Community Calendar

Get a double dose of spooky Halloween fun Saturday, October 25 from 9am-2pm at the Palafox Market Halloween Market! Trick or treat with 200+ vendors spread across two historic downtown Pensacola parks: MLK, Jr. Plaza and Plaza Ferdinand.

A free Haunted Trolley will board courageous riders from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. — and the first 50 kids who ride will get a special treat! Keep an eye out for Winterfest’s Pumpkin Man—he’ll be walking through both parks handing out candy. There’s also:

• Creepy Crawly Zoo from Animal Tales from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Plaza Ferdinand)

• A Halloween Selfie Station from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Plaza Ferdinand)

• Festival games happening from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Plaza Ferdinand)

All activities are free!

Join Master Gardener Volunteers for demonstrations, garden tours, and gardening-themed giveaways. Topics include: Cool Season Herbs and Vegetables, Adaptive Gardening Tips, Composting and Vermicomposting, Growing Your Own Plants, Planting a Wildflower Garden, Care of Tools, Coastal Gardening, Container Gardening, and Kids Activities

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and crack the case. We're dying to have you at our next Sip & Science: Mystery at the Museum.

Get clued-in to a night of sipping and sleuthing! See if you can crack the case by solving our murder mystery at your own pace, solo or in teams. We'll also have all our regular museum exhibits up and running including mystery-themed trivia on the sciPad. You'll get to explore the field of forensic science, play with fun technology, and compete for some awesome prizes while you figure out whodunit. Was it the the museum caretaker, in the reptile room, with the Bunsen burner? Or perhaps the night watchman, in the exhibit hall, with the scalpel? Bonus points (and prizes) to those who come in their best spy, sleuth, detective, or Clue-themed costumes...Scooby Gang, anyone?

Guests age 21+ (IDs will be checked at the door)

The legend lives on and is more haunting than ever…
Dracula reawakens, but not as you remember him. Ballet Pensacola unveils this reimagined tale of temptation and terror that will transport audiences into a world where elegance meets the eerie.

Featuring original, pulse-pounding choreography by a special Guest Choreographer, this chilling reinvention weaves gothic horror with hypnotic beauty, creating a must-see ballet that’s as thrilling as it is elegant. From sweeping romantic duets to explosive ensemble work, every moment is infused with danger, beauty, and passion.

This isn’t just a ballet, it’s dark, daring, and it’s waiting for you. Enter the shadows — if you dare...

The legend lives on and is more haunting than ever…
Dracula reawakens, but not as you remember him. Ballet Pensacola unveils this reimagined tale of temptation and terror that will transport audiences into a world where elegance meets the eerie.

Featuring original, pulse-pounding choreography by a special Guest Choreographer, this chilling reinvention weaves gothic horror with hypnotic beauty, creating a must-see ballet that’s as thrilling as it is elegant. From sweeping romantic duets to explosive ensemble work, every moment is infused with danger, beauty, and passion.

This isn’t just a ballet, it’s dark, daring, and it’s waiting for you. Enter the shadows — if you dare...

Your voice matters — come be heard.

We’re hosting a public town hall with former Congressman David Jolly to discuss what’s most important to Escambia County. This isn’t a rally—it’s a conversation. Ask questions, share concerns, and hear direct answers.

Monday, Oct 27 | 5:30–7:00 PM
Molino Community Center, 6450-A Hwy 95A N
Hosted by If Not Us. Free and open to the public.

RSVP (optional): https://mobilize.us/s/hOfkCE
Find out more about the host: linktr.ee/IfNotUs

Let’s show what a constructive community conversation looks like.

Tickets are now available for Hauntcert: A Family-Friendly Halloween Concert, presented by the Pensacola Children’s Chorus (PCC). Reserve your seats for PCC’s first concert of the season, held at the Jane C. Noonan Center on the campus of First Presbyterian Church of Pensacola on October 27 and 28.

Prepare to be spellbound as the exceptionally talented members of PCC’s advanced choirs present an evening of Halloween-themed musical fun and imagination. Trick-or-treat and have a ball with witches, cats, pirates, princesses, superheroes and friendly vampires! Let your imagination run wild and become whatever you want to be in our Halloween costume shop.

Gather 'round the campfire for some not-so-scary stories told through song, and join in an exciting, interactive musical adventure where children will use their voices to bring an imaginary haunted house to life—and even help catch a pesky ghost! Then, get ready to move as kids and families join our singers on stage for a lively costume conga line. The night also features reimagined versions of your favorite 90s pop tunes, all with a spooky seasonal twist.

Hauntcert has a run time of approximately 40 minutes and will feature additional activities designed with families in mind. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., children are invited to go trick-or-treating in the concert venue at stations hosted by PCC’s community partners. There will also be time for a photo meet-and-greet with your favorite featured performers.

All audience members are encouraged to dress up in a fun and family-friendly fashion, though participants should refrain from using masks or prop weaponry. During a special part of the concert, children will have the chance to showcase their costumes from the stage and participate in the music-making magic alongside PCC’s singers.

Tickets are now available for Hauntcert: A Family-Friendly Halloween Concert, presented by the Pensacola Children’s Chorus (PCC). Reserve your seats for PCC’s first concert of the season, held at the Jane C. Noonan Center on the campus of First Presbyterian Church of Pensacola on October 27 and 28.

Prepare to be spellbound as the exceptionally talented members of PCC’s advanced choirs present an evening of Halloween-themed musical fun and imagination. Trick-or-treat and have a ball with witches, cats, pirates, princesses, superheroes and friendly vampires! Let your imagination run wild and become whatever you want to be in our Halloween costume shop.

Gather 'round the campfire for some not-so-scary stories told through song, and join in an exciting, interactive musical adventure where children will use their voices to bring an imaginary haunted house to life—and even help catch a pesky ghost! Then, get ready to move as kids and families join our singers on stage for a lively costume conga line. The night also features reimagined versions of your favorite 90s pop tunes, all with a spooky seasonal twist.

Hauntcert has a run time of approximately 40 minutes and will feature additional activities designed with families in mind. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., children are invited to go trick-or-treating in the concert venue at stations hosted by PCC’s community partners. There will also be time for a photo meet-and-greet with your favorite featured performers.

All audience members are encouraged to dress up in a fun and family-friendly fashion, though participants should refrain from using masks or prop weaponry. During a special part of the concert, children will have the chance to showcase their costumes from the stage and participate in the music-making magic alongside PCC’s singers.

Adult CPR, AED, & First Aid Training in Downtown Pensacola
Join us for an Adult CPR, AED, & First Aid Training presented by Heartbeat Safety on Thursday, October 30, from 9 AM - 1 PM in downtown Pensacola, FL.

CLASS IS OPEN TO ANYONE AGE 12+
Classes are $135 per person.
Register here: www.heartbeatsafety.org/classes

Participants in American Red Cross Adult CPR/First Aid/AED Training courses gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to recognize and respond to emergency situations until EMS arrives.

Students learn proficient CPR, how to effectively utilize an AED, and how to best respond to the onset of sudden illnesses - Diabetic Attack, Stroke, Poisoning, Allergic Reaction, and other first aid emergencies.

The American Red Cross issues certificates for students who successfully complete this course, valid for 2 years from the date of the class.

To register go to: www.heartbeatsafety.org/classes

For more information about this event, visit https://foofoofest.com/2025-event/hallozine-festival/

Welcome to HalloZine Fest!

HalloZine Fest is a two-day zine festival held Thursday 10/30 and Friday 10/31 in beautiful Pensacola, FL.

Some of the special features of HalloZine Fest are:

+Zine market of local and national zines by DIY creators
+Exhibition on zine culture and its evolution over the years
+Workshops by zine makers and creatives
+DIY maker stations for zine-making, button-making, and block printing
+"Take a Zine, Leave a Zine" trading table
+Collaborative zine project with other attendees to the festival
+AND engaging keynote speakers sharing about their life in zines:

--->> Julia Arredondo (Vice Versa Press)
--->> Alex Wrekk (Stolen Sharpie Revolution)
--->> Julia Gorton (Beat It! zine)

Close out the event on 10/31/25 at a Halloween Party at the legendary venue, The Handlebar. (Tickets sold separately.)

Get ready to browse through a variety of unique zines, meet talented artists, and create your own zine and artwork at one of our DIY stations. Enjoy a pizza party and movie night and a Halloween Party. Costumes encouraged throughout the event while we celebrate our vibrant zine culture.

Whether you're a seasoned zine enthusiast or just curious about this creative medium, HalloZine Fest has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this exciting event!

Follow up on instagram @pensacolazinefest or follow our linktree for emerging details about this event: https://lnk.bio/Pensacolazinefest

HalloZine Fest is part of Foo Foo Fest, a 12-day celebration of arts and culture held each year in the fall in Pensacola