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Things to Do – Crestview

Crestview is called “The Hub City” for a reason. Lying at the juncture of three major roadways – Interstate 10, State Highway 85 and Highway 90, it is also one of the best-kept secrets on the Emerald Coast. Crestview is one of the fastest growing towns in the region, but is still an unspoiled, natural resource. With its proximity to other major municipalities, as well as a major interstate highway, Crestview is close to everything, while still being “away from it all.”

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Movies Fine Arts Festivals
Attractions   Restaurants   Museums
Sports   Shopping   Libraries
Parks   Nightlife    

 

Movies

  • Crestview III Cinema
    789 Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 682-3201

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Attractions

Walk a little more on the wild side at Sasquatch Zoo where you can not only see exotic animals up close, you can even hold one.

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Sports

Whether you want to roll, bowl or play ball, Crestview parks and recreation spots offer a little something of everything.
  • Twin Hills Park – sports league home fields, tennis and basketball courts, beach volleyball, indoor gym
    East Highway 90
    (850) 682-4715
  • Fairview Park – softball fields, outdoor basketball court, youth recreational center, playground
    McClelland Street
    (850) 682-4715

  • Shoal River Bowling Center
    5204 Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 682-1310

  • Emerald Coast Dragway - asphalt drah strip
    7134 Garner Landing Road
    Holt
    (850) 537-7223 or (334) 299-0303

  • Foxwood Golf Club
    4927 Antioch Road
    (850) 682-2012

  • Hot Wheels Skating Center
    383 Coleman St.
    (850) 682-6699

  • Fishing – find information and articles all about fishing in the local area
    Fishing licenses – Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission

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Parks

Take time to slow down in Crestview! Go for a family picnic, a little fishing or a lazy day on Blackwater River.

  • Spanish Trail Park – special events, pavilions, restrooms, ball fields, Senior Center
    Stillwell Boulevard
    (850) 682-4715

  • Beaver Creek Park – picnic tables, grills, fishing ponds, walking/jogging trails
    Mill Pond Cove
    (850) 682-4715

  • Countryview Park – playground, pavilions, restrooms, ball fields
    Jeffryscott Drive
    (850) 682-4715

  • Blackwater River State Park – canoeing/kayaking, fishing, camping, hiking, swimming
    7720 Deaton Bridge Road
    (850) 983-5363

  • Environmental Center – pavilion, student learning center
    Butler Circle, next to Crestview Fire Tower
    (850) 682-4715

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Fine Arts

For an evening of good clean fun accented by homegrown country music, follow the signs to the Panhandle Opry.

  • Panhandle Opry – known as the “Cleanest Country Music Show in Northwest Florida”
    I-10 exit 70, Mossy Head
    (850) 892-7585

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Restaurants

With a mixture of local favorites and well-loved franchises, Crestview offers a wealth of fine dining.

  • Hooter’s
    3698 S Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 654-1007

  • Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill
    215 Raspberry Road
    (850) 689-0050

  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
    201 Cracker Barrel Rd (I-10/Hwy 85)
    (850) 682-8804

  • Nim’s Garden Chinese Restaurant
    4285 S Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 683-0958

  • Ryan’s Family Steakhouse
    3000 S Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 423-7160

  • La Rumba Mexican Restaurant
    100 John King Road
    (850) 683-0208

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Shopping

If you can’t find that unique treasure you’ve always wanted at the area’s largest flea market – a 40+acre shopping mall, featuring 500 vendor booths, you’re simply not looking hard enough.

  • Wal-Mart Super Store
    3351 S Ferdon Blvd.
    (850) 682-8001

  • Superflea Market
    Across from Super Wal-Mart
    Hwy 85/I-10Raspberry Road
    (850) 683-1117
  • Historic Downtown Crestview
    Main Street
    (850) 689-3722

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Nightlife

It’s not always quiet in Crestview! Spend an evening out at one of these local hot spots.

  • Keewee’s
    699 W James Lee Blvd.
    (850) 682-5811

  • The Oasis
    892 W James Lee Blvd.
    (850) 689-0465

  • Gecko’s
    108 John King Road
    (850) 682-2242

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Festivals

It’s all about fun and family. Crestview festivals bring out the kid in everyone while making everyone feel like they are a part of a big, extended family.
  • Children’s Day Festival – late March

  • Triple “B” Cook-off (barbeque contest) - March

  • Old Spanish Trail Festival – late April/early May

  • Carver-Hill May Day Festival – late May

  • Downtown Fall Festival – late October

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Museums

History and tradition plays a big part in Crestview’s heritage. Step back in time to a sometimes a quieter time and sometimes a courageous time.
  • Carver-Hill Museum – listed on the Florida Black Heritage Trail
    895 McClelland St.
    (850) 682-4003

  • Okaloosa County Veterans Memorial
    Main Street (near City Hall)

  • Baker Block Museum
    1307 Georgia Ave.
    Baker
    (850) 537-5714

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Library

A good book, a quiet room, a soft chair and you’ve found an oasis in the hustle and bustle of the city – check out Crestview’s public library.

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