PENSACOLA ELEVATED WITH ITS FIRST ROOFTOPS – Pensacola’s Rooftop Scene Is On The Rise, Welcoming Its First Two Spaces To The Destination. 

  • BOUNCE BEACH (OPENED SUMMER 2025 – PENSACOLA BEACH BOARDWALK)
    This vibrant rooftop venue brings an island-style social experience to Pensacola Beach. Located on the Boardwalk, Bounce Beach offers sweeping views of Santa Rosa Sound, coastal décor, and a menu designed for laid-back, sunny-day dining and nightlife. The space frequently hosts DJs, themed events, and sunset gatherings.

  • THE TOP OF THE CENTER (OPENED 2025 – DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA)
    Downtown’s first rooftop event space, The Top of the Center is perched above the Pensacola Little Theatre. With panoramic views of Pensacola Bay, the rooftop hosts performances, receptions, and cultural events, adding a new layer to the city’s arts and entertainment scene.

NEW RESTAURANTS & COASTAL FLAVORS

  • THE FLORIDA ROOM (OPENED JUNE 30, 2024 – DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA)
    A nostalgic, Miami Vice-inspired open-air cocktail lounge featuring neon décor, immersive ambiance, and a focus on low-ABV seltzers and creative drinks. The Florida Room offers a unique setting for locals and visitors looking for a stylized, social cocktail hour.

  • THE WHARF FISH & OYSTER COMPANY & HIDEAWAY BEACH BAR (OPENED SPRING 2025– PENSACOLA BEACH)
    This dual-venue concept includes The Wharf, a full-service seafood restaurant overlooking the Gulf, and Hideaway, a relaxed beach bar ideal for casual bites and drinks. Together, they offer fresh dining options with a front-row seat to the water.

OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS & EXPERIENCES

BRUCE BEACH (PHASE 1 OPENED 2022, PHASE 2 COMPLETED NOVEMBER 8, 2024 – DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA)
The Bruce Beach project reclaims and revitalizes a historic African American swimming and recreation site near downtown Pensacola.

  • Phase 1 focused on shoreline access, walking trails, and restoring native vegetation.

  • Phase 2, completed in November 2024, introduced a pedestrian bridge connecting to Community Maritime Park, a learning garden, a shaded plaza, and interpretive signage that highlights the cultural significance of the area.
    Together, both phases have transformed Bruce Beach into a welcoming public greenspace with educational, recreational, and environmental features.

Perdido Key Multi-use Path (completed 2024 – Perdido Key)

This newly completed multi-use trail enhances bike and pedestrian access across Perdido Key. It connects key recreational areas, beach access points, and neighborhoods, encouraging eco-friendly exploration and improving safety for non-vehicular travelers.

Portside Pickle (July 2025) 

A new pickleball entertainment complex is in development, combining America’s fastest-growing sport with food, drinks, and social spaces. Designed as a casual, family-friendly environment, Portside Pickle will serve as both a recreational facility and a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.