What to Do in Pensacola This Summer: Events, Music & More

If you are vacationing in Pensacola, Florida this summer, here are some of the events you don’t want to miss!

Blue Angels Beach Show

Pensacola’s premier summer event is the Red, White & Blues, Blue Angels Air Show on Pensacola Beach. Enjoy the incredible acrobatic feats of Pensacola’s hometown heroes, plus many other high-flying acts. The view of this show on the Gulf’s sandy shores, or out in a boat in Pensacola Bay, give unmatched views and a unique atmosphere. If you want to avoid the bigger crowd, there is a full run-through practice the same week!

Bands on the Beach

Every Tuesday night from April–October, visitors can enjoy live music right on the beach.  There are a variety of different musical styles performing this summer. And, the concerts are free. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair to enjoy the music and the sunset. Check out the schedule at this link.

Fiesta Pensacola Parade and Ball

Fiesta is an organization that celebrates the founding of Pensacola, America’s first European settlement. As part of the heritage festival, there will be a celebration, a street parade, a boat parade and a formal Ball. Find out more about the festivities at this link.

Gallery Night

Peruse local art, enjoy live performances, try unique fare from a variety of food trucks, and much more in Downtown Pensacola. Gallery Nights for Summer 2025 are May 16, June 20, July 18 and August 15.

Cinema in the Sand

Grab your family, get out your picnic blanket and some beach chairs, and relax on Pensacola Beach to watch Disney hit, Moana 2 on May 9 or DreamWorks classic, Shrek on August 8. Spring and Fall dates are also scheduled. Find out more here.

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