JANUARY 11
The Big Gala
Skopelos at New World
600 A Palafox Street | Pensacola
6:00pm – 12:00am
The Big Gala - 2019 marks our 30th anniversary year! Join us in celebrating 30
years of helping futures blossom at The Big Gala-Lunar New Year, benefi ting
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida. This breathtaking evening will
feature delicious signature cocktails, a gourmet seated dinner handcrafted by
Executive Chef Gus Silvos, the entertaining Main Attraction Band, dancing,
chances to win, and silent and live auctions. Brent Lane from Cat Country 98.7
will be wishing you all good fortune as our Master of Ceremonies. Dress for the evening is Black Tie.
For more information please e-mail Courtney Cook at ccook@bbbsnwfl .org
JANUARY 25 & 27
Pensacola Opera Presents:
Romeo & Juliet
Saenger Theatre
118 South Palafox Place | Pensacola
Friday – 7:30pm | Sunday – 2:00pm
This Christmas sequel will feature the fi ve ladies we have
all come to know and love gathering for a night on the
town to laugh, cry, gossip and just let their hair down
during the craziest of times: THE HOLIDAYS! This
musical is guaranteed to resonate with anyone who has
survived the holiday season, from the LONG visits with
in-laws to the overcrowded malls. Classic Christmas
songs and contemporary hits will have everyone singing
and dancing along.
Tickets can be purchased at PensacolaSaenger.com.
JANUARY 31
Double Bridge Run
Maritime Park
301 W Main Street | Pensacola
Ring in the New Year in style with the playful charm
and unparalleled talent of pianist and vocalist Tony
DeSare. This unforgettable evening will feature more
than a century of piano’s greatest hits, including the
perennial favorites of Elton John, Ray Charles, John
Lennon and more.
Purchase tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com.
JANUARY 26
Cordova Mall Ball
Cordova Mall
5100 N 9th Avenue | Pensacola
8:00pm – 12:00am
New Time - New Place - In true 1920’s-Speakeasy form,
location to be revealed... The Krewe of the Gatsby Girls
invite you to attend the 5th Annual Speakeasy Ball, an
event sure to dazzle your senses and delight your date!
Tickets will include an open bar, signature cocktails,
champagne tasting room, bootlegger man cave, nosh--
and as always---a night on the dance fl oor!
Visit KreweOfGatsbyGirls.com for more info and to
purchase tickets.
JANUARY 18-20 & 24-27
The Cemetery Club
Pensacola Little Theatre
400 S Jefferson Street | Pensacola
7:30pm - 10:00pm | Sunday 3:00pm -
5:30pm
The Sea Turtle Soirée is a fundraising event
that will take place on December 15th, 2018,
at 6:00pm, at the Pensacola Beach Hilton,
Emerald Coast Ballroom. Join us for cocktails,
delectable hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, live
entertainment and the opportunity to learn
about future plans for the Navarre Beach
Sea Turtle Conservation Center. This is an
evening cocktail style event that is intended for adults only.
Visit NavarreBeachSeaTurtles.org for more details and to purchase tickets.
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JANUARY 12
Pensacola Beach 10K, 5K & Half Marathon
Casino Beach Pavilion
20 Casino Beach Blvd | Pensacola Beach
Races start at 7:30am and 8:00am
A Pensacola Runners Association Event, this is
one of the premier destination road races in the
Southeast and the perfect way to kick off your
New Year Resolution. It’s for both runners and
walkers and takes participants along this city’s
scenic waterfront along paved roads between the
Gulf of Mexico and the Santa Rosa Sound. The
event features a half marathon and a “pick your
distance” 10k/5k, meaning participants do not
have to decide whether to run the 10k or the 5k
until they are out on the course!
Visit PensacolaRunners.com for more information.
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