The Pink Pony of Boca Grande

10/02/2026

🏴‍☠️ AHOY, MATEYS! PIRATE DAY IS COMING TO BOCA GRANDE! 🏴‍☠️

Get ready to hoist the Jolly Roger and join us for a swashbuckling adventure at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum!

🦜 Come dressed as a pirate and receive a prize!
⚓ Explore the historic lighthouse and museum

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum (880 Belcher Road, Boca Grande, FL)

Will we see YOU in pirate attire? Arrr! 🏴‍☠️

10/01/2026

The Pink Pony is now OPEN for another exciting season!🍦 💕

Open Daily ☀️ 11 AM - 6 PM

Open until 9 PM during the holiday’s for after dinner desserts! 🍨

Treat your loved ones to an islandy ice cream date 😉🏝️

09/24/2026

🦉 BUILD A HOME FOR ONE OF FLORIDA’S TINIEST OWLS! 🌿

Ever wanted to welcome an Eastern Screech Owl to your own backyard? Here’s your chance!

Join Barrier Island Parks Society (BIPS) staff and fellow nature enthusiasts for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn about the habitat and habits of Florida’s smallest native owl, then build your very own wooden nesting box to take home!

It’s a great opportunity to learn, get creative, and do something that could help provide a safe nesting space for these amazing little birds.

💲 $15, Includes all materials
👥 Ages 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult
📲 RSVP REQUIRED at www.BIPS.org

Space is limited, so don’t miss your chance to build it, take it home, and maybe welcome a screech owl to your backyard! 🦉🏡
Questions?

📧 [email protected] | ☎️ 941-964-0060

09/01/2026

The Pink Pony is Closed for the month of September! See you in October 🍦💕🌴

08/29/2026

Today is our centennial special edition celebrating 100 years of Whiddens Marina and 25 years of the Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum, Inc. Thanks to the Boca Grande Historical Society and readers for sending in items.

Inside includes:

The Story of Whidden’s by Karen Grace
Inside the Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum
Whidden’s and the animals, including Chico
Jake Poepl, a personal view of Whidden’s
Readers and family remember, with photos
Nic Mostyn and his childhood

08/10/2026

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Pink Pony in the house! Ken & Lucy Belle visiting & brought yummy ice cream! 🍦we are so grateful!

08/06/2026

🇺🇸 This Saturday... history comes to life at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum! 🗼

Join us as we celebrate America's 250th Birthday during Guardians Across America, a special nationwide celebration honoring the lighthouses that have safely guided generations of mariners while reflecting on our nation's incredible journey.

📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Historic Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum

Bring the whole family for an unforgettable day filled with history, patriotism, and community as we celebrate one of Florida's most iconic coastal landmarks. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, receive a commemorative souvenir while supplies last, and be part of this once-in-a-generation celebration marking America's Semiquincentennial.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, lighthouse lover, or simply looking for a memorable way to spend your Saturday, this is an event you won't want to miss!

❤️🤍💙 We can't wait to celebrate with you at the lighthouse!

08/06/2026