Happening in November in Destin
Saturday, November 9
Habitrot for Humanity Half Marathon and 5K Run
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, 6 a.m. to noon
Course features spectacular scenery ranging from beach to bay. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
Saturday, November 16
Sandestin Wine Festival presents Sparkling Wine and Holiday Nights
Village of Baytowne Wharf, 4 to 7 p.m.
Participants will sample a selection of champagnes and sparkling wines, plus complimentary holiday fare from Village restaurants. Cost is $40 per person.
www.sandestinwinefestival.com for tickets
Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Thanksgiving Brunch on the Bay
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Linkside Conference Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Menu includes fresh shrimp, oysters, and crab claws; made-to-order omelets; sage-rubbed roasted turkey; pineapple and bourbon-glazed ham; roasted steamship round of beef; assorted seasonal sides; and bananas foster flambe. Cost is $46 per person (adult), $19 (ages 5 to 12).
850-267-6398 or thanksgivingbrunch@sandestin.com for reservations
Thanksgiving Buffet Feast
Solaris Luxury Cruise, 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. Leaves from Sandestin’s Baytowne Marina.
The Solaris is a 125-foot, three-deck, 5,200-square-foot yacht. Menu includes garlic-and-herb-roasted turkey with giblet gravy, maple ham, and shrimp-and-andouille jambalaya. Full-service bar will be open throughout the cruise. Cost is $58 per person (adults), $35 (ages 3 to 10), $20 (under 3).
850-650-2519 or www.SunQuestCruises.com for reservations
Thanksgiving Day Feast at Hilton Sandestin
Emerald Ballroom, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Menu includes chef-carved fried turkey breast and cranberry-cornbread dressing, Grouper Casino, chicken roulade with cranberry and sage, and roasted Long Island duck in orange sauce. Cost is $34.95 per person (adults), $12.95 (ages 6 to 12), and complimentary for children 5 and under accompanied by a paid adult.
850-267-9500, extension 44, or 800-559-1805 for reservations
