41st Annual Snowball Derby
December 4-7, 2008
The Five Flags Speedway Snowball Derby is a race drivers and fans mark on their calendars each year. As one of the nation’s premier short track events, more than 30,000 race fans gather to see some of the biggest names in motorsports competing in a 300-lap race.  (850) 994-8400; www.5flagsspeedway.com

Winterfest Trolly Tours
November 28-29, December 5-6, 12-13, 19-24, 2008
Trolleys and double-decker buses act as theaters taking passengers to a series of interactive performances at 22 locations along a 2-mile route in historic Downtown Pensacola. Dozens of local businesses and residents bring to life favorite characters of the season. Tours available from 5–8:30 p.m. www.pensacolawinterfest.org