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Featured Events
Pensacola Museum of Art 70th Anniversary
The PMA is turning 70 and celebrating with an exhibition and a host of events, including a Halloween Block Party 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. Enjoy free admission to the museum, located at 407 S. Jefferson St., Friday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 10. A curator presentation commemorating 70 years of the museum is 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The Permanent Collection Exhibition Gala is 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the museum. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased at pensacolamuseum.org.
The Blue Trees
University of West Florida Historic Trust presents environmental installation artist Konstantin Dimopoulos with his exhibit called “The Blue Trees: Environmental Installation.” Trees along Zaragoza Street and Tarragona Street will be transformed as part of the installation which will be on view Nov. 1-9. The public is invited to participate in installation events Nov. 1-2 and 4-5 with sessions from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. Fill out an interest form found in the Foo Foo Fest calendar to participate. More details at historicpensacola.org/plan-your-visit/calendar-of-events/blue-trees.
Pensacola Through the Camera
The Wide Angle Club presents “Pensacola Through the Camera,” a lecture series about the city’s history and how photography has captured it. The lectures will take place 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2 at Voices of Pensacola, 117 E. Government St. You can also view the Power of Photography exhibit in the building Nov. 1-3. Details at wideanglephotoclub.org.
Eclectic Fidelities
This joint exhibition from Pensacola State College’s Visual Arts Department and Performing Arts features artwork and performances about women in the arts. Rachel Livedalen, Associate Professor of Printmaking at Texas Christian University, will be exhibiting paintings, prints and drawings through Dec. 13. An artist lecture and reception begins 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts, 1000 College Blvd. Livedalen will also host a workshop 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 and Thursday, Nov. 7. For more information, visit visualarts.pensacolastate.edu.
Lizzie: The Musical
PenArts will debut this gothic rock musical about the cult pop culture figure Lizzie Borden. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5-9 at The Gordon Community Art Center, 306 N. DeVilliers St. Tickets are available at penarts.org.
The Living Museum: A Trip through Pensacola’s History
Fiesta Pensacola presents this interactive experience that tells Pensacola’s story through the diverse residents who lived it. And it all starts in 1559 with the discovery of Pensacola by Don Tristan de Luna. The event is 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Pensacola Museum of History, 330 Jefferson St. Details at fiestapensacola.org.
Carmen: The Traveler
Pensacola Opera presents the world premiere of “Carmen: The Traveler,” a newly adapted, abridged and re-orchestrated version of Bizet’s libretto set in 1930s Seville about the downfall of a soldier who falls for a fiery woman named Carmen. Showtime is 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Tickets are $75 and include pre-show activities that begin at 5:30 p.m. Purchase tickets at pensacolaopera.com.
Voctave: The Corner of Broadway & Main Street
The Choral Society of Pensacola presents this Central Florida-based a cappella group performing familiar tunes from Broadway musicals, Disney favorites and more. The ensemble will perform 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at First Baptist Church, 500 N. Palafox St. Tickets are $25 and available online at choralsocietyofpensacola.org.
HizashiCon
The Japan American Society of Northwest Florida presents the HizashiCon Anime Festival celebrating anime, manga, video games and music. The convention is all day Saturday, Nov. 9 at First United Methodist Church’s Wright Place, 6 E. Wright St. Tickets can be purchased at animepensacola.com/passes.
Joyful Noise! Gospel Celebration
This three-day event includes a private workshop for k-8 students and Sunday gospel brunch (sold out). The main event is the gospel competition, 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at Pensacola High School auditorium, 500 W. Maxwell St. The competition will also feature a performance from New York City-based gospel choir Sing Harlem. The competition is free and open to the public. For details, visit wsre.org/events/joyfulnoise.
Night Moves Fest
The alternative/indie music festival is back with 2024 headliners Silversun Pickups, Alvvays and Beach Fossils. Gates open 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. The festival is at Hunter Amphitheater at Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St. General admission starts at $49.99 with VIP packages available. Free entrance for children under 10 years old. For more information, visit nightmovesfest.com.
Jazz for Justice
This annual jazz festival benefits Legal Services of Northwest Florida, and features headliners Kermit Ruffins, Flow Tribe and 9th Avenue Brass Band 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at Pensacola’s Museum Plaza, 300 S. Tarragona St. Admission is free with VIP experiences available including catered food and bar. Details available at jazz.lsnf.org.
Night on the Tracks
309 Punk Project’s regular event highlights the arts and culture of the railroad tracks and the neighborhood around it with a street parade, live music, film screenings, vendor market and more. Event begins at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Visit facebook.com/309punkproject for details.
Friend of Foo Events
Quayside Gallery Scavenger Hunt
Visit Quayside Gallery at 17 Zaragoza St. for a list of questions you can answer through clues in the gallery. The scavenger hunt will be available through the duration of Foo Foo Fest.
Pensacola Back to the Future: Time Travel Adventure and Scavenger Hunt
Take part in this walking tour to learn more about Pensacola. Tours are available daily through Nov. 11. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at pensacolaghostevents.com/tickets-tours-tolleys-hunts.
Pensacola Amazing Race: Tour and Scavenger Hunt
A blend of art, history and entertainment. Tours are available through Nov. 11. Tickets are $30 and available at pensacolaghostevents.com/tickets-tours-tolleys-hunts.
Spirits of Seville Quarter Ghost Tour and Luncheon
Explore Seville Quarter with this spooky tour available Oct. 31, Nov. 3, 5, 7 and 10 at Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Times vary. A Halloween trolley tour is also available 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 that starts at Seville Quarter and goes through downtown. Tickets available at pensacolaghostevents.com.
Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show
One of the largest events, the Blue Angels homecoming show is Nov. 1-2 with gates opening at 8 a.m. Location is NAS Pensacola, 280 Skyhawk Dr. The air show is free and open to the public. Paid seating is also available to purchase at event.attendstar.com.
Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival
The three-day art festival features more than 200 artists and artisans taking over Seville Square Nov. 1-3. The festival is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, and Sunday, Nov. 3. Admission is free. Check out the mainstage for live music. Details at ggaf.org.
Pensacola Mural Fest
Artists will paint the town during Pensacola Mural Fest 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at various locations. Details at pensacolamuralfest.com.
Stella Chalice Painting
Paint your own Stella Artois chalice at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2. Event is free while supplies last. Must be 21 or over to participate.
American Style: Copland, Stephenson & Bernstein
Pensacola Symphony Orchestra showcases American composers. Show is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Tickets and information available at pensacolasaenger.com. Watch the dress rehearsal at 1:30 p.m. with tickets at $10. Dress rehearsal tickets available at pensacolasymphony.com.
SEC Soccer Tournament
The 2024 SEC Soccer Tournament will be played in Pensacola from November 3-10 with the top 10 teams competing for the championship title. Games take place at Brosnaham Sports Complex, 10370 Ashton Brosnaham Dr. Tickets available at pensacolasports.org/sec-soccer-tournament.
Community Reception with International Leaders in STEM
Join seven STEM leaders from Sri Lanka, Niue, Mexico, Malaysia, Latvia, India and Canada at a reception to highlight their work, which ranges from electronic cybernetics engineering to promoting STEM education for young girls. Event is 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at Pensacola MESS Hall, 418 E. Wright St. Event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is requested. Register online at pensacolamesshall.org.
Comedy Themed Speakeasy Open Mic
Sir Richard’s open mic comedy is getting a speakeasy makeover 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Sir Richard’s, located at 2719 E. Cervantes St. Details at sirrichardslounge.com.
Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival
Listen to the songs you love by the people who wrote them with one of the oldest songwriter festivals. Nearly 200 songwriters will be performing at various venues around the Pensacola area Nov. 7-11. For a full festival lineup, visit frankbrownsongwriters.com.
Atlas Beverage Class with Nosotros Tequila
Sip and savor selected beverages paired with appetizers 5 and 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. Tickets are $30. Reservations are required. Make yours by calling (850) 287-0200 or email taylor@goodgrits.com.
Italian Cooking Class at The Loft
Learn to create your own Italian culinary masterpiece with Chef Laura at The Loft, 2 E. Intendencia St., 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Tickets are $130 which includes the cooking class, meal and discounts at Rusted Arrow. Tickets available at rustedarrowmercantile.com/events.
Foo Foo T-Shirt Tie Dye
Bring your Foo Foo shirt to get tie dyed at Sir Richards’s 2719 E. Cervantes St., 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Event is free with all materials provided.
BTB Comedy at Odd Colony
Comedy show hosted by Delisia Nicholas and Olivia Searcy with live portrait drawing by Carter J. Show is 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at Odd Colony, 260 N. Palafox St. Tickets are $10 and available on Eventbrite.
Pensacola Arts Market
Check out local arts at the Pensacola Arts Market 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at Cordova Square. Details available at facebook.com/pensacolaartsmarket.
Bourbon, Bacon & Cigars
Try rare bourbons and brews complemented by cigars and bacon 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 at O’Riley’s Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. Tickets are $35-$70 and available at orileyspub.com.
Pieces Adrift Art Show
Enjoy art from recycled materials at this annual art show hosted by Keep Pensacola Beautiful. The art exhibition is 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 at First City Arts Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. No ticket required to see the show.
Pensacola Egg Fest
Taste BBQ from local chefs and wannabe chefs 12 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Hadji Temple, 800 W. Nine Mile Road. Tickets available at pensacolaeggfest.com.
Pensacola Early Music Consort Fall Festival
Be transported back in time with this Renaissance-era music featuring the country’s first sub-sub great bass recorder. The concert is 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 4600 N. Ninth Ave. No ticket is required for this event.
Artists for Asheville
Support artists affected by Hurricane Helene with this art auction, raffle and sale 4-8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at Coastal County Brewing, 3041 E. Olive Road. Details at facebook.com/coastalcounty.
Broadway Dance Party
Live out your Broadway dreams with this sing-a-long and lyric battle 5:30-8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Go in costume for a chance to win the contest. Tickets are $25-$40 and available at centerstagejukebox.com.