Panama City Beach Gift Show 2026

The Panama City Beach Gift Show is a trade-only wholesale show for beach, resort, souvenir and gift retailers on the Gulf Coast. Pinnacle Shows holds it in October at the Boardwalk Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida.

Panama City Beach Gift Show 2026

Panama City Beach Gift Show runs October 21–23, 2026 at Boardwalk Beach Resort, Panama City Beach.

What it is

A regional wholesale buying show for beach, resort and souvenir retailers, which the organizer describes as "custom-tailored to the buying needs of the Gulf Coast tourist trade." Pinnacle Shows runs it at the Boardwalk Beach Resort on Thomas Drive. Buyers come from souvenir, beach and surf shops, gift and specialty stores, casinos, museums, zoos and aquariums, garden centers, bookstores and fashion accessory stores.

Product categories on the floor include:

• Resort and coastal apparel, T-shirts, beachwear, swim and sandals
• Souvenirs, novelties and logo products
• Shell items and coastal and nautical products
• Coastal decor and home accents
• Jewelry, gift and artisan products
• Toys, plush and kids' items

Hours and admission

• Wednesday, October 21: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Thursday, October 22: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Friday, October 23: 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (closes early)

The show is trade-only and free to attend. Buyers should pre-register and bring one form of personal ID plus one form of business proof, such as a business card, tax ID number, company credit card or business invoice.

Travel

Discounted room rates are offered at the Boardwalk Beach Resort, which is steps from the show floor. The organizer highlights easy drive-in access from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia and the Carolinas.