Pier Park Concert Series – George Porter Jr & the Runnin' Pardners Play Tonight!

Only four more concerts scheduled as part of the Pier Park summer concert series 2010 – so be sure to catch tonight’s fantastic show! George Porter Jr is New Orleans’ premier bass player, and has performed with artists such as Paul McCartney, Jimmy Buffett, David Byrne, Patti LaBelle, Robbie Robertson and Tori Amos. Continue reading “Pier Park Concert Series – George Porter Jr & the Runnin' Pardners Play Tonight!”

Win a FREE Annual Pass to Miracle Strip in Pier Park

We’re halfway through the summer season in Panama City Beach, but we still have months of warm weather and plenty of time to enjoy Miracle Strip @ Pier Park.

You may remember a few months back, when Teddy and Jenny Meeks finally brought their vision to fruition by opening the much appraised and anticipated Miracle Strip @ Pier Park.  It all started with the original Carousel they purchased, restored and opened in Pier Park early 2009.  People came from all around to relive childhood memories of their carousel adventures of yesteryear.

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Ruptured Oil Well Capped, Is the Oil Spill Threat Behind Us?

More than half-way through the summer, BP has finally capped the spewing well in the Gulf of Mexico and is, at this point, preventing any more oil from spewing from the ruptured Deep Horizon Oil well 5,000 feet below the surface.  There are reports that the capping has instigated a seepage of oil in other spots, which could be terrible if confirmed, but with the first of two relief wells almost complete and set to open in just a couple short weeks, officials are hopeful that there is an end in sight to this mess.

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HUGE Celebration at Pier Park THIS SATURDAY

Pier Park will come alive this weekend with BeachFest!  This fun, family oriented event will take place Saturday, July 17th starting at 4:00 pm with the evening events ending with a 9:00 pm fireworks show.  It’s a celebration of thanks for all of the guests visiting Panama City Beach whether they are visiting from 20 or 2,000 miles away.  It’s all about family fun at Panama City Beach and there is no charge.

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New to Pier Park, Toys R Us and MORE!

Pier Park is pleased to announce two new stores, several amusement rides, and a Toys R Us Express.

“We’re so pleased to offer these new retailers, and amusements to the community and our visitors,” said Felicia Cook, director of marketing and business development at Pier Park. “With perfect timing for summer fun, these additions are another reason Pier Park is the place to be!”

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UPDATE: Panama City Beach Currently NOT On Oil Spill Trajectory Map

(Latest update: July 15, 2010)

Over the last few weeks, very small quantities of oil product have been reported and cleaned up on Panama City Beach.  And, when I say very small quantities, I mean so small that almost no one saw any oil wash up on the shores of Panama City Beach before it was cleaned up by the 700+ beach clean up workers that continue to patrol the beaches.  In addition to the 700+ workers that are walking the beaches by day, there are around 250 walking the beaches at night.

As of July 14th, the oil plume was located 130 miles from Panama City Beach.  At one point, it was as close as 20 miles off our coast.  What this means is that for the next two to three weeks, our beaches are all but totally guaranteed to be oil free.  This is great for the summer tourism season.  Right now, we are well outside the NOAA 72 hour area of uncertainty.

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Pier Park Concert Series – Heritage Plays Tonight!

Looking for a fun way to spend this Thursday evening in Panama City Beach? Head to the Aaron Bessant Amphitheater for Pier Park’s free summer concert series, tonight featuring the upbeat sounds of Heritage! This popular Destin band provides a harmonious blend of reggae, island rock, funk and R & B – sure to lift your spirits and have you on your feet! Continue reading “Pier Park Concert Series – Heritage Plays Tonight!”

Enjoy the State Parks for Free this Saturday!

This Saturday, July 17th, all state parks in Florida will be completely FREE, in honor of Parks and Recreation month! Panama City Beach is fortunate to have two fantastic state parks – each unique, yet both equally as spectacular. If you haven’t ever visited either St. Andrew’s State Park or Camp Helen State Park or haven’t been in a while, this weekend will be a great chance to experience their beauty without paying a cent! Here’s a rundown on each. Continue reading “Enjoy the State Parks for Free this Saturday!”