PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Musicians from a variety of genres showcased their Christmas spirit and holiday cheer Monday morning at a holiday concert in Downtown Panama City. Musicians included Britt Reynolds, The Panama Symphony Orchestra and Will and Lindsey Thompson joining together for the event at Panama City’s City Hall.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – It’s another step forward for Viking Cruises. Friday, Panama City Port Authority approved a letter of intent with the cruise line to open Panama City as a port of call. “Panama City would be the very first port in the call after leaving their homeport,” Panama City Port Authority Executive Director Wayne Stubbs said.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG) – The St. Joe Company announced additional details Tuesday about a planned hotel development in downtown Panama City. St. Joe says Hotel Indigo will feature 124 guest rooms overlooking St. Andrews Bay. The Hotel Indigo brand is considered a boutique hotel, according to the company. This is part of the overall revitalization of the downtown Panama City area, including the marina.
PANAMA CITY Fla. (WMBB) — New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, and it is looking like Downtown Panama City will be the place to be. The Historic Downtown Panama City partnered with The City of Panama City will host a “Downtown Countdown” for residents to ring in 2021 in a fun yet safe way.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — The Bay County Sheriff’s Office is hosing Fridday Night at the Drive-In with the BCSO. The event will be Friday, December 11 and will begin at 6:30 p.m. It will be located in the parking lot of the Panama City Mall near the Sears building. They’ll be showing Christmas classics such as “A Christmas Story” and “Frosty the Snowman.” Sound will be provided through your FM radio by tuning into 90.3.
Located in northwest Florida, Panama City is an oasis of culture, character, and charm. Not far from the world renowned white sand beaches and emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find the funky little historic St. Andrews neighborhood. Once a quaint fishing village, the area is now a hotspot for local cuisine, live music, and regional art.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — The Panama City Center for the Arts is getting residents into the holiday spirit this month with an immersive Winter Wonderland art experience. The first-ever “Winter Wonderland” exhibit at the Center for the Arts opened earlier this month and features a variety of holiday-themed rooms to walk through and enjoy.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Tuesday the Panama City Commission voted to approve a letter of intent with Viking Cruises to open up Panama City as a port of call to people who may have never thought about visiting the area.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Whether residents are in need of a festive family activity, Christmas gift, or creative outlet, Board & Brush Creative Studio in Downtown Panama City will offer workshops and deals throughout the holiday season.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — History Class Brewery proved that beer, Christmas, and kids can all co-exist in a fun, family-friendly environment. On Sunday the brewery kicked off a weekly family-friendly series called, “Mrs. Claus Storytime.” But this wasn’t your normal storytime, this was a sing-a-long combined with stories and very important lessons.
PANAMA CITY — “Small, locally owned businesses are the backbone of any vibrant community,” said Jennifer Vigil with Destination Panama City. “They help create the character, charm and uniqueness that travelers are looking to experience.”
PANAMA CITY — A 20-year tradition gets a glow-up this Friday as the annual “Lighting of the Park” in historic St. Andrews adds new displays and features. Oaks by the Bay Park, 2715 W. 10th St., will take on a spectacular seasonal shine at 6 p.m. on Nov. 27.
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PANAMA CITY — Whether you need a little help or a lot this Thanksgiving, area restaurants are serving up options to bring the holiday meal to your table or to enjoy at theirs.
PANAMA CITY — Fazoli’s Italian restaurant chain has announced that it will come to the Panama City area. According to a press release, Fazoli’s CEO Carl Howard announced the Lexington, Kentucky-based company, known for serving up Italian dishes at a great value, has executed an area development agreement with Bob Amin of Shiv 8 Panama City LLC to open three locations in Panama City. The first restaurant is slated to open in the third quarter of 2021, the release said.