Are bonfires permitted on these beaches?

Yes—Sunset Shindig operates fully permitted bonfires; they handle permits and local regulations so you don’t have to.

How many people can attend?

Typical setup includes seating for roughly 20 chairs with room for extra guests; discuss group size when booking to confirm seating and permits.

Can we bring food, alcohol, or music?

Food and acoustic music are commonly allowed; alcohol and amplified sound depend on local ordinances—ask the operator when you book.

Where is the meeting point?

Meeting points vary by selected beach near Destin, Miramar Beach, or along Scenic Highway 30A and will be provided at booking based on your chosen access point.

Is it family-friendly?

Yes—these events are suited to families, though children should be supervised around the open flame and near the water.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If high winds or unsafe conditions arise, operators will reschedule or refund according to their policy; check with them the day of your booking.

Sunset Shindig: Private Beach Bonfires on the Emerald Coast

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Trade planning for presence on the Emerald Coast: Sunset Shindig stages private, permitted beach bonfires near Destin, Miramar Beach, and along Scenic Highway 30A. Perfect for small celebrations, their crew handles permits, setup, and seating so you can relax as the sun drops into the Gulf.

3 hours

easy

From $796.65

Sunset Shindig offers a private, fully permitted beach bonfire on the Emerald Coast, with gatherings near Destin, Miramar Beach, and along Scenic Highway 30A. For three hours guests trade the crowded boardwalk for a shoreline set by glassy emerald water and quartz-white sand. Each event is staged on the beach with stacked chairs, a managed wood fire, and an eye toward clean, respectful coastal recreation.

What makes this more than a typical campfire is the local attention to place: the flames are timed to sunset so the sky pulls every color out of the Gulf, while dune grasses and sea oats frame the scene and the tidal sound provides a steady, uncomplicated soundtrack. The Emerald Coast’s signature sand—finely ground quartz that glows under low light—lets you sit close to the coals without sinking into mud, and the low-lying dunes create natural wind breaks that help keep the flames contained.

Sunset Shindig is ideal for small celebrations—birthdays, family reunions, or quiet evenings with friends—because the outfitter handles permits and setup so you can focus on the company. The experience is flexible: choose a spot near Destin for easy access to downtown amenities, or push east toward Scenic Highway 30A for a more secluded stretch of shoreline. Hosts provide seating for groups; attendees should expect a relaxed, social pace rather than a structured itinerary.

Practical considerations matter here. Expect sand underfoot, a cool onshore breeze after dusk, and varying beach access rules depending on municipality; the operator recommends calling for same-day requests. This service connects visitors to a long-standing regional habit—gathering by the sea at sunset—while keeping modern rules of safety and shoreline stewardship in place.

Why book this? On the Emerald Coast, sunsets are a public event; Sunset Shindig arranges the logistics so you can claim a front-row seat without the hassle. The simplicity of a managed bonfire—no hauling wood, no parking scramble—lets you trade planning for presence. For anyone visiting Destin, Miramar Beach, or the 30A corridor who wants to end a day outdoors with warmth, conversation, and the particular kind of hush that happens when light slips into the water, this is an accessible, memorable way to do it.

Hosts typically arrive before guests to set the fire pit, arrange roughly 20 chairs and any extra seating requested, and ensure the burn area meets local permitting requirements. Bring layered clothing—the shoreline cools quickly after sunset—and a small flashlight for the walk back across the dunes. If you’re celebrating, ask about small extras like s’mores supplies or acoustic music; vendors often accommodate reasonable requests. Book ahead for holiday weekends when demand peaks, and remember that same-day reservations may be possible by phone depending on local beach rules and available crew.

About Salty Flame Bonfires

Salty Flame Bonfires is a Destin, Florida business that provides private beach bonfire experiences on the Emerald Coast. The company organizes curated beach bonfire events for families, couples, and groups, offering sunset views, cozy seating, s'mores, and shoreline games. Salty Flame Bonfires offers named packages and experiences including Sunset Shindig, Fire & Waves Extravaganza, Emerald Oasis, Saltwater Social, and Salty Flame Bonfire Packages. Each experience centers on a private beach bonfire with crackling flames, shoreline scenery, and a relaxed atmosphere designed for celebrations, gatherings, or quiet evenings by the sea.

Bookings include setup of the bonfire area and provided amenities tailored to the selected package. Guests can expect warm flames, sunset viewing opportunities on the Emerald Coast, and options appropriate for small-group celebrations. Service descriptions emphasize private beach bonfires, sunset bonfire settings, and package options that include seating, s'mores, and games.

Salty Flame Bonfires lists clear package details so prospective guests can select the option that best fits their group size and occasion. The business highlights private, shoreline experiences and repeated package choices that cater to family nights, couple celebrations, and group gatherings. For visitors seeking a beach bonfire experience in Destin, Salty Flame Bonfires provides dedicated packages focused on comfort, sunset views, shoreline ambiance, and simple, memorable evenings by the water.

The available experiences vary by package and season; prospective guests are encouraged to review individual package summaries before booking to confirm included amenities, group size limits, timing, and any specific requests for the Destin shoreline and pricing details.

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