Many people are aware of the larger-than-life upside-down building on Front Beach Road, but did you know the attraction can also play it cool by offering special sensory-friendly events for those who need a calmer environment? Families and individuals with special needs will not want to miss the upcoming Sensory Day at WonderWorks Panama City Beach, where play meets peaceful. The special Sensory Day will be held Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 10 am to noon. Guests will be able to have lots of fun and make memories in a calmer atmosphere that is sensory friendly and accessible to everyone.
“Sensory Days are a great way to experience the wonder of WonderWorks at your own pace. Everything is calmer inside, and you still get to explore each unique Wonder Zone. Join us for this great event!” said Darren Grooms, general manager at WonderWorks Panama City Beach.
Everyone who has visited WonderWorks Panama City Beach knows what an adventure for the senses it is. There are endless exhibits to explore, each providing something for all the senses, with hundreds of things to see, touch, and hear. WonderWorks has a mission of helping to make the fun more accessible to all, so they regularly host Sensory Day events, which offer an altered sensory environment for those who need it.
On Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 10 am to noon, guests can try out this unique Panama City Beach experience that’s open to all ages. Sensory Day allows guests with special needs to explore the exhibits in a calmer atmosphere with coordinated limited stimulation. The music throughout the facility is lowered, the louder exhibits will be turned off, and the Inversion Tunnel will be stopped during the event. Collectively, this all helps to create a more sensory-friendly and enjoyable experience. There will be a special ticket rate of only $12 plus tax, per person, at the door during this event.
Sensory Days are held throughout the year at WonderWorks and are always popular with local families. They also provide an excellent opportunity for local special education organizations to bring in groups. The WonderWorks sales team is happy to work with special education groups to plan out their visit, helping to ensure a smooth experience. More information about Sensory Day can be found online.
“Heading back to school can be tough for kids, but WonderWorks is a great place to get them excited about learning!” said Amanda Roberts, education sales manager at WonderWorks Panama City Beach. “From special discounts to a National STEM Day celebration, we’ve got lots in store for the school year ahead.”
As the summer comes to a close, WonderWorks Panama City Beach invites families to ease back into learning by exploring everything the indoor amusement park for the mind has to offer. The educational adventure keeps learning fun and interactive, as young minds get hands-on experience with topics they will learn about in school. This includes learning about light, sound, space exploration, extreme weather, physics, art, and more. To further enhance the experience, guests can purchase the official WonderWorks Casebook and use it to challenge themselves by answering questions about the exhibits they are exploring. The scavenger hunt for the mind adds another educational layer to your time in the upside-down laboratory. WonderWorks invites families to make it their go-to spot for informative fun this school year. Families can also find plenty of back-to-school resources offered by WonderWorks online on their website and social media.
WonderWorks Panama City Beach features over 100 fun and educational exhibits, plus plenty of special events throughout the year. Attractions include laser tag, an indoor ropes course, the popular Bubble Lab, the Xtreme 360 Bikes, physical challenges, a virtual reality Grave Digger monster truck ride, extreme weather simulators, space discovery replicas, illusion art, and more. There are also discounted rates and team-building activities available for groups, including but not limited to sports teams, scout troops, workplace teams, and more. To get more information, purchase tickets, or reserve a group rate, visit the site at: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/panama-city-beach/.
