The 18th annual Bud Light Charity Challenge Tennis Tournament, presented by Pensacola Sports and The Lewis Bear Company, returns to the Roger Scott Tennis Complex Oct. 17–18.
Pensacola’s biggest tennis party is a two-day event that mixes friendly competition with food, drinks, music, silent auction, and plenty of courtside fun — all to support The Arc Gateway and Pensacola Sports.
“The Bud Light Charity Challenge is more than a tournament — it’s a celebration of our community,” said Ray Palmer, President and CEO of Pensacola Sports. “It brings people together from every corner of our city for a weekend that’s full of energy and purpose. Every match helps us serve a bigger mission — supporting Arc Gateway and growing the power of sports in our community.”
Arc Gateway provides life-enriching programs and services for more than 800 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Pensacola Sports, a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit, focuses on building a stronger community through team, individual, amateur, and professional sports across the Gulf Coast.
Spectators are invited to join the fun — admission is free and open to the public. Attendees can purchase wristbands for food and drink at the gates.
Bud Light Charity Challenge Tennis Tournament
Oct. 17 and 18, 2025
Photos courtesy of Pensacola Sports
About Pensacola Sports – Pensacola Sports is one of the oldest sports associations/commissions in the United States, beginning in 1955. Today, Pensacola Sports manages or assists in numerous events a year throughout the Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa County areas, and is the lead sports tourism agency for Escambia County. Events include a high school all-star series, 5K-15K runs, half marathon, fishing tournament, soccer and softball tournaments, collegiate conference and national championships, and annual awards and scholarships banquets to name a few. Pensacola Sports is dedicated to building a better community through sports. Be Moved!
