Fiesta Parade 1954 Pensacola, Fla. (January 28, 2026) — Visit Pensacola has unveiled a new online resource to help residents and visitors explore upcoming activities and events tied to America’s 250th anniversary, also known as America 250. The interactive hub, found at visitpensacola.com/america250/ , will serve as a centralized listing for community celebrations, lectures, exhibitions, and heritage programming commemorating the nation’s founding story. “As America prepares for its 250th...

The 2 nd  Annual General Chappie James Essay Competition Presented by:     Topic:   Discuss the qualities that a leader should possess to be effective during times of turmoil and conflict.  Reflect on General James’ life and work and the leadership qualities he used to succeed in his pursuits. Compare your own leadership qualities or those you seek to gain to General James’ qualities of leadership. ​​ Entry to the General Chappie James Essay Competition   2025-26 is open to students in grades...

Fiesta Pensacola's Foundation Board of Directors has voted to extend its pledged support to the University of West Florida Historic Trust recently with an additional $10,000 commitment to help produce a new exhibit at the Pensacola Museum of History. This partnership is the latest installment of many years of continued support pledged by Fiesta to the UWF Historic Trust, including the museum outdoor lighting project (see https://www.fiestapensacola.org/post/fiesta-gives-back ) and the more...