a first-come, first-served basis.
