Things to do in Pensacola: Antique Appraisal Fair; Rock4Vets; Oktoberfest; Randy Travis
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
MONDAY
Fall Foliage Zipline Tours
Sunday, Sept. 1 through Saturday, Nov. 30. Adventures Unlimited, 8974 Tomahawk Landing Road, Milton. Beaches to Woodlands in the fall is a great time to enjoy the many natural attractions at Adventures Unlimited located just north of Milton in the Blackwater River State Forest. Enjoy the changing colors and the rush of excitement while doing one of the Canopy Zipline Tours. Overnight accommodations at the resort’s campsites or cabins are available along with canoeing and kayaking down Coldwater Creek. More info: adventuresunlimited.com.
Monday Night Blues
7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the “blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and "BBQ and Bud" food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
TUESDAY
Bands on the Beach
7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach's popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features Class X. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or visitpensacolabeach.com.
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WEDNESDAY
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
7 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 11. Located at 8573 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach. The Navarre Beach Fire Department is hosting a memorial stair climb for first responders of 9/11. They will be raising money for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation benefitting the families of first responders. More info: facebook.com/NavarreBeachFireDepartment.
THURSDAY
The World is Your Oyster: A Collaboration Dinner
5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12. Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. Atlas Oyster House and executive chef Jason Hughes present The World is Your Oyster: A Collaboration Dinner featuring special guest executive chef Darian Hernandez of Brother Fox. Paying homage to Pensacola’s rich history, Chef Hernandez draws inspiration from Spanish-style cuisine and Old World cookery. $60. More info: greatsouthernrestaurants.com.
Dead Kennedys
7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show; Thursday, Sept. 12. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. The Dead Kennedys merged revolutionary politics with hardcore punk music and, in the process, became one of the defining hardcore bands. Often, they were more notable for their politics than their music, but that was part of their impact. The Kennedys were more inspired by British punk and the fiery, revolutionary inspired politics of the Sex Pistols than the artier tendencies of New York punk rockers. They will perform live in concert with special guests The Iron Roses and Billy Batts & The Made Men. $29.50. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.
FRIDAY
Coastal County Oktoberfest
11 a.m. Friday through Sunday, Sept. 13 through 15. Coastal County Brewing, 3041 E. Olive Road. Pensacola’s largest Oktoberfest celebration is set, making a full weekend out of the ‘beer’ necessities. Day one will feature the official beer release and Stein sale. On day two, participants can eat, drink and play with brews, brats and the official CCB Oktoberfest Games. Day three features the specialty can release. Organizers are planning heaps of festive attire, fun competitions, authentic German eats, live music, and the biggest release of family-brewed German Beer styles that mark this special time of year. More info: coastalcountybrewing.com.
Bands on the Blackwater
7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. Jernigan’s Landing, 5154 Willing St., Milton. Come by boat or bring a lawn chair and join friends and neighbors for the best live music on the Gulf Coast at the award winning, family-friendly Bands on the Blackwater concerts. The series offers a variety of music. This week features Chase Mitchell. Free. More info: 850-983-5400 or facebook.com/BandsOnTheBlackwater.
Mewvie Night: Beetlejuice
7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. Coastal Cat Café, 1508 W. Garden St. Beetlejuice is a quirky and entertaining film where a recently deceased couple enlists a mischievous ghost to help them reclaim their home from the living. In preparation for the highly anticipated new Beetlejuice movie, join organizers for a special screening at Coastal Cat Café. $32. More info: coastalcatpcola.com.
A Man For All Seasons
7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13 through 22. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. A Man For All Seasons is a captivating historical drama originally set in 16th century England during the reign of King Henry VIII. This production will transport the story to the Cold War era, offering a unique perspective on the timeless themes of morality and political struggle. The play delves into the moral and political challenges faced by Sir Thomas More, a devout Catholic and loyal subject of the King. More info: pensacolalittletheatre.com.
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SATURDAY
Rock4Vets 5K Run/Walk
7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Maritime Park Amphitheater, 301 W. Main St. The Rock4Vets 5K Run/Walk is an annual event that combines fitness, music, and fun to raise funds and awareness for local homeless veterans. Participants can run or walk a 5K course, then enjoy live music performances, food, drinks, and games in a vibrant festival atmosphere. More info: choosepeoples.com/rock4vets.
Antique Appraisal Fair
9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Garth’s Auction Gallery, 3930 Navy Blvd. The Pensacola Historic Preservation Society presents its 28th Antique Appraisal Fair. This will be an opportunity for the public to bring items for area antique dealers and experts to appraise. Sponsored by the Pensacola Historic Preservation Society Inc. to benefit the society's historical outreach programs such as the Quina House Museum. Tickets are $5 per person, which allows attendees to have one object appraised. Additional objects may be appraised for $3 apiece. More info: pensacolahistoricpreservationsociety.com.
Randy Travis: More Life Tour
7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. The Randy Travis: More Life Tour features the legendary country singer and his co-star in The Price, James Dupré. The Country Music Hall of Fame member’s long-time touring band, consisting of Steve Hinson, David Johnson, Lance Dary, Bill Cook, Joe Van Dyke, and Herb Shucher along with longtime tour manager Jeff Davis have rejoined “Hoss,” as they affectionately call Travis, on the road after his life-changing stroke in 2013. The show will consist of Dupré and the band performing all 16 of his iconic number ones. Randy Travis will make a special appearance. Tickets start at $53. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
Reggaeton Rave
9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Reggaeton Rave is an electrifying fusion of pulsating rhythms, vibrant energy, and an immersive sensory journey where Latinx and Electronic music collide in an unforgettable dance celebration. Reggaeton Rave challenges the conventional way of seeing live music and turns it on its head. For ages 18 and older. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.
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