The 2009 Pensacola Seafood Festival is presented by the Fiesta of Five Flags in downtown Pensacola’s Seville Square.  Recognized by the Southeast Tourism Society as one of the top 20 events in the area, this festival is sure to make your weekend great.  Fantastic seafood is obviously the highlight of the event including fried gator bites, blackened mahi, bang bang shrimp, fried crawfish pistolettes, shrimp creole, and fried shark on a stick. 

Over 180 arts and crafts vendors will be present making it one of the largest arts and crafts fairs in Northwest Florida.  Live music in Fountain Park lasting the duration of the festival features over 10 different bands for you to enjoy.  Get all the details on the full event here. 

Now is a perfect time for you to take a quick trip down to the coast for a little rest, relaxation, and seafood in Pensacola Beach.  Check out Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals’ Beach Vacation Specials for last minute deals that are sure to get your feet moving. 

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