It’s the biggest and best fireworks display on the Emerald Coast! Join Z96 as the City of Destin and Compass Resorts light up the sky over the East Pass. Fireworks start at 9pm on the 4th of July and the patriotic soundtrack is on Z96!… More
What's Happening
Smoke on the Coast
Join Z96 and Destin Commons on Sunday, July 3rd for the 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ and Fireworks Festival. 15 local nonprofit organizations and their barbecue teams compete for the Best barbecue in town with all donations benefiting local charities. Enjoy family fun and live music by Duchess and Tobacco Road starting at…… More
Z96 Beach Patrol
When you’re on the beach and the Florida sun is HOT, Z96 pulls up with ice-cold Pepsi to cool you off! This is the 96 Days of Summer and the Z96 Beach Patrol is all over the Emerald Coast. We’ve got Pepsi and tons of swag from Emerald Coast Connected – the local digital directory that’s…… More
Rip Current Safety Information
Always check the swim flags at your local beach and follow the safety guidelines below. *Entering the Gulf during double red flag conditions can result in a $500 fine and criminal charges. Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone, and…… More
Listen Live
We’re making it even easier for you to stay connected to Z96 wherever you go! We’re always on your radio and you can also stream the #1 Hit Music Station through your computer, smartphone, tablet, and your smart speaker. RADIO If you are in or near the Fort Walton Beach-Destin area, tune your radio to 96.5…… More
Eliott and Nina
Eliott and Nina are taking over weeknights on Z96 and YOU are the star of this show! Every night is loaded with your phone calls, today’s hottest hits, celebrity and artist updates, pop culture news, and lots of social media! Weeknights 6-11 pm on Z96 Call 855-545-LIVE Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok |…… More
Everyday Heroes
Here’s a shout-out to Everyday Heroes on the Emerald Coast! They go above and beyond. They serve our community. They are humble and kind. You know who they are, so nominate a business, store, group, or Here’s a shout-out to Everyday Heroes on the Emerald Coast! They go above and beyond. They serve our community.…… More
Z96 Saturday Night Hit Mix
Z96 is throwing the world’s biggest dance party and Saturday nights will never be the same. You get all of your favorite artists and your favorite songs, back-to-back and beat-to-beat! It’s a non-stop party that goes wherever you go. The Z96 Saturday Night Hit Mix starts at 8pm every Saturday on Z96!… More
Z96 Beach Cams from Old 98 Destin
Explore the views along Old 98 and its surrounding communities. Anytime. Anywhere. It’s never been easier to check the beach conditions LIVE on your desktop, tablet or smartphone. Click on the cameras below and take control of your view! And be sure to check out Old98Destin.com for real estate, rentals and cool apparel. AJ’S…… More
Storm Information
Cumulus Storm Team
The Cumulus Storm Team is always ready and if tropical weather threatens our area, we will activate the storm center and partner with WEAR ABC 3 to give you up-to-the-minute information that could save your life. You’ll also get public information updates, county-by-county with area closings and more, on our social media outlets. We are…… More
