Good morning, Pensacola.

The Flora-Bama Make It To The Line Run/Walk took place on Saturday, Dec.

27 along Alabama and Florida as proceeds helped the Secret Santa program aid local families in need. Nine-year-old Zayden Bice was the first one-mile finisher (6 minutes 12 sec).

Pensacola hosts festive New Year’s and Mardi Gras celebrations (with Monday Night Blues at Seville Quarter on Dec.

29, New Year’s events with fireworks on Dec. 31, a Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1, and Mardi Gras 12th Night on Jan. 3) as the community welcomes 2026.

Authors of 'And Tango Makes Three' challenged the Escambia County School Board's removal of the book from library shelves by filing a brief in the 11th Circuit (Atlanta-based), arguing the decision is unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination; the board must file its own brief by Feb. 17.

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.

Mac & Cheese Festival

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

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

7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.

Grown-Up Book Fair at Odd Colony

11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Odd Colony Brewing Company — Free entry — Relive childhood nostalgia with books, local authors, and delicious treats while sipping a refreshing beverage.

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

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.