The Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival is held along the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida in Fort Walton Beach. Named after legendary pirate William Augustus Bowles (aka Billy Bowlegs), this family-friendly, pirate themed celebration is in its 69th year.

Schedule Of events

Skirmish at Fort Walton Beach Landing

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival at the Landing

5:00 pm - Vendor Booths and Food Trucks Open

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm - City of Fort Walton Beach Concerts at the Landing

Captain Billy Bowlegs and Scouting Party Land - Skirmish

Fireworks Show

Captain Billy and some of his Krewe arrive by water at Fort Walton Beach Landing to scout the city prior to their invasion on Saturday. The mayor of Fort Walton Beach and his forces are prepared and they've threatened to arrest Captain Billy if he lands, resulting in a skirmish. There will also be food and beverage vendors, an arts and crafts festival, and live music. The evening will end with a fireworks show over Santa Rosa Sound.