El Matador Management Co

10/27/2026

🌴"So amazing, some guests never leave..."

At El Matador Management Co. we pride ourselves on creating an unforgettable poolside experience. Looks like this guest took "relaxing by the pool forever" a little too literally!

Join us this year for a fun, safe, and happy Halloween season! 🎃💀🏊‍♂️🌴

elmatador-rentals.com

10/27/2026

SS UNITED STATES: Okaloosa County will deploy the 990-foot SS United States ocean liner as the world’s largest artificial reef on Thursday, Nov. 12, weather permitting, in the Gulf about 22 nautical miles southwest of Destin-Fort Walton Beach.

The proposed deployment location is 30° 07.148′ N, 86° 46.755′ W.

Full details: https://getthecoast.com/okaloosa-county-to-deploy-ss-united-states-as-worlds-largest-artificial-reef-on-nov-12/

10/15/2026

Live music returns this Friday at The Landing! Bring your friends and family, and let’s have a party! 🎶

And mark your calendars: last Friday’s show with Cat Rhodes & The Truth was postponed due to the storm. They’ll now take the stage October 30 at 6PM!

City of Fort Walton Beach
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida
1021 THE WAVE
92.1 & 97.7 The Bone
92.1 & 97.7 The Bone
Highway 98 Country

09/05/2026

08/24/2026

🌴 Recently Renovated — EL MATADOR 452! 🌊☀️

We’re excited to feature El Matador 452! This unit has been completely remodeled and ready for reservations.

This beautifully updated 2-bedroom condo offers a bright, relaxing coastal feel and gorgeous views of the Gulf. From the stylish kitchen and comfortable living area to the spacious bedrooms, El Matador 452 is ready to be your home away from home on Okaloosa Island.

✨ Beautifully updated interior
🌊 Gorgeous Gulf views
🛏️ 2 comfortable bedrooms
🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen
🛋️ Bright & inviting living space
🏖️ Easy access to El Matador’s beautiful beach and resort amenities

Whether you're planning a family beach vacation, a relaxing getaway, or your next visit to Fort Walton Beach, El Matador 452 is now available to book!

📞 Call us at 850-796-2507
🌐 Book online: https://elmatador-rentals.com/vacation-rentals/452-el-matador/?adults=1&hub_property_id=SXRlbToyMzA3MA%3D%3D

Come experience the beauty of Okaloosa Island and make El Matador 452 part of your next beach vacation! 🌴🌊

06/29/2026

🇺🇸COMING SATURDAY, JULY 4TH🎉

Fourth of July celebration at the Fort Walton Beach Landing

The City of Fort Walton Beach will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a Fourth of July event at the Fort Walton Beach Landing on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

The event kicks off at 5 p.m. We’ll have food vendors and live music from the always awesome Scratch 2020, followed by a fireworks show over Santa Rosa Sound.

Come celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the newly renovated Fort Walton Beach Landing.

The Fort Walton Beach Landing is located at 139 Brooks St SE, in downtown Fort Walton Beach.

05/25/2026

05/06/2026

The music starts this Friday with Miles Flatt at 6PM on the NEW Landing Stage!

04/11/2026

Just a month away from the music being cranked up at the Landing! Friday May 8th the Spring Series starts with Miles Flatt heading in from Jackson, Mississippi

Southern Rock / Country and some Rock & Pop favorites mixed in.


City of Fort Walton Beach
Get The Coast
Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida
Highway 98 Country
Florida Man Radio Network
92.1 & 97.7 The Bone
1021 THE WAVE

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! 🐣🌸
Wishing all of our amazing past and current guests a beautiful day filled with sunshine, happiness, and special moments with family and friends. Thank you for being part of the El Matador family—we can’t wait to see you again soon!