Weddings

24 miles of sugar-white sand, dazzling emerald waters, and breathtaking sunsets make the Emerald Coast a beautiful backdrop for a dream wedding. Enjoy barefoot nuptials along the water’s edge, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

The coastal towns of Destin and Fort Walton Beach offer outdoor waterside venues such as Henderson State Park, Beasley Park, The Boardwalk, James Lee Park, and Fort Walton Beach Landing. Equipped with gazebos, pavilions, and wooden dune walkovers, these surreal settings provide the perfect spots to hold a ceremony. For a unique wedding experience, say “I do” aboard a private dolphin cruise or sailing schooner.

Host your wedding reception in an elegant ballroom, luxurious poolside patio, or one of our casual seaside restaurants. With 4-star resorts, Gulf-side hotels, and spacious condos, you are sure to find accommodations to please all of your wedding guests. After the big day, the Emerald Coast offers the perfect, relaxing honeymoon location where you can begin making memories of your new lives together.

For Marriage Licenses call the Okaloosa County Courthouse at (850) 651-7200 x 3 or download your permit by clicking here.

For County Beach Park Wedding Permits call Public Works at (850) 689-5772. The following permits are available for download: Special Event Permit Form, Hold Harmless Agreement, Resolution for Special Events, and Special Event Reservation Info.

For assistance with your next Wedding or Group Event, call the Emerald Coast CVB Sales Department at 850-651-7647 or submit a wedding request below.

Photos provided by Barefoot Beach Weddings and All Occasions Photography. Click here to view a complete list of local wedding specialists.