PENSACOLA INTERSTATE FAIR Starting tonight with $1 entry, the Pensacola Interstate Fair is in town for the next week! Calling thrill seekers of all ages to come out for your favorite event of the fall season. If the rides aren’t for you, maybe the fair food is what you look forward to! Funnel cakes, corn dogs, and fried Oreos, oh my! Check out the schedule for the entertainment line up and “need to know before you go” here on the website.
Date: Thursday, October 16 – Sunday, October 26
Time: Times vary depending on the day, view here.
Location: 2172 W. Nine Mile Road
THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN “The Unsinkable Molly Brown is the rags-to-riches love story of Molly and James Joseph “J.J.” Brown, owners of one of the richest mines in the U.S. at the turn of the twentieth century. The show features music and lyrics by the Meredith Willson, and a book and additional lyrics by Tony-nominated author Dick Scanlan based on the original book by Richard Henry Morris. Funny, light, uplifting and uniquely American, The Unsinkable Molly Brown charmed Broadway and Hollywood with its irresistible, outrageous title role and won over new audiences with this revised version when it premiered in 2020.” Tickets are available here.
Date: Friday, October 17
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Pensacola State College Theatre
BALLET PENSACOLA: DRACULA You’ve heard the name and it may send a shiver of terror when you say, DRACULA! Ballet Pensacola pairs the haunting tale of a vampire with the beauty of ballet. The performance is said to transport the audience into an eerie world, with “pulse-pounding choreography.” The show is one of romance, danger, and passion. A dark date night awaits! Purchase your tickets here.
Date: Friday, October 17 – Sunday, October 19
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Pensacola Little Theatre
GHOUL-ERY NIGHT GALLERY NIGHT Break out the costumes early this month for a family fun, Halloween themed, night on Street. Don’t forget the trick or treat bags for all the goodies you’ll get along the way! Gallery Night is going all out with candy stations for the kids, food trucks, and vendors selling art for all ages!
Date: Friday, October 17
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Palafox Street, Downtown Pensacola
BEACH-O-WEEN Let the kids explore their creativity and put together their prize winning Halloween costume for Beach-O-Ween! Families and friends are invited to the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk for all the Halloween festivities! This event is free and going to be a spook-tacular time for all who dare to come. Be prepared for costume contests for all age groups, game booths, and trick or treating with participating businesses.
Date: Friday, October 17
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
ECOKIDS FESTIVAL Clear your schedule for Saturday morning and plan to bring the family out to the 4th Annual EcoKids Festival. This event is hosted by the Ground Up Community Garden. Picture a mini Earth Day festival made for kids to learn more about the planet. There will be opportunities for learning, listening, and lots of playing!
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: From the Ground Up Community Garden
BARKTOBERFEST This one is for the furry friends who love to dress up for Halloween! Bring the pups and the family out for a day at Seville Square. There will be costume contests for the pups and their people, pet friendly vendors, photo ops, and food trucks! The kids will love the activities and face painting, while the dogs enjoy all the attention.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Seville Square & Fountain Park
COLLEGE BASEBALL AT BLUE WAHOOS Up to bat this weekend at the Blue Wahoos Stadium are two well known college baseball teams, Florida State vs. Mississippi State. The weather is going to be 10/10 and the ballpark food will be a close second. Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of cheering on your favorite college team! Purchase tickets here.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Pensacola Blue Wahoos Stadium
ICE FLYERS OPENING NIGHT The Pensacola Ice Flyers officially kick off their 2025-26 season campaign on Saturday with Opening Night beginning their 17th season in the Pensacola Bay Center. This will be the first of 29 regular season home games. Stick around after for the post game skate! More information on what to know, ticket purchase, and game schedule, visit their website here.
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Pensacola Bay Center
CRAFT & VINTAGE MARKET AT ODD COLONY Calling all vintage lovers and market shoppers for the 4th Annual Craft & Vintage Market happening at Odd Colony. There will be plenty to see, lots to eat, and a wide variety of beers to drink! Find local artists, jewelry, clothing, and more at the outdoor market this weekend.
Date: Sunday, October 19
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Odd Colony Brewing Co.
The only spooky thing around these parts?
The way our customers devour our burgers, dogs, and fried baskets like they’ve been hit with a midnight munchies spell!
Get it?
Dive into spooky season with us, your favorite Dog House dish, a frightfully refreshing cocktail, and all of the goooood vibes you can handle!
Dog house hours
Monday-Thursday 8am til 3pm
Friday and Saturday 8am til 9pm
-happy hour fri/sat 3pm-5pm-
The Dog House is located at 30 S Palafox Street, Downtown Pensacola.
Makenna Curtis
Faith, Family, & Entertainment Writer
Local Pulse Pensacola
