Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals, and activities in escambia and santa rosa counties.
Monday
monday night blues
Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Association of Northwest Florida are bringing “the blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event will feature live blues music and “BBQ and Bud” food and drink specials. For more information, contact 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
Pretty Woman: The Musical
May 13th and 14th, Monday and Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Pretty Woman: The Musical is based on his one of the most beloved romantic stories in Hollywood history and is brought to life by his team of powerful creatives. A work by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde). The musical features original music by Grammy Award winners Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (Summer of '69, Heaven) and collaborations with the film's legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter. Contains books by J.F. Lawton. Tickets start at $80. For more information, contact 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
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Tuesday
band on the beach
Tuesday, May 14th at 7pm. Gulfside Pavilion on Casino Beach in Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach's popular summer outdoor concert series featuring performers of all musical tastes. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series will deliver an eclectic musical experience all summer long. This week we feature the modern Eldorado. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. free. For more information, call 850-932-2257 or visit pensacolabeach.com.
Wednesday
Pastor Horton Heat
Wednesday, May 15th at 7pm. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Rev. Horton Heat performs live in concert with the Surf Ragettes. $25 in advance. $30 at the door. For more information, visit thehandlebar850.com.
Thursday
Santa Rosa County Farm Tour
8:30am, registration. 9am, tour. Thursday, May 16th. UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center, 4253 Experiment Drive, Jay. The 2024 Santa Rosa County Farm Tour will showcase the diversity of agricultural production in Santa Rosa County, with a focus on specialty crops and beef cattle production. Registration includes lunch. $30. For more information, visit bit.ly/3TioMw4.
st christopher concert
Thursday, May 16th at 6pm. St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 3200 N. 12th Ave. Christopher's Concerts is a free live music showcase featuring some of the area's best local bands. Food can be purchased on the spot. This week is a special feature on NOBIUS. free. Details: scpen.org/christophers-concerts.html.
Friday
movie theater in the sand
Sunset on Friday, May 17th. Gulfside Pavilion, 20 Casino Beach Blvd., Pensacola Beach. Pack your beach chairs and blankets and dig your toes into the sugar-white sand as you watch a classic family movie on Pensacola Beach. The Santa Rosa Island Authority invites families and children young and old to the Cinemas in the Sand movie night in Pensacola Beach. This week we are featuring “The Parent Trap.” free. For more information, visit pensacolabeach.com.
Pensacola Navy Day Celebration
Friday through Sunday, May 17th through 19th. Downtown Pensacola. Pensacola will host the first Pensacola Navy Days Celebration. His three-day event is designed to honor the valor of past and present military personnel stationed at Naval Air Station Pensacola and surrounding military installations. Navy Days wants to strengthen the bond between the Pensacola community and our nation's military heroes. Event highlights include Gallery Night on Friday from 5pm to 9pm, Navy Days “Night at the Museum” Gala on Friday from 6:30pm to 10pm, and Navy Days 4K on Saturday from 8am Includes run/walk and Navy Days Parade starting at 9 a.m. Blues on the Bay concerts will be held from 6:30 a.m. Saturday, Navy Days at Community Maritime Park from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, and Blues on the Bay from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit pensacolanavydays.com.
gallery night
Friday, May 17, 5 p.m., Downtown Pensacola. Gallery Night Pensacola is a nonprofit organization with a dedicated goal of stimulating culture, interaction, and artistic practice of all types with fun events for people of all ages and walks of life. These monthly events focus on a specific theme, highlight featured artists, and recruit the best creators the region has to offer. This month's theme is “Navy Days.” For more information, visit gallerynightpensacola.org.
Hot Glass Cold Brew: Under the Big Top
Friday, May 17, 5 p.m. First City Arts Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. Your next hot glass cold brew is definitely a circus. Organizers are planning a memorable evening that celebrates art, community, and support of local artists. Full admission includes a handcrafted artisan glass or ceramic cup, evening entertainment, and two complimentary craft beers (or wines). Entertainment includes glassblowing and pottery demonstrations, live music, an art market, children's activities, gallery openings, and more. $30 for members. General admission is $40. Children ages 12 to 17 are $5, and children under 12 are free when accompanied by a paying adult. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.
Blackwater Fall Concert Series Bands
Friday, May 17th at 7pm. Jernigan's Landing, 5154 Willing St., Milton. Bring your boat or lawn chairs and enjoy some of the best live music on the Gulf Coast with friends and neighbors at the award-winning, family-friendly Band on the Blackwater concert. This series offers a variety of music. This week we feature Kaitlyn Crisco and Broadcast. free. For more information, contact us at 850-983-5400 or facebook.com/BandsOnTheBlackwater.
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Saturday
Navarre Beach Paddle Classic
Saturday, May 18th at 8am. Navarre Beach Marine Park, 8739 Gulf Blvd., Navarre. The 3rd Annual Navarre Paddle Classic, sponsored by Navarre Beach Yoga Studio, will be held at Navarre Beach Marine Park in Santa Rosa Bay to benefit the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center. More information: navarrebeachseaturtles.org.
sip and dip
Saturday, May 18th at 2pm. Sir Richard's Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Sir Richard's Public House is hosting a “Sip and Dip” event that pairs premium tequila with chips and specialty dips. Featured tequilas include Avion Cristalino, Milagro Select Barrel Reserve Añejo, Tequila Ocho Plata, and Herradura Reposado. Featured dips include smoky salsa, elote street corn, shrimp ceviche, and mango pineapple pico. Attendees will be able to purchase additional food from Sir Richards through the bar's food truck. $45. For more information, visit sirrichardslounge.com.
let's raise every voice
Saturday, May 18, 7:30 p.m. Cokesbury Church, 5725 N. Ninth Ave. Celebrate five centuries of music by Black composers as the Pensacola Choral Society closes out its season with Lift Every Voice. Artistic Director Peter Steenblick and Treble Ensemble Director Isabelle Peterson will conduct the 110-voice chorus, accompanied by organist and pianist Hyun Joo Kim, and soprano Aranda Small will be a guest soloist. This program focuses primarily on sacred works.th A century-old setting of Lenten prayers by the first black composer known to have had his work published. Admission: $25 (Adult), $20 (Senior/Military), $10 (Students), $5 (Children), $15 for groups of 10 or more (advance purchase only). Tickets on the day of the event are $5 more. For more information, visit choralsocietyofpensacola.org.
Sunday
vintage block party
Sunday, May 19th at 1pm. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. The Handlebar hosts a vintage block party with the music of Melodious Allen and Funkheads. free. For more information, visit thehandlebar850.com.
Broadway Lights Dance Center: A Tangled Adventure
Sunday, May 19, 5 p.m. Saenger Theater, 118 S. Palafox St. Broadway Lights Dance Center presents the 2024 recital “Tangled Adventures.” Participants enjoy dancing, singing, acting, and more. Tickets start at $25. For more information, contact 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
blues on the bay
Sunday, May 19th at 6pm. Community Maritime Park Hunter Amphitheater, 301 W. Main St. This free concert series is one of the most popular events for locals and visitors to spend the last hours of the weekend enjoying great music with family and friends. It's one. Great atmosphere. Concert goers should bring a cooler and lawn chairs. Guests of all ages are encouraged to enjoy the cool bay breeze while listening and dancing to some of the region's best musical talent. This week we feature the modern Eldorado. For more information, please contact us at 850-436-5670.
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