• Events and Festivals



    March 2012

    • March
      02
    • March 02, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5:00pm eastern
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.


    • March
      03
    • March 03, 2012
      Shells and Tales Cape San Blas Story Telling
      Cape San Blas /
      Stories, music, face painting for the whole family and then wine cheese and grown-up stories at night. For more info contact the Coastal Community Association at 850-229-7799
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    • March
      17
    • March 17, 2012
      St. Paddy's Day by the Bay
      Port St. Joe / All Day
      This activity packed event starting at 8am includes; Kicking off the day with a 5K run followed by an Irish Breakfast (tickets required) Grand Marshaled by local Irish royalty. Mid Morning will be our "Best butt by the Bay" Pork Cook-off at Marina Cove. 12-5pm will be the Leprechaun Hunt, visit local merchants to find clues which will lead to the leprechauns and a chance to win their Pot O' Gold! The evening will close with live entertainment in Downtown PSJ and many various local establishments hosting traditional St. Patrick's Day activities.
      Website: www.stpaddysdaybythebay.com



    • March
      17
    • March 17, 2012
      PSJ Pub Crawl
      Port St. Joe /
      It's time again...walk don't run to this exciting pub & grub crawl and poker run in downtown Port St. Joe. For more details on game rules and prize headquarters check out the PSJ Pub Crawl Website.
      Website: www.psjcrawl.com



    • March
      31
    • March 31, 2012 - April 01, 2012
      Sandcastles of St. Joseph on Cape San Blas
      Cape San Blas /
      Build Castles and memories on Cape San Blas at this family friendly event. There will be different categories for many different ages and skills levels, "Sand Fleas"(up to age 8, must have 1 adult leader),"Sand Hoppers"(ages 9-15) "Sand Tribes"(families), "Sand Shapers"(adults), and "Sand Pros"(Professionals).
      Check back soon for registration details.



    April 2012

    • April
      06
    • April 06, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat / 6 pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm.
      Website: www.gulfalliance.org



    • April
      06
    • April 06, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.

    • April
      06
    • April 06, 2012 - April 08, 2012
      A Gulf County Weekend with Billy Dean!
      Haughty Heron, Thirsty Goat, Indian Pass Raw Bar, Lake Alice Park /
      From the Heart Music Hour presents this great musical weekend in Gulf County Starring Billy Dean, Charlie & Dana Black, 19 South, Brian Bowen, Brook Sesssions, The Currys, Frank Lindamood, Randall "Big Daddy" Webster, and Rick Ott & Mimi Hearn. For more details see FTH Music Hour on Facebook.com



    • April
      07
    • April 07, 2012
      JSL Easter Egg Hunt
      8th Street Park, Port St. Joe /
      The Junior Service League hosts an annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids of all ages with games and prizes. There will also be the special appearance from the Easter Bunny!



    • April
      07
    • April 07, 2012 - November 17, 2012
      Salt Air Farmer's Market
      City Commons Park, Downtown Port St. Joe / 9am-1pm
      Harvested seasonal produce, fresh baked breads,unique hand-made gifts & more all in beautiful Downtown Port St. Joe!
      Website: www.saltairmarket.com



    • April
      07
    • April 07, 2012
      5K Rabbit Run/Walk
      Cape San Blas /
      Get your hop on and join us on the Cape for the 5K Rabbit Run/Walk! The event will take place on Loggerhead Run, the bike/walking trail that runs the length of beautiful Cape San Blas and St. Joseph Peninsula. Check back soon for registration details.



    • April
      13
    • April 13, 2012 - April 14, 2012
      Tagged Trout & Redfish Tournament
      St. Joseph Bay /
      10 tagged fish of each species will be released in St. Joseph Bay, with the Chance of catching the $10,000 tagged prize fish.    Registration and the Captain's Party will be Friday Night April 13th, beginning at 5:00pm. Food and Drinks will be served from 5:00-7:00pm and door prizes will be given away at 7:00pm, registration will close at 9:00pm. Weigh in will be Saturday afternoon from 1:00 until 5:00pm. The Cost is $75.00 per boat, with no restriction on how many can fish per boat. There will be a separate category for Kayak anglers Check back soon for more details on Prizes and preregistration.



    • April
      21
    • April 21, 2012 - April 22, 2012
      Forgotten Coast Lighthouse Challenge
      Florida's Forgotten Coast /
      Join hundreds in a this fun challenge to visit all four lighthouses of the Forgotten Coast in 2 days! These lighthouses each have special events for that weekend. For those that meet the Challenge, you will be a special souvenir in the end, boasting that you have "Survived the Lighthouse Challenge"!



    • April
      28
    • April 28, 2012
      Beach Blast Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon
      Veteran's Memorial Park, St. Joe Beach /
      Don't miss this year's excitement! Athletes will run,bike, and swim in a race of speed and endurance. After the race the fun continues at the Veteran's Memorial Park of Beacon Hill with food and drinks to celebrate the day!
      Website: www.beachblasttriathlon.com



    May 2012

    • May
      03
    • May 03, 2012 - May 13, 2012
      The Great Plein Air Paint Out
      Gulf County, The Forgotten Coast /
      A 10-day open air painting event featuring nationally recognized Plein Air artists capturing the Forgotten Coast on canvas. Highlights of this event include artist demonstrations, viewing displays in multiple venues, students art of the day, artist receptions,and the Grand Patron's Party.
      Website: www.pleinairfl.com



    • May
      04
    • May 04, 2012 - August 03, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat, Port St. Joe / 6pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm.
      Website: www.gulfalliance.org



    • May
      04
    • May 04, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm.
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.

    • May
      11
    • May 11, 2012 - May 12, 2012
      Kids Win Fishing Tournament
      Port St. Joe /
      One of Port St. Joe's most anticipated events!! Kid's from all around come for a day of fun on the water. Fish from anywhere and bring your catch to weigh in. Prizes awarded in several categories.
      Website: www.kidswinfishing.com



    • May
      19
    • May 19, 2012
      22nd Annual Tupelo Honey Festival
      Lake Alice Park, Wewahitchka /
      There is something for everyone at the 22nd Annual Tupelo Honey Festival at Lake Alice Park in Wewahitchka. Arts & Crafts of all kinds, food vendors, games and activities for the kids, and live music & dancing are just some of the usual fare offered. Most important of course is the honey. You can taste honey samples and buy jars of all sizes to take home!
      Website: 850-639-2605



    June 2012

    • June
      01
    • June 01, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat, Port St. Joe / 6pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm.
      Website: www.gulalliance.org



    • June
      01
    • June 01, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. /
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.



    • June
      08
    • June 08, 2012 - June 09, 2012
      Wickerbills Saltwater Slam
      Port St. Joe / 8:00 am
      fishing tournament trout,redfish,flounder,pompano and this year we are adding offshore tournament as well with kingfish,mahi,and snapper so come join us! Call Captain Fred Erickson at (850) 229-2710 for registration.

    July 2012

    • July
      01
    • July 01, 2012 - September 10, 2012
      Scallop Season Opens!!!
      St Joseph Bay /
      It's the most wonderful time of the year...Scallop Season!! No other Scallop in the world is as deliciously succulent and sweet as these treats found in St. Joseph Bay. For more information or for a saltwater fishing license, go to: www.bluewateroutriggers.com
      Website: www.bluewateroutriggers.com



    • July
      04
    • July 04, 2012
      Independence on the Coast
      Port St. Joe /
      Join us as we celebrate our Country's Independence!! Great hometown activities and spectacular fireworks hosted by the City of Port St. Joe. 850-8261
      Website: www.cityofportstjoe.com



    • July
      06
    • July 06, 2012 - July 08, 2012
      Big Bend Saltwater Classic
      Port St. Joe /
      A Father's Day Weekend of family, fishing and fun. North Florida's Premier Fishing Tournament and $135,000 in Cash and Prizes, Four Competitive Divisions, Over $450,000 FOR Artificial Reefs since 1989. Weigh Station at the Port St. Joe Marina. 850-227-9393
      Website: www.saltwaterclassic.com



    • July
      06
    • July 06, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat / 6pm-11:30pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm.
      Website: www.gulfalliance.org



    • July
      06
    • July 06, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.



    August 2012

    • August
      03
    • August 03, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat / 6pm-11:30pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm
      Website: www.gulfalliance.org



    • August
      03
    • August 03, 2012 - August 04, 2012
      15th Annual Florida Scallop & Music Festival
      George Core Park, Port St. Joe /
      The Florida Scallop & Music Festival brings out the big to enjoy this seasonal delicacy! Enjoy scallop served fried & other creative ways, live musical lineup, arts & crafts, the kid's zone, and great festival foods. Have a good time and bring a cooler to take some scallops home with you! 850-227-1223
      Website: www.scallopfest.com



    • August
      03
    • August 03, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.


    • August
      17
    • August 17, 2012 - September 10, 2012
      St. Joseph Bay Treasure Hunt Scallop Drop
      St . Joseph Bay /
      100 Prize winning golden scallops are dropped in St. Joseph Bay. One lucky scalloper will have the chance to win the $20,000 Grand Prize! 850-229-7800



    • August
      24
    • August 24, 2012 - August 25, 2012
      16th Annual MBARA Kingfish Tournament
      Mexico Beach /
      The Kingfish Tournament host, Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association, is dedicated to artificial reef deployment, research, and public education. This Tournament includes Wahoo, Spanish & of course..Kingfish! Preregistration online, PSJ Marina, or Mexico Beach Marina. Captain's Party will be at Veteran's memorial Park at 3:00 on the 24th. Tournament and weigh in will be the 25th. Prizes awarded in several categories. 850-648-4354
      Website: www.mbara.org



    September 2012

    • September
      07
    • September 07, 2012
      First Fridays Fine Art & Music Series
      The Thirsty Goat / 6pm-11:30pm
      First Fridays Art & Music Series is held at the Port Inn & Thirsty Goat Bar & Grill, located at the corner of Hwy 98 and Cecil Costin Blvd in Port St. Joe, Florida. First Fridays is free and open to the public. Opening reception from 6-7 pm, followed by music on the porch from 7:00 to 11:30pm.
      Website: www.gulfalliance.org



    • September
      07
    • September 07, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.


    • September
      08
    • September 08, 2012
      Beach Blast Sprint Triathlon Duathlon
      Veteran's Memorial Park, St Joe Beach / 7:00am
      A favorite course for the race enthusiast! Athletes will run,bike, and swim in a race of speed and endurance. After the race the fun continues at the Veteran's Memorial Park of Beacon Hill with food and drinks to celebrate the day!
      Website: www.beachblasttriathlon.com



    • September
      28
    • September 28, 2012 - September 30, 2012
      Florida Catfish Classic
      Wewahitchka /
      Break the State record! Bring your family and friends out for a day of great fishing on the River. This festival and Fishing Tournament captures all the excitement of sport angling and family friendly fun.
      Website: www.floridacatfishclassic.com



    October 2012

    • October
      05
    • October 05, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.



    • October
      06
    • October 06, 2012
      14th Annual Art & Wine Festival
      Mexico Beach /
      Fine Wines, great food, live auction, musical entertainment and , of course, ART! Make your plans today to attend this great annual event which brings in Artist from all over!
      Website: www.mexico-beach.com



    • October
      19
    • October 19, 2012 - October 21, 2012
      Blast on the Bay Songwriters Festival
      Various locations on the Forgotten Coast /
      It's that time of year for Florida's Forgotten Coast to once again play host to a group of musicians and songwriters direct from the streets of Nashville!! Festival performers will consist of approximately 15-20 musicians.
      Website: www.blastonthebay.com



    • October
      27
    • October 27, 2012
      Bow Wow Bash
      Port St. Joe /
      Pet lovers are welcome to this benefit for the St. Joseph Humane Society featuring a 5K Run, pet competitions, Masquerade Ball, Silent and Open Auction, Live Entertainment, Great Food, and more!!
      Website: www.jsbhumanesociety.org



    • October
      31
    • October 31, 2012
      Ghosts on the Coast
      Downtown Reid Ave., Port St. Joe /
      Dress up and Trick-or-Treat on Reid Ave. in Downtown Port St. Joe. Enjoy storytelling, costume contests and treats! Pets Welcome. 850-227-1223
      Website: www.gulfchamber.org



    November 2012

    • November
      02
    • November 02, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.



    • November
      24
    • November 24, 2012
      A Howmetown Christmas
      Downtown Port St, Joe /
      Kick-off the season with a lighted Christmas Parade, tree lighting, Santa and all the festive entertainment downtown. 850-227-1223
      Website: www.gulfchamber.org



    December 2012

    • December
      07
    • December 07, 2012 - December 08, 2012
      SJBCC Christmas Bazaar & Golf Tournament
      St. Joseph Bay Country Club /
      The two day Christmas Bazaar has unique gifts and crafts and all the proceeds go to the needy children in Gulf County. The golf tournament is also a fundraiser for Christmas for Kids.



    • December
      07
    • December 07, 2012
      Downtown Merchant's First Fridays at Five
      Downtown Port St. Joe/Reid & Williams Ave. / 5pm-10pm
      Shop, Dine & Unwind in Downtown Port St. Joe
      Shop: 5 pm –8 pm          Dine: 6 pm – 10 pm       Unwind: All Night!
      The Port St. Joe Downtown Merchants Committee hosts 1st Fridays at Five the first Friday of every month, year around.

    • December
      31
    • December 31, 2012
      Celebrate Safe-Celebrate Twice
      Port St. Joe, St. Joe Beach, Mexico Beach /
      No need to wait another 12 months for the the next New Year. Ring in the New Year Twice! Start in the Eastern Time
      Zone in Port St. Joe and St. Joe Beach, then travel west just five minutes to Mexico Beach and celebrate all over
      again an hour later in the Central Time Zone. Shuttle buses run continuously from Port St. Joe to Mexico Beach and
      everywhere in between. For more information call the Gulf County Welcome Center at 850-229-7800