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Children's Home Society of Florida will host the 21st Annual Soundside Splendor at Portofino Island Resort on May 3.

The event will feature curated culinary experiences, live music, and auctions — all to bolster programs for local children and families.

Pensacola International Airport will host the Wiregrass Honor Flight to honor WWII, Vietnam, and Korean War veterans.

The group departs at 11:05 a.m. on Thursday, Apr. 23 for Washington, D.C. and returns on Friday, Apr. 24 with a welcome home celebration featuring a flag line and water cannon salute.

Lauren’s Kids Foundation invites Pensacola residents to join the Walk in My Shoes event today at Gulf Coast Kids House (8:00 a.m. registration and 9:00 a.m. walk) with a 3-mile route and an option to extend 7 miles to Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center Park, plus Uber for return.

Pensacola native Keyla Richardson impressed judges on American Idol with a 'Circle of Life' rendition during Monday's Disney Night (her performance helped secure her spot in the Top 7) and contestants will perform Taylor Swift songs on Monday, Apr.

27 at 7 p.m. CT in the next episode.

Pensacola native Keyla Richardson advanced to American Idol's Top 7 after singing 'Circle of Life' on Disney Night on April 20* Her next performance featuring Taylor Swift songs is set for Monday, Apr.

27.

Pensacola's Keyla Richardson advanced to the top 7 on American Idol after her strong performance of 'Circle of Life' during Monday night's Disney Night.

The upcoming episode will feature Taylor Swift Week when viewers will help choose the top five contestants.

The University of West Florida Board of Trustees voted at a special meeting on April 2 to move the athletics program to NCAA Division I, authorizing a three-year reclassification starting fall and full postseason eligibility in fall 2029+ The change is part of a broader plan that leverages enrollment growth and new campus facilities.

UWF’s Day of Giving raised $278K from 1,078 donors — beating its goal by over $100K.

Donations from all 50 states will help fund scholarships, academic programs, student experiences, and the university’s move to higher-level sports.

Governor DeSantis postponed releasing a redistricting map and scheduled a special session next week to address redistricting, medical freedom, and AI; Pensacola Rep. Alex Andrade said skipping active census participation plus calling the session too soon has weakened Florida’s redistricting plan, with senators likely to resist his proposals.

Pace flag football advanced to the district final after beating Gulf Breeze on April 22 and will play for the title in Niceville on April 23 at 6 p.m. Meanwhile, three tennis teams, Gulf Breeze boys and Pensacola Catholic boys and girls, reached regional finals.

Candlelight Concert: The Soundtrack of the 60's

6:00-7:15 p.m. — First United Methodist Church — Tickets required — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles performed live under candlelight.

Pensacola Tattoo Expo 2026

11 a.m. — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Entrance fee required — Experience live tattooing from over 100 talented artists and participate in exciting raffle giveaways.

BRNCHLLA on the Beach

3-8 p.m. — Gulfside Pavilion — $25 General Admission — Celebrate spring with music, delicious food, and beach games at this vibrant margarita brunch party.

Free Yoga at Bayview Park

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing outdoor yoga session with certified instructors in a beautiful park setting.

Anime Town Pensacola 2026

May 8-10 — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things anime with celebrity guests, panels, and an after-hours prom.

Sal Vulcano Live Show

6-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — $45-$53 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Sal Vulcano at the beautiful Saenger Theatre.