Summer Things to Do This Week in Pensacola
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(August 2 through August 9, 2026)
The first full week of August brings a historic tall ship, free beach concerts, live theater, a Hollywood murder mystery and a classic movie at the Saenger Theatre.
There are also plenty of ways to enjoy Pensacola Beach, from parasailing during the day to clear kayaks glowing across the water after dark.
Here are some of the best things to do around Pensacola this week.
See The New Cahoots at Bands on the Beach
Tuesday, August 4
7 PM to 9 PM
Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach
Pensacola Beach
Bands on the Beach continues Tuesday night with a free performance from The New Cahoots.
The weekly concert series takes place beside the Gulf at the Gulfside Pavilion. Guests can bring chairs or blankets, grab dinner nearby and enjoy live music from 7 to 9 PM.
Pets and glass containers are not permitted in the concert area. The free Pensacola Beach trolley can also help visitors avoid some of the parking congestion near Casino Beach.
Full Bands on the Beach schedule:
https://www.mustdopensacola.com/news/bands-on-the-beach-2026-lineup-pensacola-beach
Catch the Final Performances of Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Final performances through Sunday, August 9
Pensacola Little Theatre
400 South Jefferson Street
Downtown Pensacola
Disney’s The Little Mermaid enters its final week at Pensacola Little Theatre.
The family friendly stage production follows Ariel as she dreams of exploring the world above the sea and makes a dangerous bargain with Ursula. The musical includes familiar characters, original songs from the Disney story and large production numbers designed for the Mainstage.
The production closes Sunday, August 9, so this is the final week to see it in Pensacola.
See performance times and purchase tickets
Step Aboard the Historic Tall Ship ELISSA
Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9
Palafox Pier
Downtown Pensacola
Free deck tours
One of only three ships of its kind still actively sailing is making a rare stop in downtown Pensacola this weekend.
The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is a restored square rigged iron barque, the Official Tall Ship of Texas and a National Historic Landmark. Visitors can board the vessel for free self guided deck tours, meet members of the crew and learn how the ship was restored from a scrapyard into an active sailing museum.
Friday deck tours will be available from 9 AM to noon. Saturday and Sunday tours will run from 11 AM to 5 PM.
A four hour day sail is also scheduled Friday from 2 to 6 PM, followed by a Salute to Sunset party aboard the ship Saturday from 7 to 9 PM. Tickets are required for the day sail and sunset party.
See the full ELISSA schedule and reservations
Solve a Hollywood Murder Mystery at the Saenger
Saturday, August 8
7 PM
Saenger Theatre
Downtown Pensacola
The Saenger Theatre is rolling out the red carpet for a Hollywood themed murder mystery dinner.
Going Noir Mysteries will lead guests through an interactive case filled with suspects, clues and audience participation. The evening also includes a three course dinner, with guests selecting an entrée while purchasing tickets.
The experience begins at 7 PM Saturday inside the historic Saenger Theatre.
Purchase murder mystery tickets
Watch Jurassic Park on the Big Screen
Sunday, August 9
3 PM
Saenger Theatre
Downtown Pensacola
The Saenger Summer Movie Series continues Sunday afternoon with a screening of Jurassic Park.
The 1993 blockbuster returns to the theatre’s large screen at 3 PM, giving families and longtime fans a chance to experience the original dinosaur adventure inside one of downtown Pensacola’s most historic venues.
Purchase Jurassic Park tickets
Go Parasailing Over Pensacola Beach
Available throughout the week
Key Sailing
Pensacola Beach
Parasailing offers a completely different view of Pensacola Beach, with elevated views of the emerald water, white sand and surrounding coastline.
Key Sailing operates parasailing trips aboard a dedicated 31 foot parasail boat. This works well as a memorable vacation activity, date idea or an adventurous addition to a regular beach day.
Book Pensacola Beach parasailing
End the Night with Glow Paddle
Available throughout the week
Pensacola Beach Resort
Pensacola Beach
After the sun goes down, explore the protected waters of Pensacola Beach in a clear kayak equipped with waterproof LED lights.
The 45 minute Glow Paddle experience is open to all ages. Each kayak can seat one or two people, making it an easy nighttime activity for couples, families and groups. Paddleboards are also available for guests 18 and older.
Summer sessions can fill quickly, especially around sunset and on weekends.
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