Panama City Beach Mardi Gras & Music Festival
Jan 30 2026 -
4:00pm to 8:00pm
Mark your calendars for January 30-31, as the Panama City Beach Mardi Gras and Music Festival brings an authentic Mardi Gras celebration to the Emerald Coast. This family-friendly festival, held alongside the Krewe of Dominique Youx's Mardi Gras parade, promises a kaleidoscope of fun, music, and parades.
Panama City Beach Mardi Gras & Music Festival
- When: January 30-31
- Where: Pier Park, Aaron Bessant Park, and Grand Theater Plaza
- Admission/Tickets: Free, though the music festival portion may require a ticket. Get the most up-to-date info here.
The official schedule of events hasn't been released just yet, but previous years have seen fun-filled days of children's activities, pet parades, live music, bead tosses, and spectacular fireworks displays.
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Frequently Asked Questions about PCB Mardi Gras
Is the PCB Mardi Gras event family-friendly?
Yes! There's tons for kids to do at the festival! Kick the weekend off with the kids' parade, then let them burn off energy in the Kids' Zone and Festival Village. This is the perfect family-friendly event for your beach trip.
Can I bring my dog to the Panama City Beach Mardi Gras Parade?
You can! Previous years have even held pet parades, pet costume contests, and more. Bring the entire krewe along for the fun!
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