The demolition and replacement of the Flagler Beach Pier is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 16, 2025. The project is expected to take approximately 18 months to 2 years to complete.

From the outside, it will look like a construction zone—cranes stretching into the sky, steel pilings lining the shoreline, and the low rumble of heavy equipment. But for those of us who live here, work here, or just love this little beach town, the Flagler Pier rebuild is so much more than that. It’s pride. It’s history. It’s our town stepping into the future without forgetting where we came from.

If you’re a neighbor, a regular, or just someone who’s spent a few sunsets on the pier, you know how much this place means. We’ve fished off the edge, caught sunrises, walked hand-in-hand with ice cream cones, and waved to the dolphins cruising by.

And if you wander down A1A in the coming months, you’ll likely notice that one local spot won’t skip a beat. The Funky Pelican will stay open. They’ll embrace the chaos—offering cold drinks, waterfront views, and a front-row seat to the rebuild. Honestly? It’s kind of perfect. You will be able to sit with a cocktail, tucked under an umbrella, and watch crews quite literally build Flagler’s future.

Even better? They’re leaning into it. Every time something big happens—foundation poured, decking laid—they’ll mark the moment with something fun: themed drinks, special menus, clever little nods to the construction happening just steps away.

This rebuild isn’t just about a pier—it’s about our community. It’s about backing local businesses through transitions, staying open-minded rather than frustrated, showing up, and embracing our history of fearless reinvention.

So next time you walk by the construction site, don’t just glance and move on. Stop for a second. Take it in. Grab a drink, grab a seat, and enjoy the show. One day soon, we’ll all be walking that new pier together. And when we do, we’ll know we were part of it from the very beginning.