Grab some Gumbo and a Beer. The Krewe of Bananimals hosts this informal cookoff at The Break Beach Bar. There is a potato salad category this year, too. For more, www.kreweofbananimals.com

Pensacola Beach Community Church, Avenida 18 and Via de Luna, 6 p.m. Open to the public. $12.50 per person. Teams of 8. Bring a snack to share and your own beverage.

The whole world is invited to join the fun at Bamboo Willie's on the Boardwalk at 7 p.m. No charge to attend. More details at Pensacola Beach Mardi Gras. 

The 7th Annual Pensacola Beach Glow Run is here!

This illuminating and fun filled family event will take place under the gorgeous moonlit skies at The Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola Beach, Saturday, February 8 at 7 PM. Pre-Race Fun starts at 5 pm! Run, Walk, or Dance the 5K course with family and friends! Glow Up, Glam Up and Show Up for an unforgettable evening!

 6 p.m. Beach Church...Nine finalists from Pensacola Beach Elementary will compete in the Pensacola Beach Optimist Club's Oratorical Contest at the Beach Church Fellowship Hall. Open to the public at no charge. 

5 p.m, at #1 Via de Luna. Open to the public. Agendas available online at www.sria-fla.com

Meet at the Grand Marlin parking lot to sign in at 8:45 a.m. 

Pensacola Beach Chamber's Membership Meeting, 8 a.m. at Our Lady Catholic Church. Arrive early for Breakfast, $5, 7:30 a.m. 

Sailing regatta hosted by the Pensacola Beach Yacht Club.