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Events Calendar
5/21/2013
13th Hourglass at Bands on the Beach
The 13th Hourglass, one of Pensacola's most popular rock bands in the 60s, will rock Bands on the Beach from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Gulfside Pavilion.
5/28/2013
The Rowdies at Bands on the Beach
The Rowdies, known as the "Pride of the Panhandle", will be playing at Bands on the Beach on Tuesday, May 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gulfside Pavilion.
6/14/2013 & 6/15/2013
An Evening Under the Stars - Free Star Gazing Event
The Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association will host an Evening Under the Stars at the Gulfside Pavilion on Friday and Saturday, June 14 and 15. Telescopes and binoculars will be set up for views of: the Moon, planets and other celestial objects just before sunset, clear skies permitting. Free parking is available in the Casino Beach parking lot, near the Beach Ball Water Tower.
6/4/2013
One Accord at Bands on the Beach
Pensacola's own R&B funk band One Accord delivers top-quality music with a funky flavor and will be sure to get you moving at the Gulf Side Pavilion on Tuesday, June 4 from 7-9 p.m.
6/11/2013
Modern Eldorados at Bands on the Beach
Tuesday, June 11 is your chance to experience country and rock 'n' roll the way it used be with The Modern Eldorados from 7-9 p.m. Music fans will hear sounds from George Jones, Patsy Cline and Elvis, as the band channels the nostalgia of the 1950s.
6/18/2013
Category 4 at Bands on the Beach
Category 4 will be storming and rocking at Bands on the Beach on Tuesday, June 18 from 7-9 p.m. at the Gulfside Pavilion.
6/25/2013
Mr. Big and the Rhythm Sisters at Bands on the Beach
Mr. Big and the Rhythm Sisters will be performing on Tuesday, June 25 from 7-9 p.m. at Gulfside Pavilion. Music selections from new chart busters to soulful jazz are all rolled together to the delight of all ages.
7/2/2013
Johnny Earthquake and The Moondogs at Bands on the Beach
Come have a good time with Johnny Earthquake and the Moondogs at Bands on the Beach from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2 at the Gulfside Pavilion.
7/4/2013
July 4th Fireworks
Come out to Pensacola Beach for the 4th of July and experience the Fireworks on the Sound Side at 9 p.m.
7/9/2013
Lektric Mullet at Bands on the Beach
Lektric Mullet will bring over a century's worth of collective musical experience to the pavilion from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9.
7/16/2013
The Reunion Band at Bands on the Beach
Crowd favorite, The Reunion Band, will get the crowd dancing at Bands on the Beach from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at the Gulfside Pavilion with an eclectic blend of high-energy dance beats from the '60s and '70s, R&B, British invasion hits, and Motown.
7/10/2013
Circle and Arrivals
Don't miss the Circle and Arrivals for the Pensacola Beach Air Show!
7/11/2013
Practice for Pensacola Beach Air Show
Pensacola Beach Air Show practice.
7/12/2013
Dress Rehearsal
Dress Rehearsal for the Pensacola Beach Air Show!
7/13/2013
Pensacola Beach Air Show
Witness exhilarating stunts and heart-stopping maneuvers. Civilian and other military aircraft will perform aerial acrobatics over the Gulf of Mexico.
7/30/2013
ClassX at Bands on the Beach
Get pumped up for some high-energy fun from classic rock cover band, ClassX at the Gulfside Pavilion on Tuesday, July 30 from 7-9 p.m.
8/3/2013
Bushwhacker Festival 5K
This festival is centered around Pensacola's favorite adult beverage: the milk chocolately bushwacker. Enjoy a fun run and celebration on the boardwalk.
8/6/2013
Posi-Tones on the Beach
The Posi-Tones, bringing Blues and Classic Rock & Roll, will be rocking at the Gulfside Pavilion on Tuesday, August 6 from 7-9 p.m.
8/16/2013 & 8/17/2013
An Evening Under the Stars - Free Star Gazing Event
The Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association will host an Evening Under the Stars at the Gulfside Pavilion on Friday and Saturday, August 16 and 17. Telescopes and binoculars will be set up for views of: the Moon, planets and other celestial objects just before sunset, clear skies permitting. Free parking is available in the Casino Beach parking lot, near the Beach Ball Water Tower.
8/27/2013
Touch of Gray at Bands on the Beach
Bands on the Beach keeps truckin' with Touch of Gray from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 27 at the Gulfside Pavilion. The band, named for their hair color, will play a set filled with "oldies but goodies."
9/3/2013
Erma Granat and The Shades at Bands on the Beach
Come experience Erma Granat and The Shades on Tuesday, September 3. They play many "shades" of music from: Ella Fitzgerald to James Brown to Tower of Power and Chicago, plus many instrumental jazz jams.
9/10/2013
CrossTown at Bands on the Beach
CrossTown is sure to make music lovers happy from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10. The band specializes in "variety" music, a blend of a little bit of everything including classic rock, blues and everything in between.
9/14/2013 & 9/15/2013
Taste of the Beach
Bring an appetite and be prepared for an explosion of flavors as Santa Rosa Island Chefs showoff their culinary skills with signature dishes, or perhaps new creations at Taste of the Beach. This year guest celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern kicks up the gastronomic beach party with a cooking demonstration. Held near the Gulf Side Pavilion at Casino Beach from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
9/17/2013
The Astronauts at Bands on the Beach
The Astronauts will be rockin' the Gulfside Pavilion at Bands on the Beach on Tuesday, September 17 from 7-9 p.m. with their high energy party tunes from the '80s, '90s and beyond!
9/24/2013
Kyle Parker Band at Bands on the Beach
Twenty-three year old music sensation Kyle Parker of the Kyle Parker Band may be young, but this seasoned musician has been beatin' the skins for more than ten years.
9/28/2013 & 9/29/2013
Pensacola Beach Brawl
Here's an exciting way to have some CrossFit fun on the beach. No tricks, no gimmicks, no impossible workouts-just who can get the most work done in the shortest amount of time. There will be RX and Scaled divisions for individual competitors. Don’t miss CrossFitting in paradise!
10/1/2013 - 10/6/2013
Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival
Let The Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival introduce you to the songwriters who create the songs that are an inspiration in our daily lives.
10/1/2013
Southern Soul at Bands on the Beach
Southern Soul will be bringing some Southern-fried rock & roll to Bands on the Beach on Tuesday, October 1 from 7-9 p.m. at the Gulfside Pavilion.
10/5/2013 & 10/6/2013
Art and Wine Weekend
With a stroke of a brush and a pop of a cork, Pensacola Beach will transform itself into an artist's village for the annual Art & Wine Weekend. Pensacola Beach Visitor's Center parking lot. Saturday, 11 a.m to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
10/8/2013
Westside Players at Bands on the Beach
Come experience Westside Players on Tuesday, October 8 from 7-9 p.m. at Gulfside Pavilion.
10/11/2013 & 10/12/2013
An Evening Under the Stars - Free Star Gazing Event
The Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association will host an Evening Under the Stars at the Gulfside Pavilion on Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12. Telescopes and binoculars will be set up for views of: the Moon, planets and other celestial objects just before sunset, clear skies permitting. Free parking is available in the Casino Beach parking lot, near the Beach Ball Water Tower.
10/15/2013
Holly Shelton at Bands on the Beach
Named "Best Vocalist on the Gulf Coast" several times by Gannett and IN News, Holly Shelton continues to delight audiences with her colorful and versatile shows. She will be singing at Bands on the Beach on Tuesday, October 15 from 7-9 p.m. at the Gulfside Pavilion.
10/22/2013
Loaded Goat at Bands on the Beach
Loaded Goat will be playing at Bands on the Beach from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22 at the Gulfside Pavilion.
10/29/2013
Petty Cash at Bands on the Beach
Petty Cash will be rocking at Bands on the Beach from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29 at the Gulfside Pavilion.
11/28/2013
Pensacola Beach Turkey Trot
Feel good about overindulging in Thanksgiving dinner by starting your day with a fun run along Pensacola Beach’s famous white sand beaches.
12/6/2013
Lighted Boat Parade
The sparkling spectacle of decorated vessels parading against a dark December sky delights those watching from the shore or a waterfront Beach business. Children are given light sticks to illuminate the landing site. Dozens of captains compete for prizes as the nautical parade delivers Santa Claus officially to the Island. Children of all ages can whisper into Santa’s ear at his workshop at Bamboo Willie's. 7 p.m. from Little Sabine Bay to Boardwalk. Free.
12/8/2013
Surfing Santa Parade
Delightfully decorated whimsical floats wind their way down the island's main street sharing holiday joy, candy and trinkets with all who care to catch the spirit. Santa oversees the parade from high atop his bright red fire engine which delivers him to the Gulfside Pavillion where children of all ages can speack to him personally. Via de Luna to Casino Beach, 2 p.m.
12/31/2013
New Year's Eve Fireworks
Come out to Pensacola Beach to celebrate the New Year! The dazzling fireworks display begin at midnight from the end of the Gulf Pier.
1/1/2014
Polar Bear Plunge
The emerald waters of Santa Rosa Sound are filled with those hardy souls who wade, swim and scurry to the finish line! Heaping bowls of black-eyed peas wait to warm them. Entry fee benefits the Pensacola Chamber. No charge to cheer! 2 p.m. at Paradise Bar & Grill.