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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
There is an old legend about the sand dollar and its association with the Christmas holiday. The sand dollar symbolizes peace, unity, and resilience, as well as good luck. If you’ve ever seen the inside of a sand dollar, there are teeth-like apparatuses that resemble what some describe as small doves, a notable symbol of peace. These inner shell pieces have been called the Doves of Peace, and some say they are the angels who sang to the shepherds on the first Christmas morning. If you’ve looked at the back of a whole sand dollar, you may have noticed the flower-like outline, which has been described as a bell or a Christmas poinsettia—both are notations of the holiday. Here in Mexico Beach, you can discover sand dollars, whole and in pieces, during your beach strolls. We want to wish all our readers a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
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Let’s Show Our Thanks!
It’s the month to give thanks, and all of us here are so thankful to you, our loyal readers, who continue to show your love and support for Mexico Beach. During this month, we hope you can look back and enjoy all the good that you’ve experienced over the years, and we hope some of those memories include trips to the beach. We are grateful to live in such a beautiful destination and try not to take it for granted. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving.
The Month of sky painting!
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October brings a new set of sky paintings, better known as sunsets, here to the beach. The colors are rich in pinks, oranges, purples, and yellow hues. It is one of the better times to be on the beach, with the majestic colors, and you can often have the beach all to yourself. Between watching your team on the big screen and running errands, sometimes you just need to pause and take in the small, joyful moments between the busy ones. Our sunsets offer some great views to help remind you to enjoy life and that it’s OK to slow down. |
Fall Is in the Air!
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This time of year is when cooler weather emerges, and the beaches are less populated, making it a great time to visit and relax. Our lodging partners are offering amazing specials, so visit our Stay page to learn more. The sunsets are in the orange and pink era, which is always a favorite each year! Cooler weather, unspoiled beaches, and sunning sunsets; it just doesn’t get much better than fall in Mexico Beach. |
Sunrises & Happy Days
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While we do have some spectacular sunsets here in Mexico Beach, our sunrises are just as captivating and worth the early rise. They are inspiring, and it’s a great view to see the sun come over all of Mexico Beach. Walking the beach first thing in the morning or casting out that first line is not a bad way to start your day. So, next time you’re having a struggle getting out of bed, just think of our sunrise and let that help you. |
We’re Ready for Summer!
Summer has arrived! Our beaches are beautiful, our restaurants are ready to feed the masses, and our city is ready to welcome everyone to come and enjoy the beach. Please be sure to do your part by taking all your belongings with you after your beach day, filling in any holes created, and adhering to our Leave No Trace ordinance. At the end of the day, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy one of our beautiful, spectacular sunsets.
Beach Restoration Updates
The weather is warming up, and that means summer is right around the corner! We look forward to welcoming many past and new visitors to our beautiful, newly enhanced beach this season. If you’ve not booked your place to stay, our lodging partners are offering summer getaway specials, so be sure to make that reservation. We hope you enjoy our beaches—and be sure to apply sunscreen and take all your belongings with you at the end of your beach day!
Beach Restoration Nearly Complete!
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We are happy to report that our beach restoration project is nearing completion, and boy, do our beaches look beautiful! We are in the final stages, which include planting dune vegetation and raking. This summer, we are looking forward to a great season and hope everyone will be out enjoying our beautifully new beach. While visiting the beach, please use the marked pathways to avoid stepping on sea oats, and remember that Mexico Beach is a Leave No Trace community. For more info on the restoration project, please visit our website: MexicoBeach.com/mexico-beach/beach-restoration-project. |
Beach Restoration Project Update
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You may have noticed some heavy equipment on the beach recently. That’s part of our major, full-scale beach restoration project that is fully underway. The project will cover the beach from the canal to the Gulf County line. While there will be areas of the beach that will be closed off to the public due to construction, the remaining sections of the beach will be fully open. We are delighted to have this project underway and look forward to our improved, beautiful beach. This restoration will provide protection from future storms for upland structures as well as provide additional habitat for several species, such as shorebirds and sea turtles. For more info on the restoration project, please visit our website: MexicoBeach.com/mexico-beach/beach-restoration-project. |
Did Someone Say Gumbo?
It’s time to break out the beads, don your festive suspenders, and ladle up for the annual Gumbo Cook-off. This year marks the 25th anniversary of this beloved and highly anticipated event. The Special Events for Mexico Beach, Inc. are ready for some healthy competition between some fierce chefs serving up their best recipes to earn not only cash prizes but bragging rights! With live music, free Mardi Gras beads, and as much gumbo and Brunswick stew as you can eat, it’s going to be a great day. Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 15, and get ready for some unforgettable memory-making. All proceeds go toward the Best Blast on the Beach July 4th festivities. A big thank you to Special Events for Mexico Beach for all their hard work to put on these beloved events.
It’s a New Year in Mexico Beach!
Welcome, 2025! We hope you have at least one trip on your calendar to visit our beautiful beaches this year. While it might seem too early to start planning your trip for summer or fall, don’t wait too long. We also have many great events in the coming months, including the beloved Gumbo Cook-Off and fishing tournaments. We hope one of your New Year’s resolutions was to have as many trips to Mexico Beach as possible!
