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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
16230 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach FL
Marathon · Half · 5K
About this race
Race 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.
- Event Types: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run
- Course Features: Running alongside the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches
- Location: Begins and ends in Pier Park
- Post-Race: After party at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Packet Pickup
Early Packet Pickup
- Location: Dave & Buster's located in Pier Park
- Time: December 4th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Recommendation: Runners are highly encouraged to pick up materials early
- Address: 15701 LC Hilton Jr. Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Race Day Packet Pickup
- Location: Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Main Deck, Pier Park
- Time: 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM
- Caution: No swag will be distributed, shirt size not guaranteed on Race Day
- Reminder: Strongly urge to pick up on Friday to avoid delays
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 Start Time: 11:30 AM inside Margaritaville
- 5K Awards: 10:45 AM
- Half Marathon Awards: 11:45 AM
- Marathon Awards: 12:30 PM
Award times are subject to change.
Course Info
- Certification: Marathon and Half Marathon is a certified course
- Course Type: Looped course for Marathon
- Finishers: All finishers receive a medal
- Support: Water, Gatorade, and energy gels provided at mile markers
Course is not closed to traffic: please be cautious and aware.
After Party at Margaritaville
- Complimentary: Gumbo and beer for runners only
- Entry Requirement: Must show bib number
- Time: Margaritaville opens to the public at 10:30 AM
- Discount: 15% off merchandise for runners, friends, and family
Registration Details
- Deadline: Registrations after November 1, 2026, shirt size is not guaranteed
- Onsite Registration: Possible at Packet Pickup if spots are open
- No Race Day Registration: Not allowed: refer to packet pickup
- Contact: If you have any questions or need assistance
For more information, please visit the event page.
Course map
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