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Coastal Flavors Meet Family Favorites

The best dining in Fort Walton Beach begins right here at The Island Resort. From beachside and poolside favorites to signature dining spaces, discover options for every taste and every moment of the day. Enjoy tacos and burritos by the pool at Cabana Cantina & Tequileria, or savor fresh flavors from land and seas at Sea Oats. Swim up to the Grotto Bar for a refreshing drink beneath cascading waterfalls. Slip on your flip flops and catch a stunning sunset at the Beach Bar, or grab treats to go from our iconic food trucks-sweet delights from Frosty Palm or savory handhelds from Sizzle n Smash. Unwind, indulge, and live your best vacation life.

 

A wooden table spread with a Mexican feast, including trays of tacos, burritos, salads, salsas, and colorful cocktails.

Cabana Cantina & Tequileria

Embrace the tropical vibes under shady umbrellas at Cabana Cantina & Tequileria. Tacos, burritos, chips and salsa and more are just steps from our pools, so you can get right back to relaxation.

Sea Oats

Sea Oats Kitchen and Bar is rooted in the rhythms, flavors, and traditions of the Gulf Coast.
A white and pink Airstream-style food trailer branded

Frosty Palm

Grab tasty handcrafted treats and boozy milkshakes just steps from the beach at The Frosty Palm food truck on the Beach Patio.

The Beach Bar

Cold drinks, beach views, you can’t lose. Step off the sand to sip a cold beer or handcrafted cocktails, grab a bite, and enjoy live music at the Beach Bar.
A silver Airstream-style food truck branded

Sizzle & Smash

Grab savory handhelds like smash burgers, shrimp bo poys and more just steps from the beach at The Sizzle & Smash food truck on the Beach Patio.

Grotto Bar

Walk up or swim up to the only swim-up bar on the Emerald Coast. Enjoy drinks day and night as water falls from atop our famous grotto pool.

Happy Hour

Why have just one hour when you can have two? From 4-6pm daily, save on wine, beer, spirits, and snacks.

The Island Resort Events

  • Jul16

    Kids Camp-PM

    Enjoy some alone time while the kids are having fun: Activities may include games, group activities, crafts and dinner. Sign up by adding it on to your reservation. See the front desk for more info $40 per child.
    Ages 6-12, any child under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Neverland Island | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Jul16

    Live music with Second Breakfast 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jul17

    Yoga

    Meet us on The Island Green to start your day with a refreshing yoga experience overlooking the Gulf.(Subject to change)

    The Island Green | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • A nature guide wearing a vest covered in patches shows a small turtle to a group of curious children in swimwear seated on a patio.
    Jul17

    Nonie’s Animal Encounter

    Meet Nonie and her animal friends.

    Neverland Island | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Jul17

    Kids Camp – AM

    Enjoy some alone time while the kids are having fun: Activities may include games, group activities, crafts, snacks and meals. Sign up by adding it on to your reservation. See the front desk for more info $20 per child $10 per additional child.
    Ages 6-12, any child under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up by 10pm the day before

    Neverland Island | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Jul17

    DJ Pool Party 12-4pm

    The volume of FUN turns up at The Island's DJ poolside parties!

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Jul17

    Music Trivia meets name that tune

    Put your music knowledge to the test!

    Bar Lounge | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Jul17

    Fire Pit and Smores 7:30-8:30pm

    Join us at  the fire pit! Make smores and have good conversation! (While supplies last)

    Neverland Patio | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Misty Mermaid
    Jul18

    Meet Misty the Mermaid 10A-2P

    Stop by the Grotto pool to meet, greet and take photos with Misty herself.
    (Break 12-12:30) Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass.

    Grotto or Cabana Pool | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Jul18

    Live Music with Bryan Bludworth

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jul19

    Live Music with Alexa Burroughs 6-9Pm

    Live music at the Beach Bar

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • A large group of smiling people participating in an aqua fitness class in a resort pool, with a large rock waterfall feature in the background.
    Jul20

    Aqua Zumba

    Dive into the Grotto Pool and have a dance party with your new vacation friends. (Day and time subject to change) Weather Permitting

    Grotto Pool | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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    Jul20

    Pirate Games with Mickey

    Do you have what it takes to be a pirate? Become an official Island Pirate.

    Neverland Patio | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Jul20

    Live Music with Ryan Linguiti

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jul21

    Bubbles and Beyond!

    Poolside Bubbles, Balloon Twisting and more

    Neverland Island Patio | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Jul21

    Live Music with JaAM! Jason Finley and Amber Mandel Duo

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Misty Mermaid
    Jul22

    Meet Misty the Mermaid 10A-12P

    Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass.

    Grotto or Cabana Pool, Grotto Pool | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Island Concert series
    Jul22

    2026 Island Concert Series and Fireworks

    Beach Patio | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Jul23

    Pound Fitness

    Channel your inner rockstar with this full body cardio-jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing, and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Dates and time scheduled to change. Weather Permitting

    Island Green | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Jul23

    Mickey’s summer of art

    Summer of Arts is a lively, interactive juggling show where everyday art supplies are tossed and balanced in creative, unexpected ways. Children join the fun onstage to help spin colorful plates and become part of the performance. magical moments bring ribbons, colors, and drawings to life between high-energy juggling routines. The show celebrates imagination, movement, and hands-on creativity.

    Neverland Island Patio | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Jul23

    Live Music with Rick Esguerra 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jul25

    Live music with Slingo

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • the velveteen
    Jul27

    Live Music with The Velveteen ! 6-9pm

    Enjoy live music from our local artists as you soak in the sun and the view. Weather permitting.

    Beach Bar | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • A night scene showing a bright full moon illuminating a cloudy sky over the ocean, with a small striped beach hut structure in the foreground.
    Jul30

    Full Moon Party

    DJ party, fire poi, balloons, facepaint and more! Free for guests available to the public with the purchase of a day pass. https://www.resortpass.com/hotels/the-island-resort-at-fort-walton-beach

    Grotto Pool | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • A large group of smiling people participating in an aqua fitness class in a resort pool, with a large rock waterfall feature in the background.
    Aug5

    Aqua Zumba

    Dive into the Grotto Pool and have a dance party with your new vacation friends. (Day and time subject to change) Weather Permitting

    Grotto Pool | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Aug11

    Sand Castle Building with Dan in the Sand

    grab a bucket and join Dan as he teaches you the basics of sand castle building.

    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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