Winter Resident Events in PCB

As cooler temperatures settle in across the north, Visit Panama City Beach is excited to welcome winter residents for a season filled with sunshine, community, and real FUN festivities. Beginning in January 2026, residents seeking a beach escape can delight in a variety of special events, activities, and exclusive deals along the destination’s 27 miles of sugar‑white sand beaches and turquoise waters.

The season’s signature events include the annual Homecoming Dance and Social, scheduled for Friday, January 16, at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center, followed by the eagerly anticipated Winter Resident Senior Prom on Tuesday, February 10, at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort. This year’s Senior Prom theme is “Emerald City,” promising a vibrant, other‑worldly celebration. The festivities culminate on Friday, February 20, at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort with the Winter Resident Grand Finale; a warm farewell and appreciation event for those who make Panama City Beach their home away from home.

Winter Resident Appreciation Days bring the community together at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center, offering complimentary coffee, donuts, and special giveaways. These gatherings, scheduled for Friday, January 9; Friday, February 6; and Tuesday, February 17 from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m., provide the perfect opportunity to learn about the destination’s seasonal activities and meet new friends. Tickets for the Homecoming Dance and Social, Senior Prom, and Grand Finale will be available for purchase during these Appreciation Days.

For winter residents seeking even more excitement, the Panama City Beach Mystery Challenge offers an opportunity to win prizes including rounds of golf, entertainment tickets, special event opportunities, and a chance to explore cuisine from the destination’s top restaurants.

Winter Resident Events 2026

• Friday, January 9: Winter Resident Appreciation Day — 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center
• Friday, January 16: Homecoming Dance and Social — 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center
• Friday, February 6: Winter Resident Appreciation Day — 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center
• Tuesday, February 10: Winter Resident Senior Prom — 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort
• Tuesday, February 17: Winter Resident Appreciation Day — 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center
• Friday, February 20: Winter Resident Grand Finale — 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort