The snow white sands and sparkle on the surface of the waves makes Pensacola Beach in December a magical place. If you find yourself looking for something to do, the beach is booked with plenty of fun holiday activities for you.
One of the best kept secrets is winter time on Pensacola Beach. The scene is much more quiet than it is during the busy summer heat. Some days you can walk the beach with not a single person to pass by. The sea life is vibrant and the sunsets paint masterpieces across the sky.
Restaurants with long wait times tend to slow down. This is the ideal time for locals to get out and eat some of the best seafood around. One of our favorites, the Native Cafe, recently launched Native Nights. An event concept that offers their space and libations for you to rent out for the night!
Don’t act like you didn’t have anything to do. We’ve made it impossible to be bored with this holiday list we’ve put together for you!
Official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
November 29th, 6 PM – 9 PM
Free Photos w/ Santa
Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
Sat & Sun through December, 11 AM – 3 PM
Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks Cruise
Little Sabine Bay
December 6th @ 6:30 PM
2024 Surfin’ Santa Beach Parade
Via De Luna Drive
December 8th, 2 PM – 4 PM
Adventures with Santa
Laguna’s
November 30 & December 21, 2-4 PM
Holiday Movies On The Big Screen Showings:
Friday, December 20 @ 6 PM
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Monday, December 23 @ 12 PM
Home Alone Movie Marathon (1 & 2)
Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24 @ 12 PM
The Polar Express
GRUNCH Holiday Event – Grinch inspired brunch!
Pensacola Beach Hilton
December 15th, 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM
📞 Call 850-343-6791 to secure your spot.
2025 New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Soundside – Pensacola Beach
January 1st (All Day Event)
2025 Polar Bear Plunge
Paradise Bar & Grill
January 1st, 12 PM – 3 PM
We count our blessings with access to this beautiful beach! Not many can celebrate a white Christmas with a Hawaiian shirt on and no shoes on their feet.
Happy Holidays from the Local Pulse team!
