Known as one of the largest and most popular winter food events along Florida’s Emerald Coast, the Sandestin Gumbo Festival returns to The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort for an unforgettable weekend of festivities and delicious food. Guests will kick off the weekend on Friday, February 24 from 4 – 7 p.m. with a delicious seafood boil at Hammerhead’s Bar & Grille, complete with live music and great company. At 12 p.m. on Saturday, February 25 guests can enjoy live music and funky beats from Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krewe, tons of family-friendly activities and the best gumbo cook-off on the Gulf Coast as they witness the area’s best chefs compete for bragging rights with gumbo and Bloody Mary showdowns.

Where to stay:
Those looking for luxurious Southern charm and hospitality can stay in style at Hotel Effie and receive two adult tickets to the Sandestin Gumbo Festival when they book. Relax after a day of delicious gumbo tastings in a spacious luxe room with stunning views of the bay and lush hotel grounds. Guests must be 21 years or older to book this offer.

Travelers and locals alike can save 40% on their accommodations when they stay two or more nights at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort during the Sandestin Gumbo Festival. Additionally, they will receive complimentary tickets to the festival per adult with their stay. The offer is valid until February 20 for arrivals between February 22 – February 25 and is based on availability. To secure this offer, guests can use code FLFGPT at checkout.

Guests can experience lavish luxury at Osprey Point’s spacious condos complete with a private expansive balcony with stunning bay views where they have easy access to everything from beach to bay to gumbo tastings.