Come ride "Dame Ann", an authentic steam locomotive, to the Pumpkin Patch and spooky maze (optional). 4-7pm Kiddy friendly day train. 7PM starts the SCARY night train. Everyone gets a FREE pumpkin! Refreshments, mini train rides, hay-less hayride, and bounce house included in your ticket. Enjoy the potato Cannon for a slight fee. Food will be available for purchase at our Café (traditional fare) and Concessions stand (Kettle Corn and other treats). We also have a Gift Shop, perfect for the train enthusiast!

 It's food, it's art, it's music, it's Alabama's ORIGINAL beach party. All are invited to the 52nd edition of the Annual National Shrimp Festival. What started as a celebration of the seafood industry has grown into a four day vacation destination. Since 1971 our festival has been FREE to attend, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Come out and join 100,000 of your closest friends to see over 300+ food & art vendors along with two stages showcasing local & national entertainment acts. What are you waiting for? Learn more by visiting us at www.myshrimpfest.com___________  FESTIVAL HOURS: • Thursday, October 9th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. • Friday, October 10th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. • Saturday, October 11th - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. • Sunday, October 12th - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park!  This fall, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from October 11 through November 15. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square. We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon.

Four breweries- one MOBTOBERFEST in Downtown Mobile We are putting a spin on Oktoberfest this year with the ultimate brew crawl celebration! Join us on October 11th as Oyster City, Iron Hand, Braided River, and Fairhope Brewing come together for an evening filled with beer, games, and German-inspired bites. Here’s how it works: Start at any participating brewery, grab your official Mobtoberfest cup, and then make your way through downtown to experience each brewery and what they have to offer. From classic lagers to seasonal brews, every pour is part of the adventure. Expect cold beers, food, and games at each location! Prost, Mobile!