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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Vacation Artfully

Pensacola has a charming, quaint feel. But when it comes to arts and entertainment, this coastal city knows how to make quite a scene.

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Museums Add Unexpected Vacation Dimension

While visitors flock to Pensacola for fun in the sun, there's a wealth of fascinating history and culture to be discovered in the community’s many diverse museums.

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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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