Thousands of gleaming hot rods, classic cars, and one-of-a-kind custom builds roll into Panama City Beach for a beachside automotive paradise.
November 12, 2026 – November 14, 2026
10:00
600 Pier Park Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
<p>Panama City Beach gets a whole lot shinier every November when Emerald Coast Cruizin rolls into Aaron Bessant Park for one of the Gulf South's most spectacular classic car and hot rod shows. Thousands of carefully curated vintage automobiles, custom builds, muscle cars, and gleaming speedsters fill the festival grounds for three days of rolling American nostalgia set against the backdrop of the World's Most Beautiful Beaches.</p><p>Whether you are a diehard gearhead who can identify a '69 Camaro SS by the sound of its engine, or simply someone who appreciates the extraordinary artistry of cars from a golden era of American design, Emerald Coast Cruizin delivers pure, unfiltered joy. The variety is staggering — from pristine factory-stock restorations to wild, one-of-a-kind custom builds that push the boundaries of automotive art.</p><p>Beyond the cars themselves, the event features live music, vendor exhibits, and the infectious camaraderie of a community that genuinely loves automobiles. Strolling through rows of stunning machines in the warm November Gulf Coast breeze, with the smell of salt air mixing with the rumble of engines, is an experience that car enthusiasts and casual visitors alike will talk about for years. Pair the show with a Pier Park visit or beachside dinner and you have a perfect PCB fall weekend.</p>
Car enthusiasts, families, music lovers, anyone who appreciates American automotive history and design
Thousands of classic cars and custom hot rods, live music, vendor exhibits, and a stunning beachside park setting adjacent to Pier Park
Park at Pier Park and walk over — the show spans multiple areas, so give yourself plenty of time to explore every row of cars at a leisurely pace
Free to attend as a spectator; vehicle registration fees apply for car exhibitors