📅 When
February 5, 2027 – February 7, 2027
📍 Where
Publix Sports Park, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
About this event
Panama City Beach earns its reputation as a sports destination every February when the Visit Panama City Beach College Baseball Classic brings 15 of the nation's top NJCAA junior college programs to Publix Sports Park. Running February 5–7, 2027, the tournament opens with a full bracket on Friday and culminates in the Championship game on Sunday — three days of high-level competitive baseball at a world-class venue.
What sets this tournament apart is who is watching: Major League Baseball and Division I college scouts regularly fill the stands, seeking the next generation of talent from programs known for launching professional careers. For fans, it is a rare opportunity to watch elite pre-professional baseball in an intimate, sun-soaked setting just minutes from the Gulf. Hosted by Gulf Coast State College at Publix Sports Park's 13 all-synthetic turf fields, the facilities are as impressive as the competition.
Combine the tournament with a winter beach vacation and you have the ideal February getaway. Families of players typically extend their stays with Gulf swimming, jet ski rentals, fresh seafood, and resort amenities. With mild 65-70°F February weather and off-peak hotel pricing, Panama City Beach in early February is a smart and scenic destination for any sports-loving family.
Best for: Baseball fans, sports families, college baseball enthusiasts, scouts and coaches
What to expect: 15-team NJCAA bracket, 3 days of competition, MLB and DI scouts in attendance, 13 synthetic turf fields, Championship game Sunday Feb 7
Planning tip: Purchase tickets at the Publix Sports Park box office. Book accommodations well in advance as team travel blocks reserve early. Bring sunscreen — February PCB is sunny and mild.
Cost: Spectator tickets available; see playpanamacitybeach.com for current pricing.
