Daily editionFriday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
Community
A local couple plans to build an ice skating rink on 2.5 acres off Woodbine Road in Pace.
They submitted plans to Santa Rosa County and expect the rink to open by the end of 2026 so locals can enjoy hockey, figure skating, and family events.
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Business
Otaku Japanese Cuisine opened on Dec. 24 at 1741 E. Nine Mile Road, replacing the former Nori Japanese Sushi & Grill.
The anime-themed restaurant offers a limited menu with creative dishes + a 10% discount during its soft opening phase.
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Sports
Pensacola-area high school teams will compete in several holiday tournaments from Dec. 27 to Dec. 30, with Gulf Breeze hosting the Innisfree Hotels Beach Basketball Tournament (the only local event) while others travel to Mobile, Gulf Shores, Fort Walton Beach, and beyond.
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Pensacola Events
Huntsville Havoc vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
Saturday, December 27th, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience lively performances and festivities to welcome the New Year.
Mac & Cheese Festival
Saturday, January 17th, 2026 · 12-6 p.m. — Gary's Brewery & Biergarten — Entry fee applies — Indulge in a cheesy extravaganza featuring food trucks, vendors, and fun for the whole family.
Jake Klark Comedy Show
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 · 7-11:59 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy comedy of Jake Klark and friends in a phone-free environment.
Sincere Engineer with The Handsome Scoundrels
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.
Pensacola Wellness Collective
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 · 10 AM – 1 PM — 5eleven Palafox Event Hosting — $30 sliding scale — Experience community-driven wellness through yoga, sound bath, and holistic health activities.
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
Sunday, January 25th, 2026 · 12-3 a.m. — 8 S 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL — Ticket required — Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show where the culprit could be sitting right next to you.