The Flora Bama Mullet Toss is an annual event held the last full weekend in April at the Legendary Flora Bama. Officially known as the Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast's Greatest Beach Party, participants throw a Mullet (fish) across the Florida-Alabama line.
Flora Bama Mullet Toss
Date - April 24 - 26, 2026
Always the last full weekend in April (Friday - Sunday)
Location - Flora-Bama
This three-day beach event has been happening every April since 1985 and raises over $40,000 annually for local youth charities. What started as a reason to party has turned into one of the biggest and most beloved beach events on the entire Gulf Coast.
Mullet Toss Schedule
- Kids - 10 am - Noon
- Adults - Noon - 4 pm
- Owners & Celebrity Toss - 4pm daily
Cost to Participate
- Cover Charge at Flora Bama - $10 (21+), $20 (18-20), Free (17 and under)
- Membership cards are good for entry to Flora-Bama for Mullet Toss
- Toss a mullet - $20, comes with a t-shirt, proceeds go to local charities, $25 for sizes 2x and 3x
How does the Mullet Toss Work?
- You will want to be prepared for a line to toss a Mullet. Grab a Flora Bama bushwacker or frosty beverage to enjoy.
- There is a registration form that needs to be filled out before tossing the mullet. Make sure to put your age group and name so you get credit for your throw.
- When it's your turn, you will get a mullet from the cooler and toss it over the FL/AL stateline or as far as you can get it to fly
- Retrieve your mullet and bring it back to the water bucket
- Celebrate you tossed a mullet and have a great time on the beach
Mullet Toss Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mullet?
For the record, the Mullet Toss is referring to the saltwater fish that populates Gulf Coast waters, not the hairstyle. Though mullet wigs are a completely acceptable and encouraged accessory for the weekend.
Are the Mullet Fish Alive....
No, they are not alive. They are cold in a cooler when you retrieve one to throw
What happens to the Mullet Fish after they fly?
The Mullet Fish are brought to Alligator Alley and the gators get an easy meal.
Can kids participate?
Yes. The Kids Toss runs from 10 AM to noon each day with separate finals. All ages are welcome to attend and participate. Flora-Bama is all ages until 6 PM, after which it is 21 and older only.
Additional Flora-Bama Mullet Toss Weekend Events
The Mullet Toss is the centerpiece but the weekend has a full schedule of events running alongside it:
Live Music - Live music runs all weekend inside and outside Flora-Bama from morning through late night.
Bikini Contest - Friday and Saturday
Men's Hot Body Contest - Friday and Saturday.
Mullet Man Triathlon - The Annual Mullet Man Triathlon runs as part of Mullet Toss weekend. Registration required in advance.
Mullet Swing Golf Classic - The Annual Mullet Swing Golf Classic is a 4-person scramble. Sells out fast - register early at florabama.com.
Celebrity and Sponsor Appearances - Local celebrities appear throughout the weekend and sponsor tents offer swag and special drinks.
Why you will love the Mullet Toss at Flora Bama
- One of the most unique beach events on the entire Gulf Coast
- 40+ years of tradition with over $40,000 raised annually for local youth charities
- All ages welcome - kids toss, adults toss, and everyone can watch for free on the beach
- Live music all three days
- Flora-Bama Bushwackers, the world-famous cocktail, available all weekend
- Competition categories by age and gender - real prizes and trophies for winners
Things to know when planning a visit to Mullet Toss
Flora-Bama Address - 17401 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
Accessibility - The Mullet Toss happens on the soft sand behind the Flora Bama. Participants will need to be able to get across the sand to the Mullet Toss area.
Plus Size Seating - There are beach service chairs lining the Mullet Toss area. They are low to the ground so it is going to be up to each person how comfortable they are getting down into the chair and back up again.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Be prepared for the Alabama-Florida Gulf Coast sunshine! Sunscreen, swim suit, mullet wig, sunglasses
Pets - Pets are not allowed at the Mullet Toss
Parking - There is parking across the street from the Flora Bama. It can fill up quickly especially mid-day when everyone is having a great time on the beach.
Outside Food and Drink - No outside coolers or alcohol are permitted on Flora-Bama's licensed property. Multiple bars are set up on the beach and inside selling drinks. No tents or umbrellas on the beach
Age - All ages until 6 PM. 21 and older only after 6 PM. Valid ID required.
Perdido Key Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Flora-Bama Ole River Grill - Flora-Bama's waterfront restaurant right on Old River. Great food, great views, and part of the same legendary property.
Flora-Bama Yacht Club - Another Flora-Bama venue on the water offering a different atmosphere from the main bar.
Sunset Grille Perdido Key - Waterfront dining at Holiday Harbor Marina on Perdido Key with a full seafood menu, pet-friendly outdoor seating, and some of the best grouper on the Key.
Islander Food Shack - Casual Perdido Key seafood spot with fresh Gulf seafood and a relaxed atmosphere.
Perdido Key Breakfast Club - One of the best breakfast spots on Perdido Key. Fuel up before heading to the toss.
Perdido Key State Park - Pristine natural beach and nature preserve on Perdido Key, a great escape before or after Mullet Toss weekend.
Lillian's Pizza - Local pizza option on Perdido Key.
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Things to Do in Perdido Key - Everything worth doing on Perdido Key before and after the Mullet Toss.
Perdido Key Restaurants - The full restaurant guide for Perdido Key.
Alligator Alley Alabama - Where the tossed mullet end up. A fun add-on attraction if you want to see where your fish goes after the event.
National Naval Aviation Museum - One of the best free museums in the South, just over the bridge in Pensacola.
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Big Lagoon State Park - A beautiful state park near Perdido Key with hiking, paddling, and Gulf views.
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