Panama City Beach Events & Attractions

A trip to Panama City Beach offers plenty of opportunities to have some serious fun. Of course, water plays a leading role in local activities, with snorkeling, swimming, boating, fishing, windsurfing, parasailing, and jet-skiing all popular pastimes. Splash around at the popular Ship Wreck Island Water Park. Cruising to Shell Island on a glass-bottom boat, riding an airboat through the back waters and marshlands for glimpses of gators, and diving around the Gulf’s many wrecks and reefs are all fun things to do in Panama City Beach. Away from the water, visitors can bike, camp, and hike in St. Andrews State Recreational Park, play a round of golf or two of miniature golf, race around some of the most creatively build go cart tracks, or just visit the zoo. Spend endless hours window shopping, go fishing from the pier, ride the new SkyWheel, watch IMAX movies at the Grand Movie Theater, play laser tag, loose yourself in the mirror maze, sing along with the dueling pianos, or eat at any of the 25 fine restaurants all located at Pier Park outdoors shopping mall.

Up Coming Events in Panama City Beach, FL.

Visit often to see what concerts, festivals, or attractions are on the way. This areas best event calendar.

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FEB - 2025

Panama City Beach Mardi Gras

When: February 14, 2025 * 3:45pm - 6pm & February 15, 2025 * 12pm - 7:15pm

Where: Pier Park

Combine the excitement of an authentic Mardi Gras celebration with the spectacular views of our emerald green water and sugar-white sand, and you're in for a real treat at the Panama City Beach Mardi Gras and Music Festival on February 14-15. In conjunction with the Krewe of Dominique Youx's great Mardi Gras at the Beach parade, the festival features entertainment for the whole family.

For more info, please visit:  www.visitpanamacitybeach.com/events/concerts-music-festivals/mardi-gras/

Warrior Beach Retreat Salute

When: February 20, 2025 * 4pm - 9pm

Where: Pier Park to Boardwalk Beach Convention Center

Hosting a Parade and Ceremony on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Parade to start @ Pier Park, departs at 4:00 PM. All those who want to ride in the parade with their motorcycle are welcome. Please take a look at the website for details. Line the street of the parade- shown on the website. The parade will not travel to Panama City, it will only travel on the beach because the ceremony will be held @ Boardwalk Beach Convention Center, 6900 S Thomas Dr, PBC @ 7:00 PM. The ceremony is free and open to the public. The guest speaker will be US Army Retired Lieutenant Colonel Allen West

For more info, please visit:  https://www.warriorbeachretreat.org/

Scottish Festival and Highland Games

When: Friday, February 28, 2025

Where: Frank Brown Park

Celebrate Scottish heritage at the largest and longest-running Scottish Festival in the Florida Panhandle! Experience thrilling athletic competitions, mesmerizing bagpipe bands, fun-filled activities, authentic food and more.

For more info, please visit:  https://pcbscottishfestival.com/

MAR - 2025

Emerald Coast Cruizin’ Car Show

When: March 6 @ 8:00 am - March 8 @ 5:00 pm

Where: Aaron Bessant Park

Panama City Beach, Florida is home to the “World’s Most Beautiful Beaches” and host to Emerald Coast Cruizin’.  “The South’s Best Blast from the Past” Annual Automotive Festival”, founded in 2005. Emerald Coast Cruizin’ was designed and developed for the automotive enthusiast, so whether you drive a Classic, Hot Rod, Street Rod, Exotics, Muscle car…this family friendly event has something for everyone!

For more info, please visit: https://emeraldcoastcruizin.com/

UNwineD

When: Friday, March 28, 2025

Where: Aaron Bessant Park

Presented by Publix, UNwineD with a week full of tasting and sampling delicious creations with local chefs and eateries. This “stylish garden party” will be home to the best craft beer, wine, spirits and cuisine in the region. Get your ticket now and support Make-A-Wish, Heartland Animal Rescue and Beach Care Services charities.

For more info, please visit:  https://www.visitpanamacitybeach.com/unwined/

 APR - 2025

Seabreeze Jazz Festival

When: April 24, 2025 - April 27, 2025

Where: Aaron Bessant Park

Named a "Top 10 Jazz Festival in the USA" by JazzIZ Magazine and recently nominated as "Best Jazz Festival" at the Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards, the Seabreeze Jazz Festival in Panama City Beach combines the top national smooth jazz artists with a full weekend of fun, sun, great beaches, and good times - all on the west end of Panama City Beach. The event now attracts over 20,000 fans from the USA, Canada, and Europe for the ultimate performance-packed weekend of jazz.

For more info, please visit:  https://seabreezejazzfestival.com/

Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally

When: April 30 - May 4, 2025

Where: Frank Brown Park

Known as “The Most Biker Friendly FREE Rally in the United States,” Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally is held twice yearly in Panama City Beach during the first weekend in May and mid-October. Bikers from around the country enjoy scenic rides along the Emerald Coast, live entertainment and local cuisine.

For more info, please visit:  https://www.thunderbeachproductions.com/

MAY - 2025

Florida Jeep Jam

When: May 12, 2025 - May 17, 2025

Where: Frank Brown Park

The Jeep invasion returns to Panama City Beach for its 10th year! With more-than 2,000 Jeeps, hundreds of clubs, and opportunities to take your Jeep obstacle courses or off-road excursions, this Jam is the ultimate vacation. Be sure to register before you go.  

For more info, please visit:  https://www.floridajeepjam.com/

Jam on the Coast 5K

When: May 31, 2025 * 5K will start at 7:00 AM

Where: Frank Brown Park

The 5th Annual Jam on the Coast 5K presented by Visit Panama City Beach, in partnership with Gulf Coast Jam, will take place May 31, 2025 in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida. The race begins and ends in Frank Brown Park at the entrance of the Gulf Coast Jam. All runners will receive a moisture wicking shirt, finisher medal, and an exclusive $10 off coupon on Gulf Coast Jam merchandise. Packet Pickup is on Friday, May 30, at Dave & Buster’s from 11am – 5pm.

For more info, please visit:  https://pcbeach.org/jam-on-the-coast-5k/

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OCT - 2025

Thunder Beach Motorcycle Fall Rally

When: Oct 23 - Oct 27, 2025

Where: Frank Brown Park

Known as “The Most Biker Friendly FREE Rally in the United States,” Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally is held twice yearly in Panama City Beach during the first weekend in May and mid-October. Bikers from around the country enjoy scenic rides along the Emerald Coast, live entertainment and local cuisine.

For more info, please visit:  https://www.thunderbeachproductions.com/

NOV - 2025

Panama City Beach Ironman Florida

When: November 1, 2025

Where: Pier Park

Info: One of the most storied North American races, IRONMAN Florida began in November, 1999. It takes place in Panama City Beach with the starting line at the Russell-Fields City Pier. Just as the summer season winds down, it’s the perfect time of year to visit northwest Florida—and the event is as much a destination vacation as it is a race.

The swim takes place in the Gulf of Mexico, where athletes will have a short beach run in between laps. Waters are typically in the mid 70’s, allowing triathletes to wear wetsuits. The two-loop swim course gives spectators a bird’s eye view of the entire course.

After exiting the water, athletes are challenged by a fast, flat, one-loop bicycle course. The terrain pushes the body in a way that most athletes are not accustomed to: the absence of rolling hills or steep inclines forces consistent pacing. Winds are typically light in the morning but become more challenging later in the day. With daylight savings time ending the following day, early sunset reminds athletes that the bicycle cut-off is soon approaching.

The two-loop run course, while flat, has many turns throughout the local neighborhoods. In the spectator-friendly area, thousands of residents and visitors emerge for fall get-togethers while supporting the competitors. The course is filled with breathtaking views of the emerald coast waters along the shoreline. After the second loop, athletes round the last corner for the final quarter-mile to the finish.

For more info, please visit:  https://www.ironman.com/im-florida

DEC - 2025

Daybreak 76® Panama City Beach Marathon

When: December 6, 2025 

Where: Pier Park

The Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the Daybreak 76® Panama City Beach Marathon, presented by Visit Panama City Beach, on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The 26.2 mile race is a staple for the panhandle and attracts thousands of both residents and visitors to Panama City Beach. Every year a portion of race proceeds will also be donated to a local non-profit organization to improve our community. The race begins and ends in Pier Park, with an after party at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. All runners of the Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K will receive a race day shirt, and all finishers will receive a medal. The certified course is a 2026 Boston Marathon Qualifier, and the race is professionally timed. Real-time runner tracking will be available via RaceJoy.

For more info, please visit: https://pcbmarathon.com/

New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop

When: Dec 31, 2024

Where: Pier Park

The New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop features live entertainment, fireworks, a kids’ ball drop with 10,000 inflatable beach balls and, of course, the main event! Ring in the New Year as a giant LED-lit beach ball lowers from the 80-foot Celebration Tower!

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PANAMA CITY BEACH WEATHER

A subtropical climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year makes a getaway to Panama City Beach a year-round event.

THINGS TO DO IN PCB

From excursions to Shell Island to dolphin shows to deep sea fishing and more, there is always plenty to do in Panama City Beach, besides relaxing and enjoying the world-famous white sand beaches.

BIANNUAL THUNDER BEACH RALLY

The Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally rolls in Panama City Beach, FL, every spring and fall. Accommodations fill up fast during this huge event. October 25 - 29, 2023 & May 1 - 5, 2024

ANNUAL SEABREEZE JAZZ FESTIVAL

Panama City Beach air fills with the smooth sounds of Jazz every evening. Book in advance accommodations fill up fast during this very popular event. April 24 - 28, 2024