Key Takeaways
- The week of January 4-11, 2026, offers a variety of entertainment events in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, including concerts, festivals, and activities.
- Some notable events include the Monday Night Blues, Snowbird Hootenanny, Film Event to Challenge Trump’s Offshore Drilling Plan, Coastal County Winter Oyster Fest, Mardi Gras Coachella, and the Pensacola Beach Run Half Marathon & 10k.
- These events provide opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and community engagement, and cater to diverse interests and age groups.
Introduction to Upcoming Events
The week of January 4-11, 2026, is packed with exciting events in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. From live music performances to festivals and activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Monday Night Blues event at Seville Quarter kicks off the week, featuring live blues music and "BBQ and Bud" food and drink specials. This event is a great opportunity for blues music enthusiasts to come together and enjoy some fantastic tunes.
Monday Night Blues and Other Events
On Monday, January 5, the Monday Night Blues event will take place at Seville Quarter, located at 130 E. Government St. The event starts at 7 p.m. and features live blues music, as well as food and drink specials. For more information, attendees can call 850-434-6211 or visit the Seville Quarter website. In addition to the Monday Night Blues, other events scheduled for the week include the Snowbird Hootenanny, Film Event to Challenge Trump’s Offshore Drilling Plan, and the Coastal County Winter Oyster Fest.
Snowbird Hootenanny and Film Event
The Snowbird Hootenanny: Beach Bum Party will take place on January 8 at the Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, located at 17401 Perdido Key Drive. The event starts at 11 a.m. and promises an afternoon of beach-themed fun, great music, and fantastic prizes. Attendees are encouraged to wear their best beachwear and enjoy live music, engaging activities, and door prizes. On the same day, the Film Event to Challenge Trump’s Offshore Drilling Plan will be held at Waterboyz, located at 380 N. Ninth Ave, starting at 6 p.m. This event features inspiring films that profile surfers and coastal communities fighting to protect their beaches from offshore drilling.
Mardi Gras Coachella and Coastal County Winter Oyster Fest
On January 9, the Mardi Gras Coachella event will take place at the Pensacola Bay Center, located at 201 E. Gregory St, starting at 7 p.m. This event promises an unforgettable night of music and entertainment, with all proceeds benefiting Arc Gateway’s Help Me Grow programs and Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Tickets start at $125. The Coastal County Winter Oyster Fest will also take place from January 9-11 at Coastal County Brewing, located at 3041 E. Olive Road. The event features three full days of seafood, beer, and partying, with free entry and free parking.
Pensacola Beach Run Half Marathon & 10k and Other Weekend Events
On January 10, the Pensacola Beach Run Half Marathon & 10k will take place at the Casino Beach Boardwalk, starting at 6 a.m. This event offers a fast and flat course, as well as the opportunity to visit the area’s beautiful white beaches. Other events scheduled for the weekend include the Monster Truck Wars, Happy MOO Year 2026, and the Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show. The Monster Truck Wars event promises action-packed, family-friendly entertainment, with car-crushing monster trucks, quad wars, and kids’ power wheel races.
Venetian Carnival Masquerade Ball and Candlelight Concerts
On January 10, the Venetian Carnival Masquerade Ball will take place at the Hadji Shrine Temple, located at 400 W. Nine Mile Road, starting at 7 p.m. This event features a full dinner, open bar, and live music, with masks required for cocktail hour and coronation. Tickets start at $88.50, and the event is open to ages 21 and older. On January 11, two Candlelight concerts will take place at the Museum of Commerce, located at 201 Zaragoza St. The first concert, Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA, starts at 6:30 p.m., while the second concert, Candlelight: Tribute to Adele, starts at 8:30 p.m. Both events promise a magical and multi-sensory musical experience, with tickets available for ages 8 and older.