Pier Park, Panama City’s newest shopping destination, is ready to launch the opening of its first phase of stores onThursday, February 14. The stores will be located in the 233,000-square-foot Boardwalk area, located on the east side of Pier Park.

The Boardwalk at Pier Park contains three large stores: Ron Jon Surf Shop, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and The Grand 16 Theatres, along with more than 30 small shops.

Other retailers and restaurants that are scheduled to open include Dillard’s, Unique Boutique by Irene & Co., Fish Tales, Massage Envy, Ann Taylor Loft and ULTA Beauty. If you’re in the area, check it out this week and let me know what you think of the new complex.