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Backstage Pass

Marina Lawn between Harrison’s Kitchen & Bar and Hotel Indigo 7 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL, United States

Pack your picnic blankets and folding chairs and get ready for an exciting new line-up of fall concerts as Backstage Pass returns to the Marina Lawn in Downtown Panama City! […]

Free

Fright Nights in Historic Downtown Panama City

Panama City Center for the Arts 19 E 4th Street, Panama City, Florida, United States

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 […]

$20 – $40

Panama City Songwriters Festival

Historic Downtown Panama City 409 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL, United States

Downtown Panama City will be home to the area’s 7th Annual Songwriter Festival, November 6 - 8, 2025. The town will be filled with musical entertainment by local, regional, national, […]

Public Eye Soar

Gulf Coast State College 5230 W US HWY 98, Panama City, Florida, United States

For two nights each November, Gulf Coast State College comes alive with light, sound, art, and fun. Experience the Public Eye SOAR – featuring imagery from all corners of the […]

Free

Jingle Bell Express

Destination Panama City 101 West Beach Drive, Panama City, FL, United States

All aboard the Jingle Bell Express! This magical holiday experience connects Downtown Panama City & St. Andrews for riders to enjoy all of the Christmas wonder to be found in […]

Free

39th Annual Boat Parade of Lights

Panama City Marina 1 Harrison Ave, Panama City, Florida, United States

The holiday season has officially set sail in Panama City, Florida and Destination Panama City is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated Boat Parade of Lights! Once again, we're teaming up […]

Free for spectators

Krewe of St. Andrews Mardi Gras

Historic St. Andrews Beck Ave, Panama City, FL, United States

The St. Andrews Mardi Gras, the official Mardi Gras parade and festival of Panama City, Florida. It’s the most popular and largest Mardi Gras celebration in Panama City. Come see […]

Free

FLLUXE Arts Festival

Panama City Center for the Arts 19 E 4th Street, Panama City, Florida, United States

Experience a truly immersive experience at the Florida Luxe Arts Festival! With a combination of music, street chalk installations, artisanal vendors, local foods, live painting, and so much more, this […]

Free

Blessing of the Fleet, Fish Fry & Burning of the Socks

St. Andrews Marina 3151 W 10th St, Panama City, FL, United States

The 29th Annual Blessing of the Fleet, Fish Fry & Burning of the Socks will be held at the St. Andrews Marina on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Fish Fry will […]

Free

Groove Fest

Destination Panama City 101 West Beach Drive, Panama City, FL, United States

Groove Fest is an electrifying celebration of live music, dancing, and community set against the stunning backdrop of St. Andrews Bay. This soul filled event brings together a variety of […]

July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival

Panama City Marina 1 Harrison Ave, Panama City, Florida, United States

Destination Panama City is excited to celebrate the July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival! Join our community for a day of patriotic festivities, family-friendly activities, and a breathtaking fireworks display. […]

Free

St. Andrews Play Music on the Porch Day

Historic St. Andrews Beck Ave, Panama City, FL, United States

Celebrate Worldwide Play Music on the Porch Day the Keep St Andrews Salty way with musicians playing on merchant’s front & back porches all over Historic St Andrews.

Free