April-May 2026 Calendar
Spring and early summer happenings all along the Emerald Coast
SANTANA’S ONENESS TOUR 2026
APRIL 1
Experience the legendary sound of Carlos Santana on the “Oneness Tour.” A celebration of unity, spirituality, and timeless music, this tour brings Santana’s signature blend of rock, blues, Latin rhythms, and soulful guitar magic to the stage. Feel the passion as Santana delivers an unforgettable night of hits, deep cuts, and transcendent moments.
pensacolabaycenter.com
ALMOST ABBA
APRIL 3
The No. 1 ABBA tribute band is coming to Mattie Kelly Arts Center. Almost ABBA recreates the spirit of ABBA in a costumed, choreographed, and interactive experience. The four-piece has performed for the U.S. military, as an opening act for Cher, and for the release of Mamma Mia. Their sound-alike performance and top-notch musicianship lives up to their name.
mattiekellyartscenter.org
UNwineD
APRIL 3-4
Spend the weekend tasting craft beer, wine, and spirits while sampling cuisine from renowned area chefs and local eateries. At its heart, UNwineD is a stylish garden party that showcases the best of the region. A portion of all ticket sales will benefit the Make-A-Wish, Heartland Animal Rescue, and Beach Care Services charities.
For more information, visit visitpanamacitybeach.com/unwined.
Baytowne Easter Explosion
APRIL 4
Bounce on over to The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an Easter Explosion on Saturday, April 4 from 12-3 p.m. Enjoy a day filled with face painting, arts and crafts, and more. Also, don’t forget to get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny.
For more information, visit baytownewharf.com.
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Concerts in the Village
APRIL 9 – JUNE 11
Thursday evenings in the spring, Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents the thirtieth annual 10-concert live music series. Opening night on April 9 features Smash Mouth, kicking off this milestone season in celebratory style. The exciting lineup includes Black Jacket Symphony: The Music of Van Halen; Yacht Rock Revue; Rumours ATL; Brass Transit: The Music of Chicago; Turnstiles: The Music of Billy Joel; Boogie Wonder Band; The Molly Ringwalds; The Return: A Beatles Tribute; and A1A: The Official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy dinner al fresco from local restaurants and food trucks.
Tickets are $40 (including ticketing fee). Doors open at 6 p.m. and concerts start at 7 p.m. MKAF members enjoy early admission and attend for free. Proceeds benefit Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and its ArtsReach initiatives serving local K–12 students, individuals with disabilities, and military service members and veterans throughout Northwest Florida and the Southeast. Purchase at mkaf.org. Ticket URL: app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mkafi
JOE BONAMASSA’S SOUND WAVE
BEACH WEEKEND
APRIL 10-12
Topeka festivals present Joe Bonamassa’s Sound Wave Beach Weekend at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Joe Bonamassa, Gov’t Mile, Grace Potter, Little Feat, JJ Grey & Mofro, and more fill out the lineup.
topeka.live
Twenty-Sixth Annual Tallahassee Tennis Challenger
APRIL 12-19
The 26th annual Challenger event in Tallahassee will begin with qualifying round play on April 12 at the Forestmeadows Tennis Center. Main draw play will take place April 12–19. ATP Professional Men’s Tennis Players ranked 100-300s in the world compete for a $107,000 purse and ATP world ranking points in singles and doubles tournaments.
Tickets are available at Forestmeadows Tennis Center prior to and during the tournament. Sponsorships available. (850) 431-5389
SANDESTIN WINE FESTIVAL
APRIL 16-19
Sip and savor for four days at the annual Sandestin Wine Festival, featuring tastings from hundreds of wines, exclusive wine dinners with celebrity chefs, live music, culinary tents, and discounted bottled-wine rates. Festival proceeds benefit the Fisher House and Sandestin Foundation for Kids.
sandestinwinefestival.com
SEABREEZE JAZZ FESTIVAL
APRIL 22-26
The Seabreeze Jazz Festival brings together top smooth jazz artists for a full weekend of fun, sun, good times, and great tunes at the Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater. Performers will include Damien Escobar, Cindy Bradley, DW3, and a slew of other prominent and rising jazz artists.
For more information, visit seabreezejazzfestival.com
TEDESCHI TRUCKS SUN, SAND AND SOUL
APRIL 23-25
Topeka festivals and Tedeschi Trucks Band present “Sun, Sand and Soul” at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Tedeschi Trucks Band, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band, Molly Tuttle, and more will grace the stage.
topeka.live
SOUTH WALTON BEACHES WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
APRil 23-26
Enjoy more than 600 wines and spirits available to taste at the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival. An expanded Culinary Village will offer exclusive Napa Valley vintners and featured wines to delight the senses. Experience the Grand Tasting tent, fun and informative tasting seminars, and celebrity winemaker interactions.
sowalwine.com
PENSACOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL
APRIL 24-26
Peel and eat at the Fiesta of Five Flags Crawfish Festival in Seville Square and Fountain Park in Pensacola. Thousands of pounds of this Cajun favorite will be served along with po’boys, gumbo, jambalaya, boudin, étouffée, and more. Activities include crawfish-eating contests, live Cajun music, and kids activities.
fiestapensacola.org/crawfish-festival
EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
APRIL 26
A day of community-focused environmental wellness at Bayview Park. Enjoy music, arts, educational activities,and more in efforts to make a positive impact on our planet.
earthdaypensacola.com
THUNDER BEACH SPRING MOTORCYCLE RALLY
APRIL 29-MAY 3
Rev your engines for the annual spring rally on Panama City Beach. Motorcycle enthusiasts will find vendors, a bike parade, beauty pageants, stunt shows, tattoo contests, live music, and plenty of food and beverage.
thunderbeachproductions.com
RUMOURS ATL
APRIL 30
Step back in time at the Dugas Pavilion stage with Rumours ATL, the ultimate tribute to Fleetwood Mac. From “Go Your Own Way” to “Dreams” and “The Chain,” this authentic performance captures the magic, energy, and mystique of one of rock’s most beloved bands.
mkaf.org
Mystic Pizza
APRIL 30 – MAY 17
Mystic Pizza is a dynamic new musical based on the 1988 rom-com about three working-class waitresses who navigate the complexities of life, love, and family in a small-town pizza joint. The infectious score features megahits of the ’80s and ’90s like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now,” “Manic Monday,” and “Addicted to Love.”
Showtimes include: Thursday–Saturday at 7 p.m.; Sundays and Wednesdays, 2 p.m. For more information, call (850) 684-0323 or
to purchase tickets, email boxoffice@emeraldcoasttheatre.org.
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS SPRINT TRIATHLON
MAY 2
The DeFuniak Springs Sprint Triathlon will take place Saturday, May 2, beginning at 7 a.m. The sprint triathlon will start with a 600-meter swim in the famous DeFuniak Lake, followed by a 16-mile bike ride into the scenic countryside, and finishing with a 5k around the lake through a historic district lined with Victorian-style homes.
trisignup.com/race/fl/defuniaksprings/dfstriathlon
DISNEY ON ICE: JUMP IN!
MAY 8-10
Step into a world of wonder where beloved Disney stories leap off the screen and glide across the ice. Disney on Ice’s “Jump In!” features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy on a magical journey into a kaleidoscope of Disney adventures. From the high seas of Moana 2 to the emotional landscapes of Inside Out 2, this spectacular production brings over
50 iconic characters to the ice.
pensacolabaycenter.com
JEEP BEACH JAM
MAY 11-16
Jam in your Jeep for five days of fun with thousands of Jeep owners while enjoying a parade, contests, vendors, and a variety of Jeep obstacle courses at Frank Brown Park in Panama City Beach.
jeepbeachjam.com
TURNSTILES
MAY 14
Experience the timeless music of Billy Joel with Turnstiles. From “Piano Man” to “Uptown Girl” and “New York State of Mind,” relive the soundtrack of a generation with this spot-on tribute to the Piano Man himself at the Dugas Pavilion stage in Destin.
mkaf.org
Jaws in Concert
MAY 15
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the concert hall … experience Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg’s classic 1970s adventure thriller like never before. “Jaws in Concert” will keep you on the edge of your seat as Sinfonia Gulf Coast performs composer John Williams’ iconic Academy Award-winning score live, perfectly synced to the film projected in HD on the big screen. Relive the suspense, the terror, and the unforgettable music that forever changed the way we view the ocean. Now for the first time, audiences will have the chance to experience the power of a live symphony orchestra performing the entire score in sync with one of the greatest motion pictures of all time. In the words of Chief Brody, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat!”
Saturday, May 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Destin–Fort Walton Beach Convention Center | Tickets $40-$55 | sinfoniagulfcoast.org
DIGITAL GRAFFITI
MAY 15-16
The white walls of Alys Beach will serve as canvases for highly talented national and international digital projection artists. Thousands of dollars in prizes will be awarded to digital artists, filmmakers, musicians, designers, photographers, and producers.
For more information,
visit digitalgraffiti.com.
TEQUILA & TACO FEST
May 16
Tequila & Taco Fest returns to the scenic waterfront at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. One of the Southeast’s favorite family-friendly festivals, this fun-filled day features mouthwatering tacos, premium tequilas and margaritas, live music, kid-friendly activities, and lively contests.
baytownewharf.com
BAYTOWNE MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION
MAY 23-24
Kick off your summer during Sandestin’s Memorial Day Celebration at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Enjoy live music all weekend. On Sunday, enjoy activities for the kids and a fireworks show at 9 p.m.
baytownewharf.com
GULF COAST JAM
MAY 28-31
A multi-day country music festival hosted at Frank Brown Park in Panama City Beach, Gulf Coast Jam features some of the biggest names in country music today. The 2026 lineup features headliners Post Malone, Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, and Riley Green alongside 20-plus additional performances.
gulfcoastjam.com
