Rock ‘n’ Fly Half Marathon and 5K
March 23, 2019
The Blue Angel Rock N Fly Half Marathon & 5k will be on beautiful NAS Pensacola on March 23, 2019 at 0800. This community event is a charity run that support the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society and Navy Ball. It is a complete supported by volunteers. The 2019 theme is the Country Tour so bring out your best cowboy hat, chaps, spurs, and jean shorts and participate in a great event that support local Sailors and Marines.For more information or to register go to: www.runrocknfly.com
Ciclovia
March 23rd, 2019
Ciclovia (seek-low-via)–Pensacola Open Streets originated in Bogota, Columbia in the 1970s and took off around the world in the 1990s. Pensacola joined the movement in 2017 with our very first Ciclovia! This event closes major streets in downtown Pensacola to motorized traffic and opens them up for people to ride bikes, walk, run, play, or whatever moves them! Come join in on the fun! For more information, visit http://pensacolaopenstreets.com/
25th Annual Gulf Breeze Arts Festival
March 23 and 24, 2019
The city of Gulf Breeze and Gulf Breeze Arts, Inc. are proud to announce the 25th Annual Gulf Breeze Celebrates the Arts Festival to be held on March 23rd and 24th of 2019, in the Gulf Breeze High School parking lot. They are hosting 100+ local, regional and national fine artists and heritage artists, who will be setting up and selling their fine art at the wonderful festival, located just a stones throw from the most beautiful beaches in the world. They will also have live music, gourmet food vendors, an art raffle tent, a children’s art show and creation station, live performance artists and live art demonstrations, including the First City Art Center’s Glass Blowing Truck! Proceeds from the festival benefit school programs throughout Santa Rosa and Escambia counties. For more information, visit http://www.gulfbreezearts.com/gbcaf-2019.html
United Way of Escambia County’s Open House
March 26th, 2019
Join the United Way of Escambia County in celebrating 95 years of improving lives in Escambia County on March 26th at 1301 W Government Street! Meet the team, tour the building, mingle with their nonprofit partners, and enjoy light snacks and beverages. Please reserve your spot by calling the office at 850-434-3157 or visiting www.unitedwayescambia.org/95.
Chocolate Fest 2019
March 30, 2019
Now in its 16th year, Chocolate Fest is an annual fundraiser benefiting Gulf Coast Kid’s House. As you walk through the corridors of Cordova Mall, you fill up your “to-go” box with mouth-watering chocolate treats donated by popular local restaurants. The Chocolate Fest is March 30th from 1-3pm, with VIP admission from 12-1pm. VIP entry is $25, and general admission is $15. For more information, visit https://www.gulfcoastkidshouse.org/child-abuse-prevention-events/
March Madnezz
March 30th, 2019
Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast for its annual March Madnezz Fundraiser at O’Rileys Irish Pub in downtown Pensacola at 4PM! Power forward with your friends while enjoying the NCAA Men’s Basketball Regional Finals and unlimited food and libations. Attendees will have the chance to score some incredible items from the evening’s silent and live auctions all while giving back to a great cause!
Art of Fashion
April 4th, 2019
The 14th Annual Art of Fashion will include: a fashion show presented by local boutiques, pop-up shops from local vendors, silent auction, and a luncheon. Art of Fashion is a fundraiser for Covenant Care’s hospice programs in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
11am – 1pm | VIP Hour: 10-11am
Skopelos at New World
For More Information Visit: https://choosecovenant.org/event/art-of-fashion-2019/
4th Annual Food Truck Festival
April 5th and 6th, 2019
Pensacola Habitat for Humanity welcomes families, foodies, and Pensacola Habitat supporters to its annual Food Truck Festival in celebration of the community they serve. The fourth-annual Pensacola Food Truck Festival will take place on April 5 and 6, 2019. The event will start on Friday evening, an “appetizer” to the main event, and feature several food trucks and a band. Saturday will be a foodies’ paradise as you wind your way around dozens of food trucks and listen to live music.
Since 1981, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity has served the residents of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, working alongside dedicated volunteers to build high-quality, energy efficient, affordable homes, which are purchased by qualified homeowners with a 0% APR mortgage through our Homebuyer Program. Pensacola Habitat serves the community in other ways as well: the Neighborhood Revitalization department helps neighborhoods organize and improve existing homes and neighborhoods; homeownership courses provided by the Family Services department ensure every family that goes through the homeowner program starts their journey on the right foot as soon as they’re handed the keys; and the ReStore accepts gently-used, quality goods, diverting tons of home furnishings from local landfills.
Whether you’re planning an outing with the family or meeting some friends for food, your attendance at the Food Truck Festival represents your investment in local families and a healthier, more sustainable community.
For more information about this event, visit pensacolafoodtruckfest.org.
Men Who Cook 2019
April 7th, 2019
Who says men can’t cook? Real men wear aprons for a cause! Men Who Cook is Pace’s signature, one-of-a kind tasting event and chef competition featuring men of our community – local businessmen, community leaders and all-around terrific guys – who believe in girls. The event showcases the talents of approximately 40 amateur chefs who prepare and serve everything from appetizers to desserts at their tasting stations to 300 attendees. The 7th Annual MEN WHO COOK presented by The Law Office of JJ Talbott features four categories of competition: Land, Sea, Sky and Sweet Endings. Each category awards a winning chef, and the overall “Top Chef” is chosen from these, as well as a “People’s Choice Award”. MEN WHO COOK is a flagship fundraiser that supports the operational costs of Pace Center for Girls Escambia – Santa Rosa. MEN WHO COOK sponsorships, ticket sales and auctions all help Pace provide girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. COME HUNGRY. LEAVE FULFILLED. For more information, visit www.tinyurl.com/MenWhoCook2019.
Relay For Life of Navarre
April 12th, 2019
Join Navarre’s Relay For Life! The event takes place at Navarre High School from 6PM-Midnight, and is located at 8600 High School Blvd, Navarre, FL. For more information or if you would like to join the Relay For Life of Navarre, visit http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/?fr_id=91299&pg=entry&_ga=2.241019008.2000519763.1553106335-796270192.1553106335
Relay For Life of Greater Pensacola
April 26th, 2019
Join Relay For Life of Greater Pensacola! The event takes place J.M. Tate High School beginning at 6PM. The event is located at 1771 Tate Road, Cantonment, FL. For more information or if you would like to join the Relay For Life of Greater Pensacola, visit http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/?fr_id=91281&pg=entry&_ga=2.242650369.2000519763.1553106335-796270192.1553106335
March For Babies
April 27th, 2019
We are proud to announce our new walk site – the Gulf Breeze Community Center! Join us there on Saturday, April 27th as we March for Babies! Located in the heart of Gulf Breeze, the Community Center offers ample space for our event and a beautiful scenic route to walk. So what are you waiting for? Register, gather friends, family and co-workers to join your team and raise donations that will help fund important work as we fight for the health of all moms and babies.1 in 10 babies are born premature in the United States. The preterm birth rate in Florida is at 10.2% which is higher than the national average. Statistics across the northwest panhandle are among the worst in the state. We believe that every baby deserves the best possible start. When you March for Babies, you make the future brighter for all.For More Information Visit: https://www.marchforbabies.org/EventInfo?EventID=20050 or Check Out The Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/marchofdimesflorida/
Hogfest 2019
April 27, 2019
Pensacola Harley Davidson
The 16th Annual Hogfest will be held on Saturday April 27th at 6:30 pm at the Pensacola-Harley Davidson dealership and is sure to be another sellout! If you haven’t been to Pensacola Hogfest put it on your bucket list and buy your ticket for two today! More information, visit www.northeastsertoma.com/pensacola-hogfest.html
35th Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival
April 26-28, 2019
Fiesta Pensacola is proud to host the 35th Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival at a NEW LOCATION! Please join us at Community Maritime Park, behind Wahoos Stadium, April 26-28th!
Admission is $5 daily (children 12 and under are free).
Friday, April 26 from 11AM-11PM
Saturday, April 27 from 10AM-11PM
Sunday, April 28 from 11AM-5PM
Be sure to bring your appetite! We are excited to announce that this year’s festival features 15,000 pounds of crawfish, provided by Cordova Crawfish Company of Pensacola, Florida. Cajun dishes such as red beans and rice, boudin balls, seafood gumbo, étouffée, jambalaya, Cajun pasta and MORE will also be available, including traditional festival fare.
Crawfish Eating Contests, Children’s area and SO MUCH MORE!
Pets, coolers and outside food/beverages are not allowed.
Soundside Splendor 2019
May 5th, 2019
The 14th Annual Children’s Home Society of Florida “Soundside Splendor.” is happening on May 5th, 4-7PM, at Portofino Island Resort Join Chef Jim Shirley and Pensacola’s celebrity chefs for exquisite food, wine, entertainment and company. Guests will also enjoy the chance to bid on dozens of luxury items in the silent and live auctions at the event.
Relay For Life of Pensacola
May 10th, 2019
Join the Relay For Life of Pensacola! The event takes place at Community Maritime Park from 6PM-Midnight. Community Maritime Park is located at 301 W Main St, Pensacola, FL. For more information or if you would like to join the event, visit http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/?fr_id=91320&pg=entry&_ga=2.139780528.2000519763.1553106335-796270192.1553106335