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No matter what kind of Panama City Beach holiday you're dreaming about, we've got you covered. Panama City Beach, named the top 3 beach in the United States by TripAdvisor, has 27-miles of beautiful beaches to choose from and you'll find a different experience at each stop along the way. Explore as much of PCB as you can. If you love long walks along the beach, you won't find a better beach for it!
If you’re an avid festival-goer, then Panama City Beach’s many music and cultural festivals will give you that thrill of big crowds and tons of rock and rollicking entertainment.
The weekend before Fat Tuesday, join the party at the PCB Mardi Gras and Music Festival with several parades (for kids, second line, and the big Mardi Gras at the Beach parade), a festival village and tons of live musical entertainment by national and regional acts.
March welcomes springtime revelry during the UNwineD event, which features food as well as beer, spirits and wine from around the region and the world. Kicking off on a Friday and continuing into Saturday for a tasting party and concert, it’s all happening in Aaron Bessant Park.
In late April, dust off your vintage flannel shirts and wax nostalgic for the annual SandJam Music Festival with its three-day, multi-stage extravaganza of alternative rock music on M.B. Miller County Pier.
PCB welcomes Jeep enthusiasts in mid-May for the Jeep Beach Jam which runs for five full days. Bring your Jeep-loving crew, and get your motors running for bumper-to-bumper Jeep events including off-roading, obstacle courses, Jeep vendors, National Go Topless Day (the Jeep, folks, the Jeep) and so much more.
Midsummer night’s fireworks light up PCB’s Real. Fun. Beach. at the annual Real. Fun. Fourth. in July. On the first two nights, watch the pyrotechnics from a beachfront restaurant or hotel and listen to the music set to the choreographed fireworks displays via the radio simulcast.
By summer’s end during Labor Day Weekend, you can join the pulsating crowd of music-loving spectators for the Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam. The stages are set for big headliners in southern rock and country music as well as up-and-coming artists in both genres.
Just in time for cooler weather, harvest fests and Halloween, put on your peg legs and eye patches for the family-friendly Pirates of the High Seas festival at Pier Park. Join in treasure hunting, pirate parties, musical performances, parades and legendary maritime merriment!
If you’re in Panama City Beach during the autumn leading into the holiday season, check out Beach Home for the Holidays on Thanksgiving weekend. Come to Aaron Bessant Park to listen to caroling concerts and wait in happy anticipation of an appearance Father Christmas.
So come to Panama City Beach any time of year and find games, rides, animal encounters, live music and lively crowds.
Our favourite stays
Holiday Inn ExpressModerateFrom £148 per room per night
Located in Panama City Beach, this hotel boasts direct beach access, a continental breakfast and ocean front rooms with a balcony. St Andrews State Park is a 15-minute drive away.
Every room at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Panama City Beach is oceanfront and offers panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. A coffee maker, seating area and hair dryer are provided along with cable TV and free WiFi.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Panama City Beach has an outdoor pool and chairs. Guests can use the business center and laundry facilities.
Shipwreck Island WaterPark, Wonderworks interactive museum and Gulf World Marine Park are all within a 5-minute drive away.
Hampton Inn Beachfront
Moderate
From £140 per room per night
One of our top picks in Panama City Beach.Located in Panama City Beach, 200 yards from Gulf World Marine Park, Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront provides accommodation with a bar and private parking. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 3.1 miles from Shipwreck Island and 5 miles from Ripley's Believe it or Not!.
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by WyndhamModerateFrom £64 per room per night
A mile from the world's most beautiful beaches, the La Quinta Inn & Suites Panama City Beach is located in the heart of Panama City's shopping, dining and recreation scened.
Enjoy modern amenities such as free wireless high-speed internet access, a Free Bright Side breakfast, fitness centre, and a heated outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi. Each spacious room at the La Quinta Inn & Suites includes free high-speed internet access, a coffee maker, hair dryer, iron w/ironing board and much more. Pick up a free newspeter in the hotel lobby.
Laketown Wharf ResortSelf Catering
From £132 per room per night
This beachfront resort is located close to great shopping, dining and entertainment.
Rentals have up to 3 bedrooms and have kitchens, washers, dryers and balconies. The units can sleep as many as 8 people and include free wireless internet. Onsite, there are 5 pools, including one on the rooftop, a fitness centre, mini golf course, convenience store and restaurant.
