The smell of slow-smoked barbecue will be filling the air on Thomas Drive this Sunday as PCB Smoke Off brings together great food, friendly competition, live music and a cause close to the heart of the Panama City Beach community.

The charity barbecue competition takes place Sunday, August 23, 2026, at T’s on Thomas Bar & Kitchen, located at 8011 Thomas Drive, Suite A, Panama City Beach, FL 32408. The venue is known for combining food, drinks and entertainment, with live music regularly part of its lineup.

For barbecue fans, PCB Smoke Off offers a chance to see what happens when backyard cooks and experienced culinary competitors put their barbecue skills to the test, all while helping raise money for an organization that supports America’s wounded veterans.

BBQ With a Purpose

The competition is about more than bragging rights.

When the craving calls for fresh Gulf seafood, waterfront views and a dinner that feels a little more special than the average beach meal, The Grand Marlin Restaurant & Oyster Bar is one Panama City Beach destination worth putting on the foodie list.

Located along Grand Lagoon, The Grand Marlin combines an upscale coastal menu with a relaxed atmosphere inspired by boating, sport fishing and the laid-back Caribbean lifestyle. The Panama City Beach restaurant opened in 2016 after the success of the original Grand Marlin in Pensacola Beach, which debuted in 2010.

What really drives the restaurant, though, is seafood.

The Grand Marlin says its menus are printed daily so the kitchen can take advantage of the freshest available catch. Under the direction of award-winning Corporate Chef and Partner Gregg McCarthy, the philosophy is simple: start with quality seafood and let fresh, local ingredients do the rest.

Veterans and individuals living with disabilities will have an opportunity to discover mobility resources, meet local service providers and connect with community organizations when Team Adaptive Medical hosts its First Annual Veterans Mobility Health Expo in Panama City.

The Veterans Mobility Health Expo will be held Monday, September 14, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Glenwood Community Center, 722 E. Ninth Ct., Panama City, FL 32401.

The theme of the event is “Helping Gain Independence,” with an emphasis on helping veterans and people with disabilities find services and solutions that may allow them to live more independently.

Discover Mobility and Veteran Resources

If you’re looking for a relaxed way to spend a Saturday morning in Panama City, The Market at St. Andrews is one of those local traditions worth adding to your weekend routine.

Held year-round at beautiful Oaks by the Bay Park, the community market brings together local growers, food producers, artists, makers and shoppers every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

Located in the heart of Historic St. Andrews, the market combines shopping local with one of Panama City’s most scenic waterfront settings.

What You’ll Find at The Market

The Market at St. Andrews emphasizes products that are locally grown, made or created. According to Historic St. Andrews, the market focuses primarily on agricultural products, food items, arts and crafts, rather than resale merchandise. 

If you’re looking for something a little different to do on a Friday night in Panama City, Third Friday Jazz in the Gallery Listening Room offers an evening centered around one simple idea: sit back and really listen to the music.

Held at Gallery of Art 850, 36 W. Beach Drive in Historic Downtown Panama City, the recurring concert series brings jazz musicians together on the third Friday of each month, generally from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The performers change from month to month, giving local jazz fans a reason to come back and experience something new each time.

Next Third Friday Jazz

Friday, August 21, 2026
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Featuring:

Liana Legat
Luke Pinegar
Steve Gilmore