Panama Black Weekend is the country's biggest organized shopping event, with over 3,000 stores and 16 participating shopping centers offering discounts of up to 70% on selected merchandise. Coordinated nationally, it turns Panama City's malls and commercial districts into a shopper's paradise for one long weekend.
The 2026 edition runs from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4. From electronics and fashion to home goods and travel, participating retailers roll out deep promotions that make it the ideal moment to shop, whether you are a resident stocking up or a visitor hunting for bargains in one of the region's top retail destinations.
Panama's status as a duty-friendly shopping hub, combined with the concentration of malls in the capital, makes Black Weekend a genuine draw for regional shopping tourism. Plan ahead, as the most popular stores get busy fast.
