Good morning, Pensacola.

Pensacola’s new Whataburger at Blue Angel Plaza will open at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, at 9510 W.

Highway 98 and offer early customers a chance to win free meals for a year with gift bags while employing 60 locals.

Following no winning ticket in the May 6 draw, the Powerball jackpot has jumped to $47 million (with a $21.1 million cash option) for Saturday's drawing ahead of Mother's Day.

Players can check for winning numbers after 11 p.m. ET on Saturday.

Pensacola celebrated music teacher Keyla Richardson with a festive parade along South Palafox after she advanced to the American Idol Top 3; she now prepares for finals tomorrow as residents embraced her hometown success.

Historic tall ship Elissa arrives at Palafox Pier on May 23-24 for free deck tours and special events including the USCG EAGLE Viewing Party (9-11 a.m.) and a sunset salute.

The vessel, which has visited twice before, returns after 8 years to share its maritime heritage with local visitors.

Pensacola fills its week with events as Friday’s Gallery Night downtown celebrates Festa Italiana and Saturday’s Pickles and Wings Family Festival (with a pickle-eating contest, food trucks and live music) brings family fun at Seville Square.

Enjoy a lively schedule of local concerts and art shows.

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.

Warehouse of Speed Spring Open House Dyno Day

5-10 p.m. — Warehouse of Speed — Limited ticketing — Experience thrilling dyno pulls, enjoy food, and tour the shop showcasing impressive car builds.

TK Soul Live Concert

7-11:30 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of Southern Soul music with TK Soul this Memorial Weekend.

ACHE Northwest Florida Symposium

11 AM – 3 PM — Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola — Discounted entry with lunch served — Network and learn with healthcare executives at this informative symposium.

Pensacola Comedy's Stand-up

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Genie's Coffee Shop — Free entry — Bring friends for laughs with comedy based on your suggestions, accompanied by coffee drinks and delicious food.

Free Outdoor Yoga Classes at Bayview Park

9:30 – 10:30 AM — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating hour of yoga in the fresh air, led by certified instructors.

IHMC 2026 Summer Robotics Camp for Rising 8th Graders

9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. — Institute for Human and Machine Cognition — $245, financial aid available — Dive into coding and robotics with hands-on STEM challenges.

Pensacola International Billfish Tournament

June 9-14 — Palafox Pier Yacht Harbor Marina — Registration required — A family-friendly billfish tournament blending competitive fishing with lively community celebrations.