BB - we only go over Memorial Day wkd to Pensacola! And I am sure you know how conservative an area the Florida Panhandle is. But even with that said, there are still bars/clubs like Roundup and Emerald City open year round for the local enjoyment. But I am sure that its nothing like what its like over Memorial Day wkd.
And when you get 10,000+ people on the beach for a 3 or 4 day beach party, that is worth going to. There is still nothing like this anywhere in the country!