The start of fall is a beautiful time around Pensacola, with perfect weather for a variety of great outdoor festivals and events. There's a ton to look forward to this fall near Pensacola homes for sale, with festivals celebrating cuisine, community, culture, family fun, and so much more. Our real estate agents have exciting details on six fantastic fall festivals for you to circle on your calendar for 2024.
Pensacola Seafood Festival – 311 E. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502
Celebrate the bounty of the Gulf at the Pensacola Seafood Festival, the perfect way to kick off fall festival season. Enjoy three days of sensational seafood from September 27-29, 2024, at Seville Square and throughout downtown Pensacola. In addition to outstanding food, there will be live music, arts & crafts vendors, and plenty of activities for the youngest members of the family.
Festa Italiana – 300 E. Zaragoza St., Pensacola, Florida 32502
A celebration of Italian food, music, and culture, Festa Italiana returns to Fountain Park for its 14th annual edition in 2024. The festival takes place October 11-12, 2024, starting at 11 a.m. daily. The food is always fantastic, and this festival offers many fun ways to learn more about Italian culture.
Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival – 311 E. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502
The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is one of the biggest cultural events of the year around Pensacola, and it's back for another exciting edition November 1-3, 2024, in downtown Pensacola. The event features live performances, showcases from talented artists, a variety of excellent art-related vendors, and plenty of delicious refreshments for all ages. As part of the event, there's a special Children's Art Festival, which takes place on Saturday and Sunday (November 2-3).
Barktoberfest 2024 – 301 W. Main St., Pensacola, FL 32501
A beloved event for pet owners throughout Pensacola and hosted by the Pensacola Humane Society, Barktoberfest 2024 offers a full day of pet-friendly fun on October 27, 2024. For people, there will be great food from local food trucks, vendors offering a variety of pet-friendly products, and fun activities like face painting for the kids. Pets can traverse the obstacle course, participate in fun contests, try their luck in the small dog races, and get rewarded with plenty of tasty treats.
Pensacola Interstate Fair – 6655 Mobile Hwy., Pensacola, FL 32526
A favorite for local families for many years, the Pensacola Interstate Fair is back for 11 action-packed days from October 17-27, 2024. It's the classic state fair experience, with exciting rides, carnival games, entertainment waiting around every corner, decadent dining, and a healthy helping of educational activities, too. Typically, the full lineup of entertainment and activities is announced around the start of fall. Get discounts on both admission and Unlimited Ride Wristbands by purchasing in advance online.
Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival – 2000 E. Lloyd St., Pensacola, FL 32503
The Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival is a unique event pitting up to 40 dragon boat teams of up to 20 members each against one another in an exciting series of races. If you've never seen this event, join thousands of spectators to enjoy it on October 12, 2024. The races begin at 8 a.m., and there will be plenty to see throughout the day. The best part? Proceeds from the event help support the Gulf Coast Kid's House, a local child advocacy group.
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