New Year's Eve Fireworks 2026 in The Emerald Coast: Times & Places
New Year's Eve is Thursday, Dec. 31. We track 2 celebrations in the Emerald Coast, from organizer and official sources. Next up: New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop (Thu., Dec. 31).
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Fireworks and ball drops
Getting home safe
- Plan a sober ride homePolice add DUI patrols over the New Year's holiday. Pick a designated driver, book a ride or stay within walking distance of the party.
- Keep pets inside during fireworksFireworks scare many dogs and cats. Keep them indoors, with ID tags on. More ›
- Report illegal fireworksUse your town's non-emergency police line. Call 911 only for an emergency.
Plan the night
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Stay within walking distance of the fireworks
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- Report a change: a show that moved, a rule that changed. Reader reports always appear apart from official information.
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Questions people ask
Where are the New Year's Eve fireworks in the Emerald Coast?
New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop (Thu., Dec. 31, Panama City Beach); Seaside® New Year’s Eve Celebration (Thu., Dec. 31, 4 p.m., Santa Rosa Beach).
Can I add these events to my phone calendar?
Yes. Each event has an "Add to calendar" link, and the full list is a calendar file: https://emeraldcoastdispatch.com/new-years-eve/calendar.ics