The City of Destin is launching a new paid parking program, Destin Park & Play, starting Sunday, March 1, 2026.  Partnering with LAZ Parking, a nationally recognized leader in municipal parking management, will allow us a modern approach to enhance convenience and improve parking availability.

Destin Park & Play is a mobile-friendly system that allows users to pay quickly by scanning a QR code or texting to start a session. No app download is required, making parking in our Harbor and Beach Districts easier.

Parking rates remain:
$20 for 4 hours in the Beach Parking District
$15 per day in the Harbor Parking District

Free for Destin residents with a Parking decal 

LAZ technology will also be used to collect boat launch fees at Joe’s Bayou Boat Launch. The launch fee remains $25. This updated system will provide a simple, convenient way to pay on-site while helping the City manage the facility more efficiently.

One of the many perks of being a Destin resident is access to free parking in City-managed areas with a Resident Parking Pass.  Our residents (within the corporate limits) are encouraged to pick up their free Resident Parking Pass. Passes are available at City Hall, Destin Community Center or you can register online via our website. You need your Driver’s License and Vehicle Registration by to get your free pass.  Limit two passes per Destin household.

We’ll continue sharing details, FAQs, and reminders as this program develops. We appreciate your patience and support as we implement Destin Park & Play and continue working to improve parking access.