The sun dips below the Gulf of Mexico, and the boardwalk along Okaloosa Island starts to glow with soft lights. If you are searching for things to do in Fort Walton Beach at night, the area offers a lively mix of options after dark. Live music spills out from bars along Miracle Strip Parkway. Couples enjoy sunset dolphin cruises or grab a drink at a sand-covered bar. Whether you want dancing, arcade games, or a quiet movie, the night here has something for you.
- Best time
- Year-round
- Where to stay
- Okaloosa Island or downtown Fort Walton Beach
- Perfect for
- Couples
- Don't miss
- Sunset Dolphin Cruise
Things I'd tell a friend
A few bits of advice I picked up while exploring Fort Walton Beach after dark.
Pack for the sunset cruise
Bring a cooler with a bottle of wine and some snacks. A mini-charcuterie board works well. The cruise is three hours long, so you'll have time to enjoy it.
Source · From a local regular
Tuesday is karaoke night
AJ's on the Bayou hosts karaoke every Tuesday from 5 to 9 PM. It's a good spot for dinner and singing. Get there early if you want a table.
Source · Heard from a bartender
Ten bucks for all-night games
Rad Bar charges $10 for unlimited arcade games all evening. They also serve beer, wine, cider, and sake. After 9 PM it's 18 and up only.
Source · Tried it myself
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
A three-hour boat tour that combines dolphin watching with a Gulf sunset. You can bring your own drinks and snacks.
- Three-hour sunset tour
- Dolphin sightings in the wild
- Bring your own wine and snacks
- Walking distance from Seaspray condos
Kattywampus Aquatic Adventures runs a Sunset Dolphin Cruise that lasts three hours. The tour gives you views of the Gulf as the sun goes down. You have a good chance of seeing dolphins swimming in the wild. Guests are welcome to bring a cooler with a bottle of wine and their favorite snacks. Many people pack a mini-charcuterie board to share. The cruise is a relaxed way to spend an evening on the water. It is also within walking distance of Seaspray condos, so it's easy to get to if you are staying there.
Bring your own drinks and snacks
You are allowed to bring a cooler with wine and snacks. A mini-charcuterie board is a popular choice.
The tour lasts three hours
Plan for a three-hour outing. It's a sunset cruise, so departure times change with the season.
Walking distance from Seaspray
The cruise departure is within walking distance of Seaspray condos. If you are staying nearby, you can leave your car.
Pack a small cooler with cheese and wine - that's the real way to enjoy the sunset.
Suds n Cinema
A historic downtown theater where you can watch movies and concerts while eating and drinking at your seat.
- Historic theater in downtown FWB
- Movies and concerts on the schedule
- Food and drinks served at your seat
- Pizza, sandwiches, beer, and wine available
Suds n Cinema is a historic theater located in downtown Fort Walton Beach. It hosts movies as well as concerts. What makes it different is that you can order food and drinks and have them brought to your seat. The menu includes concession snacks, pizza, handheld sandwiches, desserts, beer, wine, and seltzers. It's a relaxed way to enjoy a night out without the usual movie-theater restrictions.
Historic theater with a twist
The theater is a historic building in downtown FWB. It shows both movies and concerts, so check the schedule.
Order food at your seat
You don't have to get up for snacks. Pizza, sandwiches, and desserts are all brought to you.
Grab a pizza and a beer - it makes the movie feel like an event.
Downtown Music Hall
A live music venue with a laid-back atmosphere where you can buy tickets online and enjoy food and drinks.
- Live music and concerts
- Buy tickets online in advance
- Food and drinks served on site
- Laid-back atmosphere
Downtown Music Hall is a spot for live music and concerts in Fort Walton Beach. You can buy your tickets online ahead of time. The venue has a relaxed, laid-back environment. They also serve food and drinks, so you can make an evening of it. It's a good option if you want to hear live music without the club scene.
Buy tickets online in advance
Tickets are available online. It's best to purchase them before the night of the show.
Food and drinks available
The venue serves food and drinks, so you can grab dinner or a snack during the show.
Order tickets online before you go - shows can sell out.
AJ's on the Bayou
A weekly Tuesday karaoke night from 5 to 9 PM, combined with dinner and drinks.
- Weekly karaoke every Tuesday
- Runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Dinner and drinks available
- Fun for couples to sing duets
AJ's on the Bayou holds a karaoke night every Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. It's a chance to eat dinner and enjoy entertainment at the same time. You can serenade your date or sing a duet together. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. It's a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.
Tuesday nights from 5 to 9 PM
Karaoke runs every Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. No cover charge is mentioned, so it may be free to join.
Only on Tuesdays
This karaoke event happens only on Tuesdays. Plan your schedule around it.
Tuesday nights are perfect for karaoke - get there early for a good seat.
Rad Bar
An arcade bar with unlimited games for $10 and a full drink menu, plus an 18+ rule after 9 PM.
- Huge selection of arcade games
- $10 for unlimited games all evening
- Beer, wine, cider, and Sake menu
- 18+ after 9:00 PM
Rad Bar is a place where you can play arcade games for a flat fee. Ten dollars gets you unlimited games for the entire evening. They also serve beer, wine, cider, and sake. If you want an adult-only experience, after 9:00 PM the bar is restricted to 18 and older. It's a fun spot for a casual night out with drinks and games.
Ten dollars for unlimited play
Pay $10 once and play as many arcade games as you want for the whole evening.
18+ after 9 PM
Rad Bar becomes an adult-only venue after 9:00 PM. If you are under 18, plan to go earlier.
Sake is on the menu
Along with beer and wine, Rad Bar also serves sake. Try something different while you play.
If you want unlimited games all night, ten bucks gets you in.
Vibe Nightclub and Lounge
A nightclub with eclectic music, live shows, VIP services, and a popular Women's Wednesday event.
- Eclectic mix of music and dancing
- VIP services including bottle service and seating
- Women's Wednesdays with free entry and drinks
- 10 minutes from Okaloosa Island and Destin
Vibe Nightclub and Lounge is located at 116 Perry Avenue SE in Fort Walton Beach. It is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 PM to 4:00 AM. The club features an eclectic mix of musical genres, live shows, and light shows. VIP services are available, including bottle service, VIP seating with performance views, and a VIP bar. On Wednesdays, known as Women's Wednesdays, ladies get in free and enjoy free drinks all evening by reposting the event flyer. The staff, called the Vibe Tribe, is known for friendly service. Flavored hookahs are also available. The club is only 10 minutes from Okaloosa Island and Destin.
Open late Wednesdays through Saturdays
Wed/Thu 9pm-2am, Fri/Sat 9pm-4am. Women's Wednesdays have no cover for ladies with flyer.
Women's Wednesdays deal
Ladies repost the flyer and get free entry and free drinks all night on Wednesdays.
VIP services available
Bottle service, VIP seating, and a VIP bar can be arranged for an upgraded experience.
Wednesday is ladies' night - free drinks and no cover if you show the flyer.
What time does the sunset dolphin cruise start?
The cruise is a sunset tour, so departure times change with the season. It runs for three hours.
Is there a karaoke night during the week?
Yes, AJ's on the Bayou hosts karaoke every Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to play arcade games at Rad Bar?
Rad Bar charges $10 for unlimited arcade games all evening.
What is the age limit at Rad Bar?
Rad Bar is 18 and older after 9:00 PM.
Is Vibe Nightclub open on Mondays?
No, Vibe is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 PM to 2 AM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM to 4 AM.
