Panama City Beach, FL – Get ready to dig, solve and compete as Panama City Beach’s next-level entertainment hub has arrived. The Escape Game, Great Big Game Show, and Coastal Treasures Adventure Mining are joining forces to debut an all-new, multi-experience destination, bringing together three distinct ways to play under one roof at Pier Park. This marks The Escape Game’s 61st location nationwide, alongside the continued expansion of Great Big Game Show and the introduction of Adventure Mining outside of Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Situated in one of Florida’s most beloved beach destinations, the new venue is designed to be a go-to for families, friend groups, and visitors looking to elevate their time off the sand. This trio delivers something for every type of player – whether you’re escaping into cinematic storylines, stepping into the spotlight of a live game show, or uncovering hidden treasures.
“Bringing three distinct experiences together under one roof allows us to create something entirely new for Panama City Beach,” said Jonathan Murrell, co-founder and CMO of The Escape Game. “From cracking codes to hitting buzzers and discovering hidden gems, we’ve built a space where every kind of player can find their preferred way to play. It’s all about delivering high-energy, shared experiences that give everyone their moment and keep people coming back for more.”
Spanning 6,939 square feet, The Escape Game Panama City Beach features five uniquely themed escape rooms, each designed with Hollywood-style sets and mind-bending puzzles that transport players straight into the action. Guests can choose from fan favorites including The Heist, The Depths, Legend of the Yeti, Cosmic Crisis, and Ruins: Forbidden Treasure – each offering 60 minutes of high-stakes problem-solving, creative thinking, and pure adrenaline. The venue accommodates up to 40 players at a time, making it an ideal destination for family outings, celebrations, friend groups, and corporate team-building.
At Great Big Game Show, contestants are put center stage for a live, host-led competition inside a fully produced game show studio. Groups face off in a series of 17 fast-paced mini-games, from trivia and strategy rounds to hilarious challenges. The one-of-a-kind, hour-long experience is family-friendly and recommended for ages 6 and up, delivering high-energy fun, big laughs, and the chance to live out your ultimate game show fantasy right here in Panama City Beach.
Rounding out the experience is Coastal Treasures Adventure Mining, an interactive attraction inspired by classic gem mining traditions. Guests can sift through running water sluices to uncover gemstones, fossils and treasures hidden within their mining rough. Equal parts educational and entertaining, Adventure Mining offers a hands-on activity that blends discovery with take-home keepsakes that are real and sourced from around the world, making it a standout addition for families and young explorers.
Together, The Escape Game, Great Big Game Show, and Coastal Treasures Adventure Mining transform Panama City Beach into a multi-dimensional playground for connection, competition and discovery. Whether planning for a family outing, group celebration, or a break from the beach, this new destination delivers unforgettable moments at every turn.
