Burning Up The Beaches

Disclaimer: We are promoting this event on behalf of a local chamber member. This event is not managed or sponsored by the Destin Chamber.



The Arc of the Emerald Coast's "Burning Up The Beaches" is back and better than ever! This fundraiser features classic cars, antiques, motorcycles and makes and models of all kinds from all around the Gulf Coast showing off their prized possession May 2nd - 3rd.

This event is our largest and most needed fundraiser of the year and directly supports our agency?s efforts to provide services and programs to the children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that we serve. 

The weekend event will feature:

• An early packet pick-up party at the Elks Lodge on Okaloosa Island on Thursday May 1st from 3pm - 6pm
• A cruise on Friday May 2nd, visiting local attractions up and down the streets of Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida
• An 80s themed dinner party later that evening on Friday night at The Island Resort, with live music from Flash Flood and one-of-a-kind silent auction items
• And our signature car show in Destin Commons on Saturday May 3rd starting at 8am featuring car valve races, live entertainment by DJ Salty, vendors, awards, merchandise and more!