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Winter
Holiday lights aglow in Downtown Pensacola paired with white sand beaches that shimmer like snow – it's the magical winter season in Pensacola.
With festive holiday happenings, fewer beach crowds, endless outdoor activities, and the best sunsets, winter is a phenomenal time to visit.
Taking place in Downtown Pensacola, Winterfest is an iconic celebration that kicks off on Black Friday with the Winterfest Elf Parade and ends on Christmas Eve, up a daily supply of live performances, holiday trolley tours, cascades of "snow," Santa and and a cast of holiday characters and more.
Following not far behind during the winter season comes Mardi Gras in Pensacola! As the new year turns, beads swarm and Moon Pies fly overhead as the sounds of laughter and music fill the streets. There are parades in Pensacola so be sure to join in on the festivities of the Mardi Gras season. Pensacon is another fun event that will take place at the Pensacola Bay Center in February. It's a multi-day pop culture convention featuring special guests from all your favorite genres.
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Winterfest
November — December 2024
Family-fun activities including the elf parade, holiday shows, visits with Santa and Winterfest’s signature trolley tours that include a series performances along a two-mile route in historic Downtown Pensacola.
Pensacola Christmas Parade
December 2025
The Pensacola Christmas Parade has been around for decades. The fun begins at 5:30 PM, so head to Downtown Pensacola and experience the magic of the holiday season at this parade.
MLK Day Parade
January 20, 2025
The Pensacola Martin Luther King Jr. Parade has been rolling since 1987 and is a celebration to honor Martin Luther King Jr. This parade has become a powerful platform for fostering community pride, celebrating diversity, and honoring Dr. King's legacy by bringing together the citizens of Pensacola.
Pensacon
February 14 — 16, 2025
Pensacon is the Gulf Coast’s premier pop culture convention celebrating the worlds of science fiction, fantasy, horror, comic books, cosplay, animation, video games, books and much, much more.
Mardi Gras
February
One of the country’s original celebration sites, Downtown Pensacola and Pensacola Beach host family-oriented fun with parades, beads and moonpies. Signature Mardi Gras events include the Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade, the Grand Mardi Gras Parade and the Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Beach Parade.
Itineraries to Inspire Your Winter Trip
Itinerary: Health & Wellness Retreat
Coming to Pensacola? Explore this health and wellness weekend retreat that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and rested.
Itinerary: Holiday/ Seasonal Happenings in Pensacola
Coming to Pensacola for the holiday season? Explore this itinerary to discover all the essential activities and experiences during the festive season.
Itinerary: Must Do’s for a Weekend in Pensacola
Coming to Pensacola for the weekend? Explore this itinerary to discover all the must do activities and experiences to make the most of your time here.
Itinerary: A Day Spent in Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola has all the activities, flavors, and fun waiting for you to explore. Check out this itinerary on all the best ways to make the most of your day in Downtown Pensacola.
