Things to do in Pensacola: Flora-Bama Bunny Drop; Egga-Wahooza; Lighted Night Market

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Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

MONDAY

Monday Night Blues

7 p.m. Monday, March 25. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the “blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and "BBQ and Bud" food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

Twin Tribes

7 p.m. Monday, March 25. The Handlebar 319 N. Tarragona St. Twin Tribes will perform live in concert with Urban Heat, Dancing Plague, and Comabeard. $18 in advance; $20 at the door. More info: thehandlebar850.com.

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WEDNESDAY

Dave Mason's Traffic Jam

7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Whether you’ve lived your life with this music as the soundtrack or are a modern concert enthusiast, 'Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam' is bound to leave you much more fulfilled, delighted, and buoyant— and that much closer to the brilliance of Mason’s music. To see this extraordinary guitar player, a soulful singer live guarantees an evening of music as astonishing as the legend himself. The show will feature special guests the Outlaws. Tickets start at $63. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.

THURSDAY

Lost Key Lighted Night Market

5 p.m. Thursday, March 28. Villagio, 13700 Perdido Key Drive. Locals, snowbirds and spring breakers can take an evening stroll through Villagio and a Lighted Night Market where each vendor has decorated their tent with unique lights and will have opportunities for attendees to purchase arts and crafts, artisan goods, handmade jewelry, sample local flavors and maybe even catch a performance from a local entertainer or sharing in an experience that only Perdido Key can offer. Mike Diamond, a familiar voice at the Flora-Bama, will perform from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free. More info: visitperdido.com/perdido-key-chamber.

Jeremy Camp: The Theater Tour

7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Between 2002 and 2023, Jeremy Camp has released 12 albums, five of them RIAA- certified as gold. He has sold over six million albums with 43 No. 1 singles across all formats. His music has earned him numerous awards and nominations across the Christian and secular music industries, including five GMA Dove Awards, a Grammy nomination, three American Music Award nominations, and four ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Awards. Camp was named Billboard’s No. 2 Christian artist of the decade as well. Tickets start at $30. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.

FRIDAY

For The Fallen Dreams

6:30 p.m. Friday, March 29. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. For the Fallen Dreams will perform live in concert with Elijah and Versus Me. $16 in advance; $20 at the door. More info: thehandlebar850.com.

The Molly Ringwalds

7 p.m., doors; 8:30 p.m., show; Friday, March 29. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. The Molly Ringwalds are "the world's greatest '80s experience." Hailing from Sheffield, England, this legendary quintet has been able to combine their individual and very formidable talents to create the true essence of the most radical decade to ever be called "The 80s." $25 in advance; $30 at the door. For ages 21 and older. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

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SATURDAY

Bayou Hills Run

7 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Bayview Park and the East Hill Neighborhood, 2000 E. Lloyd St. The Bayou Hills Run is one of Pensacola’s oldest running events and is partnered with the city of Pensacola to make it the official Pensacola 5K and 10K City of Pensacola Championships. Now runners will have bragging rights for winning the race and their age division. In addition to awards stating, “Pensacola City Championships”, the overall male and female winners for both the 5k and 10K will be welcome and recognized at a city council meeting following the race. More info: pensacolasports.org/bayouhillsrun.

Navy Point Arts and Crafts Fair

9 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Triangle Park Navy Point, 315 W. Sunset Ave. The ninth annual Navy Point Arts and Crafts Fair began nine years ago to afford local artists and crafters a venue to show and sell their work. Each year the fair expands to bring in a variety of new and seasoned vendors. This spring fair will spotlight The Joy Committee that rescues German Shepherds and also does a lot to help others in the community. Enjoy a walk in Triangle Park and support the local vendors and rescue group. More info: npartsandcraftsfair@gmail.com.

Perdido Kid's Park Easter Egg Hunt

10 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Perdido Kid’s Park, 10004 Gulf Beach Highway. The Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon is hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Perdido Kid’s Park. Children aged 1 through 7 are all welcome. Following the egg hunt games and with prizes will take place. The event is free, and no food or beverages will be provided. Picnic tables, the shelter, and restrooms will be made available. More info: 901-734-1055.

Egga-Wahooza

Kids take part in the Egga-Wahooza Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 16, 2022 at Community Maritime Park. The egg hunt was put on by Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
Kids take part in the Egga-Wahooza Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 16, 2022 at Community Maritime Park. The egg hunt was put on by Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.

11 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St. Egga-Wahooza is back in downtown Pensacola at the Blue Wahoo’s Stadium. With over 50,000 eggs, this is a safe hunt for kids of all ages. There will be specific areas for kids with special needs, ages infant to 2 years old, 3 to 4 years old, K5 through first grade, second and third grade, and fourth and fifth grade. More info: pensacolachurch.org/easter.

Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Drop

11 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, 17401 Perdido Key Drive. Kids’ crafts and face painting will begin at 11 a.m. in the tent. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at noon on the beach and the Easter Bunny will skydive onto the beach shortly after. Kids will have a chance to meet the Easter Bunny and have their picture taken after he lands. More info: 850-492-0611 or florabama.com.

Bloody Mary Festival

11 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Museum Plaza, 300 S. Tarragona St. Kulture Kreated presents the first Pensacola Bloody Mary Festival. This event will showcase the finest offerings from local bars and restaurants as they compete for the title of Pensacola Bloody Mary Champion. Attendees can expect a tantalizing array of Bloody Mary concoctions as participating establishments vie for top honors in categories such as Judge's Choice, People's Choice, Best Presentation, and Best Taste. Winners will not only claim bragging rights but will also receive a gleaming trophy and complimentary entry into next year's festival. More info: pensacolabloodymaryfestival.com.

Easter Egg Decorating Party

Noon Saturday, March 30. Sir Richard’s Public House, 2719 E. Cervantes St. Sir Richard’s is hosting its adults only Easter egg decorating party. Customers can decorate eggs using supplies provided by the bar. Customers are welcome to bring their own decorations as well. The decorated eggs have a chance of being featured on the official Sir Richard Public House Instagram page and Facebook page. Customers are encouraged to stay for High Stax Poker beginning immediately after the decorating party. Free. More info: sirrichardslounge.com.

Lucky Dog Spring Photoshoot

Noon Saturday, March 30. O'Riley's Irish Pub, 321 S. Palafox St. O’Riley’s is hosting its Lucky Dog Spring Photoshoot. Customers are encouraged to bring their dogs to the outside patio of the restaurant to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. All dogs must remain leashed during the event. The bar will feature themed cocktails. Customers are also encouraged to arrive before the photoshoot and take advantage of the Saturday brunch. Free. For all ages. More info: orileyspub.com.

Woorms

7 p.m. Saturday, March 30. The Handlebar 319 N. Tarragona St. Woorms will perform live in concert with Future Hate, Wax Offering, and Spiral. $10 in advance and at the door. More Info: thehandlebar850.com.

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