Summer Things to Do This Week in Pensacola
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(May 10–17, 2026)
Summer activity is starting to ramp up around Pensacola and Pensacola Beach, with Blue Angels practices returning to NAS Pensacola, major beach festivals, downtown events, and plenty happening on the water this week.
Here are five things to check out around the area.
Blue Angels Practice + Autograph Session
Wednesday, May 13
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
National Naval Aviation Museum
The Blue Angels return to Pensacola this week with a public practice followed by an autograph session at noon inside the Naval Aviation Museum.
Civilian access to NAS Pensacola is now reopened, allowing visitors to once again watch practices directly from the museum grounds.
Practice guide + access info:
https://www.mustdopensacola.com/blueangelspractices
Snorkeling + Dolphin Cruise with Frisky Mermaid
Daily Tours
Pensacola Beach
Frisky Mermaid Dolphin Cruises & Snorkeling combines a dolphin cruise through the Santa Rosa Sound with beginner-friendly snorkeling stops over shallow artificial reefs.
The trip is family-friendly, stays in calmer water, and regularly spots fish, rays, dolphins, and other marine life along the way.
Gallery Night “Festa Italiana”
Friday, May 15
5 PM – 9 PM
Downtown Pensacola
Gallery Night returns downtown this Friday with an Italian-themed evening featuring local artists, live music, food vendors, performers, and restaurants throughout downtown Pensacola.
The monthly event transforms Palafox and surrounding streets into one of the busiest nights of the month downtown.
Event info:
https://www.facebook.com/events/978834884507360/
Home Sweet Home Gulf Coast Block Party
Saturday, May 16
12 PM – 4 PM
Blue Wahoos Stadium
The Home Sweet Home Gulf Coast Block Party brings bounce houses, local vendors, giveaways, kickball games, home run derby competitions, food, and family activities to Blue Wahoos Stadium this Saturday.
The event mixes a community festival atmosphere with local businesses and interactive activities throughout the afternoon.
More info:
https://www.mustdopensacola.com/news/home-sweet-home-block-party-pensacola
Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival
Sunday, May 17
12 PM – 5 PM
Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
The Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival returns Sunday with wine tastings, beachside artists, live music, food vendors, and more than 60 tasting and retail booths along the Boardwalk.
Grand Tasting tickets include unlimited tastings from 2 PM – 5 PM plus a commemorative wine glass and light bites from local restaurants.
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