OPERATION MWR CONCERT

Next month, Kane Brown is performing at NAS Pensacola’s Operation MWR concert, joined by special guest Russell Dickerson.

 

This free event is hosted by Navy MWR Entertainment as part of ongoing efforts to support the morale, resilience, and readiness of Sailors and their families. These opportunities play an important role in sustaining overall force readiness and supporting the well-being of the Navy community.

 

For more information, visit NavyMWRPensacola.com/OperationMWR.

 

Thank you to Operation MWR 2026’s presenting sponsor USAA and supporting sponsor GOVX. No Navy endorsement implied.

 

Event Eligibility: This event is open to guests with valid Department of War (DoW) ID cards and base access.

 

 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Know Before You Go: ​ Information on this page will be updated as needed.

Concert Site and Parking - will be released later

Camera Policy 

No cameras including all models, versions, and sizes. No video including all models, versions and sizes. No tablets including all models, versions, and sizes. Video recording and flash photography are prohibited. Media photography is permitted with event issue credential only. No generic or news outlet media badge will be accepted. All media requests must be approved in advance. 

Cell phones are allowed.  

Food and Drink

Food and drink will be available for purchase. 

Due to possible connectivity challenges to process credit cards, guests are encouraged to bring cash, for guest convenience a ATM will be in the Food Truck Area. 

Beverage booths will be located throughout the concert site, offering beer, wine, seltzers and water. 

Bag Policy

All bags must be clear and are subject to screening. Approved bag sizes are 12"x 6"x 12”- or 1-gallon clear plastic storage bag. Small clutch purses are allowed but they must be no bigger than 6.5"x 9". No coolers are allowed.  

Permitted Items

• Cell phones
• Camp style chairs and blankets to sit on. 

Prohibited Items: 

• Firearms and weapons including any type of edged weapon to include knives, impact weapons, electric pulse weapons, ammunition, mace, pepper spray, or other chemical irritants, blunt objects, brass knuckles, blackjacks, etc. 
• Tools, pliers, leathermans/multi-tools, knives, pocketknives, scissors, etc.
• Aerosol containers, including sunscreen and personal beauty products, etc. 
• Large battery packs or power banks over 1 lb. 
• Alcohol of any kind
• Illegal and illicit substances of any kind
• Drugs and/or Drug Paraphernalia
• Smoking, vaping, and related devices are prohibited. This includes e-cigarettes, vapes, vape pens, cartridges, and other electronic smoking devices
• Bags that do not adhere to the specific event clear baggage policy including any hard-sided cases
• Professional cameras and professional recording (photo, video, audio) equipment (NO large professional detachable zoom lenses, stands, monopods, tripods, attachment sticks (selfie sticks), gimbals, frames, iPads, or other commercial equipment. No video recording will be allowed. 
• Glass, Ceramic, Metal, Hard Plastic, containers of any kind (i.e. Nalgene, Hydroflask, etc.)
• Outside food or beverage of any kind 
• Coolers of any kind (Exceptions may be made for medical use)
• Wagons of any kind
• Tents, canopies, or shade structures of any kind
• Umbrellas of any kind
• Inflatable of any kind (i.e. furniture, pool floats, toys, beachballs)
• Animals/pets (except trained, documented, service animals as defined by the ADA)
• Drones or any other remote flying device of any kind
• Laser pointers, strobe devices, glow sticks, fireworks, incendiary devices
• Skateboards, long boards, "Razor" style boards, hoverboards, motorized transportation devices, bicycles, etc. 
• Chains or spiked jewelry, collars, or leashes of any kind to include wallet chains
• Flags, banners, totems, of any kind
• Costume masks or face coverings (except for medicial/religious use)
• Sticks, rods, bars, rocks
• Balloons, confetti, streamers, silly string
• Markers, paint, spray paint, or permanent
• Frisbees, balls or other thrown sports objects or toys
• Artificial noise makers of any kind
• Walkie talkies, radio scanners, or any other RF devices
• Signs or posters more than 2'x3' including multi-piece connecting signage. Paper or foam core only. Signs should not impede the viewing experience of other guests in attendance
• Publicly displayed matters containing content, symbols, or messages prohibited by Federal, Department of War (DoW) or Navy policy
• Unauthorized/unlicensed vendors are not allowed. No authorized solicitation and materials including handbills, flyers, stickers, beach balls, giveaways, samples, etc. 

Other items that in the judgement of security pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of the event by other guests. Prohibited items discovered during security inspections at the checkpoints must be either returned to the owner's vehicle or discarded. No safekeeping locations will be provided at the event. Prohibited items discovered inside the venue or any items left unattended are subject to confiscation and proper disposal. All attendees accept full liability for any personal items brought to the event. 

MWR event staff reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone. 

All personal items should be discarded in the proper receptacles or removed from the event site when you depart. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions: 

1. What is the guest policy?  - DoW ID (Active Duty, Dependents, Retirees, Reservists & Civilians) can sponsor guests. All guests must be in the same vehicle and be wearing a seatbelt when entering the base. Guests 18 and over must show a REAL ID or valid US Passport and enter in the same vehicle with their sponsored ID holder. 
    
2. Can a DoW Contractor ID (Green Stripe) holder bring guests on base?  - Yes, if your Contractor DoW ID authorizes you access to NASP, you may escort guests who have a REAL ID or valid US Passport. 
    
3. I'm a Veteran with a Veteran (VA) ID Card. Can I get on base, and can I bring a guest?  - Yes, if your Veteran ID authorizes you access to the installation, shop at the commissary, use of MWR Facilities you may escort guests who have a REAL ID or valid US Passport. 
    
4. Can you use a DBIDS ID to access NASP? - No, DBIDS credentials are issued to contractors and authorized personnel who have been granted access to military bases and secure government facilities to perform specific work at specific times. DBIDS holders should understand that their access is limited, and conditional based on the reasons a DBIDS ID was issued. 
    
5. Can a DBIDS ID holder bring guests on base? - No, your DBIDS ID does not allow you to escort guests at any time. 
    
6. Does DBIDS grant you entry with a veteran's rating on your REAL ID? - No. The veteran's rating on your REAL ID does not affect DBIDS access privileges. Access is based solely on the credentials and permissions associated with your DBIDS or DoW ID. 
    
7. Does a TWIC ID grant you entry to the base and concert? - No. It's primarily for workers in the transportation sector - like port workers, longshoremen, truck drivers, and others who need unescorted access to secure maritime areas. TWIC ID holders should understand that their access is limited, and conditional based on the reasons a TWIC ID was issued. 
    
8. What time do the gates open? Gates will open at 4:30 PM for the concert.