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Holidayfest

Celebrate the holiday season with these fun events and activities for UWF faculty, staff, and leadership.


Signature Events

A photo of cocoa toppings and a sign that says Happy Holidays.

Cookies and Cocoa

Wednesday, December 3, 2025
12 to 1:30 p.m.
UWF Auditorium

Faculty and staff are invited to celebrate the Holidays at Holidayfest Cookies and Cocoa! There will be holiday bingo beginning at 12:30 p.m. and a sugar rush for all. Donations for the Argo Pantry and Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research will be accepted at this event.

Please RSVP by December 1, 2025.

RSVP

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Holidayfest in Historic Pensacola Village

Wednesday, December 10, 2025
6 to 8 p.m.

Faculty, staff and their families are invited to gather at the Museum of Commerce and the Museum of Industry to enjoy light refreshments, kids’ crafts and holiday fun. Donations for the Argo Pantry and Rally Foundation will be accepted at this event.

Please RSVP by December 3, 2025.

RSVP

Holiday Activities

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You've Been Jingled!

Spread some holiday cheer with your co-workers with this year’s “ You've Been Jingled” Print out the flyer below and surprise a colleague with a special treat.

A photo of donated items at UWF Holidayfest 2022.

Join us in giving back this holiday season by supporting the Argo Pantry and Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research. Bring your donations to Cookies and Cocoa or Holidayfest in Historic Pensacola Village.

Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research

Visit Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research to make a monetary donation.

Donate Here

Their specific needs are gift cards for Uber Eats, Target, Walmart, DoorDash, fast-food restaurants, and regular Visa.

  • Toys and games for kids ages 1 - 18
  • Spot It card game
  • Super hero action figures
  • Baby dolls
  • Lego kits
  • Twin size bed sheets
  • Craft kits
  • Silly string
  • Card games
  • Board games
  • Nintendo Switch gift cards
  • iTunes gift cards
  • Nail polish
  • Dress up outfits
  • Puzzles
  • Books
  • Coloring books

Argo Pantry

  • Cereal
  • Canned meats
  • Canned soups
  • Peanut butter
  • Rice
  • Oatmeal
  • Canned vegetables
  • Canned fruit
  • Ramen noodles
  • Macaroni and cheese
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Toothbrush
  • Bar soap
  • Detergent
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Deodorant
  • Conditioner
  • Toothpaste
  • Body wash
  • Canvas totes
  • Insulated bags
  • Quart or gallon zip storage bags

The Historic Pensacola museums do not have dedicated parking. All posted signage must be obeyed for all lots. For more information on paid parking in downtown Pensacola, visit Premium Parking or City of Pensacola Parking.