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Things to do in Pensacola: Fourth of July Fireworks; Symphony Sparks & Stars; Gasolina

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Things to do in Pensacola: Fourth of July Fireworks; Symphony Sparks & Stars; Gasolina

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Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

MONDAY

Monday Night Blues

7 p.m. Monday, July 1. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the “blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and “BBQ and Bud” food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

TUESDAY

Bands on the Beach

7 p.m. Tuesday, July 2. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features Johnny Earthquake & the Moondogs. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or visitpensacolabeach.com.

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WEDNESDAY

The Molly Ringwalds in concert

7 p.m., doors; 8:30 p.m., show; Wednesday, July 3. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Hailing from Sheffield, England, The Molly Ringwalds aka “The World’s Greatest ’80s Experience,” are a legendary quintet who have been able to combine their individual and very formidable talents to create the true essence of the ’80s. The band creates an 80’s experience by honing their abilities to apply make-up and tease their hair while showcasing all the musical genres of the decade. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. For ages 21 and older. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

THURSDAY

All American Fourth of July Party

Thursday, July 4. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, 17401 Perdido Key Drive. The Fourth of July is a great day to celebrate our nation’s birthday at the Flora-Bama all day long. Come enjoy the beach, listen to live music and watch the fireworks from the beach at 9 p.m. Bring family or friends for a national day of fun on the beach. More info: 850-492-0611 or florabama.com.

Red, White & Glow Party

4 p.m. Thursday, July 4. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Light up your Fourth of July with Seville Quarter’s Red, White and Glow Party. It all starts at 4 p.m. with Not Your Dad’s Backyard BBQ in the Courtyard. After dark it’s glow themed karaoke and a beer pong tournament. Then light it up when the beat drops with the Glow Party in Seville’s Dance Club with DJ Noxious, glowing drink specials and a midnight glowing balloon drop. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.

Symphony Sparks & Stars

7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4. Pensacola Community Maritime Park, 316 S. Baylen St. Celebrate the country, community, and military with a free concert featuring the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra. The concert is part of a full day of Independence Day fun at the Community Maritime Park and along the city’s downtown waterfront at the Hunter Amphitheater. The festivities begin with the presentation of colors followed by the National Anthem and a flyover. Enjoy as your PSO performs under the baton of Music Director Peter Rubardt and guest conductor Sean Kelley, University of West Florida Director of Bands and Director of Music Education. Free. More info: pensacolafireworks.com.

Pensacola’s Fourth of July Fireworks

9 p.m. Thursday, July 4. The Greater Pensacola Chamber and Pensacola Young Professionals present Pensacola’s 2024 Fourth of July Fireworks show. The show will feature a dazzling array of colors, expertly choreographed pyrotechnics, and special effects synchronized to music from CatCountry 98.7. Designed by renowned pyrotechnicians from PYRO Shows, this event will surpass all expectations. Attendees are invited to bring picnic blankets, chairs, and radios to secure the best spots along Bayfront Parkway. The festivities begin with the free Symphony Sparks & Stars concert. Local food trucks will be available at Veterans Memorial Park and Bartram Park from 4 to 9 p.m. More info: pensacolafireworks.com.

Pensacola Beach Fourth of July Fireworks Show

9 p.m. Thursday, July 4. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, 400 Quietwater Beach Road. With the sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach under your feet, keep your eyes focused on the night skies this Fourth of July for a dazzling fireworks display along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Santa Rosa Sound. Fireworks are provided by the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, the Santa Rosa Island Authority and the Escambia County Tourist Development Council. More info: pensacolabeachchamber.com/july-4th-fireworks.

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SATURDAY

Flora-Bama Freedom Run 4 Mile Run/Walk

8 a.m. Saturday, July 6. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, 17401 Perdido Key Drive. Flora-Bama’s fourth annual Freedom Run will feature two courses, the Four Mile Run/Walk Course or the One-Mile Fun Run/Walk. From ribbons and bows to flags, socks and T-shirts, break out your best red, white and blue attire so that this run screams “America!” Registration Includes a race shirt (guaranteed to the first 400 registrants), patriotic swag, and food and drink at the post-race party. All fun run participants will receive a finisher medal once they cross the finish line. Four milers will win first, second or third place by age division and awards will be given to the overall male and females in both the four-mile run and walk. More info: 850-492-0611 or florabama.com.

Flora-Bama Miss Firecracker Contest

3 p.m. Saturday, July 6. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, 17401 Perdido Key Drive. Flora-Bama hosts several bikini contests every year, during the Mullet Toss, Memorial Day Weekend and the weekend of the Fourth of July, followed by a finale on Labor Day Weekend. On each of these holidays, ladies can compete to be a top finalist. The top three winners from each contest are eligible to compete in the Labor Day Bikini Contest for a chance to win a $5,000 grand prize. More info: 850-492-0611 or florabama.com.

Gasolina: Reggaeton Party

9 p.m. Saturday, July 6. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Gasolina: Reggaeton Party is a nationwide perreo featuring the sounds of classic and current reggaeton and Latin EDM for all to enjoy. Gasolina is dedicated to creating a community within the reggaeton and Latin music scene across the United States through exciting and innovative events. From throwing shows at in Los Angeles to large-scale events across the US, Gasolina is bringing together the reggaeton community from coast-to-coast. $25. For ages 18 and older. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.

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