Summer Things to Do This Week in Pensacola
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(July 6–July 12, 2026)
July is moving fast around Pensacola, and this week brings a mix of beach concerts, baseball, fireworks, marine science, snorkeling, and family-friendly activities.
From the Blue Wahoos homestand at the stadium to a free marine biology event on Pensacola Beach, there are plenty of ways to get out during the second week of July.
Here are some of the best things to do around Pensacola this week.
Bands on the Beach: Elvis Tribute
Tuesday, July 7
7 PM to 9 PM
Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach
Pensacola Beach
Bands on the Beach continues Tuesday night with an Elvis Tribute at the Gulfside Pavilion on Pensacola Beach.
The free weekly concert series is one of the easiest ways to enjoy a summer evening on the beach. Guests can bring chairs or blankets, grab dinner nearby, and enjoy live music with a Gulf view.
Parking around Casino Beach can get busy, so arriving early is a good idea.
Full Bands on the Beach schedule:
https://www.mustdopensacola.com/news/bands-on-the-beach-2026-lineup-pensacola-beach
Catch a Blue Wahoos Game
Tuesday, July 7 through Sunday, July 12
Blue Wahoos Stadium
Downtown Pensacola
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos are home this week for a full homestand against the Montgomery Biscuits.
The series includes several theme nights, giveaways, and fireworks shows over Pensacola Bay.
Game schedule:
Tuesday, July 7
6:05 PM
Doggone Tuesday
Wednesday, July 8
6:05 PM
Summer Fireworks
Thursday, July 9
6:05 PM
Mullet Thursday
Friday, July 10
6:05 PM
Giveaway Friday and World Soccer Night
Saturday, July 11
6:05 PM
Fireworks Saturday and Pensacola Sky Jockeys Beach Towel giveaway
Sunday, July 12
1:05 PM
Must Do Pensacola is also running a Midsummer Fire Giveaway for two tickets to the Saturday, July 11 game. The winner will get to watch the Blue Wahoos take on the Montgomery Biscuits and stay for the fireworks show after the game.
Entries close Thursday, July 9 at 3 PM.
To enter, join the Pensacola Giveaways Facebook Group and sign up for the Pensacola Summer of Fun Giveaway.
Giveaway group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pensacolagiveaways
Summer of Fun signup:
https://tinyurl.com/pcolasummerfun
Take a Snorkel Cruise with Frisky Mermaid
Available throughout the week
Pensacola Beach
A snorkel cruise is a good way to spend time on the water while seeing another side of Pensacola Beach.
Frisky Mermaid offers a snorkeling experience that gives guests a chance to get out on the boat, enjoy the water, and explore local marine life around the Pensacola area.
It works well for families, couples, visitors, or anyone looking for a summer activity beyond a regular beach day.
Ride Go-Karts at Laguna’s
Available throughout the week
Laguna’s Adventure Park
Pensacola Beach
If you need something fun to do before or after beach time, Laguna’s Adventure Park has go-karts on Pensacola Beach.
The go-kart track is a good option for families, groups, and visitors looking for something active that does not require getting in the water. It can also be paired with other activities at Laguna’s or a full day around the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk area.
Science by the Shore
Sunday, July 12
Noon to 3 PM
Behind Shaggy’s Pensacola Beach
701 Pensacola Beach Boulevard
Free
Science by the Shore is bringing hands-on marine biology education to the waterfront behind Shaggy’s on Pensacola Beach.
Presented by Wave Cutter Charters, the free public outreach program gives guests a chance to learn about what lives in local waters, from microscopic plankton to larger marine ecosystems.
The July 12 event is Shark Week themed and includes opportunities to view plankton under a microscope, observe local marine life, explore marine science equipment, and take part in a Q and A about the featured sea creatures of the month.
No sign-up is required. Guests can drop in anytime between noon and 3 PM.
Wave Cutter Charters also offers a Marine Biology Tour for families and visitors who want a more in-depth experience on the water.
Spend Time on Pensacola Beach
Any day this week
Pensacola Beach
With summer in full swing, this is also a good week to keep things simple and spend a day on Pensacola Beach.
Plan a beach day, walk the Boardwalk, visit local restaurants, check out Quietwater Beach, or pair your beach trip with one of the activities happening this week.
Before heading out, check current beach flags, bring water and sun protection, and plan ahead for parking during peak hours.
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