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Events and LIVE Music at Fred’s!

Come for the food, stay for the music! Locals know live music is a must, and after visiting Hammerhead Fred’s, you will too. Fred’s sets the stage and transforms into a showcase for some of the hottest bands around. Catch local favorites, southern sounds, and country staples – all rocking out at Hammerhead Fred’s on Panama City Beach. When it comes to music, there’s no better shark than Hammerhead Fred’s! Come hang out, enjoy live music, and sip on one of over 50 draft beers on tap! Hope to see you soon!

Fresh Seafood, Oysters and More.

Since 1995 locals know Hammerhead Fred’s is the place for fresh seafood. Sure, you can find seafood all along Panama City Beach, but Fred’s serves up a difference that will keep you coming back for more. They say, “variety is the spice of life,” and at Hammerhead Fred’s variety gets served up daily. Fred’s extensive menu features a variety of signature dishes with a Cajun kick and spices that will thrill your palate. Whether you’re craving a sizzlin’ steak, fresh gulf shrimp, or baked oysters with flavorful toppings, you’ve come to the right place. Watching your beach figure? No problem. Choose from a selection of crisp garden salads or even a fresh bowl of soup. Hammerhead Fred’s has something for everyone!

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Our Instagram handle is @hammerheadfreds – be sure to tag us in any images you post on social. Never know, we may just end up sharing your post!

Have you made your reservations yet for our annual All-You-Can-Eat Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday, November 28th? Visit our website to view our buffet menu and to make your reservation for your desired dining time: https://bit.ly/HF-Thanksgiving
Our $16.95 Fried Grouper and Shrimp platter Chef Special is still going!!

View our full menu here: https://hammerheadfreds.com/menu/
Our Annual Thanksgiving Buffet is Thursday, November 28th! Visit our website to view our buffet menu and to make your reservation for your desired dining time: https://bit.ly/HF-Thanksgiving
We're closing early at 8pm to host Toys for Kids Foundation Halloween Bash! It's the biggest Halloween Party on the Gulf Coast. Celebrating over 20 years of raising money for Toys for Kids. Tickets start at only $10, get your tickets here >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toys-for-kids-foundation-22nd-halloween-bash-tickets-1013879981317
The biggest Halloween party in Panama City Beach is THIS Saturday! Doors open at 8pm for the 22nd Annual Toys for Kids Foundation Halloween Bash Presented by Eastern Shipbuilding Group. Tickets are only $10.00 for those 18 and up and there is over $2,000 in cash and prizes  to the top 3 costumes, including 2 Tickets and Parking Pass to Gulf Coast Jam 2025! Costume Contest Prejudging 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm with the finals at midnight. 

Live Music: Sons of Saints & DJ Allyn
VIP Tables: SOLD OUT

Get your tickets before they sell out: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toys-for-kids-foundation-22nd-halloween-bash-tickets-1013879981317

*All proceeds from this event benefit the Toys for Kids Foundation Shopping Spree for less fortunate children in area during the Holiday Season.
Miss Thunder Beach happens here at Hammerhead Fred's 7pm to close with Buck Wild Band playing live! You do not want to miss out on this!
Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally Kick Start Party at Hammerhead Fred's Wednesday from 7pm to close! Buck Wild Band will be playing live Wednesday - Saturday nights and the Miss Thunder Beach pageants Thursday, Friday and Saturday! You do not want to miss out on all this!
Our $16.95 Fried Grouper and Shrimp platter Chef Special has been popular, we're going to keep it around for a while! We'll be serving this for Lunch and Dinner until Sunday evening.
Last weeks $16.95 Fried Grouper and Shrimp platter Chef Special was so popular, we're bringing it back this week! Get it while you can. We'll be serving this for Lunch and Dinner until Sunday evening.
We have a $16.95 Fried Grouper and Shrimp platter as our Chef Special this week! Get it while you can. We'll be serving this for Lunch and Dinner until Sunday evening.

Hangout at the Pavilion!

We took the party outside! Check out why locals and visitors flock to our outdoor pavilion. Fred’s Hangout is a Panama City Beach FAVORITE! Live music, multiple bars, and Fred’s full menu will feed your cravings with a boatload of fun! No ticket required, no fancy dress code, just a great place to hang out! Whether you’re bringing the family or stopping by with friends, Fred’s is the perfect place to grab a bite, listen to some great live music, and hangout! There’s always something happening at Fred’s Hangout!

Get your selfie with the Shark!

Be sure to get your photo with the shark! Fred’s is a designated Grand Lagoon Photo Spot. When you share your image on social, be sure to location tag Hammerhead Fred’s and use the hashtag #grandlagoon. Never know, you just might get your image shared on the Official Grand Lagoon and Hammerhead Fred’s social media feeds. To check out other cool photo spots in the Grand Lagoon area of Panama City Beach, visit: GrandLagoon.com/Photo-Spots