HOLIDAY HARBOR MARINA & SUNSET GRILLE
March Newsletter
Holiday Harbor Marina
WELCOME SPRING BREAKERS!
We look forward to seeing and serving all of you at Sunset Grille and the Marina! We hope Spring Break 2026 is the best yet. We are here to provide transient storage, fuel, boating supplies, souvenirs, delicious meals, and friendly service.
SAFETY CHECKS FOR WET SLIP AND DRY STORAGE CUSTOMERS
Holiday Harbor Marina will host a free Vessel Safety Inspection conducted by the Coast Guard Auxiliary for existing marina wet slip and dry storage customers ONLY on MAY 7 , from 9 am – 2 pm
If your vessel passes inspection, you will receive a sticker for your boat showing that you have been inspected.
If interested, you must schedule your inspection(s) through the marina 850-492-0555.
*please note, customer must be present for the inspection.
ANNUAL RED SNAPPER TOURNAMENT
The 8th annual HHM “Show Us Your Sow” Red Snapper Tournament will be held during the 2026 red snapper recreational season, dates TBD. This year we are expecting the largest number of entries to date. Complete information will be provided once the Florida Snapper Season is set.
FISHING SEASON REMINDERS
As the fishing heats up, please remember –
It is your responsibility to know and adhere to the regulations of the jurisdiction in which you fish and, if different, through which you transit.
Persons on all fishing vessels are required to have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use when fishing for reef fish species in Gulf of Mexico federal waters. Details can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/bulletin/noaa-fisheries-reminds-reef-fish-fishermen-descend-act-requirements-and-announces
Our Marina Ship Store and North Store both sell venting tools.
RED SNAPPER SEASON
The 2026 recreational fishing season for red snapper has not yet been set. When season dates are established, we will post the information to our website. You can check red snapper season dates and details at: https://myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/snappers
TRIGGERFISH SEASON
The Spring season for triggerfish in Florida will reopen March 1 and run until May 31, 2026. Complete details including size limits, bag limits and other requirements can be found at https://www.myfwc.com/fishing/saltwarer/recreational/triggerfish
MARINA RENTAL ACCOMMODATIONS
The Marina has two units available for short-term rental, an apartment and a three-bedroom waterfront house.
The Marina apartment is one bed/one bath with kitchen and dining area and pull-out couch.
The Heron house is located near the Grille on Waterview Drive facing the Intracoastal Waterway. It is a 3 bed/2 bath that sleeps 9.
Smoking and pets are NOT permitted.
Complete information and availability can be found at the following links:
Sunset Grille
Sunset Grille at Holiday Harbor Marina overlooks the intracoastal waterway and is easily accessible by car or by boat. Enjoy the view outside on our dock-side deck, which is heated on chilly days, or air conditioned seating is available inside. Our restaurant showcases the best sunsets in a relaxed, family atmosphere with great prices and fresh daily seafood. We are dog friendly and there is an enclosed playground for the kids with sand, toy jet skis, a jungle gym, and more.
We are currently taking applications for host/hostess, food runners, and bussers.
Applications are available in person at Sunset Grille.
We can’t wait for you to join our team!
VISIT OUR GIFT SHOP FOR 50% OFF
Sunset Grille Gift Shop is selling its inventory for 50% off. Everything in the store EXCLUDING apparel is on sale.
DRINK SPECIAL
TIPSY LEPRECHAUN – Vodka, sour apple and melon liquor, pineapple juice, sprite, splash of lime juice