Things to do in Pensacola: The O’Riley’s 26.2; Restaurant Week; Beyond Van Gogh

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

MONDAY

13th annual Summer Restaurant Week

5 p.m. Monday through Sunday, Aug. 7 through 13. The Fish House, Atlas Oyster House, Jackson’s Steakhouse, Five Sisters Blues Café and Angelena’s Ristorante Italiano are once again teaming up to present Summer Restaurant Week. In step with similar events in cities all around the country, Restaurant Week is a culinary celebration that offers residents and visitors alike world-class dining at a great value. Chefs from each restaurant will prepare a three-course, fixed-price dinner menu utilizing the best in local and seasonal ingredients, showcasing their culinary expertise. Diners are encouraged to try each special menu at all four restaurants. $33 per person, per restaurant.

More info: greatsouthernrestaurants.com.

Monday Night Blues

7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 7. 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.

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TUESDAY

Bands on the Beach

7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Pensacola Beach's popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, Bands on the Beach delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features Sandy Roots. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or visitpensacolabeach.com.

FRIDAY

Shades of Hunks

7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show; Friday, Aug. 11. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Shades of Hunks is the perfect girls night out featuring an electrifying, high energy performance showcasing some of the sexiest men alive. The No. 1 bachelorette destination showcases interactive, choreographed routines to thumping beats and light shows. The on-stage seats put attendees front and center for the best view in the house, and the hot seat, in particular, makes sure the attention is on the individual. Tickets start at $30. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

BurnBabylon Presents

8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11. Easy Going Gallery, 701 North V St. Enjoy an electrifying night of music as BurnBabylon presents Kadilak featuring Stemmily, i&i, VALIS, Aurras, and Quintessence. Get ready to dance, sing along, and lose yourself in the vibes. BurnBabylon curates the jungle/drum and bass experience so that attendees can listen to the sounds of the underground. $20. More info: facebook.com/BurnBabylonPresents.

SATURDAY

America’s First Settlement Trail Urban Adventure

9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12. Pensacola Museum of History, 330 S. Jefferson St. The America’s First Settlement Trail Urban Adventure will celebrate Pensacola’s 464th birthday. Facilitated through Gogames, registrants and groups will be given a tiered start time and three hours to complete a game that explores the trail, solves puzzles and tests knowledge of Pensacola’s history. Tickets are $10 for individual registration or $25 for corporate teams of up to 10 people. Tiered start times will be from 9-10 a.m. Awards will be distributed from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Voices of Pensacola. The top individual winner will receive a $250 cash prize and the top team will receive a $500 tab at a bar or restaurant along the trail in downtown Pensacola. More info: visitpensacola.com/americas-1st-settlement-trail.

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

10 a.m. daily through Saturday, Sept. 9. Pensacola Interstate Fair, Building 6, 6655 Mobile Highway. Imagine being completely immersed in more than 300 of the greatest works of post-Impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh. Now imagine experiencing all of this art liberated from its two-dimensional limitations into a three-dimensional experience that exhilarates every sense and brings to life one of the most influential artists the world has known. It’s all part of Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience. More info: vangoghpensacola.com.

Scripteasers

11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Join Studio 400 and the Pensacola Little Theatre for a live table reading. Organizers will read prospective scripts for future seasons as well as new scripts that need a table read before the next edit. Those who are not playwrights but love to read out loud will enjoy a fun theatre night. Those fascinated by the play selection process may sit in for a listen. Feel free to bring a lunch or a snack. More info: pensacolalittletheatre.com.

The O’Riley’s 26.2

3:02 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12. O'Riley's Uptown Tavern, 3728 Creighton Road. Organizers know that 26.2 sounds like a daunting distance for a race, but take note, it’s only 26.2 feet. The race is limited to 262 people. Those lucky enough to snag a spot will receive all the amenities of a Run Pensacola event, including a race shirt, pre/post-race food and drinks, finishers medal, a 26.2 race sticker, closed off course and race bibs. More info: orileystavern.com.

Saenger Summer Movie Series

7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. This week’s Saenger Summer Movie Series feature will be The Breakfast Club. The 1985 American coming-of-age comedy-drama film was written, produced and directed by John Hughes. It stars Emilio Estevez, Paul Gleason, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald and Ally Sheedy. The film tells the story of five teenagers from different high school cliques who serve a Saturday detention overseen by their authoritarian vice-principal. Tickets: $5. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.

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SUNDAY

20th annual Scholarship/Hat Show Luncheon

2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13. Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center, 913 South I St. The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., Pensacola Chapter, is celebrating fashion and education during their 20th annual Scholarship/Hat Show Luncheon. Indulge in a showcase of stunning hats, where creativity and style collide. From elegant fascinators to extravagant headpieces, attendees will witness a mesmerizing display of millinery artistry. Proceeds from the luncheon will go towards scholarships, empowering deserving students to pursue their dreams and achieve higher education. More info: facebook.com/NC100BWPensacola.

Blues on the Bay

6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13. Community Maritime Park Hunter Amphitheater, 301 W. Main St. This free concert series is one of the most popular events for locals and visitors to spend the final hours of their weekend enjoying great music with family and friends in a great atmosphere. Concert spectators are invited to bring coolers and lawn chairs. Guests of all ages are encouraged to enjoy the cool breeze of the bay while listening and dancing to some of the region's best musical talent. This week features Still Standing (Elton John Tribute). More info: 850- 436-5670.

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