Brews by the Bay Craft Beer Festival offers unlimited samplings local and national craft beers. Held at Panacea’s Woolley Park overlooking picturesque Dickerson Bay, Brews by the Bay is a one of a kind craft beer festival. The event features live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, and live animals like eagles and pelicans. All proceeds will benefit the Florida Wild Mammal Association.
Panacea Oyseter Festival
Sponsored by Panacea Waterfronts Florida Partnership
Date: 2nd Saturday in February
Location: Woolley Park in Panacea
Time: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Showcasing local Farm Raised Oysters! Featuring live music, oysters, beer, and much more!
Old Growth Forest Network Dedication
Sponsored by Wakulla Springs State Park
Date: Friday, February 19
Location: The Lodge Terrace at Wakulla Springs
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Legacy Property at Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park will be formally inducted into the Old-Growth Forest Network. Dr. Sarah Horsley, Network Manager of the Old-Growth Forest Network, will be there to present a plaque to park officials. In honor of the occasion, the Lodge at Wakulla Springs will offer a special lunch buffet for $19.99, featuring its signature fried Gulf shrimp and Tuscan chicken. Following lunch, participants are welcome to enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt of the Sally Ward Trail.
Registration is required and space is limited. Please RSVP To Jeff Hugo no later than Monday, February 15 at jeffrey.hugo@floridadep.gov or call (850) 561-7286.
African American Heritage Celebration
Sponsored by Wakulla County Christian Coalition
Date: 3rd Saturday in February
Location: Hudson Park in Crawfordville
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This celebration is Wakulla County’s tribute to African-American culture and co-insides with America’s annual recognition of Black History Month. From ethnic food to African American arts and crafts and live performing artists, there’s never a dull moment. The event always features an African American-themed parade, complete with the sounds of local high school marching bands.