Panama City Beach & 30A Events Calendar

Plan a beach trip around upcoming festivals, concerts, races, car shows and family events in Panama City Beach and along 30A. This guide covers September 29, 2026–September 29, 2027, with event links, locations and practical planning notes.

Updated September 29, 2026 · By Roger Rietsema, Realtor® | Allison James Estates & Homes

Exact dates below come from organizers or official tourism listings. Entries marked tourism-calendar dates need a final check against the organizer’s current program. Dates that have not been verified are clearly marked. Local schedules are released throughout the year, so use the live calendars below for the full range of daily events and new announcements.

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Looking for something today or tomorrow, September 29–30? Start with the PCB calendar and the South Walton calendar.

October 2026

• Oct. 2–3 — Cars of 30A at Alys Beach
  Alys Beach · 30A
  Car displays and related experiences. Check which activities require tickets.
• Oct. 2–4 — Discover Watersound Weekend
  Watersound · South Walton
  Community activities and a chance to explore the Watersound area; consult the event program for locations and access.
• Oct. 9–11 — Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest
  Panama City Beach
  Parades, entertainment and festival activities. Follow the official map for each venue.
• Oct. 15–18 — Harvest Wine & Food Festival
  WaterColor · 30A
  Wine dinners, tastings and culinary events; individual experiences have separate admission arrangements.
• Oct. 16–18 — Panama City Beach Oktoberfest
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  German food, beer, music and family activities. Review admission and beverage packages.
• Oct. 21–25 — Thunder Beach Fall Motorcycle Rally
  Multiple venues · PCB
  Use the rally schedule for concerts, vendors and venue details. Check motorcycle and trailer parking at your rental.
• Oct. 24 — Halloweener Derby & Dog Costume Contest
  Seaside · 30A
  Dachshund races and a dog costume contest. Check the event page for registration and current start times.
• Oct. 24 — Kids Fishing Rodeo
  Frank Brown Park · PCB
  Listed on the official tourism calendar. Confirm age groups, registration and equipment details.
• Oct. 24 — Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Community fundraising event; follow the listing for participation details.
• Oct. 31 — Halloween in Seaside
  Central Square, Seaside · 30A
  The town lists family Halloween activities from 4–7 p.m. Check current parking guidance before arriving.

November 2026

• Nov. 5–8 — Seeing Red Wine Festival
  Seaside · 30A
  Wine tastings and dinners across town. Check availability and the inclusions for each ticket.
• Nov. 6–7 — Mountainfilm on Tour
  WaterColor Marina Park Amphitheater · 30A
  Two evenings of outdoor documentary films. Check seating, weather and parking arrangements.
• Nov. 7 — IRONMAN Florida
  Panama City Beach
  Race day is November 7. Athlete check-in and other activities occur around race day; use the athlete guide for road closures and spectator access.
• Nov. 8 — Flutterby Arts Festival
  The Pavilion at Watersound Town Center
  Children’s arts, performances and a butterfly parade, listed for 10 a.m.–4 p.m. This venue is north of US 98.
• Nov. 11 — Veterans Memorial observance
  Pier Park · PCB
  Check the tourism listing for the ceremony time and location within Pier Park.
• Nov. 11–15 — Alys Beach Crafted
  Alys Beach · 30A
  Songwriters, dinners, Firkin Fête, Spirited Soirée and the Holiday Makers Market. Admission and age rules vary by activity.
• Nov. 12–14 — Emerald Coast Cruizin’ Fall Car Show
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  The organizer identifies Aaron Bessant Park as the main event location. Check the current map for registration and trailer arrangements.
• Nov. 14 — Rosemary Beach Uncorked
  Rosemary Beach · 30A
  Food and wine event from 1–4 p.m. Check the organizer for tickets or waitlist availability.
• Nov. 26 — 30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races
  Rosemary Beach · 30A
  10K, 5K and one-mile options. Plan for race traffic and check packet pickup before Thanksgiving morning.
• Nov. 27–28 — Beach Home for the Holidays
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Holiday music, family activities and seasonal celebrations; consult the published daily program.

December 2026

• Dec. 1 — Cultural Arts Alliance Winter Social
  South Walton · venue details on organizer page
  An arts-community gathering recognizing local contributors. Confirm attendance requirements with the organizer.
• Dec. 5 — Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon
  Pier Park start and finish · PCB
  Marathon, half marathon, 5K and kids’ fun run. Check registration, packet pickup and the course map.
• Dec. 6 — Seaside Holiday Market
  Seaside · 30A
  The posted December 6 listing runs 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Check the town calendar for additional holiday-market dates.
• Dec. 31 — New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop
  Pier Park · PCB
  Use the official listing for the evening program, countdowns and parking information.
• Dec. 31 — Seaside New Year’s Eve Celebration
  Seaside · 30A
  Listed from 4–9 p.m., with music, family activities and fireworks. Recheck the final program before choosing your arrival time.

January 2027

• Jan. 15–18 — 30A Songwriters Festival
  Venues across 30A and South Walton
  Four days of songwriter performances. Plan travel between venues and check access rules for your wristband.
• Jan. 22–23 — PCB Mardi Gras & Music Festival
  Pier Park and Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar dates. Check the event listing for the current parade route and music schedule.

Winter visitors can also check PCB’s winter-resident events for welcome activities and seasonal gatherings.

February 2027

• Feb. 6–7 — PCB Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar dates; some older promotional pages still show 2026. Confirm the 2027 ticket release and daily hours before booking around it.
• Feb. 11–14; race Feb. 14 — SEASIDE SCHOOL Half Marathon + 5K Weekend
  Seaside · 30A
  Race weekend includes packet pickup, Taste of the Race and the expo. Sunday’s races require advance registration.
• Feb. 17–21 — 30A Wine Festival
  Alys Beach · 30A
  A multi-day food and wine festival. Choose tickets by experience and check venue and age requirements.
• Feb. 25–27 — Cirque Under the Stars
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar dates. Follow the listing for performance times and admission updates.

March 2027

• Mar. 5–7 — Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar dates for the boat and outdoor-lifestyle show. Check the latest show schedule and admission information.
• Mar. 6 — Panama City Beach Scottish Festival
  Frank Brown Park · PCB
  Scottish heritage celebrations; check the festival listing for performances and activities.
• Mar. 11–13 — Emerald Coast Cruizin’ Spring Car Show
  Panama City Beach · confirm main venue with organizer
  Dates appear on the tourism calendar. Venue listings differ, so use the organizer’s current map before arranging travel or trailer parking.
• Mar. 20 — Dog Easter Egg Hunt
  Russell-Fields City Pier area · PCB
  Tourism-calendar date. Check participation, leash and registration rules.
• Mar. 27 — Easter Egg Hunt
  Frank Brown Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar date. Confirm children’s age groups and start times.

Spring-break concerts, outdoor movies and children’s programs are posted on the Seaside, Alys Beach and Big Chill calendars. Check your travel dates; a previous year’s weekly schedule is not a confirmed 2027 program.

April 2027

• Apr. 2–3 — UNwineD presented by Publix
  Aaron Bessant Park · PCB
  Food, wine, spirits and craft beer. Review the separate kickoff and tasting admission options.
• Apr. 9–11 — Sandestin Wine Festival
  Baytowne Wharf · nearby Sandestin
  A nearby South Walton option west of 30A. Allow for the drive and check which tastings your ticket includes.
• Apr. 21–25 — Seabreeze Jazz Festival
  Aaron Bessant Park and related PCB venues
  The organizer lists a dinner cruise April 21 and main-stage performances April 22–25. Cruises and after-parties have separate arrangements.
• Apr. 28–May 2 — Thunder Beach Spring Motorcycle Rally
  Multiple venues · PCB
  Spring rally dates are posted by the organizer. Consult the schedule for each venue and activity.

May 2027

• Through May 2 — Thunder Beach Spring Motorcycle Rally continues
  Panama City Beach
  The rally begins April 28; check the final-weekend program.
• May 13–15 — Florida Jeep Jam
  Frank Brown Park · PCB
  Tourism-calendar dates only at this check. The organizer still has 2026 schedule pages; confirm 2027 dates and any additional activity days before reserving.

Dates to watch: ArtsQuest and other Cultural Arts Alliance events and IRONMAN 70.3 Gulf Coast. Their 2027 dates were not verified for this update. Check the Florida Jeep Jam organizer for its final 2027 program.

Digital Graffiti: The organizer has moved to an every-other-year format and lists its next festival in May 2028, outside this calendar. See the official Digital Graffiti FAQ.

June 2027

• June 3–6 — Gulf Coast Jam
  Frank Brown Park · PCB
  Four days of country music. Check passes, entry rules and transportation; nearby lodging does not guarantee a walkable route to the gate.
• Thursdays June 10–Aug. 12 — Panama City Beach Summer Concert Series
  Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater · PCB
  The tourism calendar lists this 2027 run. Check the weekly lineup, hours and weather updates before heading to the park.

Date to watch: Bay Point Billfish Open. The page reviewed still covered 2026; a 2027 tournament date is not confirmed here. Summer sports and 30A family programming are linked below.

July 2027

• Thursdays during July — Panama City Beach Summer Concert Series
  Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater · PCB
  Part of the June 10–August 12 series listed by the tourism bureau. Check each week’s program.

July 4 planning: Independence Day is July 4, 2027, but this update does not confirm individual 2027 fireworks, parade or concert schedules. Check Visit Panama City Beach, Seaside, Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach for announcements. Do not use a 2026 fireworks time as a 2027 schedule.

August 2027

• Thursdays through Aug. 12 — Panama City Beach Summer Concert Series
  Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater · PCB
  The tourism calendar currently lists August 12 as the final date. Check for weather changes or schedule revisions.

For the rest of August, use the recurring-event and venue calendars below for 30A concerts, markets, movies, theater and PCB sports. Individual 2027 dates will be added by organizers as their schedules are released.

September 1–29, 2027

Check the calendars below for Labor Day activities, live music and early-fall events through September 29. 2027 dates for WSL championship weekends were not verified at this update. Follow WSL’s official tournament schedule and the PCB sports calendar for divisions, venues and brackets. The completed September 2026 tournaments have been removed from the upcoming list.

Daily events, markets, music & sports

One page cannot promise every performance or tournament a year before it happens. These calendars cover smaller events, recurring programs and late additions across PCB, Inlet Beach, Rosemary Beach, Seacrest, Alys Beach, Watersound, Seagrove, Seaside, WaterColor, Grayton Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Gulf Place and Dune Allen. Filter by your dates and neighborhood.

• Panama City Beach events calendar — festivals, family activities, live music and community events.
• PCB sports calendar — baseball, softball, soccer and other competitions. Also check Publix Sports Park and WSL for team-specific schedules.
• Visit South Walton events — search by date and neighborhood for events throughout 30A and nearby South Walton.
• 30A daily events calendar — restaurant music, local gatherings and other community listings. Confirm details with the venue.
• Seaside’s official calendar — farmers markets, Sounds of Seaside, outdoor movies, holiday activities and fitness programs. The currently published Saturday market schedule is 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; recheck your date.
• Rosemary Beach community events — Sunday farmers markets and seasonal programming.
• Alys Beach events — town events, music and special programs; confirm public access and ticket rules.
• The Big Chill calendar — movies, live music, family activities and sports viewing on 30A.
• Cultural Arts Alliance events — arts festivals and community programs, including Watersound Town Center events.
• South Walton farmers-market guide — additional market locations, with schedules to verify before visiting.

Before you go

• Choose lodging around the actual venue. Pier Park, Aaron Bessant Park, Frank Brown Park and Publix Sports Park are different destinations. A South Walton event may be in Sandestin or north of US 98 rather than on Scenic 30A.
• Check parking and the walking route. Review sidewalks, road crossings, shuttle stops, vehicle limits and any trailer rules. “Near the event” is not the same as walking distance to its entrance.
• Read the ticket details. Festivals may sell dinners, cruises, tastings and concerts separately. Confirm age limits, accessibility, pets, admission inclusions and refund terms.
• Recheck before leaving. Outdoor events can change with weather. Races and parades can affect road access. Times shown are local Central Time unless an organizer specifies otherwise.

Considering a home or condo here?

An event weekend is a useful time to explore a neighborhood and try the drive to places you would use regularly. Visit again outside the event to compare traffic, parking and noise.

For a primary home, second home or rental property, compare beach access, HOA costs, insurance, building condition and rental restrictions. An event calendar alone does not establish a property’s rental income potential.

Roger Rietsema, Realtor® | Allison James Estates & Homes
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Where to stay for PCB & 30A events

Compare the event venue with the rental’s location before booking. Check availability, sleeping arrangements, parking, minimum stays and cancellation terms for your exact dates.

Dates, venues, tickets and programs may change. This is a researched planning guide with links to live calendars, not an automatic event feed. Confirm the latest organizer information before booking travel or purchasing tickets.