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Downtown Panama City, Florida will be home to the area’s 7th Annual Songwriter Festival, November 7 & 8, 2025. Featuring original songs by local, regional and national musicians, Historic Downtown Panama City’s most notable art galleries and performance spaces will transform into intimate music venues for this one-of-a kind festival. See the lineup below!

Visit pcsongwriters.com for VIP tickets, festival & artist info, view lodging partners and to learn about the Bay Youth Music Association.

One of the most storied North American races, IRONMAN Florida is set to take place in Panama City Beach on Saturday, Nov. 1. Beginning at 6AM, participants will start the grueling race consisting of a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bicycle ride and a 26.22 marathon run, raced in that order.

The swim portion of the race begins at the Russell-Fields Pier across from Pier Park. The run sends participants through local neighborhoods and the beautifully shaded St. Andrew's State Park, culminating where it all began at Pier Park.

Thanksgiving Thursday may be the time for turkey, but that weekend, Santa Claus is coming to town! Beach Home for the Holidays waves goodbye to fall and sets the stage for the most magical month of the year. Join in the fun at Aaron Bessant Park November 28 & 29 for carol-themed concerts, a Christmas tree-lighting, s'mores, an appearance by Santa and activities for the kids. 

Thanksgiving Thursday may be the time for turkey, but that weekend, Santa Claus is coming to town! Beach Home for the Holidays waves goodbye to fall and sets the stage for the most magical month of the year. Join in the fun at Aaron Bessant Park November 28 & 29 for carol-themed concerts, a Christmas tree-lighting, s'mores, an appearance by Santa and activities for the kids. 

Hotel Effi invites you to join them for a Halloween celebration unlike any other at their Ara Rooftop Pool and Lounge. Step into a reimagined Wonderland—elevated high above Sandestin—for an evening of rooftop views, tea party-inspired small bites from 6-8pm, and spirited fun. Enjoy live DJ sets, lawn games, and a costume contest judged live at 10pm. 

Red Bar Jazz Band on stage during dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5:30pm til 9:00pm.

A variety of local and visiting bands will take the stage on Sundays (brunch), Sunday nights, and Monday nights.

Red Bar Jazz Band on stage during dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5:30pm til 9:00pm.

A variety of local and visiting bands will take the stage on Sundays (brunch), Sunday nights, and Monday nights.

Red Bar Jazz Band on stage during dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5:30pm til 9:00pm.

A variety of local and visiting bands will take the stage on Sundays (brunch), Sunday nights, and Monday nights.

Red Bar Jazz Band on stage during dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5:30pm til 9:00pm.

A variety of local and visiting bands will take the stage on Sundays (brunch), Sunday nights, and Monday nights.

Red Bar Jazz Band on stage during dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5:30pm til 9:00pm.

A variety of local and visiting bands will take the stage on Sundays (brunch), Sunday nights, and Monday nights.