Events in Pensacola & Surrounding Areas
December raffle now live!
December raffle now live!
Snorlax by the Shore – December Donation Raffle
Start: 12/01/25
End: 12/21/25
OUR DECEMBER RAFFLE IS LIVE!
A Pensacola Perspective is kicking off the holiday season with a special community giveaway — and you’re invited to enter!
From December 1st through December 21st, you can enter our monthly raffle for a chance to win:
• A large handmade Snorlax plush by local artist
• A $50 Visa gift card for last minute spending
Whether you’re treating yourself or gifting it to someone special, this prize bundle is perfect for the holidays.
Winner announced: December 23, 2025
Entering is easy — and there’s even a free way to enter once per day, no donation required. You can also earn extra entries by donating or volunteering locally during the raffle window. Be sure to share posts, tag us with #app850, and follow us on Facebook for a chance to win a smaller prize throughout December! (Two small prize winners will be selected between December 7th and 20th; smaller prize retail value between $25 - $50)
All proceeds support A Pensacola Perspective’s 2026 community programs, including youth mentorship, local cleanups, and the launch of our Local Legends initiative.
Please note that winners of raffle prices MUST BE local to Escambia or Santa Rosa counties; you may enter or donate if you're outside of those areas, but note that you ARE NOT eligible to win any of the prizes available if you are outside of the areas previously mentioned.
Enter here through our raffle portal with GiveButter: https://givebutter.com/fJlpUJ
Good luck, and thank you for supporting community growth right here in Escambia County!
Join the Conversation.
Share your perspective.
A Pensacola Perspective is launching a new monthly community forum that brings real people together to talk about real issues. From neighborhood concerns to national headlines, we’re creating space to listen, challenge, reflect, and connect.
Each month, we’ll focus on a different topic — and every voice at the table matters. Whether you're here to speak, listen, or simply be present, your perspective is part of the change.
We're especially looking for participants who represent all corners of our community. Some episodes may focus on specific age groups, experiences, or voices, but all are welcome.
Be part of our “A Little Change” segment as we explore what we want to see shift — and what we want to protect — in the place we call home.
Want to join the next conversation? Have a topic of conversation that you want to see discussed? Comment below and follow A Pensacola Perspective as we embark on this journey together.
November Pop-Up
Please join us at the Mom2Mom event where we’ll be asking the community questions and raising funds for our locally held and sponsored events!
Play: Who Wants to Be A Millionaire (20 questions for $20)
Higher or lower: Try to guess higher or lower correctly 10x in a row for a prize (while supplies last!)
Are you smarter than a 5th grader? We’ll ask you and our resident 5th grader 10 questions. Earn bragging rights and a nifty pinnable badge that shows you’re smarter than a Pensacola 5th grader!
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Help us with our next event! We’ll be collecting a survey of 100 answers to 10 different questions about interesting topics, some of which are local to Pensacola-others are just a little fun or silly! This will help us put on a Family Fued style event, so we’ll need to hear from you to help supply the answers!
October Cleanup
Public Beach Access #1
13549 Sandy Key Dr, Pensacola, FL
Come hang out for a couple of hours and clean the beach, beach parking lot, and surrounding areas. 🚮
September Pop-Up
APP Pop-Up at the Mom2Mom Flea Market
Location: Five Flags Speedway
Date: Saturday, September 6
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Come stop by our booth at the Mom2Mom Consignment Flea Market for a fun and interactive pop-up experience! We’ll have games to play, merch to grab, and we want to hear from you—tell us what local issues matter most in your neighborhood.
Whether you're shopping, chatting, or just passing through, come say hi and help shape the future of Pensacola through real community conversations.
Let’s connect!
#APP850 #PensacolaEvents #APensacolaPopUp #CommunityVoice
August Cleanup Event - Sanders Beach
August Cleanup – Sanders Beach
Location: Sanders Beach, I St, Pensacola, FL
Date: Friday, August 29
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Join us bright and early for a community cleanup along the beautiful shoreline at Sanders Beach! We’ll be working to clear litter and debris from the beach and surrounding areas to help protect our waters and public spaces.
We’ll provide:
– 5-gallon buckets
– Trash grabbers
– Gloves
– Trash bags
Please bring:
– Water bottle
– Sunscreen
– Tennis/running shoes
– Hat or sun protection
Let’s work together to keep our beaches clean so we don’t Stay Trashy, Pensacola.
Helping us out? Use some of these hashtags when showing up for your community.
#SandersBeachCleanup #StayTrashyPensacola #app850 #BeachCleanup #CommunityEffort
August String Art Workshop: Amigurumi Apples & Pencils
Join us for a fun and creative afternoon making adorable amigurumi apples and pencils! Whether you're a crochet pro or a curious beginner, this workshop is perfect for all skill levels.
Date: Friday, August 8
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: WFPL, North Spring Street
All materials provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Come craft, learn, and connect! All levels of experience welcome.
Perdido Beach Cleanup: 2 fast, 2 furious
Cleaning up our public spaces so we don’t Stay Trashy, Pensacola.
Perdido Key Beach Cleanup
Cleaning up our public spaces so we don’t Stay Trashy, Pensacola.