March 2023 Events on the Coast
Springing into Action
Bikes, cars, boats, homes, culture, music and wine. Check out some of the highlighted activities happening this month in Panama City Beach.
FEATURED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Symphony in the City
City Hall | Panama City
March 2nd, 2023, 12:12-12:45 p.m.
Enjoy the beautiful sounds of the Panama City Symphony Orchestra in the Rotunda at Panama City City Hall with this free concert.
Flluxe Arts Festival
Downtown | Panama City
March 3rd-4th, 2023
Join in the celebration of the arts and watch as the streets come alive in Panama City! The Flluxe Arts Festival combines live music, street chalk installations, artisanal vendors, local food, and more. There will be renowned national street painters and local artists. Flluxe is presented by the Bay Arts Alliance, a local non-profit art agency for Bay County with support from generous sponsors.
Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show
Aaron Bessant Park | Panama City Beach
March 3rd-5th, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to sunset
After a two-year hiatus, the Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show returns to Panama City Beach with more than $40 million of inventory on display. Visit various boat displays from all major manufacturers and the top dealers representing the latest in boats, electronics, high tech engines and marine accessories. Boats ranging from entry level bow riders, pontoons, and center consoles all the way to the next generation 42' center consoles with quad outboards will be featured. In addition paddle boards, fishing kayaks, electric street legal carts, diving, beach cruising bicycles will also be on display. Tickets start from $15 online, kids 12 and under are free.
Panama City Beach Scottish Festival
Frank Brown Park | Panama City Beach
March 4th, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Scotland comes to the beach this March! Watch the Scottish Highland Games competition, watch sheep dog demos, try some Scottish food, listen to Bagpipe bands and Scottish Music, beer tent, Scottish tea room, Celtic Dancing, British Car show, Falconry, Petting Zoo including a Highland Scottish Cow. Children Activity Tent. Free parking with the purchase of the ticket. The event is sponsored by the Celtic Heritage Alliance and has been a staple of early spring in PCB for almost 30 years.
Death by Chocolate
Edgewater Beach Resort | Panama City Beach
March 7th, 2023, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Emerald Coast Business Women's Association is hosting its 22nd annual benefit event to raise funds for scholarships for Bay County Women, aged 23 and over, to go back to school. Death by Chocolate features an amazing array of desserts from local restaurants, caterers, and culinary programs. There will be a silent auction and a raffle where attendees can win a beautiful piece of jewelry from Creative Gems worth $2,600.
Emerald Coast Cruizin' Spring 2023
Aaron Bessant Park | Panama City Beach
March 8th-11th, 2023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Automotive enthusiasts can look forward to Emerald Coast Cruizin'. Spend the day wandering the grounds at Aaron Bessant Park admiring the automobiles on display. From Hot Rods, to Street Rods, Classic, Exotic or Muscle cars...this family event has something for everyone, whatever your preference.
St. Patrick's Day Festival
House of Henry | Panama City
March 17th-18th, 2023
Get ready for TWO days of Irish shenanigans this year! House of Henry is hosting their biggest St. Paddy's Day event yet and is shutting down Harrison Avenue on Friday and Saturday for a big celebration. There will be seven bands over the two days, vendors, a stein hoist, contests, food and more! This will be a family friendly event, with kids activities throughout both days.
Spring Concert Series 2023
Sharon Sheffield Park | Lynn Haven
Fridays from March 24th, 2023, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Come with family and friends to enjoy live performances from an array of local artists at Sharon Sheffield Park in Lynn Haven starting March 24th through May 19th. Every Friday a different band takes the stage with 12Eleven kicking things off on March 24th. There will be food trucks at these concerts so bring your appetite...along with a blanket and lawn chairs!
The Great American Home & Garden Expo
Bay County Fairgrounds | Panama City
March 24th-25th, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Bay Building Industries Association (BBIA) is hosting this one-stop shopping event for building, rebuilding, remodeling, landscaping. Meet licensed and local professionals including Master Gardeners and view some innovative new products for your home.
UnWined
Aaron Bessant Park | Panama City Beach
March 31st, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Spend the weekend tasting craft beer, wine, and spirits while sampling cuisine from renowned area chefs and local eateries. The two-day event begins with an exclusive Friday Night Kickoff Party fo5 250 guests hosted by Southern Living and Visit Panama City Beach, offering custom cocktails, live music and more. Tickets for the party cost $185 and includes admission to the entire weekend of events.