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5 Fun Bonfire Facts
- The British observe Guy Fawkes Day, also called Bonfire Night, on November 5 to commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 to kill the Protestant King, Kames I.
- Christmas Eve bonfires are a tradition in Louisiana, possibly to light the way for Papa Noel.
- The first mention of S’mores is in a 1927 Girl Scout manual. How about a classic s’mores recipe? Click Here.
- In Kyoto, Japan, 5 bonfires light up the night during the Kyoto Gozan Okuribi (festival).
- Bonfires are celebrated in different ways all around the world, see more and enjoy some kids bonfire tradition worksheets.
Do It Yourself Bonfire on the Beach
Bonfires on the Beach in Volusia County (North Florida, Gulf of Mexico side)
Looking to do it yourself? Grab your snacks, drinks, and chairs and head to Volusia County. You can bring your own firepit or pick up free fire rings from the county. You don’t need a permit but you will need a reservation which can be completed online.
Beach visitors are permitted to bring their own bonfire pit as long as it’s not sea turtle nesting season. No permit necessary! All rules still apply.
Volusia County’s Beach Safety Division provides fire rings free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations for the fire pits must be made in advance; reservations for the next season will not be taken before Oct. 26
Satellite Beach (Atlantic side, south of Cape Canaveral)
BONFIRE SEASON BEGINS NOVEMBER 1 AND RUNS THROUGH THE END OF FEBRUARY
All permits will be issued by the Recreation Department (Located at 1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach, FL 32937) on a first come, first serve basis. Permit fees are $50 each, plus a fully refundable security/damage deposit in the amount of $100 per bonfire site, and a signed and notarized hold harmless agreement. PLEASE NOTE: Last minute bonfire permits issued for the upcoming weekend must have the notarized paperwork completed and be paid for in full no later than 12Noon on Friday (or by Wednesday for weekend of Thanksgiving/Christmas).
Bonfire Safety
A Beach Service Bonfire Experience
Fort Walton County has quite a few vendors competing to provide you with a wonderful group experience. This is not an exhaustive list but just a few of the vendors you can find from a quick search.
SoWal Beach Bonfires Beach Bonfire / $375
Standard Package Includes:
- • 3 Hour Fire
- • Legal Permit for Walton County Beach Fire
- • Wood
- • Metal Fire Pit
- • Set up & Breakdown
- • (4) Canvas and Wood Beach Chairs
- • (1) Standard 6′ Table
- • (4) tiki torches
- • SoWal Beach Bonfires Staff Onsite to Attend to Fire for guests for duration of your scheduled South Walton Beach bonfire experience
30A Blaze offers several bonfire packages including special events with permits for larger groups.
BASIC BONFIRE $350
- 2 Hour Fire
- Up to 6 Chairs
- 2 Side Tables
- 2 Tiki Torches
- Trash Can
- Roasting Sticks
- Attendant
3 Hour – HERMIT CRAB PACKAGE
- 4 Tiki Torches
- 1 Fire Pit
- Bring Your Own Chairs
- S’mores
- Personal Beach Attendant
Private House Beachside Bonfire $375 with ENDLESS BEACH RENTALS LLC
Beachside Bonfire – Choose from 3 options: $375 – 3 hour bonfire, up to 8 chairs, single hammock & table with cover $475 – 3 hour bonfire, up to 15 chairs, single hammock, table with cover, cornhole, cooler with ice, s’mores kit & bluetooth speaker
5 Hotels with Firepits
This is typically the easiest way to enjoy a bonfire throughout Florida. You may also be able to find a private rental with a firepit as well.
SandPearl Resort – Clearwater, FL
Traveler’s Choice 2020 – with 700 ft of sugar white sand beach front on the Gulf of Mexico.
JW Marriott – Marco Island, FL
Traveler’s Choice 2020 – luxury resort with a private white sand beach on the Gulf of Mexico.
Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island – Clearwater, FL
Traveler’s Choice 2020 – Condominimum resort on the Atlantic Ocean.
Bonfire At Home – Wherever You Are
Beautiful table firepits on Amazon that can put you in a Bonfire state of mind.
Enjoy Wandering during Bonfire Season!
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2 thoughts on “Guide to Bonfire Season in Florida: Experience Tranquil Sunset Moments”
I’ve never been to an actual bonfire. But they sound fun, and you gave many good ideas and safety rules.
They can be romantic, for friends, or for family time. Let me know if you try it!