What’s Happening in Pensacola This August
August in Pensacola is summer’s final act—and it doesn’t go quietly. As summer sprints toward the finish line, the calendar fills with movies under the stars, live music that demands a dance break, and mouthwatering meals worth every delicious bite. If your vacation plans involve a beach chair, a cold drink, and a lineup of fun, you’re in the right place. Here’s your go-to list of what’s hot in Pensacola this August.
Dog Run Club at Perfect Plain Brewery
August 4, 11, 18, 25
Start your week with a brisk jog around downtown alongside your four-legged best friend. Each run kicks off at 6 PM and wraps up with beer deals and chips & salsa at El Camino Tacos.
Bands on the Beach
August 5, 12, 19, 26
Live music, sea breezes, and toes in the sand? Yes, please. Head to the Gulfside Pavilion every Tuesday at 7 PM for beachside tunes from Vibe Irie, Yard Lights, String Farm, and Shenanigans.
National Oyster Day with Red Fish Blue Fish
August 6
Celebrate the mighty oyster with $25 oysters and champagne, plus a Vertical Oyster Gardening workshop hosted by OSRP. Entry is free. More event details coming soon!
Cinemas in the Sand: Shrek
August 8
Your favorite green ogre hits the big screen on Casino Beach at sunset. It’s free, it’s funny, and it’s the perfect way to spend a Friday night with the whole crew.
Full Moon Glow Paddle
August 9
Crystal-clear kayaks + moonlight + glowing water = a night to remember. Paddle out for a peaceful, illuminated adventure on the Sound.
Blue Wahoos Spirit Night with ECWR
August 14
Head to the ballpark and support the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge just by buying a ticket through their link. There’ll be raffle prizes, animal encounters, and a chance to meet one very photogenic ambassador.
Blind Melon at Vinyl Music Hall
August 15
Nostalgia meets guitar riffs as Blind Melon brings their 90s alt-rock sound to downtown Pensacola. Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8.
Blue Angels Practice Sessions
August 20*, 26 & 27*
Watch the Blue Angels light up the skies over NAS Pensacola during their official practice flights at 10:30 AM (gates open at 9:30). Bonus: August 20 and 27 include post-flight autograph sessions at the National Naval Aviation Museum—bring your camera and something to sign.
Angelena’s Ferragosto Celebration
August 21
Five Italian courses, four summer wines, and one evening that could convince you to move to the Amalfi Coast. Dinner begins at 5:30 PM—seating is limited, and reservations are required.
Bellamy Brothers at the Saenger
August 21
“Let Your Love Flow” into downtown Pensacola for a night of classic country hits. Showtime starts at 8 PM at the historic Saenger Theatre.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
August 29
If you’ve never heard Adele by candlelight, you’re missing out. Experience this powerful tribute inside First United Methodist Church for a concert that’s as moving as it is magical.
Weekly & Recurring Events
Brunch at Salt – Sundays, 11 AM–2 PM
Every Sunday at Hilton Pensacola Beach, brunch comes with a side of Gulf views. Try the crab cake benedict—you won’t regret it.
Palafox Market – Saturdays, 9 AM–2 PM
Farm-fresh produce, local makers, and serious shopping potential in downtown Pensacola. Bonus: the people-watching is excellent.
Red Fish Blue Fish
Monday–Friday from 2–5 PM, try your luck at Coin Flip Happy Hour: call it right, and your drink is on the house. Daily from 11 AM–12 PM, grab $3 house lagers or house margaritas. On Wednesdays, Pearls & Bubbles offers a dozen raw oysters and a bottle of champagne for $25—because your week deserves a little sparkle.
Water Pig BBQ
Tuesdays are all about tacos and margaritas—$20 gets you two tacos (chicken or pulled pork) and one margarita. Happy Hour is Monday–Friday from 4–7 PM and Friday–Sunday from 11 AM–1 PM with deals on beer buckets, frozen drinks, shots, and their famous loaded Bloody Mary.
Pensacola doesn’t coast into the end of summer—it goes full throttle. From waterfront concerts and moonlit paddles to tribute concerts and taco deals, August is packed with ways to stretch out your summer story. So grab your friends, your calendar, and your sunscreen—because this month, there’s always something to look forward to.
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