Panama City is the ideal destination for a beach vacation with its emerald coast and pure white sand. No wonder it’s one of the top tourist destinations in the United States! Panama City is always full of exciting events.
Start of Spring
Mardi Gras 2022
The Mardi Gras is the city’s biggest and most celebrated event, kicking off the Spring season in style!
Putting the words parade, festival, and beads together, Mardi Gras springs to mind. Mardi Gras has long been a beloved annual event hosted by The Krewe of St. Andrews. It is an event that brings the community together to enjoy and celebrate.
Saint Andrews will hold its 25th Annual Mardi Gras Festival. It will take place in Historic St. Andrews at 1134 Beck Ave, Panama City, FL, from February 18-20.
Brief Schedule (February 18-20):
Friday: Kids parade starts at 4:30 pm and the festival starts at 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm
Saturday: The main parade starts at 2:00 pm and the festival starts at 10:00 am until 10:00 pm
Sunday: Pet Parade starts at 2:30 pm and Festival starts at 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
Tickets:
Want to buy VIP tickets and make the most of your Mardi Gras experience? Here’s what you can expect out of your package:
Private areas with street views
The first 250 tickets sold will receive a collectible signature medallion
Catering from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
4 drink tickets per guest
Private liquor, beer, wine bar
VIP Single Ticket Entry is $50.00 + $4.67 fee
VIP Table of 8 is $700.00 + 44.24 fee. The VIP service includes open bar access, private tables, and all VIP benefits from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM.
Tickets are available at eventbrite. Parking is first-come, first-serve only. It is also recommended to bring chairs.
For more information, visit standrewsmardigras.com and their Facebook page.
Almost, Maine:
The Visual & Performing Arts of Gulf Coast State College presents Almost, Maine on February 11-13 and 18-20.
Almost, Maine is a play written by John Cariani. It contains nine short plays about “Love, relationships and romance” as described by Tyler Kent, an actor in Almost, Maine. The setting takes place during the dead of winter in a mythical town called Almost, Maine.
It is a great play to enjoy with your significant other and/or loved ones.
Tickets are available at brownpapertickets.
Prices:
GCSC&FSU Students: Free
Student/Seniors/Military: $10
General: $20
