Join us for the 2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival, an all new show filled with all new lanterns. As night falls, the Gardens glow with more than 40 towering, handcrafted light sculptures that transform the landscape into a vivid world of color and scale. Inspired by traditional Chinese lantern artistry and brought to life with modern design, dazzling plants, animals, and imaginative creatures illuminate every path. Interactive displays invite you to move, play, and step into the experience. Explore the Gardens after dark and discover an unforgettable night of light, energy, and wonder for all ages, with stunning photo moments at every turn.

The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, presented by Columbia Southern University, is in its 22nd year of flying! Join us at OWA Parks & Resort for this exciting fun-filled event! EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC!Thursday & Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:30 pmSaturday: 10:00 - 9:30 pm Foley is your destination for family fun and adventure at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival! Explore daily entertainment, vibrant arts and crafts displays, and much more at the festival site. Admission is FREE—don’t miss this magical experience!

On Friday, May1st, stop by the community room between 1:30 and 4:30 pm to make a special gift for mom! For lap babies to 5th grade!

Join us to create your own custom art out of books!

Downtown Fairhope Friday, May 1 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Join award-winning Gulf Coast Americana duo Sugarcane Jane for an evening of rootsy harmonies, foot-stomping grooves, and front-porch soul in the heart of Downtown Fairhope during the First Friday Art Walk. Anthony Crawford and Savana Lee will be bringing their signature duo show that feels like a full band complete with kick drum, guitars, bass, harmonica, looping, and those unmistakable Sugarcane Jane harmonies you know and love. Stroll the art walk, grab a bite from your favorite local spot, and settle in for a golden-hour soundtrack under the oaks. Bring your lawn chairs and come stay awhile. Family friendly and free to attend. See y’all downtown!

Join us for an evening as CHCA Performing Arts presents: The Sound of Music: Youth Edition Come support our students as they bring this beloved story to life on stage! When:Thursday, April 30 at 6:00 PMFriday, May 1 at 6:00 PM Where:Cottage Hill Baptist Church – Worship Center Tickets:Thursday: gofan.co/event/6347951?schoolId=AL13500Friday: gofan.co/event/6347966?schoolId=AL13500

Join us for Thrive Women’s Conference on May 1st!  Invite your friends and family for a night of worship, an empowering word, and lots of fun. There will be a free gift for everyone who attends, vendors, merch, dessert bar, and more! Guest Speaker: Brittany Jones. Brittany is a national speaker, writer, master’s student, and ministry leader at her church. She is passionate about seeing people live in freedom and wholeness as they heal from past trauma and mental health struggles. In light of Brittany’s story with childhood abuse and mental illness, she has a greater desire to encourage people on their journey. To order your $20 ticket, visit theawakenchurch.com/events. We can’t wait to see you there!