SPOOK-TACULAR OCTOBER
Cooler temperatures make it perfect for outdoor activities as pirates, ghouls and treats mark a festive month ahead.
FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Fall Concert Series
Sharon Sheffield Park | Lynn Haven
Thursdays from October 5, 2023, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Come down with your friends and family for a good time with live music and delicious treats at this free concert series featuring different performers and food trucks. The line-up in October includes Luke & Kaylee (Oct 5); Kelly & The Healers (Oct 12); True Soul (Oct 19); Dion Jones & The Neon (Oct 26). Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs.
Pirate of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest
Pier Park | Panama City Beach
October 6-8, 2023
This annual event celebrates the legacy of the pirates who once roamed the Gulf of Mexico and pillaged the Emerald Coast, telling the tale of Dominique Youx and his krewe of loyal buccaneers through staged pirate battles and storytelling. In-person and online activities include a digital pirate costume contest, treasure hunts, parades, live music fireworks, 5K race and more. For the schedule and more information click HERE.
Oktoberfest
Aaron Bessant Park | Panama City Beach
October 13-15, 2023
From Friday to Sunday, Aaron Bessant Park in Pier Park will host Panama City Beach’s Oktoberfest. Join in the fun for three days of German beer, food, music, as well as activities for kids and families. The event will feature an Oktoberfest tent with live music, two outdoor beer gardens and bouncy houses. More information and the full schedule can be found HERE.
Fright Nights
Center for the Arts | Panama City
Fridays & Saturdays, October 13-31
Fright Nights will bring the chills to Downtown Panama City when it returns for its second year. This year’s immersive haunted experience “Seven Spectres” features the story of the Raven Queen. Tickets can only be purchased online and will go on sale from September 29. All proceeds will benefit the Bay Arts Alliance mission of putting Art on Every Corner. The experience is recommended for ages 13 & up. Choose your time slot and buy your tickets online HERE.
American Cornhole Masters
Laketown Wharf | Panama City Beach
October 20-21, 2023
Love cornhole? The American Cornhole Organization (ACO) is hosting two days of friendly competition in celebration of the popular lawn game. The Masters features professional players from around the country and is open to locals who wish to showcase their tossing and precision skills. All skill levels can play. To register and for more information visit the ACOs website HERE.
Paws in the Park
Conservation Park | Panama City Beach
October 21, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to noon
Bring your furry best friends for a free event specifically tailored for them. This year’s event will be Halloween themed and feature a costume contest for dogs and their owners, a fire department dunking booth, a K9 demonstration, vendors, as well as adoptions and donations for local animal rescue groups.
Thunder Beach
Conservation Park | Panama City Beach
October 25-29, 2023
Join bike enthusiasts, vendors and exhibitors from around the country in Panama City Beach for the fall rally! Check out the hottest custom motorcycles and accessories available. For more information on this year’s schedule and venues, visit the organizer’s website HERE.
Youth Fishing Rodeo
Frank Brown Park Youth Fishing Pond | Panama City Beach
October 28, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to noon
This free event is for kids aged 16 and younger with prizes for the top bream, bass and catfish. Rods and reels will be given to the first 300 participants.
This free event is for kids aged 16 and younger with prizes for the top bream, bass and catfish. Rods and reels will be given to the first 300 participants.
Trunk or Treat
PC Marina T-Dock | Panama City
October 28, 2023,4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Calling all little ghouls and monsters! Get ready for a spooktacular evening at the City of Panama City Trunk or Treat where little ones can enjoy a safe trick or treat by the bay.
Boo at the Beach
Pier Park | Panama City Beach
October 31, 2023, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Trick-or-treating is better by the beach! Little boos and ghouls can go store-to-store collecting treats in an open-air, family-friendly environment on Halloween.
