Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
MONDAY
Winter Restaurant Week
5 p.m. Jan. 26 through Feb. 1. The Fish House, Atlas Oyster House, Jackson’s Steakhouse, Five Sisters Blues Café and Angelena’s Ristorante Italiano will once again team up to present Summer Restaurant Week. In step with similar events in cities all around the country, Restaurant Week is a culinary celebration that offers residents and visitors alike world-class dining at a great value. Chefs from each restaurant will prepare a three-course, fixed-price dinner menu utilizing the best in local and seasonal ingredients, showcasing their culinary expertise. $33 per person, per restaurant. More info: greatsouthernrestaurants.com.
Monday Night Blues
7 p.m. Jan 26. 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.
UWF Strings Faculty Recital
7:30 p.m. Jan. 26. The Rolfs Music Hall, 11000 University Parkway. The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Strings Faculty in concert. This performance will feature works by J.S. Bach, Mozart and Niccolo Paganini performed by Dr. Yanovskiy, UWF Alumni and current students. More info: uwf.edu.
TUESDAY
Second Line Tuesday
5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Feb. 10. Downtown Pensacola. Bring the spirit of Mardi Gras to Palafox Street with live brass bands and costumed krewes with pure downtown energy. Everyone is welcome. This week’s Second Line is with Order of Calliope, Krewe of Warriors, and Krewe of Wicked Pirates. More info: pensacolamardigras.com.
Dinosaur World Live!
7 p.m. Jan. 27. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this Olivier award-winning interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus. Tickets start at $43. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
Gabriel Rutledge – Don’t Read the Comments Tour
7 p.m. Jan. 27. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Award-winning comedian Gabriel Rutledge — seen on Comedy Central, Laughs on FOX, and Amazon Prime, will perform live at The Handlebar. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
WEDNESDAY
Improvable Cause Presents “Cheese for the Table”
7 p.m. Jan. 28. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. An hour of improv where everything connects. Your suggestion becomes scenes, characters, and stories that weave together into something we didn’t see coming either. Each show is completely unique. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
FRIDAY
OVATION: Speakeasy at the Saenger
6 p.m. Jan. 30. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. The Pensacola Children’s Chorus invites the community to slip behind the curtain and into the captivating world of OVATION: Speakeasy at the Saenger. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with sultry cocktails and decadent charcuterie in the theater’s lobby. At 7 p.m., guests will be treated to a one-night-only musical showcase by the talented young voices of PCC, followed by a live auction featuring exclusive experiences and artisanal treasures. The real intrigue begins at 7:45 p.m. when guests dine and sip beneath the stage lights, where gourmet fare and signature drinks await. The evening encourages exploration throughout the theater’s most exclusive spaces. Tickets start at $125. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
The Great Pages Circus
7:30 p.m. Jan. 30. Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Highway. Ready for a show stopping, heart pounding family adventure? The Great Pages Circus has the finest international circus acts and artists for a spectacular show each year. Although their elephants and tigers have now retired, they still present our liberty ponies, horses, and camels. These highlight their fabulous aerial, juggling and clown acts to complete the family experience and whenever possible Pages Globe of Death makes an appearance with adrenaline rushing motorcycle mayhem. More info: pagescircus.com.
‘Perfect Arrangement’
7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 30 through Feb. 8. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Beneath the pristine surface of 1950s suburbia, two U.S. government employees are hiding a secret — and each other. In Perfect Arrangement, Topher Payne blends quick-witted comedy with sharp social commentary as two seemingly traditional couples struggle to keep up appearances while navigating the threat of the Lavender Scare. As the walls close in, farce turns to revelation in this bold, stylish play about identity, conformity, and the high cost of living a lie. Directed by Renee Jordan. General admission: $25. More info: pensacolalittletheatre.com.
Flozone
8 p.m. Jan. 30. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Flozone will perform live in concert and ready to bring the bass to Pensacola. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
SATURDAY
Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras and Coronation Ball
7 a.m. Jan. 31. St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church, 6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. The “Fire and Ice” Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras and Coronation Ball gets underway with all proceeds going to fund the Krewe of Jesters’ 40th annual Mardi Gras Parade and their Navarre High School Scholarship. Tickets include dinner. This is a B.Y.O.B. affair. There will be a silent auction and live entertainment provided by Class X Band. $45 in advance; $50 at the door; $250 for a table of six. More info: pensacolamardigras.com.
Emerald Coast Krewe of Airship Pirates Milton Mardi Gras Parade
3 p.m. Jan. 31. Clyde L. Gracey Community Center, 5629 Byrom St., Milton. The Milton Mardi Gras parade gets underway with a new parade route for 2026. The parade will start at James Street and Stewart Street and roll down Stewart Street and end at the Burger King at U.S. 90. More info: kreweofairshippirates.com/milton-mardi-gras-2020.
Emerald Coast Krewe of Airship Pirates Milton Mardi Gras Afterparty
5 p.m. Jan. 31. Andy D’s Roadhouse, 5887 U.S. 90, Milton. Come on over after the parade and meet the krewes, see the floats, eat some great food, have some drinks, and enjoy the sounds of Horseshoe Kitty, who take the stage at 6 p.m. Free. More info: facebook.com/events/1540240787129226.
Reverend Horton Heat
6 p.m. Jan. 31. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Reverend Horton Heat will perform live in concert featuring Nik Flagstar and His Dirty Mangy Dogs. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour
7:30 p.m. Jan. 31. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Presenting the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour, a side-splitting showcase of cops, firefighters, doctors, EMTs, nurses, pharmacists, and ex-military who are ready to entertain you with their wild and funny stories from the line of duty. This week’s show features a stacked lineup of the most hilarious first responders turned standup comedians. Whether you’re a first responder, veteran, a family/friend of one, or just want to show your support for America’s true heroes, come enjoy a hilarious night of comedy as they take the stage to protect and serve you with uncontrollable laughter. Tickets start at $40. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
SUNDAY
Pensacola Pawdi Gras
11 a.m. Feb. 1. Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. Pensacola’s biggest dog Mardi Gras celebration is back and this year, they’re going totally “paw-some” 80s. Presented by Perfect Plain Brewery, Hanto & Clarke, and Jet 100.7 with official krewe support from the Krewe of Hip Huggers, the fifth annual Pensacola Paw-di Gras is WolfGang Pensacola’s signature philanthropy event benefiting the Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare. More info: wolfgangparkandbrews.com.
Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party
7 and 9:30 p.m. Feb. 1. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Bert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone Magazine’s “No. 1 Partier in the Nation” to one of the top grossing stand-up comics in the business, movie star, leading podcaster and entrepreneur. In 2024, Kreischer had the No. 6 highest grossing comedy tour worldwide, a huge accomplishment as he only toured six months, from January to June. Following a 140-city international arena tour, Kreischer shot his sixth stand-up special in his hometown of Tampa and all six shows sold out within a day. Tickets start at $81. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
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This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Pawdi Gras, Great Pages Circus, Dinosaur World among this week’s things to do
Reporting by Chemarryn Thornton, Pensacola News Journal / Pensacola News Journal
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