Panama City Beach Marathon

🏖️ Event Overview

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

• Types of Races: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run.
• Scenic Route: Run alongside the World's Most Beautiful Beaches.
• Start & End Point: The race begins and ends in Pier Park.
• After Party: Located at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville.

📦 Packet Pickup

EARLY PACKET PICKUP

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

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP

• Location: Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Main Deck.
• Address: 16230 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
• Time: 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM.
• Note: No swag will be distributed during this time. Shirt size not guaranteed on Race Day.

🕒 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: 12:30 PM.

Award times subject to change.

🏃‍♀️ Course Info

• Certification: Marathon and Half Marathon is a certified course.
• Medals: All finishers will receive a medal.
• Water Stations: Available at mile markers: energy gels provided while supplies last.
• Traffic: Course not closed to traffic, be aware while running.

🎉 After Party at Margaritaville

• Complimentary Offerings: Gumbo and beer for runners only.
• Eligibility: Must show bib number to enter designated area.
• Public Opening: 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, 2026, shirt size is not guaranteed. You may still register at Packet Pickup on Friday, December 4th, at Dave & Buster's, 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 pick up location.

🔗 Additional Information

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 more details, visit Race Information.

PCB Marathon Staff