Good morning, Pensacola.

Market manager Sandy Veilleux said The Farm has launched a pilot produce voucher program that gives qualified Pensacola shoppers four $5 vouchers for Florida-grown fruits and vegetables.

Shoppers can visit the busy market on Mobile Highway Thursday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Momentum Church’s Pensacola Campus is hosting Christmas for a Cause, a free concert event with live music, food trucks, and festive holiday activities on Friday, Dec.

12 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Guests are encouraged to bring donations to support those experiencing homelessness.)

The Blue Angels (the nation's famed aerobatic team) confirmed a 2026 schedule for two local air shows at the International Council of Air Shows meeting; the Pensacola Beach Air Show is set for July 18 and the Homecoming Air Show for Nov.

6 and 7 at the Naval Air Station.

Buffalo Wild Wings will begin construction of its second Santa Rosa County restaurant at 4653 U.S. Highway 90 in Pace this week.

The opening date remains undetermined as the new restaurant adds to growing dining options in the area.

The 43rd annual Cox Pensacola Christmas Parade (featuring over 50 floats, 42 Krewes and the Blue Angels) will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Dec.

13 in downtown Pensacola and include a 1.2 mile dash plus road closures on Tarragona, DeVilliers and Main Streets.

Escambia County’s new Myrtle Grove Elementary School now offers 27 classrooms with modern technology and preserved historic features such as a mural wall and repurposed elements from the original building.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for January and Phase II upgrades will begin in March * on Lillian Highway.

The University of West Florida received reaffirmation of accreditation by SACSCOC and will continue awarding associate, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist and doctoral degrees until 2035.

Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. said the decision confirms that UWF maintains high educational standards.

Lakeview Center in Pensacola received a $567K grant from Covenant Care Foundation to keep essential psychiatric care available for about 2,772 uninsured adults (supporting three nurse practitioners to deliver over 9,000 treatments annually).

Pensacola Children's Chorus Concert

6:30 – 8:00 PM — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticketed event — Experience an enchanting evening with talented young vocalists showcasing their musical artistry.

Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Pensacola

4-9 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Tickets required — Wear your ugliest holiday sweater for a festive evening filled with games, contests, and cheer.

Paws for the Clause - Ugly Sweater Pup Paw-ty

2-6 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — Free entry — Celebrate the season with your pups in festive ugly sweaters and enjoy a day of fun, treats, and community cheer.

Steps to Success Holiday Social

6-8 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate 9 years of community impact with networking, live music, and family fun.

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

6:30-7:30 p.m. — First United Methodist Church — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by the Palafox String Quartet by candlelight.

Huntsville Havoc vs Pensacola Ice Flyers

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Stream available on FloHockey — Enjoy an exciting hockey match as the Havoc face off against the Ice Flyers.

Christmastime Boards & Brews Charcuterie Workshop

2-6 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — $75 per person — Create a festive charcuterie board while enjoying local craft brews for the holiday season.

Ice Flyers Christmas Match

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with thrilling Ice Flyers hockey action against the Birmingham Bulls.

Huntsville Havoc vs Pensacola Ice Flyers

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — $12 for veterans and active military — Celebrate the bravery of our servicemen and women with discounted tickets for military personnel.

New Year Celebration at Saenger Theatre

6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience lively performances and festivities to welcome the New Year.