Panama City Beach invites family travelers to kick off the holiday season at its seventh annual Beach Home for the Holidays. Hosted at Aaron Bessant Park, festivities include carol-themed concerts, s’mores, appearances by Santa, nightly fireworks and the lighting of the city’s 36-foot-tall Christmas tree. This year’s event also includes live performances by Panama City Symphony Orchestra and country music artist Cam.
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Beach Home for the Holidays starts Nov. 25, with campfires, s’mores and the opening of Santa’s Village. That evening, Cam takes the stage at Aaron Bessant Park’s open-air amphitheater. The night ends with magical fireworks.
On Nov. 26, enjoy more campfires and s’mores, as well as the opening of Santa’s Village. In late afternoon, enjoy holiday movies Shrek the Halls and Merry Madagascar before listening to a performance by Panama City Symphony Orchestra. The night ends again with a fantastic display of fireworks.
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Aaron Bessant Park is one of Panama City Beach’s newest and most-manicured parks. At the center of the park lies a state-of-the-art amphitheater. Three looping trails and an open, grassy field allows guests to enjoy an array of activities, from picnics to playing sports to enjoying concerts.
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