77th Annual Blessing of the Fleet

The 77th Annual Blessing of the Fleet will take place May 2–3, 2026, at St. Margaret Catholic Church in Bayou La Batre, Alabama. This event celebrates the local fishing community with boat blessings, food, music, and family activities. Saturday’s festivities include a 5k run, a gumbo cook-off, arts and crafts vendors, kid’s activities, and delicious food from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday features mass with Archbishop Mark Rivituso, a land and boat parade, the Blessing of the Fleet, arts and crafts vendors, kid’s activities, and delicious food from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.