MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!

Come for the Pelican Drop - stay for the weekend!

In Pensacola we have a multitude of events over the New Year's weekend including holiday specials at local restaurants, exhibits at area museums, and great deals on unique shopping!

FRIDAY

Grab an early dinner and sample some of the best Southern cuisine on the planet at The Fish House or sample flavors from around the world at The Global Grill before heading over to watch the Pensacola's professional hockey team the Ice Flyers take on the Mississippi Surge at 7pm at the Civic Center.
Listen to live music at Hopjacks or check out the club scene at one of Downtown's many venues such as Seville Quarter, Intermission, and 5½ bar.
Begin your evening with complimentary Wine Tasting at Distinctive Kitchens at 4:30pm to 7pm.
Explore Pensacola’s Historic Village with a comprehensive guided tour of picturesque historic homes and buildings with your friends and family from 10am-4pm.

SATURDAY

Leisure/Shopping

Grab coffee and a quick conversation at The Leisure Club before taking your friends and family on a fun self-guided walking tour of Historic Downtown Pensacola.
Find the perfect New Year's Eve outfit at one of Downtown Pensacola's fine retailers such as Indigeaux and Don Alan's
Enjoy a delicious lunch at popular hangout Dharma Blue before taking a stroll on the beach with loved ones at the world-renowned Gulf Islands National Seashore.
Don't miss your chance to fly around the world with the film "Magic of Flight", featuring cutting edge graphics and aerial views, at one of the largest IMAX theaters in the world at the National Naval Aviation Museum.
Spend your afternoon at the historic Pensacola Lighthouse and museum and watch one of Pensacola's world-renowned sunsets.

Events

Attend a special "Celebrate the New Year" performance by Pensacola Symphony Orchestra at the Saenger Theater in Downtown Pensacola. The show starts at 7pm and features notable trumpet player Ryan Anthony (formerly of the Canadian Orchestra).
Celebrate the New Year and enjoy local music, great food, and exciting entertainment at the 2011 Pelican Drop.

Enjoy a delicious lunch Downtown before taking a stroll on the beach with loved ones at the world-renowned Gulf Islands National Seashore.
Don’t miss your chance to fly around the world with the film “Magic of Flight”, featuring cutting edge graphics and aerial views, at one of the largest IMAX theaters in the world at the National Naval Aviation Museum.
Spend your afternoon at the historic Pensacola Lighthouse and museum and watch one of Pensacola’s world-renowned sunsets.
Celebrate the New Year and enjoy local music, great food, and exciting entertainment at the 2011 Pelican Drop.

SUNDAY

Leisure/Shopping

Sleep in or walk off your celebration with a hearty brunch and live jazz music at award-winning Five Sister's Blues Café or another one of Pensacola's premier restaurants.
Get some obligatory Black Eyed Pees at Atlas Oyster House then watch Sunday's Football game at one of Downtown's popular sports bars such as Helen Back or New York Nick's.
Take the family to see some dazzling holiday lights and exotic animals at the Gulf Breeze Zoo.

Get some obligatory Black Eyed Pees and then watch Sunday’s Football game at one of Pensacola’s many sportsbars
Take the family to see some dazzling holiday lights and exotic animals at the Gulf Breeze Zoo.
Take your friends and family on a fun self-guided walking tour of Historic Downtown Pensacola.

Parks

Below is a list of locals' favorite parks downtown. For a comprehensive list of all parks in Pensacola check out Play Pensacola for more information.

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