November 2nd - 11th

November 2nd - 11th

Check Out Veterans Week 2024 - Bigger Than Ever!

The 2024 Veterans Week will be more exciting than ever! Veterans Week also coincides with Foo Foo Fest in Pensacola and promises to be filled with tons of great things to do for Veterans and their families throughout our community.

The week will include Veterans Day ceremonies, educational & support events, career & job fair events, fund raisers, art, culture, and comedy and music entertainment for the entire family so come join us!

House Bill 485 makes Veterans Week official for the entire State of Florida. This Bill was lead by Rep. Michelle Salzman and U. S. Army Veteran. Though the official Veterans Week is November 5th through the 12th, this year community festivities start-off a day early on Saturday November 2nd.

To request your event to be added to the calendar, just click the "Add Your Event" button and include the name, date, time, and location of your event, a short description, and your contact information. If approved, we can include your logo, a link to your event, and/or your event PDF flyer.

Also check out many other Veterans related events throughout the entire year at UWF's Pensacola Veterans Support Organization Network (PVSON) calendar. Now you will never again miss out on an event focused on Veterans, our Military, and their families again! Make sure to include your event on the PVSON calendar too.

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Saturday Nov. 2nd - Starting from 0800

2024 NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show!

0800 - 1600 The NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show on November 1-2, 2024. This two-day NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show is one of Pensacola's largest events and this year will feature both the Navy Blue Angles and the Air Force Thunderbirds! You won't wan to miss this! Learn More

Sunday Nov. 3rd - Starting from -

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Monday Nov. 4th - Starting from -

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Tuesday Nov. 5th - Starting from ALL DAY

Election day

Wednesday Nov. 6th - Starting from 1130

UWF Veterans Day Observance

1130 - 1300 The UWF Military and Veterans Resource Center invites you to attend the free Veterans Day Observance Ceremony. Special guest speaker will be Col. Tim Moore USAF (Retired). RSVP Here.

Thursday Nov. 7th - Starting from 1000

Paychecks for Patriots - Pensacola

1000 - 1300 CareerSource Escarosa’s Veteran Employment Team is ready for this year’s Veteran’s Week Hiring Event! Meet more than 50 employers and 20 nonprofit agencies. Location: Olive Baptist Church.

Veterans Day Observance

1100 - 1300 Pensacola State College - Join PSC for their annual celebration of first-generation students, staff and faculty to honor those who served and are still serving! 1000 College Blvd, Gazebo, Pensacola, FL 32504. Download event flyer Here

Friday Nov. 8th - Starting from 1000

Fore Honor & Freedom 2024 Golf Classic

1000 - Registration Gator Lake at Hurlburt Field Air Force Base. Visit site

Panhandle Veterans Luncheon

1200 - 1300 Attention all organizations serving Veterans in the Gulf Coast region! The Monument to Women Veterans & the Center for Strategic Military Excellence invites you to join them for a discussion on their new programs and opportunities for collaboration. Their goal is to bring together different organizations and discuss the available resources and programs for our deserving Veterans. They will be hosting a lunch at 3044 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze, FL RSVP by emailing mwveterans@gmail.com or texting 850-572-5474

All Services Ball

1800 - 2200 The Honor Her Foundation presents the All Services Ball at Culinary Productions, 201 E. Wright St., Pensacola, FL Visit site

Saturday Nov. 9th - Starting from 0800

Marine Corps League Pensacola - 5K Charity Run

0800 - 1400 Now in its 40th year, the annual Semper Fi 5K Charity Run is a Pensacola classic. Organized and sponsored by the Marine Corps League Pensacola and TEL Staffing & HR, the race is a way to give back to the Pensacola community that so willingly supports those who are serving and have served this nation. Learn more here

Marine Corps Birthday Ball

1730 - The annual Pensacola Yacht Club Marines & Marine Corps League Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held at the Pensacola Yacht Club. Learn more here

Sunday Nov. 10th - Starting from -

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Monday Nov. 11th - Starting from 0900

Veterans Day Parade

Parade starts at 0900. Begins at corner of Spring & Main and ends at Veterans Memorial Park at 1030. Learn more here

Veterans Memorial Park - Veterans Day Ceremony

1100 - 1230 Ceremony begins at 1100. Visit the Park Ceremony event page

Keynote Speaker CAPT Lee Hansen

Saturday Nov. 16th - From 1730-2130

VetCV Foundation Inaugural Fundraiser Dinner

1700 - 2130 ~ Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the stunning Scenic Hills Country Club as we kick off the 2024 Inaugural VetCV Foundation Fundraising Dinner on November 16th, themed "What's Next - Don't Lose Your Mission." This is more than just a dinner—it's a celebration of our shared commitment to empowering veterans and their families as they embark on the next exciting chapter of their lives.

Location: Scenic Hills Country Club. Doors open for cocktail reception at 1730, Tickets $150. Cocktail attire suggested.

Saturday Nov. 4th - Starting from 0830

Veterans & Families Resource Fair

0830 - 1400 Okaloosa County Veterans & Families Resource Fair at American Legion Post 235, 105 Hollywood Blvd. NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. A day of community, connection and support. Click image below to Learn More

Music in the Park

1400 - 1700 Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Our "Week-in-the-Park" Kicks off with music in the park featuring Josh Davis and Blackbird Anthem in conjunction with Foo Foo Fest, VeteransWeek, and the Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival! Learn More

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MUSIC IN THE PARK

The multiple award winning band, Blackbird Anthem, is on a mission to help revive original southern rock music while giving back to the veteran community.

Fronted by decorated combat veteran Adam C. Martin, the band creates a sound reminiscent of the age of vinyl where rock, country, and blues merge somewhere below the Mason-Dixon line. Based out of Florida and Texas, Blackbird Anthem plays across the country at festivals, veteran events, traditional venues, and more.

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MUSIC IN THE PARK

Josh Davis, a combat disabled veteran, has found solace and healing in the power of music. Through his captivating blend of outlaw and classic country music, he has embarked on a remarkable journey of overcoming PTSD/TBI, using his soulful and transparent lyrics and his resonant baritone voice to create a musical experience like no other.

From the moment his voice reaches your ears, Josh’s songs transport you to a simpler time, inviting you to explore the depths of his emotions and experiences.

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Sunday Nov. 5th - Starting from 0900

Veterans' Week Kick-Off Kickball!

0900 - Until a Winner is Announced Fun, Family, and Caregiver Day - Special Guest Speaker Florida Representative Michelle Salzman will Kick-Off Veterans Week and the Kickball Tournament! Learn More - See Flyer.

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Gallery Row, Art-in-The-Park - Interactive Painting

1100 - 1600 “Art-in-the-Park - Gallery Row” is a one day art event. with art booths featuring local galleries, hands-on painting for children, artists involved with “en plein air” painting and drawing! Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Monday Nov. 6th - Starting from 1130

FAVOB Lunch and Learn

1130 - 1230 The Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses Panhandle Chapter is hosting a business lunch and learn. Join them and learn from fellow Veterans Ronnie Goode & Tate Buntz! They will be discussing what it takes, available resources and the do's / don'ts when it comes to starting and growing your Veteran owned business! Location: 4315 Avalon Blvd, Milton, FL

Tours in Veterans Memorial Park

1300 - 1500 Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Schedule your Tour.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

events@veteransmpf.org

Tuesday Nov. 7th - Starting from 1300

Tours in Veterans Memorial Park

1300 - 1500 Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Schedule your Tour.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

events@veteransmpf.org

Wednesday Nov. 8th - Starting from 0830

Veterans Stand Down

0830 - 1400 Okaloosa County Veterans Stand Down at Northwest Florida Fair Grounds, 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547. This event brings our community and veteran-serving organizations together to support our homeless and disadvantaged veterans. Click image below to Learn More

Tours in Veterans Memorial Park

1300 - 1500 Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Schedule your Tour.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

events@veteransmpf.org

UWF Veterans Day Observance - GI's of Comedy

1600 The UWF Military and Veterans Resource Center invites you to attend the Veterans Day Observance Ceremony. Special guests will be the Veterans of Comedy! RSVP Here.

Thursday Nov. 9th - Starting from 1000

Paychecks for Patriots - Pensacola

1000 - 1500 CareerSource Escarosa’s Veteran Employment Team is ready for this year’s Veteran’s Week Hiring Event! Meet more than 50 employers and 20 nonprofit agencies. Location: Olive Baptist Church.

Veterans Day Observance

1000 - 1200 Pensacola State College - Join PSC for waffles and celebration to honor those who served and are still serving! 1000 College Blvd, Bldg. 5 Pensacola, FL 32504. Download event flyer Here

Friday Nov. 10th - Starting from 1500

Tours in the Park

1500 - 1700 the Park will conduct tours in the park.

Schedule your Tour.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

events@veteransmpf.org

Laughter is Good for the Soul - An Evening in the Park

1730 - 2030 ~ Now more than ever, we can all use a good laugh. Laughter brings diverse groups of people together. This will definitely be an epic show on a Friday night in the Park! Leave the little ones at home and make dinner reservations for after the show. Veterans of Comedy. Free admission to active military with ID. Show starts at 1830.

All Services Ball

1800 - 2300 The Honor Her Foundation presents the All Services Ball at the Court of DeLuna Events Space 116 E. Gonzalez St., Pensacola, FL 32501. Visit site

Makers Fair Kickoff Celebration

1830 - 2030 Museum of Commerce.

Saturday Nov. 11th - Starting from 0900

Veterans Memorial Park - Veterans Day Ceremony

09:00 - 13:00 Exhibits, musical entertainment, and food trucks begin at 09:00. Ceremony begins at 10:45. Visit the Park Ceremony event page

Keynote Speaker Hon. Gary Bergosh

Veterans Day Parade

Parade starts at 10:00. Begins at corner of Spring & Main and ends at Veterans Memorial Park at 10:30. Download event flyer here

Veterans Memorial Park Foundation Dinner & Concert Fundraiser

1700 - 2100 ~ This evening event will include the Presentation of Colors by the USMC Color Guard, dinner, a silent and live auction, then capping off a fantastic evening with a celebrity concert by Mac McAnally. McAnally is the guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and is recognized by his notable credits in country music with songs cut by Alabama (“Old Flame”), Kenny Chesney (“Back Where I Come From”), Sawyer Brown (“All These Years”), Shenandoah (“Two Dozen Roses”) and many others. Location: First Baptist Church of Pensacola, Chipley Hall. Doors open for cocktail reception at 17:00, Tickets $150. Cocktail attire suggested.

Special Musical Guest

Mac McAnally