Coming next week to the Emerald Coast is the 24th Annual Emerald Coast Poker Run. This exciting event is being held August 16th through August 21st, 2016! This is the largest summer poker run in the nation, raising over $150,000 annually, and benefiting several youth organizations.
Boats will depart from Destin, Fl to take on an approximately 120–mile course along the beautiful Emerald Coast, to then end in Pensacola, Fl. Special features of the event include the Emerald Grande Mardi Gras Parade, AJ’s on the Bayou Poker Run Kickoff Party, Miss Boat Week Party with Bikini Contest, a Friday Fun Run, Captain’s Party, full boat run, the Emerald Coast Poker Run Party, and last, but not least, the Crab Island Round Up!
So come out and join us for the most popular poker run event of the season, because it will be one that you won’t want to miss! For Reservations or any questions you may have, contact the FPC Office at 954-545-1414.
Planning to attend the Emerald Coast Poker Run?
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