Fright Nights celebrates its 5th year with a month-long series of hauntingly creative experiences in Downtown Panama City. From spine-tingling scares to imaginative art and lively community gatherings, the event brings together history, horror, and celebration in a way that’s both thrilling and unforgettable. This milestone year highlights the creativity, tradition, and spooky spirit that have made Fright Nights a favorite fall tradition for locals and visitors alike.

2025 Event Dates:

• FRIGHT NIGHTS OPENING NIGHT: October 3, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  The Art of Frankenstein Gallery: The Art of Frankenstein Exhibition includes all art media, including digital works and photography, relating to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Celebrate the iconic story (and the works of local and regional artists) at the Opening Reception on Friday, October 3 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. It’s free to attend, plus the Fright Nights Art Market will be kicking off right outside that evening with local artisan vendors selling their spookiest wares.
  Frankenstein’s Laboratory: Experience a tour of Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory! Meet the scientist, tour the lab, and encounter his fearsome creation along the way.
  The Art of Fright Nights Gallery: Step inside the shadows of the past with The Art of Fright Nights, featuring photography and original set pieces from the last five years of our haunted immersive experience, Fright Nights. This collection captures the eerie beauty, handcrafted horror, and behind-the-scenes artistry that brought nightmares to life. Each piece tells a story of fear, performance, and transformation. A tribute to the makers of modern myth and the memories of Ravenwood left behind in the dark. Featuring the photography of Nikki Bonnette.
  Working in the Lab by Paige Undieme: On display along the hallways of the historic Center for the Arts is a collection of works by Paige Undieme in an exhibition titled Working in the Lab. Paige started Paper Loves Ink in 2005 with intentions of becoming a graphic designer. She later decided to dip a toe into illustration to bring her ideas to life. The pieces featured in Working in the Lab are reminiscent of the vintage styles present in her early work, as well as new mediums and styles never before tested.
  Galleries will be on display through November 1.

• HAUNTED WALKING TOUR: October 24 – 25, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  Explore the haunted side of Downtown Panama City! Join us for a guided tour through historic streets where chilling tales of murders, ghostly encounters, and lingering spirits come to life. From friendly phantoms to eerie apparitions, this unforgettable experience will leave you with stories to tell long after the night ends. Tickets go on sale October 1.

Proceeds from Fright Nights support the Bay Arts Alliance mission of putting Art on Every Corner.