Panama City Beach Marathon

Event Overview

The Panama City Beach Marathon presented by Visit Panama City Beach will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025 in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida.

• Race Types: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run.
• Location: Begins and ends at Pier Park.
• After Party: Held at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville.
• Live Tracking: Available through the RaceJoy app.

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup

Packet Pick Up will take place on December 5th at Dave & Buster's located in Pier Park. Runners are highly encouraged to pick up materials at early packet pickup.

• Address: 15701 LC Hilton Jr. Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32413
• Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Race Day Packet Pickup

Race Day Packet Pick Up will take place at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Main Deck, located in Pier Park. No swag will be distributed during this time.

• Address: 16230 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
• Time: 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM
• Note: Shirt Sizes are not guaranteed to runners picking up the packet on Race Day.
• Recommendation: Pick up Friday, if possible, to avoid delays on race day.

Race Details

• Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
• Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 AM
• 5K Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Kid's Fun Run Start Time: 9:30 AM

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

Awards Ceremony

Awards will start inside of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at 11:30 AM.

• 10:45 AM: 5K Awards
• 11:45 AM: Half Marathon Awards
• 12:30 PM: Marathon Awards
• Note: Award times subject to change.

Course Info

The Marathon and Half Marathon is a certified course and includes a looped course.

• Medals: All Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K Finishers will receive a medal.
• Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each division, as well as overall finishing awards.
• Kids Fun Run: Participants will receive a participation ribbon.
• Hydration: Water and/or Gatorade will be available at mile markers.

Course is not closed to traffic: please be aware while running.

After Party at Margaritaville

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will supply complimentary gumbo and beer for runners only. You must show your bib number to enter the designated area.

• Eligibility: Beer provided to runners 21 years of age or older.
• Opening Time: Margaritaville opens to the public at 10:30 AM.
• Discount: 15% off merchandise for runners, friends, and family.

Registration Details

Registrations made after Tuesday, November 1, 2025, shirt size is not guaranteed.

• Packet Pickup: Register at Packet Pickup on Friday, December 5th if spots are open.
• SOLD OUT: Cannot register or change races at Packet Pickup if the event is sold out.
• No Race Day Registration: We can be reached at the 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.

For additional information, visit www.pcbmarathon.com.