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Pensacola Beach Calendar of Events
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November - 2009
Greek Festival
When: Nov 1 - 30, 2009
Where: Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 1720 W. Garden Street, Pensacola
November. One of Pensacola’s largest and most popular outdoor events celebrates its 49th anniversary this year. Traditional Greek dances, gifts, entertainment and dishes such as baklava, gyros and spanakopeta.
More Info: www.annunciationgoc.org
Phone: 850-433-2662
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Blue Angels Air Show
When: Nov 1 - 30, 2009
With Pensacola as its home base, the Navy’s precision flight demonstration team, the Blue Angels, performs its final show of the season at Naval Air Station Pensacola. Free admission.
More Info: www.blueangels.navy.mil
Phone: 850-452-BLUE (2583)
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Marketbasket
When: Nov 19 - 22, 2009
It’s a holiday shopping extravaganza at the Pensacola Civic Center. The Junior League of Pensacola’s Marketbasket fund-raiser has selected 45 merchants from throughout the Southeast to provide holiday shopping for specialty items. Adults $5, Children 7-12 years $3, 6 years and under are admitted free.
Phone: 850-433-4421
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Christmas Creations Arts &Crafts Show
When: Nov 20 - 21, 2009
Where: 8 East Wright St.
70 plus Arts & Craft vendors, Gingerbread House (homemade breads/desserts and famous cheese straws)with a Saturday Luncheon: Turkey and Dressing etc.Proceeds (approx $10,000) go to community charities
Phone: 477-6533 Pam Dannelly
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Mobile International Festival
When: Nov 21, 2009 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Mobile Civic Center Main Arena & Expo Hall, 401 Civic Center Drive
Mobile Civic Center Main Arena & Expo Hall will host the world celebration of musical harmony during the 26th annual Mobile International Festival on Saturday, November 21st from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Opening Ceremony starts with the Parade of Flags from 70 nations and followed by the Children’s Chorus.
Phone: 251-470-7730
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ZOOLights
When: Nov 28 - Dec 20, 2009
Weekends beginning after Thanksgiving through Christmas week. Enjoy more than a million spectacular lights in animated displays, view animals in their nighttime setting and have fun with special activities for the entire family at The ZOO Northwest Florida. Open 6–9 p.m.
More Info: www.thezoonorthwestflorida.org
Phone: 850-932-2229
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December - 2009
Surfing Santa Beach Parade
When: Dec 1 - 20, 2009
December. Holiday floats wind their way down Santa Rosa Island’s main street sharing holiday joy, candy, beads and trinkets. Santa oversees the festivities from high atop his bright red fire engine, which will deliver him to the Gulf side Pavilion to visit with children following the parade.
More Info: www.visitpensacolabeach.com
Phone: 850-932-1500
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Lighted Boat Parade
When: Dec 1 - 20, 2009
December. This sparkling spectacle of decorated vessels parading against the dark December sky delights those watching from the shores along the Portofino Boardwalk on Pensacola Beach. Boat captains compete for prizes as the nautical parade officially delivers Santa Claus to the Island.
More Info: www.visitpensacolabeach.com
Phone: 850-932-1500
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42nd Annual Snowball Derby
When: Dec 3 - 5, 2009
The Five Flags Speedway Snowball Derby is a race drivers and fans mark on their calendars each year. As one of the nation’s premier short track events, more than 30,000 race fans gather to see some of the biggest names in motorsports competing in a 300-lap race.
More Info: www.5flagsspeedway.com
Phone: 850-944-8400
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Navarre Christmas in the Park
When: Dec 5, 2009 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Navarre Park
Christmas in the Park is one of Navarre's favorite Holiday traditions. With over 75,000 glowing bulbs, 45 sponsored Snow Flakes, and a 22 foot high Christmas Tree, you'll be amazed at the enchantment and wonder of it all. Christmas in the Park is truly a winter wonderland no matter your age. Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit & Photos Free Bakery Goods Hot Cocoa & Cider School Choruses "The Grinch" Bicycles & Toys Community Parade Community Donations Your sponsorship enables us to host this beautiful Navarre tradition. The event is free to the community, and is appreciated by many families from all walks of our community. There is nothing better than seeing the kids' face when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by fire truck, or when they are one of many who win and select their own bicycle on stage that night! Sponsorship Levels Include: Event Sponsor Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsor Bike Sponsor Toy Sponsor Christmas Lights Baked Goods
More Info: www.navarrechamber.com
Phone: 939-3267
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KELLY CLARKSON - "ALL I EVER WANTED TOUR"
When: Dec 11, 2009
Where: Pensacola Civic Center, 201 E. Gregory St.
Clarkson has sold more than 20 million albums since her 2002 debut. Her current All I Ever Wanted release shattered Billboard records. Concert attendees can expect to hear latest hits including I Do Not Hook Up from the tour’s namesake album, along with her signature pop anthems. Show Information Friday, December 11th Ticket Information Tickets on sale Saturday, October 24th at 10am. Ticket prices are $49.50 and $39.50. Tickets are available at The Pensacola Civic Center Box Office, Ticketmaster outlets, Charge By Phone (800) 745-3000, or www.ticketmaster.com (additional fees may apply).
More Info: www.pensacolaciviccenter.com
Phone: 432-0800
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DAUGHTRY COMING TO PENSACOLA
When: Dec 21, 2009 7:30 PM
Where: Pensacola Civic Center, 201 E. Gregory St.
The tour announcement happens while Leave This Town continues its impressive streak of success. The album, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, sold more than a half million copies in five weeks. The album's first single, "No Surprise," is the band's fourth #1 hit, a rare feat for any recording artist. After finishing a sold out club tour this month, Chris Daughtry says the band is busy preparing for its upcoming arena tour. "We dreamed about how it would feel playing these songs to packed arenas, and we're excited to get our chance," Chris says. "We have a great show planned and can’t wait to hit the road to share it with our fans." Leave This Town is Daughtry's first album to debut at the top of the Billboard 200 and its second consecutive No. 1 album, selling 269,299 copies sold in its first week of release. Ticket Information Tickets on sale Saturday, September 26th at 10am. Ticket prices are $42.50 and $32.50. Tickets are available at The Pensacola Civic Center Box Office, Ticketmaster outlets, Charge By Phone (800) 745-3000, or www.ticketmaster.com (additional fees may apply). Tickets on Sale Saturday, September 26th at 10:00 AM
More Info: www.pensacolaciviccenter.com
Phone: 432-0800
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Pensacola Beach New Year's Eve Fireworks
When: Dec 31, 2009
Where: Pensacola Beach
More Info: www.visitpensacolabeach.com
Phone: 932-1500
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