Looking to shed the Scrooge-like funk before the holidays hit? Panama City Beach is full of events and activities to get you singing “Jingle Bells” in no time!
Santa’s Arrival and Breakfast
November 25th, 2011
At 9:00am, Santa will be arriving at Pier Park for cookies, hot chocolate and pictures with all of the boys and girls who come to see him! Pictures will be taking place at the Santa House on the boardwalk.
Annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting
November 25th, 2011
The age old tradition of the Christmas tree lighting will take place from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Listen to holiday carolers as the Mayor lights the 20ft tree in Pier Park and starts the holiday season!
25th Annual Christmas Boat Parade
November 26th, 2011
This year’s boat parade will mark the 25th Anniversary of the parade in Panama City. From 4pm- 9pm in Historic St. Andrews you can watch the “Silver Anniversary”-themed parade tour the St. Andrews Marina. For more information, please visit the website.
Schooners Last Local Beach Party
November 26th, 2011
Celebrate the holiday season with Schooners! Starting at 7pm, Schooners would like to thank those who have supported them all year long. They will have live entertainment from Smoke N Mirrors. There will also be food and drink specials, holiday gifts, and VIP card giveaways. The event will benefit the Children’s Home Society. Schooners asks you to bring a new unwrapped toy to benefit an underprivileged child in the community.
8th Annual Festival of Trees
November 29th- December 2nd, 2011
The Panama City Rescue Mission is hosting the 8th Annual Festival of Trees: The Greatest Gift of All at the Marina Civic Center. This event enables local artists and designers to decorate beautiful Christmas items for charity, which are judged in a competition and then sold at auction. All proceeds help Bethel Village, the Rescue Mission’s home for recovering homeless women and families.
The Rescue Mission will also be hosting a “Lunch with Santa,” which will be a field trip for our school’s homeless children allowing them to enjoy beautiful trees, learn the history of Christmas, meet Santa, and receive presents.
Tickets and more information are available online.
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