The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival at OWA Parks & Resort benefits the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. Named the 2021 Event of the Year by the Alabama Tourism Department, this all-ages hot air balloon festival is free-to-enter with a variety of activities and entertainment to keep your imagination soaring. The festival features daily live music and entertainment, arts and crafts displays, and balloon glows. This year’s event will feature 50 balloons with pilots from across the country! Catch the Balloon Glow (weather and wind permitting) daily beginning around dusk.

This fun workshop begins with a visit to the Global Language of Headwear exhibition where we will learn about hats from all over the world. Afterwards, kids will make their own hats to take home. Attendees can take inspiration from the hats in the exhibition, or create a hat, headband, or crown from their own imagination using materials supplied by the museum. This workshop is suitable for ages 6-12. The cost is $10 per person, and parents are welcome to attend. Call Curator of Education, Jennifer Theeck, at 251-301-0270 for more information or to make a reservation.

Mark your calendars for the return of Daphne's beloved May Day Celebration! Join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, from 11AM to 2PM at May Day Park for a day filled with family fun and nostalgia. Experience the magic with: • Carnival rides • BBQ • Live music • Crafts for the kids • Face painting • Sweet treats from local vendors • Learn to dance the May Pole • And so much more! Plus, don't miss the surprise unveiling of a commissioned art piece by local artist Bruce Larsen! Did you know? Daphne's May Day celebrations date back to 1911! Let's bring back this cherished tradition together in 2024! Additional parking available at the Nicholson Center & Bayside Academy. For more information, contact us at 251-620-1000. Let's make memories together! See you there!

Market in the Park: Spring 2024Saturdays, May 4 - July 6Cathedral Square: 7:30am - Noon Shop local for fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked goods, jams/jellies, original art, decor and more in Cathedral Square on Saturdays, May 4th - July 6th, from 7:30am-noon.The City of Mobile Parks and Recreation Department presents the Market in the Park in Cathedral Square. The market features local artisans, farmers and so much more. Shop local and eat fresh!Plus, fresh entertainment every Saturday while you shop!Entertainment Calendar:May 4: Amanda DonaldMay 11: Jesse PerryMay 18: Amanda DonaldMay 25: Dillon AtwoodJune 1: Quintin BerryJune 8: Durand CurtisJune 15: Jesse SawyerJune 22: Dillon AtwoodJune 29: Jesse SawyerJuly 6: Durand Curtis Stay up-to-date on this event and others by opting in for Text Notifications! For Events Notifications, text MOBILEEVENTS to 91896May 4: Amanda Donald

We can't wait for Heritage Day in Semmes. The event will include Heritage Park's open house, historical demonstrations, cake walks, plant sales, may pole dances, entertainment, seed planting for Arbor Day, and plenty of old fashioned fun.If you're interested in being a demonstrator, or vendor click the link here https://form.jotform.com/240564526342050 or email events@cityofsemmesal.gov (Please note, old fashioned typed vendors and farmer typed vendors will be approved first for this event).

May The Fourth is BACK!!! Join us as we celebrate the return of one of our favorite "holidays" here at the Exploreum. We will have special, space-themed activities scheduled through out the day for all ages. Costumes (family friendly) are encouraged as always. We will be showing our regular PCI Digital Dome movies throughout the day, then having a special showing of the Star Wars classic, A New Hope, that afternoon. Space is limited for that one time showing so guests will need to reserve their space upon arrival. First come, first served. No advanced ticket sales. General Admission for non-members. FREE for Exploreum members. (A New Hope additional fee for members.) Details coming soon so check back here for times, activities, movie info, and more.