One of the biggest weekends of the year for Pensacola is finally here! The 2025 Blue Angel Airshow is kicking off this morning with Blues on the Beach. The jets will kick off a weekend of appearances starting today!
We’ve put together a Weekend Top 10 Blue Angels Edition! This will give you all the best viewing spots, show schedule, and where to find the after party.
Be safe, love your neighbor, and come prepared for a jam packed weekend on Pensacola Beach.
BREAKFAST WITH THE BLUES Rise and shine for a morning with the Blues! The Blue Angels kick off their home show week today with the ‘Circle and Arrival’. This is bite size teaser for what we’re in store for this weekend. The pilots are getting familiar with the airspace and marking location while the rest of us get a bonus show! Pack a breakfast picnic and meet us at Casino Beach.
- Date: Wednesday, July 9
- Time: 7:30 a.m.
- Location: Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach, FL
FULL BLUE ANGEL PRACTICE SHOW This is the show that you’ll want to catch if you are trying to beat the bulk of the crowds. Blue Angel weekend brings thousands of people from all over to experience these incredible jets. The practice show on Thursday won’t include the civilian act pre-show, though it will be a full run-through of the Blue Angel’s performance.
- Date: Thursday, July 10
- Time: 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach, FL
PENSACOLA BEACH AIRSHOW DRESS REHEARSAL Boat up, bike out, walk, or drive out to Casino Beach for a full day of jet fuel. At this point, Blues weekend is in full swing and people are finding their post for the show. Friday is the full dress rehearsal, meaning this show will include the civilian acts and the Blue Angels. You can expect heavy traffic and parking to fill up quickly. The best viewing spots for the show include the east and west of the Pensacola Beach Pier, though the jets will cover ground as far as Portofino and Ft. Pickens.
- Date: Friday, July 11
- Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach, FL
JESSIE RITTER Get out for a night on the Gulf side to enjoy Jesse Ritter at Crabs. She’s got a soulful sweet voice that be the perfect night cap to a day on the beach. Grab a bite of seafood and enjoy some local live music with the waves crashing!
- Date: Friday, July 11
- Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Crabs, Pensacola Beach, FL
JOHN HART PROJECT If you know them, you love them, The John Hart Project. For a two night stretch they will be jamming at the Blue Angel after party at Paradise. Meet us on the sound side to dance the night away to some groovy beats, fuel up on a good meal, or have a drink! Boat, bike, walk, or drive up for a good time.
- Date: Friday, July 11 & Saturday, July 12
- Time: 5:30 p.m.
- Location: Paradise Bar & Grill, Pensacola Beach, FL
THE SANDSHAKER BLUE ANGEL PARTY PaperChase is coming from NOLA to bring live music to the Sandshaker Stage. With top deck viewing and top shelf drinks, this is where you’ll be sure to find a party!
- Date: Friday, July 11 & Saturday, July 12
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Location: The Sandshaker, Pensacola Beach, FL
OFFICIAL PENSACOLA BEACH AIRSHOW Let’s get ready to rummmmmmmbbllleee to the sound of 700 mph jets flying through the sky. The Blue Angels official airshow begins Saturday morning. Civilian acts will fill the sky first thing with aircraft and trick planes. Around 1:30 p.m. you’ll start to feel the adrenaline spread as everyone watches in anticipation for the first sighting of a jet. Be sure to pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and snacks for the day! This event is packed to the brim and water access is cut off during parts of the show.
- Date: Saturday, July 12
- Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach, FL
VIP BLUE ANGEL VIEWING PARTY AT WATER PIG Not only is Water Pig offering catering for the weekend festivities, they are also hosting a VIP Watch Party. You can reserve a table, beach chair, or picnic table for prime viewing of the show. Food and drink service will be available and time limitations do apply. Check out their event here for more details and link to purchase your tickets!
- Date: Saturday, July 12
- Time: 12:30 p.m.
- Location: Water Pig, Pensacola Beach, FL
RED, WHITE, AND BLUES WATCH PARTY AT CALVERT’S Enjoy cold A/C, frosty drinks, clean bathrooms (no lines!), delicious food, and unbeatable bay front views as Calvert’s in collaboration with Hellcat Productions live streams the coverage all day. Experience the count down to the Blue Angels show at 2 PM, with Fat Albert soaring in around 3 PM. The show lasts about 45 minutes, but the good vibes roll all day.
- Date: Saturday, July 12
- Time: 10:30 a.m.
- Location: Calvert’s in the Heights, Pensacola, FL
BLUE ANGELS AT DRIFT Enjoy a front row seat to the Blue Angel Airshow, fit with a special food menu, live music, and libations pouring throughout the day. This might just be one of the best views on the beach! Tickets available for purchase here.
- Date: Saturday, July 12
- Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Location: DRIFT, Pensacola Beach, FL
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