Pier Park Beach Ball drop ringing in the New Year

The kids’ beach ball drop featuring 15,000 beach balls and fireworks begins at 8 p.m. at Aaron Bessant Park and Pier Park ...

New Year’s Eve Beach Ball to fall for 18th year in Panama City Beach

For the 18th year, Panama City Beach’s most thrilling New Year’s Eve event is back to kick off 2026. The iconic Beach Ball ...

5 ‘so Florida’ New Year’s Eve drops to ring in 2026, where to watch them

Ring in 2026 with a shrimp, beach ball or even a drag queen shoe drop! Here are five Florida New year's Eve drops and where ...
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Panama City Beach Ball Drop is one of nation's best. Where do we rank?

Panama City Beach's New Year's Eve Beach Ball Drop ranked No. 8 in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The event features two separate beach ball drops, one at 8 p.m. for families and the ...

Panama City Beach celebrates New Year with beach ball drop and community resolutions

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - About 15,000 beach balls fell from the sky at Aaron Bessant Park as Panama City Beach ...