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Panama City Beach Events & Local Calendar

Planning a beach trip around a tournament or festival? Use this calendar to see what is happening during your stay, check the venue and follow the official links for schedules and tickets.

Event details checked September 9, 2026 · Selected events for September–November 2026

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Observation wheel and palm trees at Pier Park in Panama City Beach
The observation wheel at Pier Park. Check your event venue when choosing where to stay in Panama City Beach.

September 2026

WSL World Championships · Week 1

September 11–13, 2026
Frank Brown Park, Publix Sports Park and Lynn Haven Sports Park

The first WSL championship weekend brings slowpitch softball to three parks. WSL lists no gate fees for this weekend. Check your team’s division and field assignments before choosing where to stay.

Check WSL Week 1 Details

WSL World Championships · Week 2

September 18–20, 2026
Frank Brown Park, Publix Sports Park and Lynn Haven Sports Park

WSL’s second championship weekend also uses three parks, with no gate fees advertised. Confirm the park and game times for your division before making travel plans.

Check WSL Week 2 Details

WSL Coed World Championships

September 25–27, 2026
Publix Sports Park

The third weekend covers coed C, D and E divisions. Follow WSL for brackets, game times and admission details.

Check WSL Coed Details

Softball teammates gathered together on a dirt field
Softball teammates on the field. Illustrative stock photo, not a photo of a WSL event. Photo by Bryce Carithers via Pexels.

October 2026

Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest

October 9–11, 2026
Panama City Beach; locations vary by activity

The free festival includes parades, live entertainment and fireworks. Use the official event map to plan your visit. Pirate breakfasts have separate locations and arrangements, so check those details before attending.

Festival Schedule & Maps

Panama City Beach Oktoberfest

October 16–18, 2026
Aaron Bessant Park, near Pier Park

German food, beer, live music and children’s activities fill this three-day event. Review the ticket packages to see what admission and beverage options include.

Oktoberfest Details & Tickets

November 2026

Emerald Coast Cruizin’ · Fall Car Show

November 12–14, 2026
Aaron Bessant Park

Classic cars, hot rods, trucks and customs return for the fall show. Check the event information for the daily schedule, spectator admission and vehicle registration.

Fall Car Show Information

More ideas for your trip

Explore local beaches, restaurants and attractions
or read our
September tournament travel guide
for more planning tips. Confirm any additional events with their organizers.

Plan your stay around the venue

  • Check the exact park. Frank Brown Park, Publix Sports Park and Lynn Haven Sports Park are separate venues. Use your assigned field location when comparing rentals.
  • Review parking before booking. Ask about vehicle limits and trailer restrictions at your rental, especially if you are traveling with a show car or team equipment.
  • Confirm walkability. A listing described as near Pier Park does not establish the walking route to your event. Check the property’s location and the event entrance.
  • Check schedules again before leaving. Outdoor events can change with weather. Follow the organizer’s updates for cancellations, parking instructions and ticket information.

This is a selected calendar, not a complete list of area events. Dates and arrangements can change; use the official links above before booking travel or buying tickets.

Orange and blue sunset over the Gulf, sandy beach and a pier
A beach sunset between event days. Photo by Koushalya Karthikeyan via Unsplash, also featured in our September tournament guide.

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