Sandestin Gumbo and Bloody Mary Festival

The 37th Annual Sandestin Gumbo & Bloody Mary Festival returns on February 20-21, 2026, transforming the Village of Baytowne Wharf (Sandestin, Florida) into a hub of Southern cuisine and coastal revelry. Over two days, guests can savor countless gumbo recipes as Gulf Coast chefs compete for bragging rights as “Best Gumbo on the Emerald Coast” – and you get to cast your vote for the crowd favorite. In addition to the gumbo cook-off, a spirited Bloody Mary competition invites you to sample creative cocktails from the area’s top bars and crown the “Best Bloody Mary at the Beach”. Live music, a Friday night seafood boil kickoff, and plenty of Florida sunshine add to the festive atmosphere, making this waterfront celebration the perfect winter getaway for foodies and fun-seekers alike