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Feel the energy, the pasion, and the connection as Santana delivers an unforgettable night of hits, deep cuts, and transcendent moments. \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Static_Social-FacebookPR_1200x630_Santana_2026_Regional_PensacolaBayCenter_0401-968cc78d9d.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/santana-tour","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 1<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Static_Social-FacebookPR_1200x630_Santana_2026_Regional_PensacolaBayCenter_0401-1665f32187.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Art of Fashion 2026: Whispers on the Serengeti","media_tagline":"","event_body":"As the sun dips belows the horizon, the Serengeti comes alive with a golden glow and the soft call of the wild. This is our invitation to an unforgettable night where the untamed beauty of Africa meets high-fashion sophistication. \n\nNow celebrating its 20th Anniversary, Art of Fashion returns bigger, and bolder than ever, a milestone event blending style and purpose, with every dollar granting counseling for children and special wishes for those in need. \n\nYour ticket unlocks the full "Art of Fashion" experience: exclusive entry to a breathtaking runway show and after-party, two drink vouchers, and gourmet hors d'oeuvres insprised by global flavors. \n\nGather your tribe, bring your boldest safari-chic style, and follow along as we begin the countdown to Pensacola's hottest charity fashion show!\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/AOF2026-Header-cec3028c72.png","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/art-of-fashion-2025-sands-of-time-1","ticket_link":"On Sale TBA<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 2<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"6:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/AOF2026-Header-cec3028c72.png","category":{"name":"Other","id":"0"}},{"media_title":"Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Experience the raw passion and timeless soul of two R&B's most powerful voices. Fantasia Barrino, winner of American Idol Season 3, captivated the world with her soaring vocals and heartfelt performances, earing Grammy acclaim and Broadway recognition for her role in The Color of Purple. Anothony Hamilton, the platinum-selling artist behind the modern classic Comin' from Where I'm From, brings his signature grit and Southern soul to hits like "Charlene" and the poignant duet "Freedom" from Django Unchained. Together, these two artist represent the heart of contemporary soul - rich in story, resilience, and unforgettable sound. \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Fantasia_2026_Pensacola_1920x1080-c330a17aaf.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/fantasia-anthony-hamilton","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 3<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Fantasia_2026_Pensacola_480x280-3ed7ac17f3.jpg","category":{"name":"Concerts","id":"1"}},{"media_title":"White Tie Rock Ensemble Americana Rock","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Experience an unforgettable night of classic American rock as White Tie Rock Ensemble presents a powerful tribute to the music of Tom Petty, The Eagles, The Allman Brothers, and Lynyrd Skynyrd! \n\nJoin us at the Pensacola Bay Center on April 4th for a high-energy performance that brings these legendary hits to life. From Southern rock anthems to timeless sing-a-longs, this is a celebration of Americana you won't want to miss! \n\nGet ready to relive the soundtrack of a generation - live on stage with White Tie Rock Ensemble! \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Back-Marquee-14057119dc.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/white-tie-rock-ensemble-30","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 4<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Back-Marquee-e29be3ab6e.jpg","category":{"name":"Concerts","id":"1"}},{"media_title":"Easter at Echo Life! ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Celebrate Easter at Echo Life with a powerful morning of worship, hope, and community. This year we're coming together as one church for one special service on April 5 at 10:00am at the Pensacola Bay Center. \n\nWhether you've been part of Echo LIfe for some time or it's your first time visiting, you're invited to experience the joy, renewal, and celebration of the Risen King with us. Come expectant, bring your family and friends, and join us as we celebrate the life-changing power of Easter together. \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/20260405_Easter-in-Pensacola-Signage-Bay-Center_Web-Banner-bed8a06312.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/easter-at-echo-life","ticket_link":"","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 5<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"10:00am","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/20260405_Easter-in-Pensacola-Signage-Bay-Center_Web-Banner-bed8a06312.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Brandon Lake - King of Hearts Tour ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"\n\nJoin Brandon Lake with special guests Franni Cash & Pat Barrett for the King of Hearts Tour. Hitting 48 cities across Fall of 2025 and Spring of 2026, this tour will feature many of your favorite songs like Gratitude, Graves Into Garden and COUNT 'EM, as well as new songs from his newly accounced album, King of Hearts (Hard Fought Hallelujah, That's Who I Praise). Join Brandon for the King of Hearts Tour! Get your tickets today... we can't wait to see you soon! \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/KOH_TOUR_1920x1080_UPDATED_SoldOut-982825b6ff.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/brandonlake","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Apr<\/span> 18<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/KOH_TOUR_1920x1080_UPDATED_SoldOut-ffd516e28e.jpg","category":{"name":"Concerts","id":"1"}},{"media_title":"Island Fights 96","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Don’t miss Island Fights 96 live on Friday, May 1st, at the Pensacola Bay Center! *Fights to be announced and subject to change*\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/725x420-2f8b1cf3e7.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/island-fights-96","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"May<\/span> 1<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"6:30pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/725x420-2f8b1cf3e7.jpg","category":{"name":"Sports","id":"3"}},{"media_title":"Alice Cooper - Alice's Attic Tour ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Alice Cooper pioneered a grandly theatrical brand of hard rock that was designed to shock.  Drawing equally from horror movies, vaudeville, and garage rock, the group created a stage show that featured electric chairs, guillotines, fake blood and boa constrictors. \n\n \n\nWith a schedule that includes six months each year on the road, Alice Cooper brings his own brand of rock psycho-drama to fans both old and new, enjoying it as much as the audience does. Known as the architect of shock-rock, Cooper (in both the original Alice Cooper band and as a solo artist) has rattled the cages and undermined the authority of generations of guardians of the status quo, continuing to surprise fans and exude danger at every turn, like a great horror movie, even in an era where CNN can present real life shocking images. \n\n \n\nWith his influence on rock & roll and popular culture long since acknowledged, there is little that Alice Cooper hasn't achieved in his remarkable career, including platinum albums, sold-out tours and any number of honors and career achievement awards.  As he heads out on tour in 2026, Alice shows no signs of slowing down.\n\n \n\n \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/2026_725x420-AC-Pensacola-ab78b38793.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/alice-cooper","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"May<\/span> 3<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/2026_725x420-AC-Pensacola-ab78b38793.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Disney On Ice Jump In! 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From the high seas of Moana 2 to the emotional landscapes of Inside Out 2, this spectacular production brings together over 50 iconic characters - including the debut of new faces like Anxiety alongside Joy, Sadness, Disgust, Anger, and Fear! \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Website_Banner_725x420-2c1f624820.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/disney-on-ice-6","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"May<\/span> 8 - 10<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Website_Thumb_250x150-d468e89750.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Monster Jam ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"MONSTER JAM\n\nThe most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today returns to Pensacola for a high-octane weekend at Pensacola Bay Center. Featuring the ultimate mix of high-flying action and four-wheel excitement.\n\nThe fun begins at the Monster Jam® Pit Party, where you can see the massive trucks up close, meet your favorite drivers and crews, get autographs and take pictures. This fun-filled experience is the only place to get an insider’s look at how these 12,000-pound trucks are built to stand up to the competition. The Monster Jam Pit Party—there’s nothing like it.\n\n\n\tBuy a Pit Party Pass TOGETHER with your regular ticket order.\n\tOr you can purchase a Pit Party Pass AFTER you've already purchased your event tickets.\n\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/262298850-MJS2ARENAPensacola_Spurrier-Venue_Kit-725x420-62586f7432.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/monster-jam-26","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Jul<\/span> 25 - 26<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/262298850-MJS2ARENAPensacola_Spurrier-Venue_Kit-725x420-7b8cc5a2b4.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Leanne Morgan - The Time of Our Lives Tour ","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Leanne Morgan rose to prominence with her debut Netflix special I’m Every Woman, showcasing her signature blend of relatable humor and Southern charm. Since early 2023, the special has become Netflix’s most-viewed stand-up special from a female comedian globally, cementing Morgan’s breakout success after more than 25 years on the road building a devoted fanbase.\n\nThat momentum quickly translated to the stage. In the first six months of her Just Getting Started tour, Morgan sold more than 100,000 tickets, headlining prestigious venues including the Chicago Theatre, American Airlines Arena, and Nashville's iconic Ryman Auditorium in her native Tennessee. Her seamless transition from intimate comedy clubs to large-scale theaters and arenas affirmed her status as a major force in stand-up.\n\nMorgan’s second Netflix special, Unspeakable Things, premiered on November 4, 2025, debuting at #1 worldwide. The special earned a 2026 Critics' Choice Association nomination for Best Comedy Special and won a 2026 Gracie Award, further cementing her growing industry recognition. It marks the second of multiple planned hour-long specials for Netflix.\n\nA native of rural Tennessee, Morgan has built her career on finding humor in the everyday family life, marriage, and the unexpected twists of getting older. Her warm, candid storytelling and sharp observational style continue to resonate with audiences across generations.\n\nIn September 2024, Morgan released her debut book, What in the World?!, published by Random House \/ Convergent, which quickly became a New York Times bestseller. Expanding her creative footprint even further, she stars in her own Netflix sitcom Leanne, created in partnership with acclaimed producer Chuck Lorre. The 16-episode, multi-camera comedy premiered July 31, 2025, and debuted in Netflix’s Global Top 10. Inspired by her stand-up, the series follows a woman rebuilding her life after an unexpected divorce, blending humor and heart in equal measure. The show is currently in production on its second season.\n\nMorgan’s rising influence has been widely recognized across the industry, including being named The Hollywood Reporter’s 2025 100 Most Powerful Women in Entertainment. She also appears in the Amazon Prime Video Feature You’re Cordially Invited, starring alongside Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon.\n\nDespite her busy schedule, Morgan remains grounded, cherishing precious moments with her husband, three children, grandbabies, and beloved beagle in Knoxville, Tennessee.\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/LeanneMorgan_PENFL_1200x628-ba29573bc3.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/leanne-morgan","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Sep<\/span> 5<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/LeanneMorgan_PENFL_1200x628-ba29573bc3.jpg","category":{"name":"Concerts","id":"1"}},{"media_title":"Gabriel Fluffy Iglesias - The 1976 Tour","media_tagline":"","event_body":"NEW DATE! \n\nFollowing the success of his latest Netflix special, Gabriel Iglesias: Legend of Fluffy, Iglesias announced he will bring his new THE 1976 TOUR: A FLUFFY CELEBRATION to the Pensacola Bay Center in Pensacola, FL on April 11th, 2026! \n\nGabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias is one of the world's most successful stand-up comedians and one of the highest grossing touring comedians of all time. He is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with over 2 billion views and over 34.6 million fans across social media. He was the 3rd highest grossing comedian of 2025 according to Billboard. \n\nGabriel's stand-up comedy is a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters, and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. His unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages. \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/IC_GabrielIglesias_0926_Pensacola_725x420-b280cfa915.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/gabriel-fluffy-iglesias","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Sep<\/span> 26<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/IC_GabrielIglesias_0926_Pensacola_250x150-b77a26a3ea.jpg","category":{"name":"Other","id":"4"}},{"media_title":"CeCe Winans - COME WORSHIP! Pensacola!","media_tagline":"","event_body":"The “COME WORSHIP! Tour” is an invitation from CeCe Winans to bring together audiences of every generation, ethnicity, and denomination while worshipping Jesus as a unified congregation. Winans is excited to bring along some of the biggest worship leaders for an evening designed to be unlike anything audiences have experienced before. Joined by special guest Charity Gayle, whose anthems including “Thank You Jesus for the Blood” and “I Speak Jesus” have become modern worship staples, the tour creates a sacred space marked by faith, expectancy, and unity. Rounding out the night will be Red Worship and Terrian, two of the newest and most powerful voices in worship music.\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Copy-of-CeCeWinans_CWT_LOCAL_10.22_Pensacola_1920x1080-0fe7ba7525.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/cece-winans-come-worship","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Oct<\/span> 22<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Copy-of-CeCeWinans_CWT_LOCAL_10.22_Pensacola_1920x1080-9c8cd6f9d1.jpg","category":{"name":"Concerts","id":"1"}},{"media_title":"Jim Gaffigan - Everything is Wonderful! 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With countless sold-out shows, multiple comedy specials, and a reputation as one of the most beloved comedians of his generation, this tour proves once again why Jim Gaffigan remains a fan favorite. \n\nGet ready for an evening of nonstop laughter as Jim Gaffigan reminds us - that event when life gets weird - everything is wonderful! \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/JimGaffigan_PENFL_GEN_1080x1350-6744b97a70.png","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/jim-gaffigan-1","ticket_link":"Buy Tickets<\/a>","event_date":"Dec<\/span> 28<\/span>, 2026<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"7:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/JimGaffigan_PENFL_GEN_1080x1350-4618f75afe.png","category":{"name":"Other","id":"4"}},{"media_title":"Pensacon 2027","media_tagline":"","event_body":"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.The three-day event draws tens of thousands to downtown Pensacola and takes place across multiple venues, including the Pensacola Bay Center, Pensacola Cultural Center, Rex Theatre, Pensacola Museum of Commerce and the De Luna Event Space. \n\nAttendees can meet dozens of celebrity guests; browse and purchase pop culture collectibles on the vendor floor; sit in on interactive panels with actors, artists, authors and other creators; learn in informational workshops; enjoy live entertainment and film screenings; participate in family-friendly activities in Poseidon's Bay; cosplay and enter costume contests; socialize with fellow fans; and much, much more.\n\nVisit pensacon.com for complete guest lists, ticketing and more information.\n\n \n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/pensa26_logo27_1920-ace68a2c48.jpg","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/pensacon-2027","ticket_link":"On Sale TBA<\/span>","event_date":"Feb<\/span> 19 - 21<\/span>, 2027<\/span>","promos":"home featured","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/pensa26_logo27_1920-6c308a6082.jpg","category":{"name":"Family","id":"2"}},{"media_title":"Now Hiring","media_tagline":"","event_body":"Click here: Apply Today!\n\nAdditional Opportunities: \n\nWe need Non-Profit Organization Volunteers!\n\nVolunteer to run our concession stands during events and earn great exposure for your organization!\n\nContact: Savor@pcolabaycenter.com\n","media_file_type":"img","media_file_placeholder":null,"media_file_name":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Copy-of-FoodBar1.28.22-1-1c711eaa45.png","media_link":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/events\/detail\/now-hiring","ticket_link":"On Sale TBA<\/span>","event_date":"Dec<\/span> 31<\/span>, 2027<\/span>","promos":"home featured","event_time":"8:00pm","media_thumb":"https:\/\/www.pensacolabaycenter.com\/assets\/img\/Copy-of-FoodBar1.28.22-1-7c8326f75e.png","category":{"name":"Other","id":"4"}}]}