Year round fun on the beach!
The beach is the setting for a calendar of events full of diverse and inviting things to do: from the Pensacola Beach Air Show, to Bands On The Beach live concerts every Tuesday night at the Gulfside Pavilion, to signature sporting events and festivals like the Crawfish Festival, Taste of the Beach and Art & Wine Festival. There’s always something going on, so check out our full calendar of events below.
JANUARY
POLAR BEAR PLUNGE
New Year’s Day, January 1, 2027, 2 p.m. Brave the cold and start the New Year with a dip in the Sound.
SNOWBIRDS BEACH BASH
January 21, 2027. This popular annual gathering is the perfect opportunity for seasonal residents and vacationers to connect with fellow snowbirds, enjoy good company, and stay up to date on everything happening on beautiful Pensacola Beach. Festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. with a classic shrimp boil, generously sponsored by Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon, along with specialty drink offerings from Bamboo Willies. The event concludes at 5:00 p.m., making it an easy and enjoyable afternoon outing. Admission is just $5 per person, with proceeds benefiting the Pensacola Beach Jr. Lifeguard Program.
KIDS AND KRITTERS PARADE
january 23, 2027, 2 p.m. The twelfth annual Kids and Kritters Parade will take place in the Casino Beach parking lot across from Sidelines on Pensacola Beach.
FEBRUARY
KREWE OF WRECKS MARDI GRAS PARADE
February 7, 2027. The parade rolls at 2 p.m. from Via de Luna and Avenida 10 to the Gulfside Pavilion. The Krewe of Wrecks parade features approximately 50 units, oversized floats with generous riders, marching units and Wrecks royalty.
DOUBLE BRIDGE RUN
February 13, 2027. Pensacola Sports Association presents the Double Bridge run.
MARCH
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
March – TBD. Cinemas in the Sand runs March through October on select Friday nights, starting at sunset, from the Gulfside Pavilion stage on Casino Beach. This beloved tradition invites locals and visitors alike to gather under the stars, feel the sand between their toes, and enjoy timeless movie classics against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf of America.
GO IRISH ON THE ISLAND!
TBD
APRIL
BANDS ON THE BEACH
April 2027 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- April 6 – TBD
- April 13 – TBD
- April 20 – TBD
- April 27 – TBD
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
April – TBD. Cinemas in the Sand runs March through October on select Friday nights, starting at sunset, from the Gulfside Pavilion stage on Casino Beach. This beloved tradition invites locals and visitors alike to gather under the stars, feel the sand between their toes, and enjoy timeless movie classics against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf of America.
MAY
BANDS ON THE BEACH
May 2027 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- May 4 – TBD
- May 11 – TBD
- May 18 – TBD
- May 25 – TBD
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
May – TBD. Cinemas in the Sand runs March through October on select Friday nights, starting at sunset, from the Gulfside Pavilion stage on Casino Beach. This beloved tradition invites locals and visitors alike to gather under the stars, feel the sand between their toes, and enjoy timeless movie classics against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf of America.
ART & WINE FEST
Due to inclement weather, Art & Wine Fest has been rescheduled to Sunday, May 17th, from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy a Sunday afternoon sipping wine and browsing artwork on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
JUNE
BANDS ON THE BEACH
June 2027 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- June 1 – TBD
- June 8 – TBD
- June 15 – TBD
- June 22 – TBD
- June 29 – TBD
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
June – TBD. Cinemas in the Sand runs March through October on select Friday nights, starting at sunset, from the Gulfside Pavilion stage on Casino Beach. This beloved tradition invites locals and visitors alike to gather under the stars, feel the sand between their toes, and enjoy timeless movie classics against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf of America.
SOUNDS OF SUMMER
Friday and Saturday evenings, 6 to 8 p.m. Relax while listening to saxophonist Jacoby Curry as he serenades the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk from the Quietwater Beach Shell. Jacob will perform every Friday and Saturday night in June from 6 to 8 p.m., weather permitting.
SEA TURTLE BABY SHOWER
June 6th, 9 am to Noon. The 2026 Sea Turtle Baby Shower on Pensacola Beach is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Gulfside Pavilion on Casino Beach. Hosted by Gulf Coast Turtle Watch, Inc., this free community event features educational games, activities for kids and adults, and music to celebrate the start of nesting season.
JULY
SOUNDS OF SUMMER
Friday and Saturday evenings, 6 to 8 p.m. Relax while listening to saxophonist Jacoby Curry as he serenades the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk from the Quietwater Beach Shell. Except for July 16 & 17, Jacob will perform every Friday and Saturday night in July from 6 to 8 p.m., weather permitting.
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
July 4, 2027. Soundside 9:00 p.m. Celebrate your independence with fireworks on the sound side of the Island.
BANDS ON THE BEACH
July 2027 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- July 6 – TBD
- July 13 – TBD
- July 20 – TBD
- July 27 – TBD
PENSACOLA BEACH AIR SHOW
July 14-17, 2026. It’s all eyes to the skies as the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration team, the Blue Angels, civilian and other military aircraft perform acrobatics over the Gulf of America. The Pensacola Beach Air Show presented by the Santa Rosa Island Authority. Complete Air Show details
AUGUST
BANDS ON THE BEACH
August 2026 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- August 4 – The New Cahoots
- August 11 – 9th Avenue Brass Band
- August 18 – Paperchase
- August 25 – Mass Kunfuzion
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
August 14, 2026 – Goat. This animated comedy centers on an underestimated farm goat who dreams of becoming a hero. When circumstances push him into an unexpected adventure, he proves that bravery, heart, and determination matter far more than size or reputation, delivering laughs and inspiration along the way.
SEPTEMBER
BANDS ON THE BEACH
September 2026 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- September 1 – Not Quite Fab
- September 8 – Pistol Pearl & The Wester Band
- September 15 – Count the Years
- September 22 – Knee Deep Band
- September 29 – Float Like a Buffalo
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
September 11, 2026 – Hoppers. In Pixar’s inventive comedy adventure, technology allows humans to temporarily inhabit robotic animal bodies, opening the door to exciting discoveries, and plenty of chaos. When one curious character pushes the limits of the system, the result is a wild, funny, and heartfelt exploration of empathy, identity, and seeing the world through someone else’s perspective.
OCTOBER
BANDS ON THE BEACH
October 2026 Band Lineup Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Complete Bands & Dates listing
- October 6 – The Astronauts
- October 13 – SheAndThelts
- October 20 – The Oliver’s Twist
- October 27 – Horseshoe Kitty
BEACH-O-WEEN
October 16, 2026. Bring the family out to the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk to enjoy a free night of fun! 4 pm – 8 pm. Costume contest, games, face painting, candy, hot dogs, and more.
CINEMAS IN THE SAND
October 23, 2026 – Toy Story 5. Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the beloved toy gang return for another heartfelt chapter in Pixar’s iconic series. As children grow and technology evolves, the toys face new challenges that test their friendships and purpose, reminding audiences of all ages about loyalty, change, and what it truly means to be there for one another.
TASTE OF THE BEACH
October 29 – November 1, 2026. Pensacola Beach’s biggest culinary event starts with a Sunset Cruise on Thursday night, a VIP Trolley Dinner on Friday night, followed by Saturday’s daylong event at Casino Beach filled with cooking demonstrations, challenges and food tastings from more than a dozen beach restaurants, and lastly a Sunday Trolley Brunch.
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
December 4, 2026, 6:30 p.m. View the Lighted Boat Parade procession, starting from Sabine Marina in Little Sabine Bay to the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk on the Santa Rosa Sound. Look for Santa on the lead boat and then join him for meet and greet to follow on the boardwalk by 8 p.m.
SURFING SANTA BEACH PARADE
December 6, 2026. Thousands of children, parents and other spectators make their way to Pensacola Beach on Sunday to see Santa Claus making his way down Via De Luna Drive at the annual Surfing Santa Beach Parade. Starting at 2 p.m. from Avenida 10, the parade will make its way down Via De Luna toward Casino Beach and end at the Gulfside Pavilion.
NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS
December 31, 2026, Midnight. Keep your eyes focused on the Pensacola Beach skies this New Year’s Eve for a free firework displays along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. At midnight a dazzling light display, provided by the beach chamber, will take place overlooking the Santa Rosa Sound from the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.