Good morning, Pensacola.

The Landrum 5K Run/Walk will take place on Oct.

11 at 8 a.m. from the Landrum office on E. Garden Street in downtown Pensacola to raise funds for Lakeview Center, which offers mental health, substance use, and intellectual disability services. Early-bird registration is $45 until Oct. 4—refreshments and prizes will be provided to top finishers.

Pensacola Eggfest will feature cook teams led by Chef Matthew Brown and Melinda from River Woods Ranch as they showcase Cracker Cows beef on November 16 at Hadji Temple+ a pop-up tasting at The Farm of Pensacola is set for October 5 to help teams prepare and raise money for local charities.

The Santa Rosa Island Authority asked Pensacola Beach visitors to keep the skies clear during the Blue Angels Sunday Beach Buzzes—kites and drones can endanger pilots and beachgoers.

In July, embattled surgeon Ben Brown sold his Gulf Breeze home for $2.4 million, leaving the new owner with an illegal pool enclosure that a zoning board approved by a 7—2 vote pending County Commission approval; Brown faces manslaughter charges for his wife's death.

A Drag Queen Christmas show, an adults-only event from a nationwide tour, will perform two days before Christmas at Pensacola’s city-owned Saenger Theatre — drawing strong community debate over its portrayal of Christian traditions.

Councilman Jared Moore said the theatre’s management does not require council approval & warned that canceling the show would lead to litigation.

On Thursday, Pensacola City Council met to hear protests by more than a dozen residents who urged cancelling a Christmas-themed drag show at the city-owned Saenger Theatre while expressing concerns over its offensive content.

City Attorney Adam Cobb warned that canceling the event would expose the city to legal risks—citing contractual and constitutional protections—that prevented any immediate cancellation.

On September 10, the Escambia Children’s Trust board chose a rollback millage rate of 0.03798 mills to lower taxes for children programs after a heated debate over spending priorities.

Community members later questioned high administrative costs and the lack of discussion on a nearly 65K check from Pensacola Little Theatre while the trust has asked the auditor general to review the issues.

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.

JAMES ADKINS: RadioLive Performance

12-4 p.m. — Radio Live! — Free entry — Experience an intimate live performance in a cozy downtown venue with exceptional acoustics.

Afterdusk Live at The Handlebar

7-11 p.m. — The Handlebar — Ticket info unavailable — Experience live music with Afterdusk and local acts in a vibrant atmosphere.