Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon

Race Overview

The Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon presented by Visit Panama City Beach will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida.

• Locations: Starts and ends in Pier Park.
• Events: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run.
• Experience: Run alongside the World's Most Beautiful Beaches.
• Afters: After party at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville.

Packet Pickup

• Early Packet Pickup: December 4th at Dave & Buster's in Pier Park.
• Location: 15701 LC Hilton Jr. Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
• Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm.
• Notes: Highly encouraged to pick up materials early.

• Race Day Packet Pickup: At Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Main Deck, Pier Park.
• Location: 16230 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
• Time: 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM.
• Details: No swag during this time: shirt size not guaranteed.

Race Details

• Marathon Start: 7:00 am.
• Half Marathon Start: 7:30 am.
• 5K Start: 8:00 am.
• Kid’s Fun Run Start: 9:30 am.

Start/Finish Line is located north of Margaritaville on Pier Park Drive.

Awards Ceremony

• Awards Location: Inside of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
• Awards Start Time: 11:30 AM.
• 5K Awards: 10:45 AM.
• Half Marathon Awards: 11:45 AM: Marathon Awards at 12:30 PM.

• Award Timing: Subject to change.

Course Info

• Certification: Marathon and Half Marathon are certified courses.
• Medals: All finishers will receive a medal.
• Water Stations: Available at mile markers: energy gels provided until supplies last.
• Course Layout: Out and back with signs posted every mile.

Bay Medical EMS will be on course for assistance. Portlets: There will be six portlets on the course. The course is not closed to traffic, so be cautious. Panama City Beach Police Department will be on site. Entire course shuts down at 1:00 PM.

After Party at Margaritaville

• Complimentary Offerings: Gumbo and beer for runners only.
• Entry Requirement: Must show bib number for designated area.
• Public Opening: Margaritaville will open to the public at 10:30 AM.
• Discounts: 15% off merchandise for runners, friends, and family.

Registration Details

Registrations made after Tuesday, November 1, 2026, shirt size is not guaranteed. You may still register at Packet Pickup on Friday, December 4th, at Dave & Busters, if spots are open. If the event is SOLD OUT, you cannot register or change races at Packet Pickup.

There is NO RACE DAY registration! We can be reached at packet pickup location.

Thank you for participating in the Panama City Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K race! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

You can find additional information at www.pcbmarathon.com.

PCB Marathon Staff