The Reggae Vibes Band will headline the Goombay Gulf Coast event this year. It takes place April 24-25 in the historic Belmont-Devilliers neighborhood of Downtown Pensacola. Thursday, April 1

Sunsets at Plaza de Luna Park at Palafox Pier Plaza de Luna, Pensacola, 5:30 p.m. (850) 435-1695

Each Thursday during the summer season this concert series will bring music and entertainment to Pensacola. There will also be full service concessions and arts and crafts.

Friday, April 2

Molly Ringwalds ‘Easter Weekend Concert’ Seville Quarter, Pensacola, 9:30 p.m. (850) 434-6211 www.rosies.com

The all - 80's tribute band are and indescribable act and well worth the trip downtown.

Saturday, April 3

Learn about ‘Churches of Destin...In the Beginning’ Destin History and Fishing Museum (850) 837-6611

The Destin History and Fishing Museum invites you to view a new exhibit on the early churches of Destin. Included in the display are copies of handwritten church records of William T. Marler from 1902 thru 1928 which includes members, baptisms and marriages.

Kids Fest in Destin Harborwalk Village, Noon - 4 p.m. (850) 424-0600 www.harborwalkdestin.com

The Destin Harbor's largest outdoor festival just for kids! Hands-on activities, entertainment, kite making, sidewalk murals, jewelry making, demonstrations from local artisans, kids' karaoke contest and more.

Sunday, April 4

Easter Celebration at the Saenger Theatre Saenger Theatre, Pensacola, 9 and 11 a.m. (850) 595-3880

Pastor John Spencer of Calvary Chapel Gulf Breeze will be sharing a special Easter message. The musical guest, Phil Wickam, will lead the service in the worship. This event is free to the public.

Monday, April 5

Art Student Honors Exhibition The Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts at Pensacola Junior College, 3 to 5 p.m. (850) 484-2550

Pensacola Junior College presents the Art Student Honors Exhibition April 5 through May 3. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday. Tours are available with prior arrangements.

Tuesday, April 6

Billy Goats Gruff at West Florida Public Library Southwest Branch Library, Pensacola, 6 p.m. (850) 453-7780

Young children from infants to 5 years old, and their adults, will enjoy free stories, songs, and fingerplays. Storytime is an excellent way to introduce young children to good stories and to help them gain confidence in group interactions.

Thursday, April 8

On-stage version of Disney's ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Saenger Theatre, Pensacola, 7:30 p.m. (850) 595-3880 www.pensacolasaenger.com

Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical when it comes to Pensacola!

Friday, April 9

PLT presents ‘A Mid Summer Night’s Dream’ Pensacola Little Theatre, 7:30 p.m. April 10, 16, 17 at 7:30 and April 11 and 18 at 2:30 p.m. (850) 432-2042 www.pensacolalittletheatre.com

This romantic comedy is one of Shakespeare's most popular works for the stage and is widely performed around the world. See it performed by an all-Pensacola cast.

Saturday, April 10

Feel good at Pensacola Community Soulfest West Pensacola Ballpark, 10 a.m. (850) 438-4882

You and your family will enjoy great soul music and other fun at this annual event.

Pensacola JazzFest Seville Square, Pensacola April 10-11 (850) 433-8382 www.jazzpensacola.com

The Pensacola JazzFest, now in its 27th year, is a free all-jazz festival held in downtown, historic Seville Square. The two-day festival, held in early spring each year, celebrates America's unique musical art form-Jazz.

UWF music presents Jazz piano competition

Saenger Theatre, Pensacola 7:30 p.m. (850) 474-2147 www.uwf.edu/music/phillipsjazz

The University of West Florida Department of Music will showcase student musicians from across the United States at the Sixth Annual Kathleen T. and Philip B. Phillips, M.D. Jazz Piano Competition.

NFSO Presents ‘European Masters’ Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts Center, Niceville, 7:30 p.m. (850) 837-6241 www.mattiekellyartscenter.org

The Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra season will conclude on April 10, with “European Masters”. This stunning concert features Mozart’s final composition, Requiem in D minor K. 626. Also featured will be Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major Op. 97 “Rhenish”.

Reptile Show at Pensacola Fairgrounds Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, April 10-11 (877) 429-8462 www.pensacolafair.com

Vendors will have an assortment of exotic reptiles on show and on sale at this annual event.

Sunday, April 11

‘A Sunday of Soundside Splendor’ Portofino Island Resort, Pensacola Beach, 4-7 p.m. (850) 266-2705 www.chsfl.com

It's time for the fifth annual Children's Home Society of Florida special event of distinctive wines and delectable cuisine selected by Chef Jim Shirley. Your support can assist us in continuing our efforts to recruit, train and license new foster homes for some of our most vulnerable children and to ensure that children are safe, healthy and prepared for life.

Tuesday, April 13

“Bach to Basics: Go Baroque at Our Auction” Pensacola Opera Center, 6:30 - 9 p.m. (850) 484-1806 www.choralsocietyofpensacola.com

The Choral Society of Pensacola will offer patrons a wide array of fascinating auction items at the event "Bach to Basics: Go Baroque at Our Auction.” This festive evening will feature both live and silent auctions, complimentary food and beverage, and entertainment.

Thursday, April 15

White Sands Music Festival Farmers' Opry House, Pace, April 15-17 (850) 994-6000 www.farmersopry.com

This annual event features food, arts and crafts vendors and non-stop jam sessions. White Sands Music festival prides itself on being good family fun.

Friday, April 16

Celtic Women perform Pensacola Civic Center, 8 p.m. (850) 432-0800 www.pensacolaciviccenter.com

The Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Woman, plays Pensacola as part of their North American tour in support of their new CD/DVD “Songs from the Heart.”

Pensacola Beach Crawfish Festival Portofino Boardwalk, April 16-18 (850) 932-1500

This three-day event offers plenty of food and fun for the entire family.

Stargazing at Fort Pickens Battery Worth Picnic Area, sunset to 10 p.m. (850) 934-2600 www.nps.gov/guis

Weather permitting, volunteers from the Escambia Amateur Astronomers' Association will set up several telescopes for public viewing of the stars, planets and constellations.

Saturday, April 17

PSO Ashley Brown Special Benefit Concert Saenger Theatre, Pensacola, 8 p.m. (850) 435-2300 www.pensacolasymphony.com

Ashley Brown "Uncommon Woman" – Gulf Breeze's very own Broadway star joins Pensacola Symphony Orchestra for a night of classical hits, incredible singing, and an exciting conclusion to the season.

Sinfonia Swings on the Boulevard Grand Boulevard, Destin, 7 p.m. (850) 654-5929

Back by popular demand, Sinfonia Gulf Coast members team up with Playground Swing for an outdoor musical concert and dancing exhibitions of swinging proportions.

Emerald Coast Music Fest W. E. Combs Campus of the University of West Florida Emerald Coast, Fort Walton Beach, 1-7 p.m. www.uwf.edu/emeraldcoast/ec mf.cfm.

Enjoy the sounds of music from the following performers: First Baptist Church of Niceville Rods, Chris Williams, Randy Sherwood, Brandon Day, Pyramid Players, Hatchet, Pike and Gun, Zoe Fronhauser, Without Silence, and Blood Stained Grace.

Thursday, April 22

Disney on Ice celebrates 100th year Pensacola Civic Center, April 22-24, 7 p.m. Thurs. - Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. (850) 432-0800 www.pensacolaciviccenter.com

A century of classic and new Disney stars are taking to the ice to share memories, laughs and excitement in Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic.

‘12 Angry Jurors’ at PLT

Pensacola Little Theatre, April 22-24, 7:30 p.m. Thurs. - Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sunday (850) 432-2042 www.pensacolalittletheatre.com

A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case, until one of the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts.

Friday, April 23

Interstate Mullet Toss Flora-Bama Lounge, Perdido, April 23-25 (850) 492-0611 www.florabama.com

Perdido' Key's Flora- Bama Lounge on the Florida-Alabama state line hosts this wacky annual tournament that has participants compete in tossing an actual mullet. Live music, food and drinks.

Get a taste of 24th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Destin, April 23-25 (850) 267-8117 www.sandestinwinefestival.com

The Sandestin Wine Festival at Baytowne Wharf brings an opportunity for discovery. Take part in wine tastings showcasing more than 600 domestic and international wines.

Saturday, April 24

2010 Circle of Life Expo Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, April 24-25, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (850) 941-4321 www.circleoflifeexpo.com

This event will have an array of activities for the entire family, including: vendors, speakers, aura photography, paranormal investigations, free health screening, jewelry, artists, musicians and more.

‘March for Babies’ hits the streets in Pensacola Bartram Park, Pensacola, Registration at 7 a.m., march starts at 8 (850) 475-5227

Get some exercise for a good cause at this March of Dimes fundraiser.

Goombay Gulf Coast Historic Belmont-Devilliers Neighborhood, Pensacola, April 24-25, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. (850) 207-0206 www.goombaygulfcoast.com

Feel the rhythm of Caribbean music from some of the best regional and international reggae, calypso, steel drum bands around. .

‘Fire and Earth: 2010 Coastal Pottery Expo’ Heritage Park and Cultural Center, Fort Walton Beach, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (850) 833-9595

Get out and see some amazing pieces of work done by Gulf Coast artists.

Friday, April 30

Crawfish Creole Festival Bartram Park, Pensacola, April 30 - May 2 (850) 433-6512 www.fiestaofiveflags.org

This one of the largest crawfish boils in Florida. Enjoy great food and music straight from the bayous of Louisiana.

‘The Little Mermaid’ at the Saenger Theatre Saenger Theatre, Pensacola, 10 a.m. (850) 595-3880 www.pensacolasaenger.com

From the wonder of her sea palace to her royal castle, join Hans Christian Anderson's Little Mermaid in this terrific adaptation filled with surprises and fun.