64 years of Gulf Breeze, where you’ll find the best of all worlds – unspoiled natural beauty and a relaxed lifestyle.
Welcome to your City of Gulf Breeze neighborhood fan page! Here you will find current, useful information regarding ALL things Parks & Rec, including:
~Exciting Summer Camp news, photos and special promotions
~Upcoming athletic events
~Community improvements, proposals, developments relevant to your parks
~Community Center scheduling and registration reminders
~Useful departmental alerts
~Park-ba
sed family activities, parties, events
Our beautiful little Peninsular Paradise we get to call "Home" boasts 517 acres of land devoted to recreation, ALL for you, your family and generations to come to enjoy. We love Gulf Breeze, and have a vested interest in this community, both present and future; we live here too! So, it is our mission (and our job!) to effectively maintain and constantly improve the City's active and passive parks, including:
~Shoreline Park North--the almost brand new Community Center, baseball, football, soccer& softball fields, frisbee golf, outdoor basketball courts and 8 lighted tennis courts, a skateboard park as well as the Sunset Kids Park
~Shoreline Park South--over 105 acres of wooded area which extends to the Santa Rosa Sound and features the most popular boat launch in the area, facilities such as picnic tables, a fishing pier, swimming area and large gazebo, and even a "Bark Park", all of which are surrounded and connected by a beautiful nature trail
~Williamsburg Park, McClure Park--both with tot lots, park benches and play fields
~Woodland Park--2 covered picnic areas, a tot lot and playground
~Highpoint Park--with 2 additional tennis courts
~Wayside Park East & West--fishing spots, covered picnic area and boat launch
Did you know that Parks & Rec is also responsible for:
~Monitoring maintenance of public right-of-ways, including U.S. 98 medians and overpasses, Shoreline and Fairpoint
~ Providing field maintenance at Shoreline Park North
~ Enhancing existing facilities and encouraging public usage thereof
~Visioning/planning for expansion opportunities
~Encouraging continued citizen participation and involvement by aiding service organizations in their social and recreational activities. We want to keep you informed; we want you to keep us informed of your thoughts, ideas and vision. We look forward to serving you -- and getting to know you a little better..right here on Facebook. Thank you for "liking" our page!
*Social Media Use User Responsibilities*
Social Media Users who comment or interact through Social Media will be provided guidelines for use on all City Social Media sites. Unacceptable content that violates this policy as defined below is not considered consistent with the City’s mission. Unacceptable content may be defined as:
- Profane language or content;
- Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination of protected classes;
- Sexual harassment content;
- Solicitations of commerce or advertisements including promotion or endorsement;
- Promotion or endorsement of political issues, groups or individuals;
- Conduct or encouragement of illegal activity;
- Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems;
- Content intended to defame any person, group or organization;
- Content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party, such as trademark or copyright infringement;
- Making or publishing of false, vicious or malicious statements concerning any employee, City Elected or Appointed Officials, the City or its operations;
- Violent or threatening content; Disclosure of confidential, sensitive or proprietary information;
- Advocating for alteration of hours, wages, and terms and conditions of employment (employees only),
- Or such other content as the City Manager or his designee shall reasonably consider unacceptable.
07/17/2026
🎉 Card Clash is MORE Than Just Cards! 🎉
When you join us for Gulf Breeze Card Clash on Saturday, August 1st, you'll find much more than 65+ tables of trading cards and collectibles. We've put together a full lineup of local businesses and family-friendly activities to make it a great day for everyone!
🍔 3-D Eats will be serving up delicious burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, and more.
🧇 Waffle Boutique Food Truck will be bringing their famous sweet and savory waffles, refreshing drinks, and other delicious treats.
🍦 Monster Cone will be on-site with their monstrously good frozen treats to help you cool off.
🎮 Rolling Video Games provided by Jumptastic Inflatables is bringing an incredible mobile gaming experience that's sure to be a hit with kids, teens, and adults alike.
🎨 The Face Paint Diva will be offering face painting, giving kids (and kids at heart!) the chance to show off their favorite designs.
⚾ Be sure to say hello to Kazoo, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos mascot, who will be stopping by for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities throughout the day.
⚡ And rumor has it... a special electric Pokémon may make a surprise appearance! 👀 You never know who you might run into!
Whether you're searching for your next big card, enjoying great food, taking a gaming break, or spending quality time with the family, Gulf Breeze Card Clash has something for everyone.
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Gulf Breeze Community Center
🎟️ FREE Admission
🃏 65+ Vendor Tables
🔄 Buy • Sell • Trade
🎟️ Raffle Prizes
🍔 Food Trucks
🎮 Rolling Video Games
🎨 Face Painting
⚾ Meet Kazoo
⚡ Possible Special Character Appearance!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come spend the day with us for one of Gulf Breeze's newest community events. We can't wait to see you at Card Clash! 💥🃏🍔🧇🍦🎮🎨⚾⚡
07/16/2026
🎉 GULF BREEZE CARD CLASH IS ALMOST HERE! 🎉
The countdown is on! Join us on Saturday, August 1st from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Gulf Breeze Community Center for a full day of trading cards, collectibles, and family fun!
Whether you're a seasoned collector, searching for your next big find, or just looking for a fun way to spend the day, Card Clash has something for everyone!
🃏 What you'll find:
🏆 65+ vendor tables featuring Sports Cards, Pokémon, One Piece, Magic: The Gathering, Disney Lorcana, Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and more!
🔄 Buy • Sell • Trade
🎟️ Raffle prizes
🎮 Kid Zone
🍔 Concessions
🎉 FREE admission!
📍 Location: Gulf Breeze Community Center
📅 Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🚗 We've also included parking and vendor maps along with Gym A & Gym B layouts to help make your visit as easy as possible. Be sure to save them before you arrive!
A huge thank you to The Optimist Club of Gulf Breeze for sponsoring this exciting community event and helping make it possible.
Tag your fellow collectors, invite your friends and family, and we'll see you at Gulf Breeze Card Clash! 💥⚾🏈⚡🎮
07/15/2026
🌳🎉 Happy Parks & Recreation Month! 🎉🌳
This July, we're proud to join communities across the country in celebrating Parks & Recreation Month, an initiative led by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). This year's theme, "The Power Of...", highlights the incredible impact parks and recreation have on strengthening our communities through connection, play, nature, belonging, and well-being.
⚽️🏞️From youth sports and fitness programs to playgrounds, trails, waterfront parks, special events, and our beautiful Community Center, the City of Gulf Breeze Parks & Recreation Department is proud to provide opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages to stay active, connect with others, and enjoy the outdoors.🤾♂️🌅
Parks and recreation do more than create places to play... they help build stronger communities, support healthy lifestyles, protect natural spaces, and create lasting memories.
This month, we invite you to get outside, explore our parks, attend a program or event, and experience all that Gulf Breeze Parks & Recreation has to offer.
A special thank you to our dedicated Parks & Recreation staff, volunteers, coaches, and community partners for everything you do to make Gulf Breeze a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
💚 We'd love to hear from you... what's your favorite GB park, program, event, etc. that we offer? Share it with us in the comments! 🌿☀️
07/14/2026
🏐☀️ Grab your squad and get ready to hit the sand! ☀️🏐
Registration is now OPEN for the City of Gulf Breeze Parks & Recreation Beach Volleyball Quads League! Whether you're a competitive player or just looking for a fun way to stay active with friends, this league is the perfect way to spend your fall evenings.
💥 League Details:
👫Co-Ed Quads (4-on-4) 👫
🤾♂️Ages 16+🤾
📅 Season: September – October
🗓️ Games: Tuesdays & Thursdays
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
👥 Rosters of 6–10 players
🏆 Best 2 out of 3 match format
🏐 Equipment provided – no uniforms required!
⚠️ Registration closes August 18, and spots are limited, so don't wait! ⚠️
📍 Gulf Breeze Community Center Beach Volleyball Courts
🌊 Tag your teammates, start building your roster, and we'll see you on the sand! 🌊
07/10/2026
💥 22 Days Until Gulf Breeze Card Clash 2026 💥
📣 We want to once again spread the word for this exciting new event as ALL VENDOR SPOTS ARE FILLED!!!
Please take a minute to invite anybody you know who enjoys trading cards and comic books... We have over 60 vendor tables of sports cards, Pokémon, One Piece, Magic: The Gathering, Lorcana, Disney, Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and MUCH MORE! 🃏🎴📚🎎
👉 We would appreciate hitting that invite button and share button. Thanks in advance for your help and we look forward to seeing you there!!!
07/09/2026
🚨 City Hall Golf Cart Registration Reminder for City Residents 🚨
To lawfully operate a golf cart inside the City, annual registration is required.
Annual golf cart permits are valid 📅 October 1 - September 30.
Registration helps the City maintain important information, including your golf cart’s serial/VIN number, make, model, color, and current owner contact information.
New Registrations:
Please visit City Hall at 1070 Shoreline Dr. to register your golf cart. Bring the following items with you:
✅ Proof of insurance for the golf cart
✅ A valid driver's license
✅ $25 annual registration fee (check or card payment accepted)
Renewals:
Renewal invoices will begin being mailed out mid-July. Complete your renewal payment to receive your new golf cart sticker. If your contact information or golf cart ownership has changed, be sure to update that information with the City.
If you have any questions, please contact The Community Services Department at City Hall (850) 934-5109. We’re happy to help!
07/02/2026
🚗 🛥️ 🛻 Parking updates are coming to Shoreline South and Mariners Landing!
🏗️ The city is transitioning to a new pay-to-park system to provide a more convenient parking experience for residents and visitors. As we complete the transition, you may notice new parking signs and payment instructions being installed throughout the parks. 🚏
We greatly appreciate your patience during this process.
📣 Thank you for your continued support as we enhance our parks and waterfront amenities! 🎉
07/01/2026
🎉 ONE MONTH UNTIL GULF BREEZE CARD CLASH! 🎉
Calling all trading card collectors, players, and fans! Join us on Saturday, August 1, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Gulf Breeze Community Center for a full day of buying, selling, trading, and fun for the whole family.
Browse more than 65 vendor tables, check out the Kid Zone, enter to win exciting raffles, and connect with fellow collectors of Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, and more!
Come hungry! We'll have some great local food trucks on site, including:
🍔 3-D Eats
🍦 Monster Cone
🧇 Waffle Boutique
🎮 Plus, enjoy a video game truck and face painting, making this a fun event for collectors and families alike!
📍 Gulf Breeze Community Center
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission is free, so bring your friends, bring your collection, and don't miss Gulf Breeze's newest trading card event!
06/30/2026
🎆🇺🇸 Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with us on our beautiful waterfronts! 🇺🇸🎆
Our newly opened Mariners Landing is ready just in time for Independence Day and offers one of the best places to enjoy the fireworks over Pensacola Bay!
📍 Mariners Landing
Located right on the bayfront, Mariners Landing provides a great view of Pensacola's fireworks spectacular beginning at 9:00 PM. Food trucks will also be on-site, making it the perfect place to spend your evening with family and friends.
📍 Shoreline Park South
If you're planning to watch the Pensacola Beach fireworks, our Shoreline Park South offers you an opportunity to do so! The show begins at 9:00 PM and will be visible over the historic English Navy Cove.
Whether you choose Mariners Landing or Shoreline Park South, we look forward to celebrating with you!
As you enjoy the festivities, please help us keep our parks safe and welcoming by following all park rules and being respectful of fellow guests.
Happy Independence Day from Gulf Breeze Parks & Recreation! ❤️🤍💙
06/30/2026
🏐🌴 REGISTRATION FOR BEACH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE OPENS JULY 1st! 🌴🏐
Gather your crew and get ready to hit the sand! The City of Gulf Breeze Parks & Recreation Beach Volleyball Quads League is HERE, and registration opens July 1st! The season will be from September 1 to October 22 and games will be on Tuesdays & Thursdays / 6:00 PM & 7:15 PM.
Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this co-ed league is a great way to enjoy some friendly competition all season long.
League Highlights:
🏐 4-on-4 Co-Ed Beach Volleyball
👥 Rosters of 6–10 players
🙋 Ages 16+
🏆 Best 2 out of 3 match format
☀️ No uniforms required
🏐 Equipment provided