Everything You Need to Know for Mullet Toss Weekend
OBA Staff • April 18, 2025
Rules, wristbands, parking and other information for Mullet Toss attendees
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The 2025 Interstate Mullet Toss at the Flora-Bama is only a week away, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest. Whether you're a seasoned tosser or a first-time visitor, this legendary beach party promises a weekend full of sun, sand, music, and, of course, flying fish. But before you pack your bags and head down to the Flora-Bama line, there are a few important things to know to help you make the most of your Mullet Toss weekend.
From parking and wristbands to beach access and rules for coolers and chairs, there are some key guidelines in place to keep the event fun and safe for everyone. We've gathered all the must-know details in one place—whether you’re staying at the Phoenix X, tossing mullet for charity, or just soaking up the scene with friends and family.
So read on, make your plans, and get ready to join thousands of others for an unforgettable time at the Flora-Bama. The fish fly April 25–27, and the party doesn’t stop until the last mullet is tossed!
Information Regarding Mullet Toss:
- Chairs around the Mullet Toss will be free and there will be areas blocked off for standing room.
- Personal beach chairs are allowed on the Flora-Bama beach, but tents and umbrellas are prohibited. Space is first come, first served.
- No outside coolers or alcohol can be brought onto Flora-Bama’s licensed property. The Flora-Bama will have multiple bars on the beach selling drinks and plenty available inside the bar.
- Parking on Flora-Bama property is free, however extremely limited. We encourage the use of taxis, ride-share apps and carpooling. Any vehicles left overnight will be towed at the owner’s expense.
- The Flora-Bama beach is open to the public, however, to enter the Flora-Bama you must purchase a wristband. Entry can be accessed via the Flora-Bama beach as well as the main entrance on Perdido Key Drive.
- As always, you must be 21 to drink. Patrons must have a valid ID that will be checked upon entry.
- Cover charge for Flora-Bama begins at 9 am Fri-Sun, $10/day for 21 and up, $15 for 16–20-year-olds, and 15 -under are free. All ages are welcome until 6 pm, then 21 and up only.
- Flora-Bama Membership cards are good for free entry to Flora-Bama for Mullet Toss.
- Tossing of the mullet is 10 am to 4 pm Friday through Sunday, with kids toss at 10 am and adults beginning at noon until 4 pm, kids finals at 2 pm, owners & celebrity tossers at 4 pm, then finals each day at 4:30 pm. It is $20 to toss a mullet and all tossers receive a t-shirt. Proceeds go to local charities.
Information Regarding Phoenix X & Tent Rentals:
- Access to the Phoenix X condo building & property will be limited to Phoenix X residents and renters. Wristbands will be issued upon check in.
- Only Phoenix X residents & renters can park at the Phoenix X parking garage and must have a parking pass. Renters will receive their parking pass upon check in.
- Tent space rentals on the beach behind the Phoenix X are available for rent ONLY for those who are renting at the Phoenix X for Mullet Toss weekend or owners at the Phoenix X. Please contact Ike’s Beach Service at 251-948-3757 to rent a tent or for any questions.
- Coolers are ONLY allowed in the Phoenix X beach area if you are an owner of a Phoenix X unit or have rented a Phoenix X condo for the weekend. Outside guests will not be permitted on Phoenix X property with coolers.
- Flora-Bama wristbands will allow access into the Phoenix X beach area for foot traffic only. You may not bring coolers into this area with this wristband.
- Amplified music is prohibited on Phoenix X beach. No large speakers or DJ’s. The Flora-Bama will be providing music on the beach for this area.
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