Daily
Pensacola
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 25, a large crowd gathered on Perdido Key for Flora-Bama's annual Mullet Toss where families from Atlanta + Houston took turns throwing fish that flew across the sands while volunteers measured each throw. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola Plantapalooza will take place on May 3 at Gary's Brewery & Biergarten and is expected to draw thousands as over 50 vendors offer indoor, outdoor, tropical and rare plants along with handmade pots and natural items, while local food trucks serve food. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 40th annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival kicked off Friday as locals and visitors gathered to enjoy large crawfish while vendors prepared for a busy weekend. Jeff and Cindy Alleman traveled from Louisiana to try the local flavors and Jack Heaney from Cordova Crawfish said vendors plan to cook 16 to 18 hundred pounds per hour at peak times. FOX 10
- ➤ Pensacola bars and restaurants will host Cinco de Mayo celebrations on Monday, May 5—with festivities starting on May 2 that include food and drink specials, games, live music, and unique margarita deals. Check local venues for details on events planned across the city. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The City of Pensacola invites residents, artists, and business owners to shape a new Artist in Residence program at a public listening session on May 12 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall (Hagler-Mason Conference Room at 222 W. Main St.) as the city works with Daniela de Castro Studio to boost local arts (the program will later offer selected artists dedicated space and resources). Rick's Blog
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Juniors at West Florida High School in Pensacola learned hands-only CPR and AED use from HCA West Florida Hospital pediatric cardiologist Dr. Alex Arevalo on April 23—students practiced chest compressions and proper AED techniques during their class. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County lost over $14 million in Triumph Gulf Coast funds for infrastructure at OLF 8 because the county plans to sell the 540-acre property to a private developer — a decision that made it ineligible for public funding. Negotiations with potential buyers like Tri-W Development and Beulah Town Center are continuing — officials hope to secure the right partner soon. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola is gearing up for the Kentucky Derby with over a dozen parties featuring big hats and bourbon as bars plan themed watch events—today at The Pointe Gulf Breeze from noon to 6 p.m. and on May 3 with a live broadcast of the race at 5:57 p.m. CT at Churchill Downs with contests and drink specials. Pensacola News Journal
-
2025 Pensacola Tattoo Expo
11 AM - 11 PM — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Entrance pass required — Immerse yourself in the artistry with live tattooing from award-winning artists and exciting raffle giveaways.
-
Mimosa Derby Day Party
3-8 p.m. — Emerald Republic Brewing — Pricing varies — Experience the festive elegance of the Kentucky Derby with mimosas, VIP options, and live music.
-
Mad Scientist Jenn: A Food Science Interactive Show! Star Wars Edition
2:00 – 3:30 PM — A Sweet Party — All ages welcome — Experience a glow-in-the-dark food science adventure with a Star Wars theme and exciting experiments.
-
U.S. Open Local Qualifying
18 holes — Pensacola Country Club — Entry fee required — Compete for a chance to qualify for the prestigious U.S. Open.
-
Hot Glass Cold Brew: Summer Fest
5-9 p.m. — First City Art Center — $30 members/$40 non-members — Kickoff summer with crafts, food trucks, and live glass art demonstrations.
-
Spring Bling Festival
12-7 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Free entry — Enjoy an exciting day of 2000s music and vibrant vibes with local DJs and delicious cookout favorites.
-
Rise Up Lights Concert
6-10 p.m. — Handlebar — Check the local alt scene with an energetic performance by the diverse talent of Rise Up Lights.
-
Open House for Distinctive Custom-Built Home
11 AM - 1 PM — 1887 Brenda Ave, Pensacola, FL — Free entry — Explore a stunning 4-bedroom home with a screened-in pool, perfect for family gatherings.
-
Brit Floyd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $149 — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Brit Floyd in a lively Pensacola setting.
-
Bands on the Bayou FREE concert
Join Bands on the Bayou for the first free, outdoor concert of our series! Local band Nobius will perform on the patio of the beautiful Bayview Park in East Hill; food vendors and family fun will make this a magical night of music!
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right.
~ Henry Ford
About Daily Pensacola
Daily Pensacola is a community newsletter sharing current events in Pensacola, Florida. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Pensacola community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Pensacola, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Pensacola.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Pensacola and across Florida. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Pensacola community.
We help people in Pensacola save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Pensacola, about Pensacola, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Pensacola
A free Pensacola community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Daily Pensacola. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailypensacola.com/sitemap