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As the heat of summer wanes a bit, we can think of no better time to enjoy some outdoor activities in the Pensacola area. Catching some live music under the sun or stars is a great way to enjoy beautiful fall weather and great tunes at the same time. Following are some must-see Pensacola outdoor music events coming in the last few months of 2024.
Bands on the Beach
Every Tuesday through October 29th
Free music, toes in the sand and a stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico. Sounds pretty good doesn’t it? Pensacola Bands on the Beach was established in 2016 and has been delighting listeners and beachgoers ever since. Happening every Tuesday throughout the summer at the Gulfside pavilion, Bands on the Beach has become an excellent way to catch regional artists in a fantastic outdoor setting. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy a wide variety of music at the Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
Hollow World Fest
September 21st
For art and music of a more psychedelic nature, be sure to check out Hollow World 2024. This 2nd annual event will be held in the Museum Plaza, 120 S. Church St. The list of performers will be curated by Cavae Mundi, a psychedelic music project founded in Pensacola. Nine other artists will join Cavae Mundi to transport guests to a different world of music and culture. Art and food vendors will make the day even more enjoyable.
Pensacola Seafood Festival
September 27th through 29th
What could be better than delicious seafood while listening to great music? The Pensacola Seafood Festival, sponsored by the Pensacola Ice Flyers will satisfy your taste buds and your ears. Nine acts will be presented free of charge, so bring a blanket or lawn chair for a relaxing afternoon of music and seafood!
Bands on the Bayou
October 5th
Another great free outdoor music offering is Bands on the Bayou. The 2024 edition of this concert series wraps up with the Bay Bridge Band. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy this classic rock-n-roll band with a dynamic horn section. Held at Bayview park in the historic East Hill neighborhood, this venue also provides a beautiful view of Bayou Texar. Food trucks and vendors will be available at this great outdoor music event.
Blues and Bluegrass Beach Bash
October 5th
If blues and bluegrass are your style, the Blues and Bluegrass Beach Bash is a must-see outdoor music event. Presented as part of the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival, the event will take place at Casino Beach Bar and Grill in Pensacola Beach. Nationally recognized and Grammy Award-winning bluegrass artists will make it a memorable day.
Gulf Coast Jazz Festival
October 18th and 19th
Perhaps the biggest attraction of the fall season is the 8th annual Gulf Coast Jazz Festival in the Pensacola Community Maritime Park. The outdoor music event will be filled with jazz greats such as Lee Ritenour, Lindsey Webster, Maysa, Richard Elliot and Julian Vaughn among others. Two days of cool jazz on the water will not disappoint! The Jerry Pate Design team enjoyed helping to craft the outdoor spaces for this gorgeous park, and we hope you have a great time here too!
Gathering Under the Stars
September 20-22
Experiencing the serenity and spiritual uplift that the outdoors can provide is first and foremost at the Gathering Under the Stars. This three day celebration of the autumn equinox promises to be a fulfilling event with a focus on the healing power of music and dance. The gathering takes place in the Big Lagoon State Park in Pensacola. Enjoy views of the water and sunsets. Meanwhile, be rejuvenated by the artistry of MaMuse, Voxmana and Ananda Das in the Big Lagoon amphitheater.
Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival
November 1st through 3rd
An event devoted to art in many forms would not be complete without good music. The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is no exception. The annual event in downtown Pensacola’s Historic Seville Square features a variety of performers ranging from bluegrass to Cajun and blues to jazz and classical. Be sure to catch the Palafox Quartet named for the Pensacola street where the musicians met.
Pensacola Winterfest
November 6th through 30th
The Pensacola Winterfest kicks off the holiday season with a variety of family-friendly shows and activities throughout the month of November. On each night of the festival, preshows are presented for free to the public. Starting at 5:00, families can sing and dance with their favorite characters in the Winterfest plaza at Government and Palafox.
Whatever your musical tastes, we hope you can find the time to visit one of these must-see Pensacola outdoor music events. From local artists to nationally recognized performers, Pensacola has a lot of outdoor music enjoyment to offer in the coming months.
