Simon Property Group to close All Properties

Panama City Beach, Florida – The shopping center is largest outdoor outlet industry on Panama City Beach, will be closing down as part of the governments effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The closures is expected to last from 7 pm local time on March 18 and will end on March 29.

Press Release from Simon Property Group which owns part of Pier Park on Panama City Beach.

“After extensive discussions with federal, state and local officials and in recognition of the need to address the spread of COVID-19, Simon will close all of its retail properties, including Malls, Premium Outlets and Mills in the U.S. This measure will take effect from 7 pm local time on March 18 and will end on March 29.

“The health and safety of our shoppers, retailers and employees are of paramount importance and we are taking this step to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our communities,” said David Simon, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Simon.”