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2012 Local Events

What's coming up on the local forecast!

 

The city of Panama City Beach has always been a illustrious town full of activities and events for everyone to enjoy from fairs, food festivals, automotive or bicycle shows to music concerts. See below to see the latest and upcoming happenings here on "The Worlds Most Beautiful Beach!"

Panama City Beach Local Events: click on any month to see what's happening around the area.

 

JANUARY

Dancing for Life

Date: 01/28/2012
Time: 6:30PM

A benefit showcase featuring professional dancers from Dancing with the Stars, local celebrities, as well as students from Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Panama City. This year, watch local radio personalities, Derrell Day of Talk Radio 101.1, Mandy of Island 106, Sara Violette of 97X and 101.1, and Short Bus of 97X battle on the dance floor to see who is the best! All proceeds go to benefit Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society. Tickets are available at The Martin Theatre box office (850) 763-8080 and Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Panama City (850) 873-6269.

Location: Martin Theatre 409 Harrison Ave.

 

 

FEBRUARY

Winter Resident Appreciation Day

Date: 02/03/2012
Time: 9:00AM - 11:00AM


Panama City Beach Winter Residents are invited to the event to enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts. Guests will also have the opportunity to register for giveaways and gather information on seasonal events and local areas of interest. Contact Number: (850) 233-5070

Location: Panama City Beach Visitor Information Center 17001 Panama City Beach Parkway


Panama City Mardi Gras Festival and Parade-Krewe of Massalina

Date: 02/03/2012 - 02/04/2012
Time: Friday 3:00PM-11:00PM for the Mardi Gras Festival
Saturday3:00PM for the Mardi Gras Parade


Well, in the heart of historic Downtown Panama City, festivities are warming up. More than fifty vendors will be set up! If you're looking for great N'Orleans style rhythms, 2 stages with local and out of state musicians will be filling the air with music. For more information visit: http://www.kreweofmassalina.com or call (850) 913-8383.

Location: McKenzie Park 144 Harrison Avenue.


"Almost Maine" Comedy Show

Date: 02/10/2012 - 02/26/2012
Dates: 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, & 26th

A delightful midwinter night's dream about falling in love in unexpected, awkward & stumbling ways. Showtimes are at 7:30pm on Fri & Sat, and 2:00pm on Sundays. Adults: $16, Mil/Sen: $15, Student: $8 when pre-reserved.

Contact Number: (850) 265-3226
Location: Kaleidoscope Theatre 207 E. 24th St.


"Winter Resident Appreciation Day

Date: 02/10/2012
Time: 9:00AM - 11:00AM

Panama City Beach Winter Residents are invited to the event to enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts. Guests will also have the opportunity to register for giveaways and gather information on seasonal events and local areas of interest.

Contact Number: (850) 233-5070
Location: Panama City Beach Visitor Information Center 17001 Panama City Beach Parkway


St. Andrews 15th Annual Mardi Gras Parade

Date: 02/11/2012
Time: 2:00PM

This is THE PARADE not to be missed in Bay County! There will be over 14 Krewes with more than 20 brightly colored floats Starting at Oakland Terrace Park, west on 11th Street to Beck Ave. and Beck Ave to 15th Street. There will be beads, doubloons, and other unique treasures to catch.

Location: Downtown St. Andrews


Home Builders Association’s Home Building Expo

Date: 02/11/2012 - 02/12/2012
Time: Friday-10:00-5:00PM, Saturday-11:00-4:00PM

Introduce essitial services and innovative new proucts. Proceeds go to Habitat For Humanity Bay County.

Location: FSU-PC Holley Academic Center


Corks ‘N Canvases

Date: 02/17/2012
Time: 6:00 - 10:00PM

A wine tasting and art auction to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida. The event will include a specialty wine tasting, heavy hors d’oeurves, live jazz entertainment, as well as a silent and live auction. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. To purchase tickets or for more information, please call or visit www.bbbsnwfl.org for more information.

Contact Number: (850) 763-5437
Location: The Boatyard Restaurant


Mardi Gras at The Beach Parade by Dominique Youx
Mardi Gras Special!! Pay for 2 Nights, Get 3rd Night FREE! While supplies last.

Date: 02/18/2012
Time: 2:00PM

The Parade route can be found HERE. For more information, please go to: http://www.mardigrasatthebeach.com

Location: Pier Park


Gulf Coast State College Blood Drive

Date: 02/23/2012
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM


Donors are encouraged to make a reservation at www.nfbsdonor.org using sponsor code W6073 to expedite the process.


Contact Number: (800) 682-5663
Location: Gulf Coast State College Breezeway (between Student Union East and Student Union West)



Strides for Scholars 5k run/walk

Date: 02/25/2012
Time: 7:30AM


The Bay Education Foundation will host Strides for Scholars, a 5k run/walk. Entry fee for runner is $20, $15 for walkers. Brunch immediately following event. All proceeds benefit the Foundation's Take Stock In Children Scholarship program.

Contact: 767-4111 or www.bayeducationfoundation.org
Location: TBA


MARCH

Friday Fest

Date: 03/02/2012
Time: 6:00-10:00PM

Please go to http://www.pcfridayfest.com for more information.

Location: Downtown Panama City


9th Annual Gulf Coast Home and Garden Expo

Date: 03/09/2012 - 03/12/2012

The American Red Cross is proud to announce the 9th Annual Gulf Coast Home and Garden Expo. Three-action packed days filled with the latest trends in decorating, outdoor living, energy-savings, lawn and garden products and much more. Find fresh and creative ways to stretch your home improvement dollars, and visit with experts in the industry. Free, innovative and creative seminars provide tons of ideas and tools. Whether you are looking to build or remodel a home, find ways to save money, or to have a fun day with your family, this expo has the solutions you are looking for!

Location: Bay County Fairgrounds


Chautauqua Wine Tasting

Date: 03/23/2012
Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM

Location: McKenzie & Gateway Park (Downtown Panama City)

 

APRIL

Friday Fest

Date: 04/06/2012
Time: 6:00-10:00PM

Please go to http://www.pcfridayfest.com for more information.

Location: Downtown Panama City


Art-Tique

Date: 04/14/2012
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM


Please go to: http://www.art-tiquepc.com for more information.

Location: Downtown Panama City


2012 Mask Parade and Gala

Date: 04/14/2012
Time: 6:00-11:00PM

For more information, please go to: http://eventsatcovenant.org/mask/


Location: Edgewater Beach Resort Conference Center

 

MAY

14th Annual Thunder Beach Spring Rally

Thunder Beach Spring Rally Special

Pay for 3 - 5 Nights Get 1 Free

Pay for 6 Nights Get 2 Free

Date: 05/02/2012 - 05/06/2012

For more information please visit:
www.thunderbeachproductions.com

JUNE

 

JULY

 

AUGUST

Friday Fest

Date: 08/3/2012
Time: 6:00PM - 10:00PM

Please go to www.pcfridayfest.com for more information.

Location: Downtown Panama City

SEPTEMBER

 

OCTOBER

12th Annual Thunder Beach Autumn Rally

Date: 10/10/2012 - 10/14/2012
Time: 6:30PM

Autumn Thunder Beach Rally Special

Pay for 3 - 5 Nights Get 1 Free

Pay for 6 Nights Get 2 Free

For more information please visit:
www.thunderbeachproductions.com

Location: Panama City Beach

 

28th Annual Oktoberfest

Date: 10/13/2012
Time: 2:00PM - 10:00PM

From accordion players to carnival rides and sausage eating contests, this Uber-Strassen-Fest has it all. Large food tents are concentrated near the bandstand. Food enthusiasts will be serenaded by local musicians of a variety of styles, so practice your polka. Oktoberfest offers plenty to keep the little ones busy, while the adults savor a huge selection of beer. Carnival rides, face-painting, clowns and other family activities are part of the fun. More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the event, from the ceremonial tapping of the kegs to the Oom-Pah-Pah band concerts.

Location: Downtown Panama City


NOVEMBER

Festival of Nations

Date: 11/10/2012
Time: 10:00AM - 8:00PM

Enjoy art, food and dancing from around the world.

Contact Number: (850) 785-2554
Location: Downtown Panama City

DECEMBER

Annual Beach Ball Drop

Date: 12/31/2012


Family Celebration 5:30PM - 8:00PM

8:00PM Inflated Beach Ball Drop & Fireworks for family

Countdown Celebration 8:45PM - 1:00AM

12:00AM Official Beach Ball Drop & Fireworks

Location: Downtown Panama City