A&E Happenings 4/10/25
Nonprofits & Fundraisers
30th Annual Community Picnic in Seville Square Pensacola Civitan Club Community Picnic is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 19 at Seville Square in downtown Pensacola. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, Civitan cooks, a Pepsi Trailer, guitarist John Wheeler, Kazoo, the Pyramid Show Choir, Fire Truck from Pensacola Fire Department, Boy Scout Troop 409 leading the Pledge of Allegiance, Gulf Coast Model A Club, an Autism Pensacola display table, a Pensacola Civitan Club display table, face paint and balloons.
ACTS Online Fundraiser ACTS is hosting an online fundraising raffle to help fund a 12-week support group for adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. Tickets are just $10 each, and all proceeds will go directly toward supporting the program. Raffle tickets can be purchased at we-are-acts.com through April 19.
Animal Allies Florida Bingo Animal Allies Florida hosts bingo twice monthly at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, 1 New Market St., Cantonment (on Nine Mile Road near Pine Forest Road). The cost is 10 rounds of bingo for $10, with cash prizes for winners. Food and drinks are also available for purchase. For more information, visit facebook.com/animalalliesflorida.
Animal Allies Cat and Kitten Adoption Visit Pet Supermarket 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every first and third Saturday of the month at 6857 N. Ninth Ave. to meet your furever friend. Visit aaflorida.org for details.
Caring & Sharing Ministry Food Drive The Gloria Green Caring & Sharing Ministry is attached to the Historic St. Joseph Catholic Church, 140 W. Government St. The ministry feeds the homeless 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. The ministry’s food pantry opens 10 a.m. and also has clothing. Food donations needed are pop-top canned goods, Beanie Weenies, Vienna sausage, potted meat, cans of tuna and chicken and soups. Clothing donations needed include tennis shoes for men and women, as well as sweatshirts and new underwear for men in sizes small, medium and large. Call DeeDee Green at (850) 723-3390 for details.
—Community Events—
Fred Levin Way Fest: Celebration of Giving The Fred Levin Way Fest is a free event for the community that occurs once each year in downtown Pensacola and is designed to help families and individuals in need. Enjoy free food, games, music, art and more 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Palafox and Government Streets. Details at fredlevinfest.com.
—Arts & Culture—
Stop Kiss Performances are 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 11; Saturday, April 12; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at University of West Florida, 11000 University Parkway, Building 82. Details and tickets available at uwf.edu/cfpa.
Cinemas in the Sand: The Parent Trap The next Cinemas in the Sand is Friday, April 11. All movies are free to the public and will start at sunset on a giant movie screen in front of the Gulfside Pavilion stage, weather permitting. For weather updates, go to facebook.com/visitpensacolabeach.
IHMC Open House The Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition will host an open house 4-7 p.m. Friday, April 11 at 40 S. Alcaniz St. Dozens of researchers, roboticists, engineers, cognitive scientists and human performance experts will share what they love about their life in science during Open House for National Robotics Week. The final tour begins at 6:30 p.m.
A Cabaret of Curiosities An immersive experience including six open-bar venues, culinary art catering, live entertainment and a surprise around every corner. Enjoy live bands, DJs, aerialists, flash mobs, singers, musicians, drag performers, graffiti artists and more 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Tickets start at $150 and are available at pensacolalittletheatre.com.
Opera Al Fresco Pensacola Opera artists perform at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Rev. H.K. Matthews Park, 1201 E. Anderson St.
Odd Colony Spring Market Local vendors will be at Odd Colony, 260 N. Palafox St. 12-4 p.m. Sunday, April 13. Details at facebook.com/oddcolony.
Crafts & Drafts Make a one-of-a-kind piece of art for Easter 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Coastal County Brewing Co., 3041 E. Olive Road. Details at coastalcountybrewing.com/shop/ols/categories/art-parties.
2nd Sunday Market at Gary’s Brewery Vendors, live music and food trucks 12 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten, 208 Newman Ave. Details at facebook.com/garysbrew.
True South: A Conversation with John T. Edge On Tuesday, April 15 at 5:30 p.m. join the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities for the inaugural Gulf Coast Culture Series event, True South: A Conversation with John T. Edge, at the Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. This event is free and open to the public. Details and registration at events.uwf.edu/event/true-south-a-conversation-with-john-t-edge-2025.
Beauty and The Bride Bridal runway and wellness event 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Mind Body & Soul Medical, located at 630 E. Government St. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a raffle featuring giveaways from Mind Body & Soul Medical, including a Deluxe Hydrafacial, a 60-minute Personalized Treatment Facial and a Bridal Medical-Grade Skincare Regimen. Each attendee will receive one raffle ticket upon arrival and the opportunity to earn additional tickets by donating formalwear to support Project Formal. Details at mindbodysoulmedical.com.
SynTHESIS A group BFA exhibition featuring a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, fiber, photography, printmaking, digital media, graphic design and sculpture at Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. An opening reception is 5-7 p.m. Friday, April 18. Details at pensaccolamuseum.org.
Blue Morning Gallery: Spring Fling The latest Blue Morning Gallery exhibit is Spring Fling with featured artists Jan Hoffman, Mark Schmitt and Kathy Stewart. The gallery is located at 21 S. Palafox St. Visit bluemorninggallery.com for details.
Jimmy Rhea: To Be Defined Pensacola Museum of Art exhibit featuring mixed-media work by Jimmy Rhea that juxtaposes historical icons with contemporary culture is on view through June 1 at PMA, 407 S. Jefferson St. For museum hours and details, visit pensacolamuseum.org.
IN YOUR FACE: Portraits by Gila Rayberg Mosaic portraiture by Gila Rayberg. On view through Sept. 7 at Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. Details at pensacolamuseum.org.
UWF Scholarship Recipient at Blue Morning Gallery Blue Morning Gallery will present its two UWF scholarship recipients, Stephanie Nowlin and Izzy Braniff. Work from the two artists will be in the featured artists area at the gallery through April 26. Blue Morning Gallery is located at 21 S. Palafox St.
The Members Show PMA Members show is on view through June 1 at Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. Details at pensacolamuseum.org.
Silent Book Club at Bodacious
Sundays are for quietly reading at Bodacious Bookstore & Café, 110 E. Intendencia St. Join the Silent Book Club 10-11 a.m. Sundays. Details are at facebook.com/bodaciousbookstore.
Pensacola Rose Society Monthly meetings are normally 6 p.m. the second Monday of the month at the Pensacola Garden Center, 1850 N. Ninth Ave. Visit pensacolarosesociety.org for more information.
BTB Comedy Watch live standup comedy in open mic style 7 p.m. Mondays at Odd Colony, 260 N. Palafox St. Follow BTB Comedy on Facebook for updates.
Comedy Showcase at Subculture BTB Comedy presents a comedy showcase the first Thursday monthly at Subculture Art Gallery, 701 N. V St. Follow facebook.com/pensacolasubculture for updates.
Scripteasers Join writers at Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St., for Scripteasers every month. Visit pensacolalittletheatre.com for details.
Palafox Market Enjoy Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. The event features local farmers, artists and crafters on North and South Palafox Street at Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza and Plaza Ferdinand. For updates, visit facebook.com/downtownpensacola.
Cabaret Drag Showcase at American Legion Post #193 Don’t miss Cabaret Drag Showcase every second and fourth Saturday at the American Legion Post #193, 2708 N. 12th Ave. Doors open 8 p.m. Showtime is 10 p.m. For more information, contact show director Taize Sinclair-Santi at taizesinclairsanti@gmail.com.
Spirits of Seville Quarter Ghost Tour and Luncheon Dine inside Pensacola’s oldest and most haunted restaurant and investigate the spirits with actual paranormal equipment at Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Tickets are $12 and include a voucher toward Seville Quarter’s menu. Tours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays and 2-4 p.m. Sundays. Make an appointment by calling (850) 941-4321.
After Dark: Seville Quarter Ghosts, Murder, Mayhem and Mystery Tour and Dinner After Dark Paranormal Investigation and Dinner happens inside one of Pensacola’s most haunted restaurants with real ghost-hunting equipment 6-8 p.m. Sundays. Listen as your guide weaves tales of ghosts, debauchery, murder, mayhem, paranormal activities, history and more related to Seville Quarter and downtown Historic Pensacola. After your ghost tour, enjoy dinner at Seville Quarter Palace Café, 130 E. Government St. Reservations are required. Call (850) 941-4321. Tickets are available at pensacolaghostevents.com.
—Food + Drinks—
Sage in Bloom Cooking class is 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 11 at Pensacola Cooks, 4051 Barrancas Ave. Cost is $60 per student and tickets are available at pensacolacooks.com.
Halfway to Oktoberfest German beers, keg tossing, stein hoisting and German style food 4-9 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Gary’s Brewery, 208 Newman Ave. Details at facebook.com/garysbrew.
Bully Dog Day in the CCB Beer Garden All dog breeds welcome for this dog friendly event 1-5 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Coastal County Brewing, 3041 E. Olive Road.
UWF Day of Play Bring your family for an afternoon of outdoors with fellow Argos at the UWF Sports Complex, 1100 University Parkway with yard games, a tie-dye shirt station, vendor booths and baseball and softball games 12-3 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Details at uwf.edu/offices/presidents-office/founders-week.
Pearls & Grapes: An Oyster & Wine Experience Event is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Drift Modern Coastal Cuisine, 41 Fort Pickens Road. Cost is $66. Details and registration at Eventbrite.
Hook & Cook Cooking demonstration featuring Christian Wagley with Healthy Gulf and Executive Chef Jason Hughes, themed around local fish and local waters. Event is 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 17 at The Fish House, 600 S. Barracks St. Tickets are $55 and can be purchased at taylor@goodgrits.com or by calling (850) 287-0200.
Everything Bacon Cooking class is 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 18 at Pensacola Cooks, 4051 Barrancas Ave. Cost is $60 per student and available at pensacolacooks.com.
Men’s Night at Wisteria From 3 p.m. to close Mondays, guys can play free darts and enjoy $6 craft tallboys. There are more than 150 craft beers to choose from. Wisteria is located at 3803 N. 12th Ave. Visit wisteriatavern.com for details.
Free Pool Free pool all day at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. SIN Night begins at 1 a.m. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Fighter Game Night at O’Riley’s Gamers unite 5 p.m.-close Mondays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Trivia Night and SIN Trivia is 9-10:30 p.m. Mondays, and SIN is 11 p.m.-3 a.m. at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Bingo Night at Calvert’s in the Heights Play a game (or two) of bingo 6-8 p.m. Mondays at Calvert’s in the Heights, 670 Scenic Highway. For more information, visit calvertsintheheights.com.
Double Mondays and SIN Night Enjoy Double Mondays 8 p.m.-midnight and SIN Night 11 p.m. to close at O’Riley’s Tavern, 3728 Creighton Road. Details are at orileystavern.com.
Karaoke Karaoke is 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. SIN Night is from 1 a.m. to close Mondays at Sir Richard’s Public House, Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Visit sirrichardslounge.com for details.
75-Cent Oysters at Atlas Enjoy 75-cent oysters 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. For more information, visit greatsouthernrestaurants.com.
Music Bingo Test your music knowledge 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Wisteria, 3808 N. 12th Ave. Take part in half-price bottles of wine and $5 canned cocktails. Visit wisteriatavern.com for details.
Poker Night and Bingo at O’Riley’s Visit O’Riley’s Irish Pub for poker at 6:30 p.m. and bar bingo 8-10 p.m. Tacos on special all day. Tuesdays at 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Lunch at the District The District Steakhouse, 130 E. Government St., is open for special lunch seatings the third Friday of the month. Enjoy a $5 martini or house wine. Seatings are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations are accepted but not necessary. Details are available at districtsteaks.com.
Dollar Night Enjoy Dollar Night 8 p.m.-midnight Tuesdays at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Tuesday Trivia at Perfect Plain Visit Perfect Plain Brewing Co. for trivia nights 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at 50 E. Garden St. Visit perfectplain.com/upcoming-events for details.
Dollar Night at O’Riley’s Dollar Night is 8 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays at O’Riley’s Tavern, 3728 Creighton Road. Food trucks on site. Details are at orileystavern.com.
Trivia at O’Riley’s Test your trivia knowledge 8-10 p.m. Wednesdays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Whiskey Wednesday Karaoke Karaoke is 9 p.m.-1 a.m., at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Trivia at Calvert’s in the Heights Take part in trivia nights 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Calvert’s in the Heights, 670 Scenic Highway. For more information, visit calvertsintheheights.com.
Sippin’ in Sundresses Ladies’ Night at Felix’s Pop-up shops, pink drink specials and live music are 5-8 p.m. Thursdays at Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar, 400 Quietwater Beach Drive.
Pitchers and Tavern Trivia Get deals on pitchers 8 p.m.-midnight at O’Riley’s Tavern. Trivia is 8 p.m. SIN Night starts at 1 a.m. Thursdays at 3728 Creighton Road. Visit orileystavern.com for details.
Weekly SINGO at Perfect Plain Brewing Co. Music Bingo Thursdays is 7-9 p.m. at Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. Details are at facebook.com/perfectplainbrewingco.
Pool Tournament Pool tournaments begin 8 p.m. Tequila Night is from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Thursdays at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Dollar Night at O’Riley’s Dollar Night with a DJ starts 8 p.m. Thursdays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Karaoke Karaoke is from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and SIN Night is 1 a.m. to close Thursdays at Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Visit sirrichardslounge.com for details.
Trivia Under the Trees Trivia is 6 p.m. Thursdays at Wisteria Tavern, 3808 N. 12th Ave. Visit wisteriatavern.com for details.
Thursday Biergarten Trivia Night Gary’s Brewery Trivia Night is back by popular demand 7-9 p.m. Thursdays at 208 Newman Ave. Test your trivia skills with a glass of beer or wine. Arrive early to grab a spot. For more information, visit facebook.com/garysbrew.
Big Beer Night Drink specials 8 p.m.-12 a.m. and SIN Night from 1 a.m. to close Fridays at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Feisty Friday Nights Drink specials start 8 p.m. Fridays at Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Visit sirrichardslounge.com for details.
TGI Fireball Friday Drink specials are all day Fridays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. SIN Night starts at 11 p.m. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Fish Fry Friday Half off fish n’ chips from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and live DJ at 9 p.m. Fridays at Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Visit sirrichardslounge.com for details.
Weekly Saturday Brunch Brunch is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Shamrock Saturday Shamrock Saturday is 9 p.m. SIN Night starts at 11 p.m. Saturdays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Free Pool and Bar Bingo at O’Riley’s Tavern Enjoy free pool all day and play bar bingo 8 p.m. Sundays at O’Riley’s Tavern, 3728 Creighton Road. Details are at orileystavern.com.
Sunday Brunch at Café Single Fin Partake in brunch specials, full café menu, espressos and bottomless mimosas until 1 p.m. Sundays at Café Single Fin, 380 N. Ninth Ave. Live music begins at 10 a.m. Visit cafesinglefin.com for details.
Sunday Brunch and Karaoke O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St., hosts brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Karaoke begins at 8 p.m. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Sunday Brunch at Atlas Oyster House Sunday Brunch is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays at Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. View menus at atlasoysterhouse.com.
Karaoke at Mugs & Jugs Karaoke is 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sundays at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
SIN Night at O’Riley’s SIN Night is 12 a.m. to close Sundays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
—Live Music—
Music at Five Sisters Blues Cafe Visit Five Sisters Blues Café, 421 W. Belmont St., for live music:
6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 10: Cat Daddy Blues Duos
6-10 p.m. Friday, April 11: Blue Levee
6-10 p.m. Saturday, April 12: Glen Parker
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 13: Curt Bol
6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 15: John Wheeler
6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 17: Forrest Higgins
Dionysus, Funk Heads, Lightyear Sisters Show is 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10 at The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tickets are $10-$15 and available at thehandlebar850.com.
Benefit for Jaimes Miller with The Ladies Of, Acorns, Emerald Coast Murders and R. Gabriel Todd Show is 7 p.m. Friday, April 11 at Betty’s, 506 W. Belmont St. $10-$20 suggested donation.
Fried Green Friday, Panhandle Pirates, Cremro Smith, Dusty Deluna, Sco Mazzi Show is 7 p.m. Friday, April 11 at The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tickets are $10 and available at thehandlebar850.com.
Big Something Show is 7 p.m. Friday, April 11 at Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at vinylmusichall.com.
Gasolina: Reggaeton Party Show is 9 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at vinylmusichall.com.
Jaimes Miller Benefit With American Suicide, Cockfight, Heavy Kid, Basilantros. 7 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tickets are $10-$20 suggested donation. Details are at thehandlebar850.com.
Atoll, Demon King, Cesspool Corruption, Rat King, Accursed Creator Show is 7 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tickets are $10-$15 and available at thehandlebar850.com.
Million Dollar Time Machine A musical act featuring classic rock tribute acts. Show is 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets available at pensacolasaenger.com.
An Evening with Grateful Shred Show is 6:30 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at vinylmusichall.com.
Joanne Shaw Taylor Show is 8 p.m. Monday, April 14 at Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets available at pensacolasaenger.com.
Runge Strings Performance is 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at UWF Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 11000 University Parkway. Tickets are free, but registration is required. Reserve your spot at uwf.edu/cfpa.
Mac McAnally Show is 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets available at pensacolasaenger.com.
Bands on the Beach Weekly concert series is 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Gulfside Pavilion on Pensacola Beach. Disco Kiss is April 15 and Whitesands Panhandle Band is April 22. Details at visitpensacolabeach.com.
Underoath Show is 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 16 at Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at vinylmusichall.com.
UWF Singers: Faure Requiem The performance will be held Thursday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 11000 University Parkway. Tickets are free, but registration is required. Make yours at uwf.edu/cfpa.
JGBCB Jerry Garcia Band Cover Band show is 7 p.m. Friday, April 18 at Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at vinylmusicband.com.
Pensacola Pick Night at Odd Colony Music pickers of all levels are invited to play 7-9 p.m. every last Monday of the month at Odd Colony, 260 N. Palafox St. Bring your acoustic instrument and jam. Visit facebook.com/oddcolony for details.
Tuesday Night Jazz at Seville Quarter Enjoy smooth jazz with Melodious Allen and The Funk Heads on Tuesday nights at Lili Marlene’s in Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Show starts at 6:30 p.m. Visit sevillequarter.com for more information.
Karaoke at O’Riley’s Uptown Sing your heart out 8 p.m.-midnight Tuesdays at O’Riley’s Uptown, 3728 Creighton Road. Visit orileystavern.com for details.
Open Mic Night at Gary’s Brewery Open mic night is hosted by Renee Amelia 6 p.m. every other Wednesday at Gary’s Brewery, 208 Newman Ave. Visit facebook.com/garysbrew for details.
Karaoke at The Handlebar Karaoke is 9 p.m. Wednesdays at The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Visit thehandlebar850.com for details.
Karaoke at Wisteria Wisteria Tavern hosts karaoke 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 3808 N. 12th Ave. Details are at wisteriatavern.com.
Whiskey Wednesday Karaoke Karaoke starts 9 p.m. Wednesdays at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Karaoke Nights at Sir Richard’s Bring your singing talents Monday and Thursday nights to Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Festivities are 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Visit sirrichardslounge.com for details.
Happy Hour Live Music at O’Riley’s Drink specials and live music are 4-7 p.m. Fridays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Visit orileyspub.com for details.
Sunday Karaoke at Mugs & Jugs Karaoke starts 9 p.m. Sunday at Mugs & Jugs, 12080 Scenic Highway. Visit mugsjugsbar.com for details.
Karaoke Night at O’Riley’s Irish Pub Karaoke is 8 p.m.-midnight Sundays at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Details are at orileyspub.com.
Live Music at Calvert’s Listen to live music 5-8 p.m. Sundays at Calvert’s in the Heights, 670 Scenic Highway. Visit facebook.com/calvertsintheheights for details.
—Fitness + Recreation—
Ocean Hour Clean Ups Ocean Hour Clean Ups are 8:45 a.m. Saturdays. On April 12, the sites are Casino Beach and Bruce Beach. Ocean Hour provides bags, gloves, grabbers and buckets. For more information, visit oceanhourfl.com.
Blue Wahoos Home Opener The Blue Wahoos home games are held at Blue Wahoos Stadium, 315 W. Cedar St. Upcoming dates include: 6:05 p.m. Thursday, April 10, Friday, April 11 Saturday, April 12 and 1:05 p.m. Sunday, April 13. Details and tickets at bluewahoos.com.
Deep South Cranes Blizzard Series: Pensacola Sports One Hundred Deep South Cranes Blizzard Series Gulf Coast Double Header kicks off at Five Flags Speedway, 7451 Pine Forest Road with the Pensacola Sports One Hundred. The 100-lap Super Late Model race will take center stage on 8 p.m. Friday, April 11. Details at fiveflagsspeedway.com.
Deluna’s Open Water Swim Pick from .6, 1.2, or 2.4 miles swim challenges. Race is hosted by Salty Sports Society. On Pensacola Beach behind Flounders. Details at pensacolasports.org/delunasswim.
Dog Easter Egg Event Enjoy a dog friendly Easter egg hunt 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Calvert’s, 670 Scenic Highway. Details at wolfgangparkandbrews.com.
Gulf Coast Whale Festival The Gulf Coast Whale Festival is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Gulfside Pavilion, 20 Casino Beach Boardwalk with educational exhibits, activities, live music, a puppet parade and the premier performance of Ode to the Rice’s Whale, written by Pensacola performer Bob Teague. A 32’ long inflatable Rice’s whale will allow attendees to experience the size and beauty of a native Gulf whale. Details available at healthygulf.org/whalefestival.
Goat Yoga Beginner yoga class for all ages with goats at Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten, 208 Newman Ave. 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Cost is $33. Registration is at facebook.com/garysbrew.
Full Moon Restorative Yoga and Massage Event Enjoy a 90-minute yoga class and therapeutic massage 6-9 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Yoga Adobe, 511 S. Palafox St. Details at iamabode.com/shop/p/apr25-full-moon.
Marine Conservation Day at Gary’s Brewery Free day of community, conservation and fun 12-5 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten, 208 Newman Ave. Details at facebook.com/garysbrew.
Yoga Uncorked at 5eleven Yoga classes are 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 5eleven, 511 S. Palafox St., with Disko Lemonade running the class. Register at diskolemonade.com.
Yoga with Marni at Ha-Ya Visit Ha-Ya Wellness for integrative yoga with Marni 10 a.m. the first and third Saturday of the month at 4301 Spanish Trail Road. Visit facebook.com/asherandbeeapothecary for more information.
Sip and Stretch Yoga Yoga class for all levels is Sundays at Gary’s Brewery, 208 Newman Ave. Class starts at 11:45 a.m. Cost is $18 for a one-hour class followed by a complimentary beverage. Visit facebook.com/garysbrew for details.
Hook, Line & Sinker Monthly Fishing Seminar Series Hot Spots Charters hosts a monthly free fishing seminar the first Monday every month at Flounder’s Chowder House, 800 Quietwater Beach Road on Pensacola Beach. A free fish dinner is 6:30 p.m. with the seminar at 7 p.m. and typically lasts about an hour. Visit facebook.com/hlsseminar for details.
Tiki Tuesday Sunset Yoga Take in a slow flow yoga class led by Donna Dickey 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Sneaky Tiki Bar, 17 Via De Luna Drive. Cost is $15 to drop in and includes a drink. For details, visit iamabode.com.
Live Jazz and Swing Dancing From 6:30-11 p.m. the first Friday of each month, enjoy a live band for dancing Lindy, Foxtrot, East Coast and West Coast Swing. This is a fun, friendly atmosphere with lessons for all levels and no partner required. Location is The Way You Move Dance Studio, 918 Winton Ave. The cost is $15. More information is at thewayyoumove.us.
West Coast Swing Dance Join the fun 6:30-10 p.m. Wednesdays for $5 and 6:30-11 p.m. the fourth Saturday of each month for $10. All levels welcomed; no partner required. The Way You Move dance studio is at 918 Winton Ave. More information is at thewayyoumove.us.
Ballroom, Latin, Swing Dance From 6:30-11 p.m. the second Saturday of each month, enjoy a mix of music for all dancers. All levels welcomed; no partner required. The Way You Move dance studio is at 918 Winton Ave. The cost is $10. More information is at thewayyoumove.us.
Pensacola Parkrun The Pensacola Rec Plex North Parkrun is 7:30 a.m. Saturdays. The weekly timed 5K run or walk takes place at the University of West Florida and is free and open to everyone, regardless of fitness level. For more information, visit facebook.com/rpnparkrun or email recplexnorth@parkrun.com.
—Kid-Friendly—
Paw Patrol Live Tickets On Sale The Paw Patrol Live: A Mighty Adventure show has been announced for Oct. 14 and 15 at Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E. Gregory St. Tickets are on sale starting April 11. Details available at pensacolabaycenter.com.
Preschool Art & Storytime Join PMA alongside the West Florida Public Libraries to engage preschoolers in story time and art. During this free event at the Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St., a librarian will read selections of similarly themed books and encourage movement and participation. Event is 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12. For ages 2-5. Details at pensacolamuseum.org.
Dog Man The Musical Show is 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16 at Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Details and tickets at pensacolasaenger.com.
Easter Egg Hunt at The Bodacious Brew Thru Egg hunt is for children 10 and under beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, April 18 at The Brew Thru, 16 W. Main St. Event is free. Details at Eventbrite.com.
Science Saturday at IHMC The last Science Saturday is April 19 with Dr. Kevin Gluck. Sessions start 9 a.m. for grades 3 and 4 and 11 a.m. for grades 5 and 6. Tickets are free. Visit ihmc.us/life/science_saturdays to register.
Waterboyz Summer Camp Camps are 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday through Thursday May 27-Aug. 1. Camps include surf/skim, and indoor skate camps. Cost is $50-$200. More details at waterboyz.com/collections/lessons-camps.
Robotics Summer Camp The IHMC Robotics Summer Camp registration began March 17. Session one programming is for eighth graders and runs 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 2-5. Session two is for ninth and 10th graders and runs 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9-12. Financial assistance is available for qualified families. For more details, visit ihmc.us/life/robotics-camp.
Brownsville Community Center Performing Arts Club For ages 8-18, this club is an opportunity for all aspiring actors, dancers, singers, rappers and musicians. The club meets 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. DeSoto St. For more information, contact Leroy Williams at (850) 426-1156 or email lewilliams@myescambia.com.
Lutheran Services of Florida’s SNAP Program The SNAP program is a free and fun community program to help parents and children deal with issues like emotional regulation and problem solving. The program is proven to keep kids out of the juvenile justice system and give them skills for successful communication and actions. The program teaches parenting skills for adults and teaches children ages 6-11 important issues, such as emotional regulation, problem-solving skills and self-control. Meetings are once a week for 13 weeks. There is no cost, and dinner is served at each meeting. Sibling care and transportation is available if needed at no cost. Call or text (850) 375-3646 to get started.
Beanstack: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones through West Florida Public Libraries. Log reading and earn badges along the way while bonding with your child and inspiring literacy. For every 100 books, you can claim a prize at the library. Register for the challenge on the West Florida Public Libraries’ Beanstack, either on the mobile app or at mywfpl.beanstack.org.
by admin | Apr 9, 2025 | A&E, featured, Issue
