Art and Wine Weekend at Pensacola Beach

With a stroke of a brush and a pop of a cork, Pensacola Beach will transform into an artist's village for the second annual Art and Wine Weekend. Boasting more than 40 painters, potters and creative types of all sorts, the event will showcase artists throughout the weekend while patrons watch art demonstrations, shop and sample wines from across the globe.

Hop on the free "Art and Wine Express" trolley and indulge yourself on our island.

Art & Wine Weekend 2009 Lodging Deals:

• Barrons Realty Group - Stay two nights and enjoy the third night free; valid Oct. 3-4, (866) 934-2588.
• JME Vacations - South Harbor, Emerald Isle, Beach Club - 20 percent off published rates; valid Sept. 26-Oct. 10, (800) 554-3695. Not valid with any other promotions or discounts.
• Pointe South - Enjoy four nights for the price of three; valid Oct. 3-4, (800) 598-1888.
• Portofino Island - Fall & Winter special, two-bedroom condo for two nights, $500 plus tax. Includes amenities such as free golf and deep-sea fishing. Valid until March 1, 2010. (866) 976-9597.
• Southern Resorts - Portofino two-bedroom special, $115 per night; valid Oct. 2-5, (866) 643-0137.

For more information about Pensacola Beach, other special deals and a full calendar of events, go to VisitPensacolaBeach.com.