Despite earlier rain, the the annual Surf City Splash into the cold ocean water went on, as did its accompanying costume ...

Here's a look at our video from the Beach Ball Drop in Panama City Beach, as the crowd counted down to the start of 2026: ...

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

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 Drop is a longtime Bay County tradition and has been ranked one of the ...

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 ...

Dragon’s Breath” is a Visitor Quest that unlocks after Nina reaches a 5 Star Rating in Friendship in Hello Kitty Island ...

Two Florida cities made USA TODAY's 10Best list for unique New Year's Eve drops. Panama City Beach drops a huge beach ball, while Amelia Island drops a shrimp. Other Florida cities have unique drops, ...