Week in the Park

A Celebration of Service Through Music, Art, & Laughter

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Once again, Pensacola will be showcasing all the Park has to offer and has a big week planned for VeteransWeek! The Park is excited about the opportunity to partner with Foo Foo Fest in bringing a week of gratitude, art, music, education, healing, and laughter to our community.

 

Veterans Memorial Park and Foo Foo Fest are excited to give our community an epic "Week in the Park" kick-off with music and comedy act evenings in the Park! Park festivities begin in conjunction and in coordination with Foo Foo Fest, VeteransWeek, and the Gulf Coast Arts Festival activities and dates.

MUSIC

CONCERTS

The week will kick-off with a concert in the park and maybe a few smaller musical events during the week ending on Veterans Day evening with the Annual Fundraising Dinner & Concert. Check out the event schedule below and come join us for the festivities!

ARTS & PATRIOTISM

Join us in the Park for tours of the Park and learn about our American History of those who protected our freedom and way of life. With over $3 million in art and monuments, you will also learn about the artists and the stories behind the art.

ENTERTAINMENT, KEY NOTES, & CEREMONIES

This year we focus on gratitude, art, music, education, healing, and laughter! Join us in the Park as we bring a mix of events & entertainment that touches our hearts, our minds, and our spirit.

FOOD & DINING

During the main events of the week, Park visitors can enjoy the areas best food trucks.

For those who join us for the Fundraising Dinner on Veterans Day, you will be treated to a fantastic culinary experience while supporting the park with your generous donation and finally be treated with a concert by Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Mac McAnally.

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Saturday Nov. 4th - Starting from 2:00 PM 

Music in the Park

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

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

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This event is made possible through the Patriot Partnership with Defenders of Freedom of Florida. Donations from the event are shared to support the missions of both non-profit organizations.

Sunday Nov. 5th - Starting from  11:00 AM 

Art in The Park - Gallery Row

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM - We are excited to partner with local artist's, Pensacola art galleries. and art students to bring a fun experience to visitors to the park. Tons of fun for kids and adults join us!

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Monday Nov. 6th - Starting from  1:00 PM 

Tours in the Park

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Park will conduct tours in the park.

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Tuesday Nov. 7th - Starting from  1:00 PM

Tours in the Park

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Park will conduct tours in the park.

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Wednesday Nov. 8th - Starting from  9:00 AM 

Open

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Thursday Nov. 9th - Starting from  9:00 PM

Open

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Veterans Memorial Park - Downtown Bayfront Drive.

Friday Nov. 10th - Starting from 3:00 PM 

Tours in the Park

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM the Park will conduct tours in the park.

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Comedy in the Park - Laughter is Good for the Soul

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM GI's of Comedy - The "First Ever" comedy show in the Park! You don't want to miss this! The GI's of Comedy will bring a bit of military humor that everyone will get. Event opens at 5:30 PM and show starts a 6:30 PM. This event was made possible through collaboration with our friends at University of West Florida and their Military and Veterans Resource Center.

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Saturday Nov. 11th - Starting from  9:00 AM 

Veterans Memorial Park - Veterans Day Ceremony

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Exhibits, musical entertainment, and food trucks begin at 9:00 AM. Ceremony begins at 11:00 AM. Visit the Park Ceremony event page.

Keynote Speaker

Hon. Gary Bergosh

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Veterans Day Parade

Parade starts at 10:00 AM. Begins at corner of Spring & Main and ends at Veterans Memorial Park at 10:30 AM.

Veterans Memorial Park Foundation Dinner & Concert Fundraiser [SOLD OUT]

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM ~ Doors open for mocktail reception at 5:00 PM, Live & Silent Auction of some REALLY COOL items! Tickets $150, Tables of 6 also available. You will not want to miss this Dinner & Concert! Cocktail attire suggested. Visit the Fundraiser Dinner event page.

Special Musical Guest

Mac McAnally

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On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

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FOR THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING

DINNER & CONCERT

Our fundraising dinner will be held at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola in Chipley Hall with our special celebrity guest 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.

Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.

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Veterans and Their Families.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

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FOR THE KICK-OFF 

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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FOR THE KICK-OFF 

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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JOIN US

FOR THE KICK-OFF 

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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FOR THE KICK-OFF 

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.


GET TICKETS

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

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

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

JOIN US

FOR

LAUGHS IN THE PARK

This will definitely be an epic show on a Friday night in the Park! Leave the little ones at home, make dinner reservations for after the show. Come back in the morning for the Veterans Day Ceremony and bring the entire family. Event opens at 5:30 PM and show starts a 6:30 PM.

Now more than ever, we can all use a good laugh. Laughter brings diverse groups of people together. According to a Mayo Clinic study, laughter can relieve stress, soothe tension, improve your immune system, relieve pain, and improve your mood. These are benefits all of us can benefit from! These good spirits, happiness, and wellness will be brought to us by The GI's of Comedy.

All Veterans. All Veteran Comedians.


The GIs of Comedy is a comedic troupe of troops, who have taken their love of their country and brought it to the comedy stage. Quite simply, as the motto says, they’re Standup Comics. All Veterans. Still Serving Their Country. One Joke At A Time. Thom Tran, Jose Sarduy, and Tom Irwin are the Original GIs of Comedy. Since the team was created, nearly a dozen new members have joined the team from all different branches including the US Army, US Air Force, US Navy & US Marine Corps. All professional comedians trying to bring laughter to their brothers and sisters still in uniform.

Their mission and their goal is to help heal their fellow soldiers with their comedy, and to bring laughter to all those who have supported the people that wear the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. The team has performed in nearly two dozen countries, over 30 continental states, and to THOUSANDS of fans.

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FOR THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING

DINNER & CONCERT

Our fundraising dinner will be held at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola in Chipley Hall with our special celebrity guest 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.

Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.

GET TICKETS
EVENT PAGE

JOIN US

FOR THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING

DINNER & CONCERT

Our fundraising dinner will be held at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola in Chipley Hall with our special celebrity guest 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.

Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.

GET TICKETS
EVENT PAGE

SEND US AN EMAIL.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

info@veteransmpf.org

SEND US AN EMAIL.

COME VISIT US AT THE PARK.

On the Downtown Pensacola Bayfront Shoreline.

Pensacola, FL, USA

200 S. 10th Ave

Pensacola, FL, 32502

info@veteransmpf.org