February Events in Pensacola
February in Pensacola brings a packed calendar filled with coastal traditions, local favorites, and plenty of reasons to get out and explore. Alongside Mardi Gras season, the month also delivers food festivals, sporting events, markets, and cultural happenings across Pensacola and Pensacola Beach—making it an ideal time to plan a visit or extend your stay.
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5th Annual Pensacola Paw-Di Gras – Feb. 1
Downtown Pensacola turns into a dog-friendly Mardi Gras celebration complete with a parade, costume contests, vendors, food, drinks, and interactive games. This award-winning event brings thousands together for a tail-wagging good time along Garden Street starting at 11 a.m.
Ice Flyers Home Games – Feb. 6, 7, 15, 27, 28
Hockey season stays hot at the Pensacola Bay Center with multiple Ice Flyers home games throughout the month. It’s a high-energy indoor outing that adds excitement to winter nights along the coast.
Coastal County Oyster Fest – Feb. 6-7
This two-day seafood celebration serves up fresh oysters, local brews, live music, and a full slate of games and activities. Friday night kicks things off with raw oysters and live music, while Saturday delivers an all-day festival complete with heaters, fire pits, and nonstop shuckin’.
Double Bridge Run – Feb. 7
One of the country’s premier 15K races returns, taking runners across bridges spanning Pensacola Bay and Santa Rosa Sound before finishing on Pensacola Beach. The accompanying 5K welcomes runners and walkers alike for a scenic route that ends on the island.
The Big Game Watch Party – Feb. 8
Game day energy takes over Señor Frog’s Pensacola Beach with drink specials, betting squares, and wall-to-wall coverage on big screens. Expect pre-game hype, post-game celebrations, and a lively crowd ready to cheer every play.
Pensacola Mardi Gras Mambo – Feb. 12
The Pensacola Bay Center transforms into a full-scale indoor Mardi Gras celebration featuring headliner Waka Flocka Flame, the Ying Yang Twins, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. With second lines, dance zones, and an arena-wide party layout, the fun kicks off at 6 p.m.
Krewe of Lafitte Mardi Gras Parade – Feb. 13
Pensacola’s only illuminated nighttime parade lights up downtown with glowing floats, marching bands, and standout throws. The parade rolls through downtown at 7:30 p.m., offering a one-of-a-kind after-dark Mardi Gras experience.
Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade – Feb. 14
The largest Mardi Gras parade in Pensacola takes over downtown streets with massive floats, nonstop entertainment, and huge crowds. Kicking off at 2 p.m., this event also includes a dedicated family-friendly viewing area for younger parade-goers.
Valentine’s Day Special at Salt – Feb. 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Salt Pensacola Beach with a three-course dinner featuring your choice of a spinach and arugula salad or roasted red pepper lobster bisque, followed by tiger prawns with truffled pappardelle or Moroccan braised lamb shanks, and finish with cherry cheesecake or dark chocolate cake.
Krewe of Wrecks Mardi Gras Parade – Feb. 15
Pensacola Beach’s original Mardi Gras krewe brings oversized floats, walking units, and coastal flair down Via De Luna starting at 2 p.m. The celebration continues with a post-parade party and awards ceremony at the Gulfside Pavilion.
Fat Tuesday Celebration – Feb. 17
Mardi Gras season wraps up at historic Seville Quarter with a Jazz Royalty Brunch, krewe appearances, and festivities throughout the complex. The coronation of new Priscus Royalty takes place in the evening, with the season officially closing at midnight.
Gallery Night – Feb. 20
February’s Gallery Night features a Pensacon-themed celebration, tying into the city’s pop culture energy for the month. Downtown Pensacola fills with local artists, live music, food, and vendors as the streets stay open late from 5–9 PM.
Pensacon – Feb. 20-22
Pop culture fans gather for a weekend celebrating comics, anime, sci-fi, gaming, fantasy, and more. With celebrity guests, panels, cosplay, and vendors, Pensacon brings big convention energy to downtown Pensacola.
Palafox Market – Every Saturday
Downtown comes alive each Saturday morning with fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted art, coffee, and local flavors. Rain or shine, it’s a staple stop for both visitors and locals looking to experience Pensacola’s creative side.
With Mardi Gras celebrations woven throughout the month and a wide mix of events happening on and off the beach, February is anything but quiet along the Gulf Coast. From lively weekends to laid-back local favorites, there’s always something worth adding to your itinerary—so check the full event calendar, pick your highlights, and plan your time around the moments that make Pensacola unforgettable.
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