Arts & Culture

An Abundance of Talent on Display

The greater Gulf Coast area is home to some of the world’s most talented artists.

From musicians to painters, sculptors to designers, ballet to songwriters – there’s no better place to enjoy a multitude of art forms. Festivals and events are abundant each year, as the Pensacola area celebrates local artists and welcomes those from around the globe. Local theaters also proudly host a variety of performances and events each year ranging from Broadway musicals to comedy skits, and everything in between. So buy a ticket – or buy a painting – when you visit Pensacola!

The Artistic Side of Pensacola

From galleries and exhibits to hands-on experiences, the Pensacola area has a way for everyone to show their artsy side.

What the Heck is a ‘Foo Foo’?

Fall may be the best time of the year to visit Pensacola. Our calendar packed full of festivals, food and fun, and the weather is some of the most beautiful of the year — warm enough to enjoy the sun, sand and surf, but not so hot that you're longing to get back into the air conditioning.

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Arts & Culture

Enjoy year-round opportunities to experience and appreciate the beauty that exists outside of the “world’s whitest beaches.” If you like to explore the arts, you can take in a theater show, catch a musical performance, admire the beauty of dance, visit some galleries or lose yourself in live music.

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History Museums

While visitors flock to Pensacola for fun in the sun, there's a wealth of fascinating history and culture to discover in the community’s diverse museums. Be sure to head inland and experience almost 500 years of history and culture surrounding our beautiful beaches.

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Artistic Finds in Every Corner

Looking for the perfect piece to take home from your vacation? Amazing art, both modern and traditional, can be found year-round at art galleries in the Pensacola Bay Area.

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Step Back in Time at Historic Pensacola Village & Explore Hands-On History

You're driving east on Zarragossa Street. in Downtown Pensacola, you notice that as soon as you cross Tarragona Street, it's like you are driving back in time. You officially entered Historic Pensacola Village - where it's perfectly normal to see a man in colonial costume carving the better part of a musket, or a costumed woman cooking over a fire.

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