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(November 2–8, 2026)
November is starting with one of the biggest weeks of the year in Pensacola!
The Blue Angels are coming home for their final performances of 2026, downtown is preparing for the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival, and the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival is bringing hundreds of musicians to the Gulf Coast.
Add in the Pensacola Greek Festival, Foo Foo Festival and the SEC Women's Soccer Tournament, and there's no shortage of things to do.
Plus, there's a rare opportunity to see the historic SS United States from the water before it leaves Mobile for its final voyage.
Whether you're looking for a free festival, a memorable date night or something fun to do with the family, here's what's happening around Pensacola November 2–8.
Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow
Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7
Gates open at 8 AM | Blue Angels fly around 2 PM
NAS Pensacola
The biggest event of the week is finally here!
The Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow takes place Friday and Saturday at Naval Air Station Pensacola, bringing two days of aerial performances to the team's hometown.
The annual event marks the final performances of the Blue Angels' 2026 season and is expected to draw enormous crowds.
This year's show is particularly special as NAS Pensacola celebrates its 200th anniversary.
Visitors can expect aerial demonstrations from military and civilian performers, aircraft displays, food vendors and activities throughout the day.
Gates open at 8 AM on both days, with performances beginning around 9:30 AM and the Blue Angels scheduled to fly at approximately 2 PM.
General admission and parking are free.
Watch the Blue Angels From a Boat
Want to turn Homecoming weekend into an unforgettable Pensacola experience?
Instead of spending the entire day navigating crowds and traffic, consider watching the Blue Angels from the water.
Local boat operators offer Homecoming airshow cruises that combine the excitement of the Blue Angels with an afternoon on Pensacola's waterways.
It's an especially appealing option for couples, families and visitors who want a different perspective on one of Pensacola's biggest events.
Cruise availability is limited, so it's worth checking your options before the weekend.
Explore Blue Angels Homecoming Boat Cruises and Book Your Spot
For everyone heading to NAS Pensacola, we've also put together a complete guide covering the schedule, parking, admission, performers, base access and everything else you need to know.
Read Our Complete Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow Guide
Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival
Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8
Friday and Saturday: 9 AM–5 PM | Sunday: 9 AM–4 PM
Seville Square | Downtown Pensacola
One of Pensacola's most beloved annual festivals takes over historic Seville Square this weekend.
The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival brings more than 200 artists from across the country to downtown Pensacola for three days of art, live entertainment, food and family activities.
Visitors can explore booths featuring original paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, photography and other handmade creations.
The festival also features live music, heritage arts demonstrations and plenty of opportunities to meet the artists behind the work.
Families can enjoy the Children's Arts Festival on Saturday and Sunday, with hands-on activities designed to encourage creativity.
Best of all, admission is completely free.
It's a great opportunity to spend a fall afternoon downtown, support working artists and enjoy one of Pensacola's signature cultural events.
See Our Complete Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival Guide
Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival
Thursday, November 5 through Sunday, November 15
Venues Throughout Perdido Key, Orange Beach and the Gulf Coast
If you love live music, this is one of the best weeks of the year to be on the Gulf Coast.
The 42nd annual Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival begins Thursday, bringing more than 200 songwriters and over 600 performances to venues throughout the region.
Unlike a traditional concert, the festival gives audiences the opportunity to hear songs directly from the people who wrote them.
Performers share stories about their music, the experiences that inspired their lyrics and what happens behind the scenes in the songwriting process.
The festival takes place at more than two dozen stages, including the legendary Flora-Bama and numerous restaurants, bars and entertainment venues throughout Perdido Key and Orange Beach.
Many performances are free, making it easy to catch a show or explore several different venues throughout the week.
Whether you're a country music fan, enjoy acoustic performances or simply love discovering new musicians, this festival offers something special.
See Our Complete Frank Brown Songwriters Festival Guide
Pensacola Greek Festival
Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8
Friday and Saturday: 11 AM–9 PM | Sunday: 11 AM–3 PM
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church | 1720 W. Garden Street
Come hungry!
The Pensacola Greek Festival is bringing authentic Greek food, traditional music and cultural celebrations to Pensacola this weekend.
Held at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, the annual festival is one of the area's longstanding cultural traditions.
Visitors can enjoy Greek favorites such as gyros, spanakopita, moussaka, roast lamb and traditional pastries while experiencing live music and folk dancing.
The festival also offers church tours, giving guests the opportunity to learn more about Greek Orthodox traditions and the history of the local congregation.
Admission is free, with food and other purchases available throughout the event.
If you're looking for a great lunch or dinner option this weekend, the Greek Festival is a fun way to enjoy authentic food while supporting a local community tradition.
See the Pensacola Greek Festival Schedule
Foo Foo Festival Continues Across Pensacola
All Week | Through November 9
Various Locations Throughout Pensacola
Pensacola's biggest celebration of arts and culture continues this week with performances, exhibitions, interactive installations and special events across the city.
Foo Foo Festival runs through November 9, showcasing the creativity of Pensacola's arts community.
This week's program includes several performances and exhibitions worth exploring.
Carnival of the Animals
Ballet Pensacola presents Carnival of the Animals, an original family production combining dance, music, puppetry and visual storytelling.
Remaining performances are scheduled for November 2 and 3 at the Clark Family Cultural Center.
Lightspill
An interactive art installation at Artel Gallery brings light, color and creativity to downtown Pensacola.
The exhibit is located at 223 S. Palafox Street and continues throughout the festival.
Side Show
PenArts presents Side Show, a theatrical production at 306 N. De Villiers Street.
Performances continue during the festival, offering another option for a night out downtown.
Night Moves Music Fest
Night Moves Music Fest takes place November 3–4 as part of the Foo Foo Festival lineup, adding another live music experience to the week.
With so many different events happening, Foo Foo Festival is a great way to explore Pensacola's creative side.
Some activities are free, while others require advance tickets.
Explore the Complete Foo Foo Festival Schedule
Last Chance to See the SS United States Before It's Sunk
Limited-Time Opportunity | Mobile, Alabama
Here's something you won't get another chance to experience.
The historic SS United States, once the fastest ocean liner in the world, is preparing to leave Mobile for its final voyage.
Okaloosa County has scheduled the 990-foot ship to be deployed as the world's largest artificial reef on November 12, approximately 22 nautical miles southwest of Destin-Fort Walton Beach.
Before it disappears beneath the Gulf, visitors still have an opportunity to see the legendary vessel from the water.
Take a Perdido Queen Mobile River Tour
The Perdido Queen offers guided sightseeing cruises along the Mobile River, including views of the SS United States while it's docked in Mobile.
The cruise gives passengers an opportunity to appreciate the enormous size of the historic ocean liner while learning about its record-breaking history.
Along the way, you'll also see Mobile's busy waterfront, working ships and historic maritime landmarks.
The approximately one-hour experience is a great option for families, history enthusiasts or anyone looking for a unique Gulf Coast day trip.
And with the ship's final departure approaching, it's an especially timely experience.
Book a Perdido Queen Mobile River Tour to See the SS United States
The Perdido Queen is also advertising a special farewell cruise for November 9, when the SS United States is expected to depart Mobile. That departure remains subject to operational and weather conditions.
If you're hoping to see the vessel before it leaves, check the current cruise calendar and confirm the ship's location before booking.
We've also put together a complete guide to the November 12 sinking, including public viewing opportunities, the planned livestream and the history behind the ship.
See How to Watch the SS United States Sinking and Experience the Ship Before It's Gone
SEC Women's Soccer Tournament Begins
Sunday, November 8 through Sunday, November 15
Ashton Brosnaham Soccer Complex | Pensacola
Championship college soccer is coming to Pensacola this weekend.
The SEC Women's Soccer Tournament officially begins Sunday, November 8, bringing the conference's top 12 teams to Ashton Brosnaham Soccer Complex.
The tournament features some of the top women's soccer programs in the country competing for the SEC championship.
Fans will have the opportunity to attend games throughout the following week, with the championship match scheduled for Sunday, November 15.
Tickets are available for individual sessions or through tournament packages.
Discounted admission is offered for eligible military personnel, seniors, teachers and students, while children ages five and younger receive free admission.
The tournament is an exciting opportunity for Pensacola residents to enjoy high-level college athletics close to home.
See Our SEC Women's Soccer Tournament Guide
Make a Week Out of It
With several of Pensacola's biggest annual events happening at the same time, this is a week worth planning ahead for.
Start the week exploring Foo Foo Festival exhibitions or catching one of its live performances.
Thursday marks the beginning of the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival, bringing live music to venues throughout Perdido Key and Orange Beach.
Then Friday brings one of the busiest weekends of the year.
The Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow, Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival and Pensacola Greek Festival are all happening November 6–8.
You could spend Friday watching the Blue Angels, Saturday exploring local art and enjoying Greek food, and Sunday catching the opening of the SEC Women's Soccer Tournament.
And if you're looking for a truly unique day trip, this may be your last opportunity to see the SS United States before its final voyage.
Just remember that the Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow is expected to draw large crowds, so allow extra travel time around NAS Pensacola and downtown throughout the weekend.
For more concerts, markets, festivals and community events, explore the Must Do Pensacola Events Calendar.
Looking for more activities you can book around the event schedule? Browse our Best Things to Do in Pensacola Guide.
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