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Local Pulse’s Weekend Top 10

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Top 10 Events in Pensacola for the weekend of Thursday, April 24 – Sunday, April 27, 2025. Whether you’re into festivals, live music, family fun, or unique local experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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PENSACOLA NAVY DAYS BASEBALL GAME Join us as we celebrate Pensacola Navy Days with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos at a Thirsty Thursday Game on April 24th! https://www.pensacolanavydays.com/

  • Date: Thursday, April 24
  • Time: 6:05 p.m.
  • Location: Downtown Pensacola

HENRY CHO – THE EMPTY NEST TOUR: From life in the South to life without kids at home, Henry Cho brings his signature Southern charm and razor-sharp wit to the stage. https://www.pensacolasaenger.com/events/henry-cho-the-empty-nest-tour

  • Dates: Thursday, April 24 
  • Time: 8 p.m.
  • Location: Pensacola Saenger Theatre

PENSACOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL: Dive into thousands of pounds of fresh, spicy crawfish, live Cajun music, arts and crafts vendors, and a lively kids’ area. It’s a Gulf Coast tradition you won’t want to miss. https://www.fiestapensacola.org/crawfish-festival

  • Dates: Friday, April 25 – Sunday, April 27
  • Location: Bartram Park, Downtown Pensacola

3RD ANNUAL SCAVENGER HUNT FOR AUTISM Join for a Magical Mission: A Disney-themed Scavenger Hunt to raise money for Autism Pensacola. You will embark on an adventure through Pensacola, solving Disney-themed clues, but the fun doesn’t stop there. The finish will be at Gary’s Brewery and Biergarten from 12-3 to crown a winner. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-scavenger-hunt-for-autism-awareness-tickets-1224184632189

  • Date: Saturday, April 26
  • Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Location: Blue Wahoos Stadium

BE MY NEIGHBOR DAY 2025 A family-friendly event inspired by Mister Rogers, featuring educational activities, community resources, and appearances by beloved PBS characters. https://www.wsre.org/events/be-my-neighbor-day/

  • Date: Saturday, April 26
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Location: 1000 College Blvd, Pensacola

RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Hear, ye! Hear, ye! Gather thy merry band and journey to Perfect Plain Brewing on April 26th for a day of medieval revelry at our Renaissance Festival

  • Date: Saturday, April 26
  • Time: Begins at 11 a.m.; see linked calendar for more 
  • Location: Perfect Plain Brewery

JOHN CRIST: JOKES FOR HUMANS WITH DERRICK STROUP Experience a night of clean, hilarious stand-up comedy with John Crist, known for his relatable humor and viral videos. https://www.pensacolasaenger.com/events/john-crist-jokes-for-humans/

  • Date: Sunday, April 27
  • Time: 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Saenger Theatre

VELVET MIC: AN R&B SHOWCASE Enjoy a soulful evening of live R&B performances from local artists in an intimate setting. A perfect way to wind down the weekend. Velvet Mic Info

  • Date: Sunday, April 27
  • Time: 7 p.m. 
  • Location: 500 W Belmont St, Pensacola

BIG SCREEN ON THE BAYOU Bring your blanket, chairs, family, and friends for a free outdoor screening of The Boys in the Boat — on the big screen overlooking beautiful Bayou Texar. https://myeasthill.org/bsotb

  • Date: Friday, April 25
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. for food and vendors; 7:30 p.m. for movie
  • Location: Bayview Park

MEN WHO COOK FOR PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS This exciting, one-of-a-kind amateur chef competition draws over 400 guests and highlights how men can be positive, supportive figures in our community. Over 30 non-professional male chefs will volunteer their time and talents to create mouthwatering bites, from appetizers and sides to mains and desserts. https://e.givesmart.com/events/Hgl/

  • Date: Sunday, April 27
  • Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Location: Corinne Jones Community Center

Shoutout to our friends at The Dog House! https://www.doghousepensacola.com/

Something’s fishy… and it’s DELICIOUS.

Join us at 7 pm for Trivia Night and reel in our $10 Fish Sandwich & Beer deal!

It’s the fin-est way to feed your brain and your belly.

So don’t be shellfish — bring your squad, flex those gills (we mean skills), and let’s make some pour decisions together.