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Panama City
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visit Panama City Beach is hosting its 10th annual Home for the Holidays event today at Aaron Bessant Park where families enjoy vendors, free Santa hats, campfire s'mores, and holiday movies. The program includes a screening of Arthur Christmas at 4:15 p.m. and a live performance of The Nutcracker by the Panama City Ballet — with the Panama City Symphony at 6 p.m. My Panhandle
- ➤ At Tyndall Air Force Base, Winn-Dixie and the Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation gave 100 turkeys to military families this holiday so they can have a Thanksgiving meal. The gift is part of a plan to give out over 7,000 turkeys and holiday sides to help local families facing hunger—support that shows the grocer’s commitment to neighbors in need. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ The Shaddai Shriners are selling Christmas trees at the Bay County Fairgrounds daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with trees from 6 to 9 feet priced at $90, $110, and $140—today, kids can also have photos taken with Santa from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the funds will go to support children served by the organization. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Juan Martinez from Juan Taco showed how to make tamales—a holiday treat—in a TV segment and said his new shop will soon offer hot chocolate. His work highlighted Hispanic Christmas traditions for the season. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City Symphony is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with two fundraising events—Bella Notte on February 4, 2026 at FSU-PC’s Holley Academic Center and Renaissance to Rock-n-Roll on March 5, 2026 at Capt. Anderson’s Event Center. Bella Notte will feature a formal gala with Paula Villarreal and Leon Lewis-Nicol, while Renaissance to Rock-n-Roll will join symphony musicians with The Will Thompson Band to blend classical and rock sounds. Bay County Coastal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Bill “H” Haisten Christmas Tree Lot opened for business and operates daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. until sold out—its annual season began the Saturday before Thanksgiving and continues into early December. WJHG
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Jingle Bell Express
5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. — Destination Panama City — Check website for prices — Experience the magical ride connecting Downtown Panama City & St. Andrews in a festive holiday atmosphere.
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2025 Panama City Christmas Parade
6 PM — Historic Downtown Panama City — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive parade featuring community floats and holiday cheer.
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The Nutcracker by Panama City Ballet
7-9 p.m. — Arnold High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical journey through dance with the enchanting tale of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker.
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39th Annual Boat Parade of Lights
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Destination Panama City — Free entry — Enjoy a magical holiday boat parade illuminating St. Andrews Bay with festive lights and decorations.
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Christmas Community Feast
2-4 p.m. — Sun Outdoors Panama City Beach — Bring a dish to share — Enjoy a festive community gathering with a delicious feast and good company.
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