Winter Residents
Winter visitors looking for great weather and a lot of FUN make their home in Panama City Beach when temperatures farther north make dreams of the beach dance in their heads! Sometimes called "snowbirds," guests travel from all over to make their winter "nests" by the white sands of Panama City Beach, where social events, educational classes, arts & crafts, and parties keep everyone focused on fun in the sun. And don't forget about the special deals and discounts!
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Beachcomber Barrie and her team are here to help you find events, attractions and deals during your stay in Panama City Beach. There are so many things to do in Panama City Beach that you'll forget all about the cold weather back home!
Here are just a few:
Winter Resident Appreciation Days
Visit Panama City Beach is celebrating Winter Guests this season. Winter residents are treated to complimentary coffee, donuts and giveaways. Come celebrate with us!
Winter Resident Appreciation Days will be held 8am-10:30am at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center.
- Wednesday, January 13, 2027
- Friday, February 5, 2027
- Friday, February 19, 2027
Homecoming Dance and Social
Reconnect with your Panama City Beach family at the annual Homecoming Dance and Social. Our Winter Residents love to dance and have fun, so we make sure they have plenty of opportunities!
This year's Homecoming Dance and Social will be at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center on Tuesday, January 26, from 4-9pm.
Winter Resident Senior Prom
This annual event is one of the biggest winter resident events of the year, and you don't want to miss it! The theme for this event is Emerald City.
This year's Senior Prom will be at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort on Tuesday, February 9, from 4-9pm.
Grand Finale
This year's Grand Finale will be at Boardwalk Beach Hotel & Convention Center on Friday, February 26, from 4-9pm.
There is plenty more to do in Panama City Beach this winter, be sure to check out our event calendar for all events.
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