Bay County Chamber of Commerce

Ambassador Meeting
2023-11-14 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Bay County Chamber of Commerce, 235 W. 5th Street, Panama CIty, Florida, 32401, United States

BYP Luncheon - Change Makers
2023-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Bay County Chamber of Commerce, 235 W. 5th Street, Panama CIty, Florida, 32401, United States

Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner
2023-11-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Grace Presbyterian Church, 1415 Airport Rd., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Spaghetti Dinner & Class Basket Auction for new curriculum for the preschool. Cost: $10/Ticket (available in the church office and preschool office).

Veterans Day Cookout
2023-11-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Harley-Davidson of PCB, 14700 PCB Pkwy., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
Veterans, Thank you for your service.

We hope you stop by for our annual Veterans Day Cookout. We will be serving Free Hot Dogs, and refreshments to all our Veteran guests and their families.

50th Annual Veteran's Day Freedom Celebration
2023-11-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Capt. Anderson’s Marina, 5550 N. Lagoon Dr., Panama City, FL, 32408, United States
Dockside Celebration of our Veterans, followed by a FREE Dolphin Encounter Cruise for ALL Veterans, Retired Military, Active Duty Military, and their families. Tickets are now available at Capt. Anderson’s Marina. Call for details and reservations 850-234-3435. Limited seating, get your tickets early! Concessions will be available for purchase.- Military ID Required

Public Eye Soar 2023
2023-11-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Two nights each November, the unique street-scape of Panama City comes alive with light, sound, art and fun. Local and International projection art • Live performance • Interactive Activities – Short Films • Animation • Photography • Doodlers • Sand Art

Since 2014 we have featured the work of hundreds of artists from 45+ countriesThis event is free, and all ages are welcome to this family friendly event of light, color and imagination.

Boots N Bling
2023-11-10 17:30 - 21:30 | The Bard at Wicked Wheel
Girls Inc. of Bay County is holding its 8th annual Boots N Bling fundraiser. This unique and celebratory event brings together the business community, Girls Inc. supporters, and a rising Nashville country music star, all sharing a night of down home fun under the stars.The evening includes a prime rib dinner, wine and whiskey pull, a silent and online auction, and country music galore!All of this, under the stars at the Barn behind the Wicked Wheel.Individual tickets are not available, but there are very limited tables of 8 still remaining.Call Girls Inc at 850-588-8711 to sponsor.

12th ANNUAL WARRIOR BEACH RETREAT BBQ FUNDRAISER
2023-11-10 10:30 - 13:00 | Florida
Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital, 1940 Harrison Ave, Panama City @ 10:30 am to 1:00 pm will host a fundraiser BBQ on Friday, Nov 10, 2023.100% of the proceeds go to the retreats for Warrior Beach Retreat.Menu: Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Mac-N-Cheese, Baked Beans & Dessert.$10.00 for 1 meal or $18.00 for 2 meals (Pick Up Only)Drive through to pickup, eat with us or delivery offered for orders of 10+ meals!To pre-order meals call Teresa Fadely @ 850-532-6457.Visit warriorbeachretreat.org for more info about us.

Holly Fair 2023
2023-11-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort, 11212 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, United States
Join us for Northwest Florida’s * Southern * Holiday * Upscale * Shopping Event! Holly Fair 2023 will be held at Edgewater Beach Resort Nov. 9-12, 2023.

Thursday, Nov. 9th

Preview Party from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: $60

This cocktail event is a night of fun with a live and silent auction, live music, and early shopping access with our merchants.

Friday, Nov. 10th

Champagne Brunch from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cost: $30

This event includes a hot breakfast with a complimentary glass of champagne.

General Shopping from 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost: $10

Saturday, Nov. 11th

General Shopping from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost: $10

Sunday, Nov. 12th

Sunday Children’s Event from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost: $10

This fun activity includes a photo with Santa.

General Shopping from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $10

Click here to purchase tickets to Holly Fair 2023

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at hollyfair@jlpanamacity.org. See you at Holly Fair!

The Junior League of Panama City is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Proceeds: 100% of the net proceeds raised through Holly Fair will support the programs and mission of The Junior League of Panama City.

Optimist Club Of PCB 60th Anniversary Gala
2023-11-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Todd Herendeen Theatre, 8010 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, United States
Come help celebrate the Optimist Club of Panama City Beach turn 60. There will be a dinner and show at the Todd Herendeen Theatre, 8010 Front Beach Rd. Todd will perform tributes to legends of rock and county music. Funds raised from the celebration will benefit the Bay District Schools teacher appreciation program. Doors open at 5:30 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm, Show at 7:00 pm. For tickets, call 703-303-0074.

Hammer Down Development Grand Opening
2023-11-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Hammer Down Development, 2830 County Rd. 390, Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

Warrior Beach Retreat Salute
2023-11-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Florida
Warrior Beach Retreat will host it’s 14th annual Salute Parade & Ceremony on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Line the streets of the parade route with signs & flags . Staging of parade is located at Pier Park behind JC Penny along Stingray Dr and LC Hilton Jr Drive. If you own a motorcycle and would like to ride in the parade, please join us by 3:30 PM. The parade starts @ 4:00 PM sharp. The Ceremony will be held at Living Word Church, 500 E 19th Street, Panama City @ 7:00 PM. Ceremony is free and open to the public. Visit warriorbeachretreat.org to get all the details of the parade route.

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Small Business Marketing Tools”
2023-11-09 07:30 - 21:15 | The Hub American Family Restaurant, 346 W James Lee Blvd, Crestview, FL, 32536, United States
Let’s unpack some marketing essentials plus go over some of the greatest tools today for efficient, effective small business marketing. Join us on November 9 from 7:30 – 9:15 a.m. for “Small Business Marketing Tools” to gain the information you need, the resources to succeed, and find a balance between blowing off marketing or spending hours on the best-laid plans. From Google and Canva to social media, newsletters, and websites — let’s get you mastering marketing basics, leaning on digital and physical tools appropriately, and handing things off to someone when you’re ready. You’ll be double-dipping content, obsessed with your brand, and increasing sales before you know it. Breakfast provided by Hub City Smokehouse & Grill. Location: The Hub American Family Restaurant, 346 W James Lee Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536. No fee. To register, visit our website at www.sbdc.uwf.edu and click on “Training & Events”. Presented by Aly Lawson, Marketing & Communications Associate, Florida SBDC at UWF. Sponsored by Cadence Bank, Wells Fargo, and Hub City Smokehouse & Grill.

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business”
2023-11-07 09:00 - 12:00 | TechFarms, 7543 Holley Cir, Panama City Beach, 32408
Take the first step opening a business with the Florida SBDC’s “Starting a Business” workshop on November 7 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. In this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of launching your new venture, including how to determine feasibility and legal structures, licensing and permitting, funding options for your business and basic marketing strategies to help you get started! Location: TechFarms, 7543 Holley Circle, Panama City Beach. UWF students, faculty & staff attend free by calling 850-474-2528.

Boy Scouts 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Classic
2023-11-04 08:30 - 13:00 | Bay County Shooting Range, 10900 Steel Field Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
Bay County Shooting Range 10900 Steel Field Rd., Panama City Beach, FL, United States

Scouts BSA will host a sporting clays shoot to benefit local scouts and cub scouts on Nov 4th. Event opening and breakfast starts at 8:30 am. Teams of four are $700. There are several sponsor levels as well. Register online at www.gulfcoast council.org or emailing sara.lewis@scouting.org or calling 850-476-6336.

Healing Through The Holidays Grief Workshop
2023-11-03 09:00 - 14:00 | University of Florida Extension Office, 2728 E. 14th St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
A Healing Through The Holidays Grief Workshop will be held on Friday, November 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the University of Florida Extension Office 2728 E. 14th St., in Panama City, FL. 32401. Angel House Bereavement Center is honored to bring this day of education to both bereaved individuals and professionals in our community who can benefit from a better understanding of the grieving and healing process. The workshop will focus on defining grief, reviewing normal grief responses, discussing healing patterns and creating a self-care plans specific to the challenges of the holiday season. The workshop is free. Sign-in begins at 8:30 am. A boxed lunch will be provided with question and answer time. Registration is limited. To register, please call Angel House Bereavement Center at 850-257-5036 on or before Friday, October 27, 2023, or sign up via eventbrite.

First Friday
2023-11-03 07:30 - 09:00 | FSU PC, 4750 Collegiate Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Come to the Chamber’s most popular event and experience networking, refreshments, and learn how our partners are Building a Better Bay!

Downtown After Dark
2023-11-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Destination Panama City, 101 W. Beach Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
You don’t want to miss the November 2nd “Downtown After Dark” kickoff concert for the Panama City Songwriters Festival!

Boomtown Saints – 6:00 PM

Jerrod Niemann- 7:30 PM

General Admission: $20

VIP Tickets: $50 (VIP includes early entry, food, drinks, and VIP room access.)

All proceeds from VIP ticket sales will go back into the Panama City Songwriters Festival!

Liv Esthetics Grand Opening
2023-11-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Liv Esthetics, 1714 W. 23rd St. C, Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

Panama City Songwriter's Festival
2023-11-02 08:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Panama City, Harrison Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Downtown Panama City, Florida will be home to the area’s 5th Annual Songwriter Festival, November 2-4, 2023. The town will be filled with musical entertainment by local, regional, national, and international songwriters! All of the venues will be within walking distance to each other. Enjoy historic Downtown Panama City, FL. while you listen to songs and stories from some amazing artists! Come and support our incredible sponsors and all the great venues which are hosting this year’s singer-songwriters!

Lynn Haven Halloween Carnival 2023
2023-10-31 17:30 - 20:00 | Sharon Sheffield Park, 901 Ohio Ave., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States
The City of Lynn Haven will celebrate its Annual Halloween Carnival and Trunk or Treat event on Tuesday, October 31st from 5:30 – 8:00 PM at Sharon Sheffield Park, located at 901 Ohio Avenue.

The Halloween Carnival is a family-friendly event and free to the public. More than 30 trunks from around Bay County will be lined up on the outskirts of Sheffield Park offering kids a safe place to trick-or-treat while enjoying carnival games from local organizations. In addition, there will be food trucks, face painting, balloon artists, stilt walkers, axe-throwing, photo opportunities and lots of candy – for everyone to enjoy!

Attendees are encouraged to come out in their Halloween costumes to help create a more festive atmosphere. With a growing number of attendees each year, the city anticipates approximately 8,000 individuals in attendance.

Lynn Haven City Manager Vickie Gainer shares that the Halloween Carnival symbolizes the strong community in Lynn Haven. After Hurricane Michael, this event brought many residents together who had lost so much as a means to celebrate and thrive in the face of hardship. Gainer states, “Our Halloween Carnival is always a family-fun night for children, friends, and neighbors of Lynn Haven to enjoy. We are excited to provide an event that highlights our community and the wonderful families who live here.”

The city is proud to host its annual Halloween Carnival and Trunk or Treat with the help of our sponsors, Dewberry Engineers, Panhandle Engineering, and Dog Academy. For any questions about the Halloween Carnival, please contact the Marketing & Communications Department at communications@cityoflynnhaven.com, or visit www.cityoflynnhaven.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS

Ebonee Burrell, Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Email: eburrell@cityoflynnhaven.com

Phone: (850) 774-8620

Meredith Sanders, Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Email: msanders@cityoflynnhaven.com

Phone: (850) 774-4465

Trunk or Treat is one of the most popular events in our community! Kids of all ages come dressed up in their Halloween costumes to celebrate family fun. Local vendors, businesses, and organizations are invited to host a game booth or trunk.

Troy University Panama City Open House
2023-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Troy University Panama City, 527 Airport Rd., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
WORLDWIDE OPEN HOUSE

October 30, 2023

Join us and take the first step toward your bright future. On Oct. 30, Admissions staff from all TROY locations will be available on campus and online to answer your questions and help you start achieving your goals. Learn to lead and head toward the career and future you’ve always wanted. Free applications code given after the event.

Sign up now: www.troy.edu/openhouse

GCSC Visual and Performing Arts Presents “Blood Wedding” by Federico García Lorca
2023-10-29 14:30 - 16:30, 2023-10-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-10-27 19:30 - 21:30 | GCSC Amelia Center Theatre, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Gulf Coast State College’s Visual and Performing Arts is excited to announce its upcoming presentation of the classic play ‘Blood Wedding’ (Spanish: Bodas de Sangre) by Spanish playwright Federico García Lorca, translated by Lillian Groag.

Set in mystical rural Spain at the turn of the century, ‘Blood Wedding’ revolves around the merging of two families as they unite to arrange a marriage. While the surface shows joy and celebration, the unfolding narrative takes a tragic turn as a complex love triangle is revealed.

Originally produced in 1933, this timeless masterpiece explores profound themes such as the unbreakable ties of family and the far-reaching consequences of violence—themes that continue to resonate with audiences today.

Event details:

Performance dates:

October 27-28, 7:30 pm

October 29, 2:30 pm

November 2-4, 7:30 pm

November 5, 2:30 pm

Location: Amelia G. Tapper Center on the GCSC Panama City Campus

Seating is limited, so reserving tickets in advance is encouraged. For those without advance tickets, a waiting list will be available 30 minutes prior to each show. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit gulfcoast.edu/arts.

Nightmare on the Bay: Jack Sparrow meets Darth Vader
2023-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Gretchen Nelson Scott Fine Arts Center, 501 Mosley Dr., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States
Jack Sparrow meets Darth VaderHorror haunts the music hall at this Halloween holiday symphonic spectacle! It’s the battle of the batons – the sword and the saber – and you’ll want to see who wins in the end. Two back-to-back performances feature the doubly daring allusions to the clash of cinema’s favorite villains as the witty pirate lord conducts and combats the fearsome dark lord. Don’t be afraid of the music…and don’t miss this sure-to-sell-out show!

Trunk or Treat
2023-10-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Panama City Marina, 1 Harrison Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Calling all little ghouls and monsters!Get ready for a spooktacular evening at the City of Panama City Trunk or Treat!Join us on October 28th from 4-7pm at the Panama City Marinawhere little ones can enjoy a safe trick or treat by the bay.

Want to be a trunker? Register by emailing Tatyanna Bell at tbell@panamacity.gov.

Boy Scouts of America Gulf Coast Council Holds Annual Sporting Clay Classic
2023-10-28 08:00 - 13:00 | The Oaks Sporting Clays Range, 4418 Cooper Lane, Holt, Florida, 32564, United States
The Gulf Coast Council BSA will hold its 3rd annual Sporting Clay Classic on Saturday, October 28th, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Proceeds benefit scouting in our local communities. Thanks to the generosity of its supporters in the Gulf Coast Area through events like the Sporting Clay Classic, the Gulf Coast Council has been able to provide local Scouts with camps and facilities that are fundamental to helping young men and women. The Sporting Clay Classic will be held at The Oaks Sporting Clays Range located at 4418 Cooper Lane in Holt. It costs $700 per team or $175 for individual shooters. See event sponsorship opportunities or register here.

About Boy Scouts of America Gulf Coast Council Boy Scouts of America Gulf Coast Council serves over 2,500 youth across eight counties in the Florida panhandle and three counties in Alabama. Boy Scouts of America is a non-profit organization whose mission is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The Scout Law states that a Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. The Scout Oath states, “On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.”

2023 Fenner Ride
2023-10-28 07:30 - 16:00 | Clyde L. Gracey Community Center, 5629 Byrom St., Milton, Florida, 32570, United States
Mark your calendar for the 2023 Fenner Ride: October 28th at 7:30 a.m. at the Clyde L. Gracey Community Center!

Cyclists can enjoy routes that start in the historic city of Milton, all the way to the woodlands of the Blackwater Forest, and back again. Riders will be able to experience Northwest Florida’s native wildlife, natural environments, and beautiful scenery. This ride includes routes for all cycling levels: 18, 42, 62, or 100 miles.

All routes are the same peaceful nature experience and is part of the Beaches to Woodlands Tour that occurs in Santa Rosa County, Florida each year.

Click on this link to register for the ride: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Milton/FennerRide

For information about Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact our Development Director, Lori Oswald: loswald@bbbsnwfl.org

Gulf Coast SGA to Host Annual Fall Festival
2023-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
A Community Event for All Ages!

Gulf Coast’s Student Government Association (SGA) is gearing up to host its annual Fall Festival on Friday, October 27, 2023, creating an evening of festive enjoyment that welcomes the entire community.

Attendees can look forward to a night of family-friendly entertainment, including the popular Trunk-or-Treat activity, where decorated vehicles will be filled with treats for all to enjoy. The SGA will also offer food, games, and prizes.

Nathan Garrett, SGA President, shared, “Our Annual Fall Festival is an event we look forward to each year. We enjoy getting to have the community come together on our campus for an evening filled with fun and games.”

Event Details:

Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM CST

Location: Student Union East Parking Lot

For more event information, please contact Madi Flammia at (850) 769-1551 ext. 3498, mflammia@gulfcoast.edu.
