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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 a cold beverage! 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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All-You-Can-Eat Thanksgiving Buffet at Hammerhead Fred’s! Leave the cooking (and the dishes!) to us this year. Gather your family and friends and join us for a Thanksgiving Buffet filled with all your holiday favorites — from roasted turkey and glazed ham to classic sides and decadent desserts.

📅 Thursday, November 27th
⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Hammerhead Fred’s, Panama City Beach
🔗 Details & menu: hammerheadfreds.com/live-music-and-events/thanksgiving-buffet

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All-You-Can-Eat Thanksgiving Buffet at Hammerhead Fred’s! Leave the cooking (and the dishes!) to us this year. Gather your family and friends and join us for a Thanksgiving Buffet filled with all your holiday favorites — from roasted turkey and glazed ham to classic sides and decadent desserts. 📅 Thursday, November 27th ⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM 📍 Hammerhead Fred’s, Panama City Beach 🔗 Details & menu: hammerheadfreds.com/live-music-and-events/thanksgiving-buffet

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🚗💨 Cruizers — we’ve got your weekend plans!

FRIDAY: The Flame Thrower Contest lights up at Hammerhead Fred’s!
Fuel up first with our All-You-Can-Eat Southern Catfish Fish Fry

SATURDAY: We’re going coconuts! 🥥
Enjoy $9.95 Coconut Shrimp Baskets with our signature pina colada dipping sauce

The food’s hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibes are all about Emerald Coast Cruizin’ at Hammerhead Fred’s!

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🚗💨 Cruizers — we’ve got your weekend plans! FRIDAY: The Flame Thrower Contest lights up at Hammerhead Fred’s! Fuel up first with our All-You-Can-Eat Southern Catfish Fish Fry SATURDAY: We’re going coconuts! 🥥 Enjoy $9.95 Coconut Shrimp Baskets with our signature pina colada dipping sauce The food’s hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibes are all about Emerald Coast Cruizin’ at Hammerhead Fred’s!

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🚨 WHO`S READY! The Flame Thrower Contest is FRIDAY, November 7th at 6PM at Hammerhead Fred’s!

💥 Got a ride that spits fire? We want to see it!nIf your hot rod can throw flames, fill out the entry form and join the action 👉 https://hammerheadfreds.com/live-music-and-events/emerald-coast-cruizin/

It’s one of the funnest nights — live music, killer cars, and sparks flying at Fred’s! 🔥🏁

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🚨 WHO'S READY! The Flame Thrower Contest is FRIDAY, November 7th at 6PM at Hammerhead Fred’s! 💥 Got a ride that spits fire? We want to see it!nIf your hot rod can throw flames, fill out the entry form and join the action 👉 https://hammerheadfreds.com/live-music-and-events/emerald-coast-cruizin/ It’s one of the funnest nights — live music, killer cars, and sparks flying at Fred’s! 🔥🏁

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👻 It’s time to get spooky for a great cause!
Join us Saturday night for the Toys for Kids Halloween Bash 🎃

We can’t wait to see everyone dressed up — go all out, because First Prize wins 2 Gulf Coast Jam tickets + an Onsite Parking Pass! 🤘

Come be a kid again while helping children in need right here in our community. ❤️

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toys-for-kids-foundation-halloween-bash-2025-tickets-1735271406489

Check out some drink specials in comments!

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👻 It’s time to get spooky for a great cause! Join us Saturday night for the Toys for Kids Halloween Bash 🎃 We can’t wait to see everyone dressed up — go all out, because First Prize wins 2 Gulf Coast Jam tickets + an Onsite Parking Pass! 🤘 Come be a kid again while helping children in need right here in our community. ❤️ 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toys-for-kids-foundation-halloween-bash-2025-tickets-1735271406489 Check out some drink specials in comments!

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Miss Thunder Beach 2025
The lights. The music. The crowd.
Only at Hammerhead Fred’s during Thunder Beach!

#ThunderBeach #MissThunderBeach #HammerheadFreds #PCB #ThunderBeachRally

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Miss Thunder Beach 2025 The lights. The music. The crowd. Only at Hammerhead Fred’s during Thunder Beach! #ThunderBeach #MissThunderBeach #HammerheadFreds #PCB #ThunderBeachRally

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🔥 It all kicks off THIS WEDNESDAY at Hammerhead Fred`s! Join us for the Official Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally Kickstart Party starting at 7 PM — featuring the always-epic Miss Thunder Beach Bikini Contest 👙 and live music from Buck Wild 🎸!

Theme Nights:
Wednesday: Model Meet-n-Greet
Thursday: Boots, Bling & Babes
Friday: Military Theme
Saturday: Finals

Rev up your engines and let’s get Thunder Beach started the right way! 🏍️🎶

Be here. Be loud. Let’s ride!

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🔥 It all kicks off THIS WEDNESDAY at Hammerhead Fred's! Join us for the Official Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally Kickstart Party starting at 7 PM — featuring the always-epic Miss Thunder Beach Bikini Contest 👙 and live music from Buck Wild 🎸! Theme Nights: Wednesday: Model Meet-n-Greet Thursday: Boots, Bling & Babes Friday: Military Theme Saturday: Finals Rev up your engines and let’s get Thunder Beach started the right way! 🏍️🎶 Be here. Be loud. Let’s ride!

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It’s not just football season… it’s Fredball season! 🙌
📺 Big screens everywhere
🍔 Game-day bites from our Football Menu
🍹 Ice-cold drinks
The only thing missing is YOU. #GameDayAtFreds

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It’s not just football season… it’s Fredball season! 🙌 📺 Big screens everywhere 🍔 Game-day bites from our Football Menu 🍹 Ice-cold drinks The only thing missing is YOU. #GameDayAtFreds

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Get ready to rock! Love Chyld will be performing live this Labor Day Weekend on Saturday and Sunday!! If you love live music, you won`t want to miss this show!

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Get ready to rock! Love Chyld will be performing live this Labor Day Weekend on Saturday and Sunday!! If you love live music, you won't want to miss this show!

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When it`s football season in Panama City Beach, there`s only one place to be Hammerhead Fred`s, every game, every weekend. Or two huge 12-foot TV screens, ice-cold beer, and a gameday menu made for champions. Hammerhead Fred`s, where Panama City Beach comes to watch football.

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When it's football season in Panama City Beach, there's only one place to be Hammerhead Fred's, every game, every weekend. Or two huge 12-foot TV screens, ice-cold beer, and a gameday menu made for champions. Hammerhead Fred's, where Panama City Beach comes to watch football.
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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!

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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