The best things to do in Pensacola

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Pensacola Cooks Commissary & Classroom makes this week's dinners tastier with cooking classes that actually teach skills, not just pretty…

4051 Barrancas Ave Unit C · ✓ checked Jul 28

Pensacola Cooks Commissary & Classroom makes this week's dinners tastier with cooking classes that actually teach skills, not just pretty plating, then turns up the community vibe with a shared kitchen of 20+ local food makers. Grab a friend, book a class, and let dinner practically cook itself.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Grizzly Axes

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Grizzly Axes is where Pensacola locals blow off steam by hurling axes at targets, adding knife throwing to the mix, then swapping…

6300 N Davis Hwy · ✓ checked Jul 28

Grizzly Axes is where Pensacola locals blow off steam by hurling axes at targets, adding knife throwing to the mix, then swapping destruction for creation with splatter-happy Messy Murals. Feeling extra spicy? Hit the Den of Destruction rage room or join a league and make weeknights way less boring.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Locals who crave a quiet, coastal track will love NAS Penscola Golf Course, aka A.C. Read Golf Course, where fairways wind beneath live…

799-1313 Duncan Rd

C. Read Golf Course, where fairways wind beneath live oaks draped in Spanish moss and Gulf breezes keep your shot honest, perfect for a midweek tune-up or a low-key weekend round.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Lost Key Golf Club

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Chasing a personal best or just fresh air, Lost Key Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 71 Arnold Palmer Championship public course with Sea Dwarf…

13681 Lost Key Blvd

Chasing a personal best or just fresh air, Lost Key Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 71 Arnold Palmer Championship public course with Sea Dwarf Paspalum from tee to green and five sets of tees. It was Florida’s first course certified as an Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary.

From the Orange Beach newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Goofy Golf of Pensacola is a family-friendly mini golf staple, open since 1958, with your choice of 18 or 36 holes that feel just the right…

3924 W Navy Blvd

Goofy Golf of Pensacola is a family-friendly mini golf staple, open since 1958, with your choice of 18 or 36 holes that feel just the right amount of goofy. Great for low-key dates, birthday gatherings, or corralling the kids for an hour of friendly competition.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Whether it's a milestone bash, retirement send-off, or team mixer, The Landing @ RedFishBlueFish is a laid-back beachfront event space with…

5-K Via De Luna Dr (Pensacola Beach)

Whether it's a milestone bash, retirement send-off, or team mixer, The Landing @ RedFishBlueFish is a laid-back beachfront event space with open-air gathering spots, panoramic water views, and ridiculous sunsets.

From the Navarre newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Founded in 1902 as the oldest private country club in Florida, Pensacola Country Club brings seriously good golf on beautifully manicured…

1500 Bayshore Dr

Founded in 1902 as the oldest private country club in Florida, Pensacola Country Club brings seriously good golf on beautifully manicured greens, plus tennis, pickleball, a pool and fitness to keep your week balanced. Two full-service dining rooms and flexible event spaces make it a true home base for members.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Scenic Hills Country Club serves up an 18-hole, championship-caliber track that’s Florida’s only U.S. Open host, site of the 1969 USGA…

8891 Burning Tree Rd · ✓ checked Aug 7

S. Open host, site of the 1969 USGA Women’s Open, with tee boxes for every level. Grab a tee time this week or pop into The Grille’s new menus, then bask in local golf lore.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Tired of the same loop, Navarre neighbor? Tiger Point Golf Club pairs Santa Rosa Sound views with a sweet balance of fun and challenge, so…

1255 Country Club Rd (Gulf Breeze)

Tired of the same loop, Navarre neighbor? Tiger Point Golf Club pairs Santa Rosa Sound views with a sweet balance of fun and challenge, so grab a tee time this week, book lessons for the kids or your golf-curious friend, and let the sea breeze take partial credit for any extra strokes.

From the Navarre newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Tivoli High House

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Reconstructed in 1976 from old photos and digs, Tivoli High House revives an 1805 boarding and gaming house and tavern and today doubles as…

205 Zaragoza St

Reconstructed in 1976 from old photos and digs, Tivoli High House revives an 1805 boarding and gaming house and tavern and today doubles as Historic Pensacola’s ticket hub and museum store. Pop in to grab passes, browse local-history finds, then wander the village like you actually meant to all year.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

5007 N Davis Hwy Unit 8A

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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UFO Golf

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UFO Golf turns Pensacola Beach mini-golf into a close encounter, with whimsical extraterrestrials, 18 playful holes, and an after-dark…

2 Via De Luna Dr (Pensacola Beach)

UFO Golf turns Pensacola Beach mini-golf into a close encounter, with whimsical extraterrestrials, 18 playful holes, and an after-dark light show synced to the aliens’ favorite jams. This week, grab a scoop from the ice cream bar, squeeze in some arcade bragging rights, then call it a gulf-side win.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Fast Eddies Fun Center packs over 3 acres with four go-kart tracks, tropical mini-golf, an arcade, batting cages, and kid-magnet extras…

505 W Michigan Ave

Fast Eddies Fun Center packs over 3 acres with four go-kart tracks, tropical mini-golf, an arcade, batting cages, and kid-magnet extras like Fast Eddie’s Mining Company. It’s locally owned, clean, and easygoing, which makes it a clutch spot for after-school wiggles or low-stress weekend hangs.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 6, 2026

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This week, play the former Pensacola Open site at Perdido Bay Golf Course, a public championship track with a legit practice facility and…

1 Doug Ford Dr #8707

This week, play the former Pensacola Open site at Perdido Bay Golf Course, a public championship track with a legit practice facility and lessons if the slice is back. Grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Legends Bar + Grille after your round, or just hit the range and call it a win.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Between the rolling woodlands and playable Earl Stone design, Marcus Pointe Golf Club hits that sweet spot for Pensacola locals. Tee it up…

2500 Oak Pointe Dr

Between the rolling woodlands and playable Earl Stone design, Marcus Pointe Golf Club hits that sweet spot for Pensacola locals. Tee it up on 600 acres, then stick around for The Grille, Tuesday happy hour, Thursday league, and a bi-weekly couples league that keeps the friendly competition lively.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Osceola Municipal Golf Course nails that quick-round vibe, with renovated greens, an 18-hole layout, and a state-of-the-art practice…

300 Tonawanda Dr

Osceola Municipal Golf Course nails that quick-round vibe, with renovated greens, an 18-hole layout, and a state-of-the-art practice facility and driving range. After the last putt, the clubhouse bar is there, and if you want more than solo swings, tournaments and group play keep the local golf crowd connected.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 10, 2026

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The Graffiti Bridge

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The Graffiti Bridge is Pensacola’s ever-changing canvas, perfect for a quick creative reset when you’re in between errands or just need a…

N 17th Ave

The Graffiti Bridge is Pensacola’s ever-changing canvas, perfect for a quick creative reset when you’re in between errands or just need a vibe check; fresh layers hit constantly, and their new Bridge Talk series spotlights the people behind the paint so you know who to cheer on next.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Boardwalk featuring the Shell (an amphitheater), a relaxed beach, restaurants, shopping & more.

400 Quietwater Beach Rd (Pensacola Beach)

Boardwalk featuring the Shell (an amphitheater), a relaxed beach, restaurants, shopping & more.

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Go Play & Party

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Go Play & Party is a screen-free, staffless indoor playground for littles 0-6 in nearby Gulf Breeze with sensory stations, dress-up…

5680 Gulf Breeze Pkwy D-11 (Gulf Breeze)

Go Play & Party is a screen-free, staffless indoor playground for littles 0-6 in nearby Gulf Breeze with sensory stations, dress-up corners, and an Avenlur climbing setup that torches wiggles fast. Perfect for homeschool meetups or a quick midweek energy dump when the heat says nope.

From the Navarre newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Fort George

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Fort George is a pocket-size park on Gage Hill where cannons, placards, and a Revolutionary War past (built in 1778, taken in 1781,…

501 N Palafox St

Fort George is a pocket-size park on Gage Hill where cannons, placards, and a Revolutionary War past (built in 1778, taken in 1781, restored in 1976) make for a quick, genuinely interesting stroll. Perfect for locals needing a brain break that still feels like you did something.

From the Pensacola newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Pensacola Golf Club

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Pensacola Golf Club is a private social club built for real life, making golf feel accessible, convenient, and inviting. If your calendar…

1151 Office Woods Dr

Pensacola Golf Club is a private social club built for real life, making golf feel accessible, convenient, and inviting. If your calendar is chaotic and public courses feel packed or stuffy, check it out this week for a diverse, elevated scene that helps you actually play.

From the Pensacola newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Breeze Cinema 8

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When you want an easy movie night without trekking across town, Breeze Cinema 8 keeps it simple with stadium seating, a button-mashing…

1233 Crane Cove Blvd (Gulf Breeze) · ✓ checked Aug 27

When you want an easy movie night without trekking across town, Breeze Cinema 8 keeps it simple with stadium seating, a button-mashing arcade, and all the concession stand classics. Perfect for weeknights, rainy afternoons, or bribing the kids with popcorn that somehow tastes better here.

From the Navarre newsletter, September 2, 2026

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