Bay County Chamber of Commerce

PCB Chamber Bowling Tournament
2023-10-18 16:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Rock’it Lanes, 513 N. Richard Jackson Blvd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, United States
Presented By: PANAMA CITY TOYOTA

—THIS EVENT IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT—

Join us for the PCB Chamber Bowling Tournament presented by Panama City Toyota on October 18, 2023 from 4:30 – 8:00 pm. Taking place at Rock’it Lanes, this fun event will feature an exciting night of bowling, food, spirits, prizes, and plenty of fun. Dress up and “theme your team” for a chance to win the Themed Team Contest! A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a charity.

This event is almost sold out! Team registration up to six players, one drink ticket per player, and two games, shoes included. For for any event questions, please email Carley Morgan. To sponsor or register a team, please email Shannon Richmond.

*Please Note: No refunds will be given for event sponsorships or attendees.*

St. Andrew Bay Center Ground Breaking
2023-10-18 10:00 - 11:00 | The Bay House, 4511 Willow Hill Rd., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States
ARC of the Bay

Business After Hours
2023-10-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Panama Country Club, 100 Country Club Drive, Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States
Panama Country Club

100 Country Club Dr., Lynn Haven, FL 32444

SPONSORED BY: CENTURY 21 – COMMANDER REALTY

Humble House Ministries Grand Opening
2023-10-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Humble House Ministries, 7321 John Pitts Rd., Panama City, Florida, 32404, United States
Recovery & Transitional Program for Women & Children

Walk To End Alzheimer's Emerald Coast
2023-10-15 14:00 - 17:00 | FSU PC, 4750 Collegiate Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
At the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, we’re fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For treatments.

We’re closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you. Join us for the world’s largest fundraiser to fight the disease. Register today at alz.org/EmeraldCoast

Ultimate Air Dogs
2023-10-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Frank Brown Park, 16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
Ultimate Air Dogs is the Premier Dock Jumping Organization in the country!

Presented By: Visit Panama City Beach

Unity of Panama City Rummage & Bake Sale
2023-10-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Unity of Panama City, 309 W. 5th St., Ste B/C, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States

GCSC Presents Transference
2023-10-13 17:00 - 19:00 | GCSC Amelia Center Theatre, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Sculptors and potters take on the challenge of two-dimensional media.

GCSC’s Visual & Performing Arts Division presents “Transference”, an exhibition featuring work by ceramic artists Molly Bishop, Carole Epp, TJ Erdahl, Tammy Marinuzzi, Ian Petrie, and Michelle Summers.

While these artists work primarily in clay, all of their work has a strong graphic/illustrative component. It is that illustrative component that will be the focus of the exhibit. To that end the artists were asked to put away the clay and grab a piece of paper. The challenge was to focus on the image as the end goal not as decoration for a three-dimensional object. The work in the exhibit is the result of that challenge.

“Transference” will run from October 13 to November 10, 2023, with an opening reception on October 13, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Amelia Center Gallery (AC112). This exhibition is free to attend and open to the community.

Gallery hours: Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Amelia Center Gallery (AC112)

For more information, please visit gulfcoast.edu/arts, or contact Pavel Amromin at pamromin@gulfcoast.edu, 850-872-3886.

Oktoberfest
2023-10-13 16:00 - 23:00 | Aaron Bessant Park, 500 W Park Dr., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
This October 13-15, 2023 at Aaron Bessant Park in Pier Park, PCB Oktoberfest is on for three days of German beer, food, music, as well as activities for kids and families.

The event will feature a massive 150’x50′ tent decorated like the authentic Oktoberfest tent in Munich, Germany, as well as two outdoor beer gardens and a VIP section under the tent.

Get ready for great German food! Pair your beer with brats, either famous or smoked, meterwurst, or hot dogs (with or without sauerkraut).

Plus, nothing is better with your new and old favorite beer than giant pretzels with beer-infused cheese. Come out for good eats including other traditional Oktoberfest fare.

Play For The Bay
2023-10-13 10:00 - 16:00 | St. James Bay Golf Resort, 151 Laughing Gull Lane, Carrabelle, Florida, 32322, United States
Come Join Us and Help Raise Money for FSU Coastal & Marine Lab Research!

TOURNAMENT DATE:

October 13, 2023

Registration https://playforthebay.org/registration

10 am – 11:30 am

Box Lunch

11:30 am

Shot Gun Start

12 pm

VENUE:

St. James Bay Golf Resort

151 Laughing Gull Lane

Carrabelle, FL 32322

FORMAT:

Four-Person Scramble

FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory 2023 Fall Lecture Series
2023-10-12 19:00 - 20:00 | FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory, 3618 Coastal Highway 98, St. Teresa, Florida, 32358, United States
After a summer hiatus, we are back with our lecture series! Join us on September 21st and October 12th!

While we encourage in-person attendance, this lecture will also be available to be viewed virtually!

Please use this link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95248581256Contact Jared Fuqua at jfuqua@fsu.edu with any questions.

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Sources of Funding for Small Business”
2023-10-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Beachworx, 34990 Emerald Coast Pkwy #300, Destin, FL, 32541, United States
This workshop is for you if you’re considering starting a business or are currently in business and want to see what funding options are available. Join us on October 12 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. for “Sources of Funding for Small Business”. Topics include guidance on what financial institutions consider when assessing a loan application, what tasks you need to complete before going to a bank to obtain funding, and the ins and outs of SBA loans. Location: Beachworx, 34990 Emerald Coast Pkwy #300, Destin, FL 32541. No fee. To register, visit sbdc.uwf.edu and open “Training & Events”. Presented by Terry Mauer, Associate Director, Florida SBDC at UWF. Sponsored by Cadence Bank and Wells Fargo.

Beaute By Andrea Grand Opening
2023-10-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Beaute By Andrea, 531 Jenks Ave. Unit A, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States

Lynn Haven City Hall Grand Opening
2023-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Lynn Haven City Hall, 825 Ohio Ave., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States
LYNN HAVEN ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF NEW CITY HALL/POLICE DEPARTMENT AND EOC BUILDING

On October 10, 2018, Category 5 Hurricane Michael made a direct hit on Bay County – destroying nearly everything in its path, including many government buildings within our city. Now, exactly five years later, the City of Lynn Haven is excited to announce a Grand Opening Celebration to commemorate the completion of the new City Hall, Police Department, Emergency Operations Center, and Chamber will be held on October 10, 2023, at 10 AM at 825 Ohio Avenue.

The community is invited to help celebrate this momentous day for the city. Parking for the event will be available at the Senior Activity Club and the First Baptist Church of Lynn Haven parking lots. Shuttle services will be available to accommodate the highly anticipated number of attendees. The opening ceremony will begin promptly at 10 AM in the courtyard with opening remarks from City Manager Vickie Gainer and Mayor Jesse Nelson, along with remarks from special guests and a ribbon cutting with the Bay County Chamber of Commerce and Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Following the opening ceremony, tours of the new building will be coordinated by city staff, and hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments will be served by Vittles Catering.

The City of Lynn Haven celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony that commenced the project’s construction on May 19, 2021. The new two-story building is approximately 42,228 -gross sq. ft. In addition, the circa 1928 two-story historic City Hall portion (approx. 5,600 – gross sq. ft.) has been restored. The city’s rebuild and restoration of its facilities began in 2020 with the remodeling and construction of buildings and other facilities to include, the Lynn Haven Garden Club, Lynn Haven Senior Activity Center, Cain Griffin Ballfields which included a new concession stand, batting cages and a new Splash Pad, Sports Complex Ballfields and concession stand, The Charlie J. Smith Gymnasium, city parks, fire station #1, public works building, to name a few.

While reflecting on the completion of this historic milestone, Lynn Haven City Manager Vickie Gainer states, “We have come a long way since October 10, 2018. We know that this is a historic day for the city and the residents of Lynn Haven. It marks a memorable moment for our community that will last forever. Everyone has waited for this day to come, and it was important for the city to invite the community out to celebrate the reopening of the municipal building. We will never forget the devastation, the struggles and obstacles caused by Hurricane Michael, but we continue to look forward to a bright future for the city.”

For any questions or additional information about the Grand Opening Celebration, please contact the Marketing & Communications Department at communications@cityoflynnhaven.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS

Vickie Gainer, Lynn Haven City Manager

Email: vgainer@cityoflynnhaven.com

Phone: (850) 890-7712

Blair Jennings, Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: bjennings@cityoflynnhaven.com

Phone: (850) 257-3780

Lynn Haven City Hall Grand Opening
2023-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Lynn Haven City Hall, 825 Ohio Ave., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States

Pirates of the High Seas Fest 2023
2023-10-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Pier Park, 600 Pier Park Dr., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
The Pirates of the High Seas & Renaissance Fest is setting sail from October 6-8, 2023!

The 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.

Pirate-fans can enjoy online and in-person activities, including a digital pirate costume contest, an in-person and online treasure hunt, parades, live music fireworks, Renaissance vendors and activities, and more in Panama City Beach.

Swing 2 Save Golf Tournament
2023-10-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Bay Point Golf Club, 4701 Bay Point Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32408, United States
We are excited to announce that on Friday October 6, 2023, Humble House Ministries of Panama City will be having our first annual Swing 2 Save Golf Tournament with local EMS and Firefighter personnel.

The event will be held at Bay Point Golf Club. We are contacting you for your financial support, and we politely ask that you consider being a sponsor. We need your help meeting the financial needs of saving lives and families. Your sponsorship will save families while simultaneously advertising for your business. The Humble House Ministries’ mission is to help those in addiction by providing a safe residential environment, disciplining them through bible center teaching and equipping them to live God honoring lives. Your generous donation is a major way to impact the lives of families in Bay County. This year alone, with community support we have been able to pull 10 children out of foster care and restore their families! We are proud to partner with the local EMS and Firefighters whose mission is also focused on saving lives. Deadline to register as a sponsor is Sept. 8th, 2023.

Please email humblehouseministriespr@gmail.com or humblehousenews@gmail.com with any questions you may have.

Roy Crecelius Golf Tournament
2023-10-06 08:00 - 17:00 | FL
The Central Panhandle Association of Realtors® (CPAR) is pleased to announce our annual Roy Crecelius Golf Tournament. On October 6, 2023, the tournament will be held at Panama Country Club.
All proceeds of the tournament will benefit the Friends of Clifford Chester Sims Veterans Home & the Family Service Agency of Bay County. Clifford C. Sims Veterans Home is a gold seal award recipient, caring for the daily needs of our elderly local veterans. The Family Service Agency of Bay County provides support and resources to homeless families and families in need throughout the Bay County Area.
Attendees will enjoy an incredibly fun golf game, prizes, raffles, breakfast, lunch, a bloody mary bar & After Party. On-site registration and breakfast will begin at 8 am, with a shotgun start at 9 am. There will be awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place, closest to the pin, longest drive & more!
Registration is open now and CPAR is seeking both golf teams and sponsors for the event. In 2022, this tournament raised $20,000 for Sims Veterans Home and it is CPAR’s goal to raise even more in 2023! To register or explore sponsorship opportunities, interested parties can conveniently access the online team & sponsorship Registration at www.cpar.us/golf. For additional information or inquiries, kindly contact CPAR at (850)763-8078.

First Friday
2023-10-06 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!

Program TBD

16th Annual Fisher House Helping Heroes Gala
2023-10-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Destin FWB Convention Center, 1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548, United States
Hospitality and Hope – an annual FUNdraiser hosted by the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast supporting the Eglin Fisher House. Footprint of care is from Panama City to Pensacola, and MANY veterans from the Panama City area are cared for at Eglin Hospital.
Sean Dietrich, the featured speaker is a columnist, novelist, and podcast host, known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Garden and Gun, The Tallahassee Democrat, Good Grit, South Magazine, Alabama Living, the Birmingham News, Thom Magazine, The Mobile Press Register, and he has authored thirteen books, and is the creator of the Sean of the South Podcast.
Come as You Are Dress (hint; a put-together, casual, and cool look)

Symphony in the City
2023-10-05 12:00 - 14:00 | City of Panama City, 501 Harrison Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Join us Oct 5th at 12:12pm to enjoy a musical lunch break with the PCSO’s “Symphony in the City” concert at City Hall in downtown Panama City. This free concert will feature the PCSO Woodwind Duet & Trio with Music Director Sergey Bogza on piano, Acya Cetin on flute and Katsuya Yuasa on Clarinet. Admission is free. Light snacks and refreshments provided.

St. Andrews Bodega Grand Opening
2023-10-05 10:30 - 12:00 | St. Andrews Bodega, 2513 Jenks Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

Central Panhandle Fair is BACK!
2023-10-04 18:00 - 22:00 | Bay County Fairgrounds, 2230 15th St., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
The fair is taking place from October 3-7 at the Bay County Fairgrounds in Panama City.

It’s the first time the fairgrounds have hosted the event since Hurricane Michael five years ago.

There will be a car show, arts and crafts, live animals, activities and much more.

“We’re going to have a lot of events going on here. Rides, Ferris wheels, other rides, we’ll have cotton candy, of course, the police officers, all sorts of food will be here, the vendors will be here, and a lot of rides for the children also,” said Tony Vincent, General Manager of the fair.

Officials want attendees to know that there will be some changes when it comes to getting into the fair.

There will be no weapons of any kind allowed at the fairgrounds.

Officials say there will be metal detectors at the front gates.

Anyone wishing to enter must pass through the security check in order to gain admission.

“Don’t bring a knife, and don’t bring a gun, and use common sense. Everything will go well, shouldn’t be a difficulty or a problem,” said Jim Hixson, President of the Central Panhandle Fair Board of Directors.

Increased safety measures are important for the well-being of everyone in attendance.

Officials want to remind everyone to be on their best behavior so that events like the fair can continue to take place.

$10 – $30 Various Ticket Options – See Description For More Info

Oktoberfest 2023
2023-09-30 15:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Panama City, Harrison Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Get ready for Historic Downtown Panama City’s 35th Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 30th from 3-10 PM!

Live music, beer, and food!

Oktoberfest Craft Beer Tasting
2023-09-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Destination Panama City, 101 W. Beach Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Raise a glass to Destination Panama City’s 3rd Annual Oktoberfest Craft Beer Tasting, kicking off the 35th Annual Panama City Oktoberfest weekend! Live music will fill the air on the #LovePC lawn while guests enjoy unlimited access to craft beers, ciders, and meads outside the Destination Panama City Visitor’s Center(opens in a new tab). Pair your favorites with a tasty meal from on-site local food trucks (food not included in ticket price)! Our portfolio will feature one-off, rare, seasonal craft beer not found anywhere else in the area.

All attendees over 21 years of age must provide a valid I.D. (Under 21 years of age MUST have “Under 21 Ticket” and be accompanied by 21+ TICKET HOLDER). Children 5 and under are free.

Listing of confirmed breweries coming soon!

FSU Collegiate School Grand Opening
2023-09-29 12:30 - 13:30 | FSU Collegiate School Panama City, 2430 St. Andrews Blvd., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

T-Mobile Grand Opening
2023-09-29 11:00 - 12:00 | T-Mobile PC, 504 E. 23rd St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States

IAC Sporting Clay Tournament
2023-09-29 08:00 - 13:00 | Bay County Shooting Range, 10900 Steel Field Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
Industry Appreciation Celebration Sporting Clay Tournament

To sponsor this event, click here.

Unity of Panama City Grand Opening
2023-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Unity of Panama City, 309 W. 5th St., Ste B/C, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States

Education Encore
2023-09-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Education Encore is offered by Continuing Education at Gulf Coast State College and provides non-credit enrichment education classes on a variety of topics for active and senior adults. The learning environment is fun and stress-free while offering diversity, insight, and wisdom.
