Things to Do in Freeport, FL: Seasonal Events, Sports and Bayfront Adventures
Freeport has a way of filling up the calendar. In a single week you can launch a kayak into the bay, catch a movie night at The Windmills, cheer from the bleachers at the sports complex and wind down with food truck fare and a fresh-brewed beer at Props Brewery. Here are the questions people ask most about things to do in Freeport, FL, from this season’s events to the parks and programs that keep locals busy all year.
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What seasonal events are happening in Freeport this November?
November is one of the fullest months on the local calendar. It kicks off with Freeport’s biggest community festival on Nov. 7, and Saturday, Nov. 14 alone offers three more great ways to spend the day.
13th Annual Freeport Bayfest
Freeport’s signature fall festival returns Sat., Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Freeport Regional Sports Complex, and admission is complimentary. Expect a full day of live entertainment, the Taste of the Bay cooking contest, a car show, a disc golf tournament and the crowd-favorite mullet toss. Kids can head to the Children’s Fun Zone, bounce house, chalk art zone and children’s art contest, while grown-ups browse a long lineup of food and craft vendors. Details and the day’s schedule are at freeportbayfest.com.
The Windmills at Hammock Bay
The Windmills keeps a steady lineup of community gatherings this month:
Fri., Nov. 13 | 6 p.m.: Movie Night featuring Toy Story 5.
Sat., Nov. 14 | 10–11:30 a.m.: The Midlife Edit, a complimentary morning for women navigating midlife, held at the main clubhouse.
Sat., Nov. 14 | 3–7 p.m.: Freeport Night Out with vendors, raffles and live music by the Salty Strays. Every dollar raised goes to two local nonprofits.
Tues., Nov. 17 | 7–8 a.m.: She Means Business women’s networking group. Follow @shemeansbusinessfreeport for the location.
Sat., Nov. 21 | 2–6 p.m.: The Annual Tree Lighting, with vendors, complimentary photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and 12Eleven performing live.
Bluegrass Barn Jam & Fall Fest at Alaqua Animal Refuge
On Sat., Nov. 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Alaqua hosts more than six hours of music headlined by Grammy-nominated bluegrass band Sister Sadie, with Firetown Bluegrass and Black Creek Strings Band also on the bill. Between sets, wander through jam sessions, food trucks, a full bar, local vendors, fall photo spots, crafts and games, and meet some of the refuge’s rescued animals. General admission and VIP tickets are available at alaqua.org.
Tacos & Tequila Under the Trees
Also on Sat., Nov. 14, from noon to 4 p.m., the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center pairs a taco bar with a tequila tasting along a trail scavenger hunt, plus live music and margaritas beneath the pines. This 21-and-up fundraiser supports the center. Tickets are $70, or $40 for nonalcoholic admission, at eowilsoncenter.org.
Hammock Bay Farmers Market
Held the first and third Sundays of each month, with the next markets on Nov. 15 and Dec. 6. Local growers, bakers, artisans and small businesses fill the booths with fresh bread, honey, handmade soaps and candles, jewelry and boutique clothing. Hours change with the seasons, so check the market’s Facebook page before heading over.
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What indoor sports and activities are available in Freeport?
Black Hawk Athletics, Coastal Elite Sports and Hoop House
When summer heat or a rainy afternoon moves practice indoors, these three local facilities keep athletes training year-round. Each runs its own programs, so reach out directly for current sports, age groups and schedules.
Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Freedom Jiu Jitsu
Freeport is home to two Brazilian jiu jitsu academies, a strong option for anyone looking to build fitness, discipline and real self-defense skills. Contact each academy for class times and levels.
South Walton Dance Company
For dancers, South Walton Dance Company brings studio training right to Freeport. Reach out to the studio for current class offerings.
What are the best outdoor things to do in Freeport, FL?
Freeport Regional Sports Complex
This 60-acre park off Hammock Trail East is the center of Freeport’s outdoor life. It packs in nature walking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball and volleyball, baseball and softball fields with batting cages, football and soccer fields, a disc golf course, an outdoor gym, and a large playground with a splash pad. Leave pets at home, since animals are not allowed anywhere inside the complex.
Walton County youth sports leagues
Freeport is one of Walton County Recreation’s regional leagues, and many games and practices take place at the Freeport Regional Sports Complex. Browse current programs, register players and reserve parks and fields through Walton County Recreation’s online catalog.
Disc golf
The course at the sports complex is good enough to host tournaments that draw players from out of state, yet easygoing enough for a family afternoon. Bring a disc or two and play a round.
Windswept Dunes Golf Club
Golfers don’t have to leave town for a tee time. Windswept Dunes is Freeport’s own course, an easy drive from just about anywhere in the area.
Freeport Municipal Pool and Park
A neighborhood favorite for cooling off in the summer, with nature walking trails for a quieter stroll once you’ve dried off.
Where can I launch a boat or kayak in Freeport?
Marse Landing
Set on Four Mile Creek, Marse Landing offers a boat launch and docks with deep-water access to LaGrange Bayou. The docks are a popular spot to drop a line and fish.
Grady Brown Park
Boat launches, a kayak launch and direct bay access make this park a favorite with paddlers and anglers. A playground and park benches round it out for family gatherings.
Shipyard Marina
Boat owners can keep their vessels in dry storage, top off at the fuel dock and head straight into deep water. The marina also runs a boater club for anyone who wants time on the water without owning a boat.
Freeport Veterans Memorial Park
A quieter stop that honors the local men and women who served, and a meaningful place to pause and reflect.
Quick picks: things to do in Freeport, FL by interest
If you love... | Try |
Community events | Freeport Bayfest, The Windmills at Hammock Bay |
Live music and animals | Alaqua Animal Refuge events |
Local shopping | Hammock Bay Farmers Market |
Team sports | Freeport Regional Sports Complex, Walton County leagues |
Indoor training | Black Hawk Athletics, Coastal Elite Sports, Hoop House |
Martial arts | Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Freedom Jiu Jitsu |
Dance | South Walton Dance Company |
Golf | Windswept Dunes Golf Club, disc golf at the Hammock Bay sports complex |
Boating and fishing | Marse Landing, Grady Brown Park, Shipyard Marina |
Swimming | Freeport Municipal Pool and Park |
Ready to live where the weekends plan themselves?
In Freeport, the ball fields, boat launches and community events are minutes from home, not a road trip away. If you’re thinking about buying here, email Jessica at info@waltoncoast.com with your timeline and the activities that matter most to your family, and she’ll send a short list of homes close to them.
Jessica Brown, REALTOR® The Premier Property Group | www.WaltonCoast.com
Sources: Freeport Bayfest (freeportbayfest.com) and City of Freeport Bayfest page (freeportflorida.gov); event details from Freeport Life, “Events Around Freeport” (myfreeportlife.com); The Windmills at Hammock Bay November Events Schedule (facebook.com/windmillsathammockbay); Alaqua Animal Refuge (alaqua.org); E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center (eowilsoncenter.org); Freeport Regional Sports Complex, City of Freeport (freeportflorida.gov); Walton County Recreation program catalog (secure.rec1.com/FL/walton-county-fl/catalog).
Disclaimer: This guide is for general informational purposes only. Event dates, times, ticket prices, programs and facility amenities change often; confirm details directly with each organizer or facility before attending. Mentions are not paid endorsements, and no business or organization compensated the author for inclusion. Nothing in this post is legal, financial or real estate advice; consult a licensed Florida professional for guidance on your situation. Written with the assistance of Ai
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