Things to do in Pensacola: Running of the Bulls; Gallery Night; Crab Cake Cook-off
MONDAY
Jazz Pensacola’s Jazz Gumbo
5:30 p.m., doors; 6:30 p.m., music; Monday, July 17. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Jazz Pensacola’s July Gumbo will be a tribute to Julian Edwin “Cannonball” Adderley and his Latin grooves of the ’60s. Admission is $10 each for Jazz Pensacola’s members and guests, $12 for non-members, $5 for students with ID, and free for military in uniform. Also, join Jazz Pensacola at this event, and admission is free. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
Monday Night Blues
7 p.m. Monday, July 17. 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, July 18. 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 On the Rox. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or visitpensacolabeach.com.
WEDNESDAY
Gulf Coast Love Story
5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 19. Pensacola Public Library, 239 N. Spring St. Gulf Coast Love Story brings to the screen the hopes and struggles of Gulf coast communities on the front lines of fossil fuels and climate change. The film listens to a poet, chef, musician, dancer, photographer and painters along the beaches and the bayous of the Gulf Coast. These are the stories of people and communities that are remembering, healing, visioning and building a movement for a healthy future amidst oil rigs and petrochemical plants. More info: daynareggero.com or christian@healthygulf.org.
25th annual Crab Cake Cook-Off
6 p.m. Wednesday, July 19. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. The Arc Gateway is hosting their 25th annual Crab Cake Cook-Off presented by Sims Orthodontics. The event is one of Pensacola’s most iconic and well-attended fundraisers, and proceeds benefit local programs that foster community inclusion and empower those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Approximately 20 restaurants and chefs from across the region will compete for bragging rights and the title of "Best Crab Cake on the Coast." Each cooking team brings samples of their own crab cake recipe for event attendees to taste and vote in the People's Choice competition. General admission: $75. VIP Experience: $150. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
FRIDAY
Gallery Night
5 p.m. Friday, July 21. Downtown Pensacola. Gallery Night Pensacola is a nonprofit organization with a dedicated goal of inspiring culture, engagement, and the practice of arts of all types in an entertaining event for all ages and walks of life. These monthly events focus on specific themes, highlight featured artists, and recruit the best creators the area has to offer. This month’s theme is Sustainable Summer. More info: gallerynightpensacola.org.
Navarre Beach Autorama Cruise-in
5:30 p.m. Friday, July 21. Andy D’s Restaurant, 8649 Gulf Blvd., Navarre. Cruise into Andy D's on Navarre Beach and bring your classic car while you enjoy the sites, live music on Andy D's Deck Stage and extended happy hour drinks on the deck. More info: 850-200-0702.
UNITE Gulf Coast
5:30 p.m., doors; 6:30 p.m., show; Friday and Saturday, July 21 and 22. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E. Gregory St. UNITE is a movement pioneered by the Scott Dawson Evangelistic Association that seeks to bring communities across America together under the name of Jesus. Over the last two years they have seen over 30,000 people join them at UNITE events and thousands make decisions for Christ. Performers include Scott Dawson, For King and Country, Passion, STS Worship, Tauren Wells and Casting Crowns. Free. More info: 850-432-0800 or unitemovement.org.
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Running of the Bulls
6:30 p.m. Friday, July 21. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter is once again recreating the “Running of the Bulls” in the streets of historic downtown Pensacola. This fun, family-friendly event is Pensacola's version of the Festival de San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain, which was made famous by author Ernest Hemingway’s 1926 novel “The Sun Also Rises”, and a tribute to Pensacola’s Spanish heritage. The beneficiary is the West Florida Roller Derby, a 501c3 non-profit organization and member of WFTDA, a women’s roller derby club that promotes and fosters the sport of women's flat track roller derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill. $25 before July 17; $30 after. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
Disco Lemonade
7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show; Friday, July 21. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Established in 2019, drummer Justin Stone, bassist John Michael Adams, guitarist Jack Nicholas, keys/guitar/vocals Tyler Kendrick and vocalist Gabby Merz came together to create Disco Lemonade. The band incorporates alternative rock with a funky twist and a synthesizer. Every show they deliver chemistry and grooves for the audience’s ear drums and viewing pleasure. The show features special guests Momma Bear and Allie Bryan. Free. For ages 21 and older. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.
Legally Blonde
7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 21 through Aug. 6 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Oh my God, you guys! An upbeat, funny, and fast-moving tale about a spirited girly girl Elle Woods who follows the boyfriend who dumped her to Harvard Law School. Along the way, she discovers new friends, renewed confidence, and her own pink power. Based on the popular movie. The production features music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin. Directed by Carla Rhodes. More info: pensacolalittletheatre.com.
SATURDAY
Bands on the Bayou
6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 22. Bayview Park, 2001 E. Lloyd St. The East Hill Neighborhood Association presents the Bands on the Bayou Community Concert Series. Come with chairs, blankets and family by land or water, and join everyone on the lawn at the new Bayview Community Center. Boat access is available. Local food trucks will be in attendance. This month features Ben Loftin and Family. Free. More info: bandsonthebayou.com.
The Wildflowers - A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show; Saturday, July 22. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. The international touring band The Wildflowers are America’s No. 1 tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. One of these fellow musicians just happened to be Tom Petty’s doppelganger, guitarist and lead vocalist Jonathan Guthrie. Guthrie was an avid fan and had always fantasized about being a Heartbreaker. As two seasoned musicians and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers fans, there was really only one thing for them to do – form a Tom Petty tribute band. $40. For all ages. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.
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