HOLIDAY HARBOR MARINA & SUNSET GRILLE
October Newsletter
Holiday Harbor Marina
MARINA AND NORTH STORE HOURS CHANGE
Effective OCTOBER 13, the Marina and North Store hours will change as follows:
MARINA HOURS
Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
NORTH STORE & FUEL DOCK
Monday – Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
*North store hours subject to change based on weather conditions*
RED SNAPPER SEASON OPEN
Although the 2025 summer recreational season for red snapper in both Florida state and federal waters ended July 31, the Florida season open on the following dates in the fall and winter. Please check the FWC website for any updates or changes regarding these dates:
A LOT of opportunity to get out there in the cooler weather with hopefully less competition! We are ready to help make your trip enjoyable and successful!
UPCOMING EVENT
BLUE ANGELS HOMECOMING SHOW
The Blue Angels Homecoming Show is RESCHEDULED for November 14 & 15, 2025. The show will be held at NAS Pensacola and is FREE and open to the public. Gates open at 8:00 AM and the show begins at 9:30 AM. On-land spectators are encouraged to bring their own seating OR paid seating is available for purchase. Please note this is one week AFTER the originally scheduled date!
With the show at NAS, boaters will be able to see virtually all of the air show part by anchoring near the base. This is a great opportunity for Marina customers to see the spectacular show with less hassle than the summer show. Make plans now to be there!
KEEP YOUR BOAT IN TOP RUNNING SHAPE
With the off-season approaching, if you do not plan to use your boat much, it may be a good time to inquire about our monthly RUN AND WASH service for $60/month. With this service, we will launch your boat into the water and start it, let it get to temperature, then do a quick wash to get any dust off the inside. Running your engines monthly helps maintain the engines and batteries. If you are interested in this service, please call the Marina Office at 850-492-0555.
MARINA RENTAL ACCOMMODATIONS
The Marina has both an on-site one bedroom apartment and a three bedroom waterfront house (the Heron House) available for rent on a short-term basis. The rental of both the apartment and the house is handled by By the Sea Vacation Rentals. Complete information and reservations can be found here:
Sunset Grille
COOL WEATHER -> NO PROBLEM
Much of the seating at Sunset Grille is “all weather”. Even on cold days the heated bar area, which seats over 65, is nice and cozy. And, you still have the great view. So, don’t let a little cool (or wet) weather keep you from enjoying a visit to Sunset Grille.
FOOTBALL 2025!
The 2025 Football season is in full swing. Sunset Grille has 6 big-screen TVs showing all of your favorite games that are broadcast. You can watch all of your teams compete while enjoying a delicious meal and drink.
UPCOMING EVENT
SUNSET GRILLE ANNUAL DOG WALK/RUN
The annual Sunset Grille Dog Walk/Run is back for 2025. It will be Saturday, October 25. Entry begins at 3:00 PM, walk at 4:00 PM
Registration is available at the Grille and is $25 in advance or $30 day of.
The walk begins at Sunset Grille as you and your pup walk down the paved sidewalk on Old River Road. This out and back course turns around at the Perdido Key Dog Park where you stop at our 1/2 way water station, and make your way back to the restaurant. At the conclusion of the race we will have our optional Doggie Costume Contest with winners announced.
All proceeds are donated to Save Underdogs pet adoption foundation. All participants receive a t-shirt for themselves and bandanna for their pooch. It’s a great way to network with dog lovers in your area while supporting a great pet adoption foundation.
GRILLE HOURS CHANGE
Beginning November 1, the Grille will change to its Winter Hours. Those hours will be:
Sunday & Monday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday & Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Closing on Tuesday is necessary to carry out annual cleaning, painting and repairs.