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Well, hey y’all 🩶

We gave this little newsletter a fresh coat of paint and a whole lot of love. She’s been polished up, spruced up, and sent back out into the world feeling brand new — same heart, just dressed in her Sunday best.

So, welcome back my friends. Make your self at home within Pensacola’s #1 newsletter. We’ve got local insights, local events, local weather, we’ve got it all! So come on in, take your time, and enjoy. See ya out there.

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P’Cola is a legacy, known as “The City of Five Flags”; French, British, Confederate, and United States - symbolize the five nations that have ruled Pensacola.  

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P’COLA RARE FIND: Junonia (Scaphella junonia)

One of the most famous rare finds among Gulf beachcombers — prized for its beautiful spotted pattern and deep-sea origin.

These shells live offshore in deeper water and only wash up on beaches after strong storms or currents, making them an exciting and uncommon discovery.

Tips for finding rare shells near Pensacola Beach:
✔ Look after storms or strong tides — these events can bring deeper-water shells to shore.
✔ Search early in the morning and around low tide for the best chance at good finds.
✔ Check the swash and wrack lines where wave action leaves treasures behind.

CIVIL PARK & BUSINESS NEWS

CITY EVENTS - CALENDAR

Pensacola Will Soon Look like the Belle of the Ball 

Uncle Sam finally decided to share the sugar. As part of a massive $1.2 trillion federal funding package, Escambia County is pocketing $3 million to give South Navy Boulevard the coastal glow-up it’s been praying for since Ivan.

This ain't just a fresh coat of paint; we're talking about a full "facelift" for the gateway to NAS Pensacola, complete with landscaped medians, fancy lighting, and even a turnaround to keep traffic from backing up at the front gate. It’s about time the road to the NAS started looking less, well, ________ , (we’ll let you fill in the blank) and more like the VIP entrance to one of our nations largest Navy training operations, NAS.

 Hold onto your Sun Hats! The good news is rolling in faster than a Gulf Coast thunderstorm. 

That same $1.2 trillion federal package is dropping a whole lot more than just road money. Three more local "wins" that have us grinning like a catfish in deep water:

• Blue Angels Hangar Refresh: Congress earmarked $12 million to repair and restore the Blue Angels' hangar at NAS Pensacola. After taking a beating from Hurricane Sally back in 2020, the building was literally held together with netting and prayers. The newly appointed funds ensures our favorite flight team keeps their wings tucked safely at home for years to come.

• Military Pay Raise: Our local heroes are getting a little extra in their wallets, too. The bill includes a 3.8% basic pay increase for all military personnel. That’s a whole lot of extra shrimp baskets for the folks stationed at NAS Pensacola and NAS Whiting Field.

• Bolstering the Fleet: Uncle Sam is also looking to grow the Navy family with funding included to add 12,300 active-duty sailors to the U.S. Navy. More boots on deck—means more folks to welcome to our corner of paradise.

FESTIVALS, PARADES & EVENTS

February 2026

• February 13: Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade – Only nighttime illuminated parade through Downtown Pensacola.

• February 13–15: Foodees Fest – Touring food truck festival at Pensacola Interstate Fair.

• February 13–15: "Twelfth Night" by UWF Theatre – Shakespearian production at Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

• February 14: Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade – The city's largest annual parade celebration.

• February 14: Palafox Market – Local artisans and farmers at MLK Plaza and Plaza Ferdinand.

• February 14: Mardi Gras at Odd Colony – Parade viewing and Nite Tripper beer release.

• February 15: Krewe of Wrecks Mardi Gras Parade – Island-themed parade on Pensacola Beach.

• February 15: Stormfolk at Flounder’s – Live music during the Beach Mardi Gras parade.

• February 17: Fat Tuesday / Priscus Celebration – Culmination of Mardi Gras with festival at Seville Quarter.

• February 17: Brown Bag Opera – Free lunchtime recital at the Pensacola Opera Center.

• February 19: Bourbon & Broadway – Guided spirits tasting paired with show tune performances.

• February 20–22: Pensacon – Major Gulf Coast pop culture convention at the Pensacola Bay Center.

• February 20: PSO at the Library – Free small ensemble performance at Bellview Branch Library.

• February 21: Pours & Encores – Operatic selections at Gary’s Brewery.

• February 24: Pensacola Sports Annual Awards Banquet – Honors local athletes at Brownsville Community Center.

• February 28: Chappie James Museum 2026 Gala – Fundraising dinner and live music at Sanders Beach.

• February 28: One Night at the Local Museum – Black History concert celebrating culture and arts..

• February 28: The Raq Room Revue – Bellydance performance at The Well.

• February 28: Podcastapalooza 2026 – Educational podcasting event at Washington High School.

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN  

February 2026

• February 13: Riptide Live – Rock music performance at D&R Lounge.

• February 14: Heated Rivalry Night – Themed DJ night and dance party at Vinyl Music Hall.

• February 15: Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special – Intimate classical performance at the Museum of Commerce.

• February 15: TX2 – Pop-punk/rock performance at Vinyl Music Hall.

• February 16: Railroad Earth – Bluegrass and rock fusion at Vinyl Music Hall.

• February 18: Robert Cray Band – Blues Hall of Fame guitarist at the Saenger Theatre.

• February 18: Capstan w/ In Her Own Words – Post-hardcore performance at Vinyl Music Hall.

• February 19: Clint Black: Back On The Blacktop Tour – Country music star at the Saenger Theatre.

• February 19: Bourbon & Broadway – Broadway favorites performed by studio artists at the Pensacola Opera Center.

• February 20: Blackwater Holylight – Psychedelic rock performance at The Handlebar.

• February 20: The Undercovers: Rogers, Richie & Robinson – Motown and soul tribute at the Saenger Theatre.

• February 21: 2010s Dance Party – "Can't Feel My Face" themed event at Vinyl Music Hall.

• February 21: Pours & Encores – Community operatic and showtune performance at Gary’s Brewery.

• February 22: Elvis in Person: Matt Stone and the TEC Band – Tribute performance at the Saenger Theatre.

• February 25: Ana Popovic – Blues-funk guitarist at the OWA Theater.

• February 26: Brantley Gilbert: The Tattoos Tour – Major country concert with special guests Travis Denning and Austin Snell at the Pensacola Bay Center.

• February 26: Jessie Ritter – Live performance at The Rooftop at Studer Community Institute.

• February 28: American Rock Odyssey – White Tie Rock Ensemble tribute show at OWA Theater.

• February 28: Tape B at Maritime Park – Outdoor music performance

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• LAGUNA’S

• VINYL MUSIC HALL

• SEVILLE QUARTER

• PENSACOLA OPERA

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• MONDAYS MONDAY DOG RUN

• THURSDAYS FLEET FEET

  February 2026

  • February 13: Saint Louis Billikens vs. Ohio State Buckeyes (Baseball) – College baseball at Blue Wahoos Stadium.

  • February 15: Pensacola Ice Flyers vs. Macon Mayhem – Sunday afternoon hockey at the Pensacola Bay Center.

  • February 20: WS Neal vs. Central High (Baseball) – High school baseball showcase at Blue Wahoos Stadium.

  • February 23: North Bay Haven vs. Destin High (Baseball) – High school baseball showcase at Blue Wahoos Stadium.

  • February 24: Pensacola Sports Annual Awards Banquet – Honors local athletes and supporters at the Brownsville Community Center.

  • February 26: Tate High vs. Ft. Walton Beach High (Baseball) – High school baseball showcase at Blue Wahoos Stadium.

  • February 27: Pensacola Ice Flyers vs. Birmingham Bulls – Friday night hockey at the Pensacola Bay Center.

  • February 28: Bay to Breakfast 8K Trail Run – Scenic trail race through Big Lagoon State Park.

  • February 28: Pensacola Ice Flyers vs. Birmingham Bulls – Saturday night hockey at the Pensacola Bay Center.

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