Beach Safety Tip

Take a picture of your child with your cell phone before heading to the beach or attending a large public event. This photo will assist public safety personnel find your child should you become separated from them. #ChildSafety

Destin’s Pay-to-Park Program Goes to $5 Flat Fee

Destin, Fla. – Beginning on Monday, March 25^th, the City of Destin will begin charging a $5.00 flat fee per 24 hours for parking in the Destin Harbor District. The new rate, which was approved by City Council on March 4^th, will go into effect at...

2019 Destin Library Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories

Destin, Fla. – The Destin Library is currently looking for sponsors for its 2019 Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories. These sponsors would provide support, either monetary or in-kind, to help make the Summer Reading Program a positive ...

Know Before You Go Beach Safety Tips

The City of Destin welcomes you to the beautiful Emerald Coast. Please take the time to educate yourself on our City ordinances, Beach Flag Warning System and Rip Currents. Enjoy and be safe.

Destin Harbor Pump Ready for Operation

Destin, Fla. – Did you know that Destin’s Harbor Pump System is capable of moving almost 50,000 gallons per minute? The Harbor in Destin, home of Florida’s largest commercial fishing fleet, is a functionally closed 240-acre w...

2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

Destin, Fla. – The 2018 City of Destin audit was approved by City Council on Monday, March 4^th, 2019. To view the comprehensive annual financial report for 2018 please visit

http://www.cityofdestin.com/DocumentCenter/View/12130/2018-CAFR

4th Annual Destin Pooch Palooza

Destin, Fla. – The 4^th Annual Destin Pooch Palooza will take place on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at the Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park located at 4100 Indian Bayou Trail. This is a great opportunity to come out and bring your four legged family membe...

Short-Term Rental Application, Forms and FAQ’s Available Online

Destin, Fla. – On Tuesday, January 22^nd, the City of Destin adopted an ordinance that limits the number of overnight occupants of each short-term rental home in the city to two people per bedroom, plus an additional four people, with an overall ...

Spring Break Letter from Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Ashley

Please review Sheriff Larry Ashley's spring break letter.

Code Compliance Unveils After-Hours Citizen Contact Number

Destin, Fla. – City of Destin Code Compliance Officers protect the public’s well-being and enhance the quality of life by enforcing the city’s health, safety, zoning and sanitation codes. Citizens can now report concerns afte...