Island Times - Pensacola Beach's Newspaper

09/30/2026

Island Times was honored to receive a Jim Elbert Heroes for Hope Award for our support of the CEO Soak. Thank you, Jeff Elbert. We are humbled and grateful to be part of this valuable community event. Photo courtesy of Christine Brewster

09/29/2026

CEO SOAK! Raised $88K!

09/29/2026

The numbers are in. The Pensacola Beach Air Show generated an estimated $38.8 million in economic impact in the Pensacola area in 2026, according to a new study conducted by Downs & St. Germain Research for Visit Pensacola. Read more at our website.
JK Adams Photo
https://www.myislandtimes.com/newsadmin/pensacola-beach-air-show-generates-39-million-in-economic-impact

09/29/2026

Let's get wet! Tonight at the Gulfside Pavilion. CEO Soak to benefit The ALS Association. Set for 5 to 7 p.m. Donations are accepted at the event.

09/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE | Escambia County Legislative Delegation Meeting

You’re invited to attend the 2026 Escambia County Legislative Delegation Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 p.m.

📍 The Beach Church
920 Panferio Drive
Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

Please mark your calendar and join us as the Escambia County Legislative Delegation prepares for the upcoming legislative session.

Speaker Request Forms must be received by Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

For more information, contact Senator Don Gaetz’s District Office at 850-595-1036 or [email protected].

Planning to attend? Visit our Facebook Event and select “Interested” or “Going” for meeting updates:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCbFGYw4W/

09/28/2026

Zarzaur Law Sea Turtle Youth Triathlon has been rescheduled to October 11 due to weather predictions.

🚨 EVENT DATE CHANGE 🚨

Due to the forecasted inclement weather this upcoming weekend the Zarzaur Law Sea Turtle Triathlon staff has made difficult decision to postpone the event to the following weekend.

The event will now take place on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11th, 2026.

We understand that much time, dedication, and training goes into preparing for an event like this, and we know that changing the race date can be disappointing and may require adjustments to your plans. The decision was not made lightly, but the safety of our athletes and everyone involved is our utmost priority.

We truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and flexibility. We look forward to seeing you on October 11th and giving you the race experience that you have worked so hard to prepare for.

All registered athletes have been emailed.

09/28/2026

Santa Rosa Island Triathlon has been rescheduled due to weather predictions. Now set for Saturday, October 10

🚨EVENT DATE CHANGE🚨

Due to the forecasted inclement weather this upcoming weekend the Zarzaur Law Santa Rosa Island Triathlon staff has made difficult decision to postpone the event to the following weekend.

The event will now take place on OCTOBER 10th, 2026

We understand that much time, dedication, and training goes into preparing for an event like this, and we know that changing the race date can be disappointing and may require adjustments to your plans. The decision was not made lightly, but the safety of our athletes and everyone involved is our utmost priority.

We truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and flexibility. We look forward to seeing you on October 10th and giving you the race experience that you have worked so hard to prepare for.

All registered athletes have been emailed as to options.

09/28/2026

Looking at the week ahead:
Two-fer Tuesday at Casino Beach
CEO Soak for The ALS Association , 5 to 7 p.m.
Bands On The Beach , 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your beach chair!
Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival kicks off October 1 with Pensacola stages, then moves to the Beach October 7 -11. A special Church concert on Sunday, Oct. 11 at The Beach Church
RESCHEDULED TO OCT 10...due to weather: Santa Rosa Island Triathlon starts at 7 a.m. Saturday, October 10. Gulf swim, cycle and run routes east along beach streets.
Ocean Hour beach clean up, 8:45 a.m. Saturday, October 3 adjacent to The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach. Supplies provided. Ends at 10 a.m.
The Beach Church Blessing of the Animals, Saturday, October 3, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 920 Panferio. All are welcome.
Sunday, October 4:
RESCHEDULED TO OCT 11 due to weather...Sea Turtle Triathlon for youth. Park East.
Pensacola Ultimate Frisbee, 9 to noon, Park East.
Momentum Baptist Church, 9 to Noon at Gulfside Pavilion
Pensacola Beach Roller Hockey, 9 a.m. til at Cowley Park
Krewe of Sirens Sing-along Brunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Willie's
Battle of the Boards, at The Landing at RedFish BlueFish, 2 to 4 p.m.

09/27/2026

Plenty of beach sports today!
Pensacola Beach Brawl crossfit contests continue today at Casino Beach.
Pensacola Ultimate League plays at Park East, 9 to noon.
Pensacola Beach Hockey League rolls into week 3 of their season. Match-ups start at 9 a.m. at Cowley Park.