Good morning, Pensacola.

At Hadji Shrine on Saturday afternoon, cooks in Pensacola hosted a Cajun shootout and steak cookoff that raised funds for the Shriners healthcare network while national competitors and local Sheriff Chip Simmons joined the tasting of gumbo and grilled steaks.

Green Acres Rescue held its 2nd Annual Dog Adoption Festival, A New Leash on Life, on Sunday at the Escambia County Equestrian Center where rescues from Northwest Florida and lower Alabama gathered with food trucks, vendors, and raffles to help dogs find homes.

Organizers said the event aimed to ease shelter overcrowding, hoping to exceed last year’s 32 adoptions by reaching 50 this year.

On Saturday, September 6 at 12:24 p.m., firefighters fought a mobile home fire at the 3200 block of Bob Tolbert Road in Holley—flames spread to a nearby house and one home collapsed as two firefighters became overheated, with one treated at urgent care while crews worked to control the blaze.

Cordova Mall added several new stores as national and local brands began opening earlier this year—bringing more shopping options to the area.

Ard's Cricket Ranch was a quirky bait shop and bar on Lynch Street where locals enjoyed live crickets for fishing and free beers—founded by Kathy Ard in 1968 and later closed, it remains a memorable part of Pensacola's unique culture.

A new guide helps Pensacola parents learn teen dating terms like 'talking stage' and 'ghosting' so they can better understand modern relationships.

The guide advises parents to set clear expectations and keep open talks about respect and healthy boundaries – key steps for helping teens navigate love.

Eazybaked Music Event

7-8:30 p.m. — Laguna's Beach Bar + Grill — Entry details TBA — Catch EAZYBAKED and friends bringing the beats to Pensacola Beach!

Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums live with the Black Jacket Symphony’s Yacht Rock tribute.

Gary Allan Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of country roots and rock and roll from Gary Allan.

Gulf Coast Summer Fest

1-2:30 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Ticket required — Experience the sensational guitar stylings of Blake Aaron, a contemporary jazz gem.

Gulf Coast Summer Fest - Sunday

1-2:30 p.m. — Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center — Check the website for ticket prices — Experience the genius of guitarist Blake Aaron as he hits the Contemporary Jazz scene.

Rose Bud Ramblers Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Moonshine Saloon — Ticketed event — Enjoy the heartfelt sounds of traditional country and honky-tonk music from the Rose Bud Ramblers.

Pensacola Oktoberfest 2025

4-10 p.m. — Garden & Grain — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at the ultimate bar crawl experience.

Pensacola Seafood Festival

5-11 PM — Seville Square — Free entry — Savor delicious seafood and enjoy live music in historic downtown Pensacola.

Enthronement Concert

6-9 p.m. — Handlebar — Cover charge applies — Rock out with Pensacola's local trio as they unveil their latest creations.

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

5-6:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Make music with Blippi and friends in a lively live performance for kids.