Just for Kids
Every child who enters a fish in the Destin Fishing Rodeo that weighs 1 lb. or more gets a rod and reel and a certificate suitable for framing!
September 2026
78th Annual Rodeo “Reel Local” Kick-Off Party (Tuesday, September 29th)
Immediately following the Captains and Mates Meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 6:00 pm, AJ’s will host the 78th Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo Kick-Off Party. Family-fun gathering with Live Music! Join Us! Sponsored by Bud Light. www.ajsdestin.com
October 2026
Kids Fall Movie Festival – (Monday, October 12th)
School is out for Columbus Day and AJ’s has just the thing to keep the kids entertained! AJ’s will be showing a FREE movie on the famous JumboTron! Kids will be treated to hot dogs, popcorn and snowcones! For more details, please visit www.ajsdestin.com.
Larry Hatchett Fishing Foundation Day (Saturday, October 17th)
Each October, The Larry Hatchett Fishing Foundation brings in children from foster situations to fish and learn about marine habitats and environmental awareness. Sponsored by The New Florida Girl’s American Spirit, Fish Florida, AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar, Pilot Company, Zup-Med Memphis and Destin Realty.
Halloween on the Harbor (Saturday, October 31st)
Wear your costume and join Rodeo captains, anglers, Rodeo judges, Miss Destin and Rodeo volunteers to be a part of the largest Halloween Party on the Destin Harbor!
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