2026 Emerald Coast Open Lionfish Festival Volunteers

The Emerald Coast Lionfish Festival is a 2-day event held in conjunction with the final two days of the Emerald Coast Open Tournament. Volunteers are needed in various capacities during the event. The Emerald Coast Lionfish Festival will be open to the public from 10 AM to 5 PM CDT Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Destin, FL. Volunteer opportunities are available 8 AM to 5 PM CST both days of the festival. The headquarters of the festival and Emerald Coast Open tournament will be hosted at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar, with the festival continuing along the HarborWalk Village. Contact Dana Stephens at dlbigham@ufl.edu or 850-826-1316 for additional information and questions.