Best Summer Activities in Miramar Beach: An Ultimate Guide
Soak Up the Sun: Best Things to Do in Miramar Beach This Summer
Summer in Miramar Beach is more than just a vacation—it’s an experience. Between the emerald green waters and the vibrant local culture, there is a rhythm to life here that you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re a local looking for a “staycation” or a visitor planning the ultimate getaway for Summer 2026, here is your definitive guide to the best things to do in Miramar Beach.
1. Dine Under the Stars with SunQuest Cruises
You can’t visit Miramar Beach without experiencing the area’s #1 rated restaurant on TripAdvisor. Leave the crowded land-based eateries behind and step aboard the 125-foot SOLARIS yacht. Cruising from Baytowne Marina, enjoy a three-hour dining experience aboard a luxurious yacht. Indulge in a three-course menu, featuring chef-prepared favorites such as Lump Crab Cakes, Braised Boneless Short Ribs, and Bronzed Atlantic Salmon. Live entertainment keeps the atmosphere lively all night long. Your sophisticated night out on the water awaits, aboard the area’s original dinner cruise. Whether it’s a milestone anniversary or a sophisticated night out with friends, join the locals and visitors who trust the SOLARIS for an unforgettable evening on the water. Learn more at sunquestcruises.com or by calling 850-650-2519.
Location: Baytowne Marina, 8330 Mike Hayes Dr., Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Reservations: required, available online or by calling 850-650-2519
2. End the Night with a Private Beach Bonfire
Did you know that Miramar Beach is located in one of the only counties in Florida that allows bonfires on the beach? End your day with your toes in the white sugar sands and s’mores roasting over your private bonfire. SunQuest the Event Company is a licensed vendor that can take care of all the details for you, from pulling the necessary beach permits to setting up and breaking down your bonfire event. Custom catering is available, ranging from low-country boils, taco bars, and gourmet coastal catering displays.
Location: Various locations across South Walton
Reservations: required, inquire online or by calling 850-830-9359
3. Explore Crab Island with SunVenture Cruises
Staying in Miramar Beach and wanting to visit Crab Island? SunVenture Cruises has a location nearby! Cruising from the Baytowne Marina, arrive at Crab Island in style aboard the 54′ SOL y LUNA. With restrooms onboard and an open-air deck for sun lounging, SunVenture Cruises offers a convenient way to enjoy Crab Island with their captained charters. Cruising from Sandestin, this 4.5-hour Crab Island Excursion is perfect for groups of all sizes. Public cruises and private charters are available, both including a dedicated captain and crew to handle all the details.
Location: Baytowne Marina: 8330 Mike Hayes Dr., Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Reservations: recommended, available online or by calling 850-424-6465
4. Relax Aboard a Summer Fireworks Cruise
The best view of the Miramar Beach fireworks is on the water. And now there are two ways to catch the summer fireworks from the water! Both SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS and SunVenture Cruises’ SOL y LUNA cruise from the Baytowne Marina. Enjoy a dinner cruise with live entertainment aboard SOLARIS, or skip dinner service and enjoy a 1.5-HR fireworks cruise aboard SOL y LUNA!
Location: Baytowne Marina: 8330 Mike Hayes Dr., Miramar Beach, FL 32550
3-HR Sunset, Dinner, & Fireworks Cruise: 3-HR Sunset, Dinner, & Fireworks Cruise: Reservations available online or by calling 850-650-2519
1.5-HR Fireworks Cruise:1.5-HR Fireworks Cruise: Book online or by calling 850-424-6465
5. Start and End Your Day with a Dolphin Cruise
Whether you’re early risers or sunset chasers, there’s a dolphin cruise for you in Miramar Beach! SunVenture Cruises offers two distinct ways to experience the beauty of the Gulf and its local dolphin pods. Start your morning with Dolphins & Donuts, a 1.5-HR cruise starting at 9:00 AM. This cruise includes complimentary donuts, and guests are welcome to bring their own beverages onboard to enjoy. Prefer to sleep in? Daily Sunset Dolphin Cruises are available every evening.
Location: Baytowne Marina: 8330 Mike Hayes Dr., Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Reservations: recommended, available online or by calling 850-424-6465
We hope you’ll take full advantage of all the activities Miramar Beach has to offer this summer! From chasing dolphins at sunset to dining with a view, Miramar Beach is your top destination this summer for family fun!