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.

May 8th & 9th9am until 5pm Live Music & Free BBQ while it lasts! Saturday11am until 2pm If you are trying to find a gift this Mother's Day, why not give her a little of your time? Bring her out to Street's on Mother's Day Weekend and let her enjoy our flowers, Koi Ponds, swings, rockers, gliders, gifts and so much more. You will be sure to enjoy the time together and the atmosphere.Our best blessing from God is our Mothers. They love us unconditionally and are the one person in our lives who love us more than we deserve. On Saturday, we will have the grill fired up and there will be free BBQ at 11am. Come relax and enjoy the free food from 11am until it runs out.We look forward to your visit.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at the Exploreum This Saturday, May 9, moms get in FREE with the purchase of their child’s admission.We’ll have a hands-on art experience where children can create a one-of-a-kind painted bouquet just for mom. Using fun tools like recycled paper towel rolls and pompoms, kids will stamp, dab, and paint their own colorful floral masterpiece. It’s a keepsake you’ll treasure long after the day is over.Plan your visit for a day full of fun, creativity, and a sweet way to celebrate mom 

Fort Morgan Seafood Festival is back! Join us May 9–10 (Mother’s Day Weekend) at Fort Morgan Marina for a fun-filled, family-friendly event on the water!  What to expect: Low Country Boil by Tacky Jacks & delicious food vendors Live music Arts & crafts + retail booths Food & drinks on the dock Community & nonprofit exhibitors Children’s Village with crafts & activities Fresh seafood straight off the boat Splash-for-Ca$h fundraiser Lighthouse cruises to Sand Island  11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Fort Morgan Marina – 1577 AL-180 W, Gulf Shores FREE admission!  Arrive by boat – 30 slips available!  Benefiting the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department Bring your family, your appetite, and your love for the coast, this is one event you don’t want to miss! Live Music Schedule:May 86 pm – 9 pm Les Linton (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2)May 911 am - 2 pm Clay Watson2 pm – 5 pm Lauren Murphy6 pm – 9 pm Slide Bayou (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2)May 1011 am – 2 pm Matthew Jaquette2 pm – 5pm Ryan Balthrop6 pm – 9pm Cadillac Attack (21+ at Tacky Jacks 2) #FortMorgan #SeafoodFest

Browse a vibrant selection of plants and garden-themed merchandise, all conveniently located in the parking lot in front of the Café and Gift Shop. Members of our horticulture team will be on hand to answer your gardening questions and help you choose the perfect additions to your landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to stock up on beautiful plants and gardening essentials for the season. This is a free event.

Blueberry Festival at Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten! Join us for a berry sweet weekend of fun at Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten! May 8–9 Friday: 4 PM – 9 PM Saturday: 12 PM – 7 PM 208 Newman Ave, Pensacola, FL 32507Bring the whole family out to celebrate all things blueberry! We’ll have: Local vendors Delicious food trucks Lazy Day Farm’s petting zoo Craft beer from Gary’s Brewery Blueberry-themed treats & goodiesCome shop, sip, snack, and enjoy a laid-back spring weekend filled with community fun. Whether you’re here for the brews, the blueberries, or the baby goats — there’s something for everyone!Tag your friends and make plans to join us!

UPDATE: Location change due to the weather forecast. Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday from April 25 through June 27 at Market in the Park! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more from 7:30 a.m. to noon at James Seals Community Center.  We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept Senior Farmer's Market Nutritional Program (SFMNP) benefits. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop.

Mother’s Day Market at the Loop It’s almost time for one of Midtown’s favorite spring traditions! Our 4th Annual Mother’s Day Market at The Loop is happening Saturday, May 9th from 8AM–2PM  Bring Mom (and celebrate her early!) and enjoy a beautiful day with us: Local vendors & artists Food trucks including Slice of Fire, JoJo’s Wings, and Frank N Lola’s Frosé on tap + fun drinks &  hot popcorn at the Pop’s snack cart Live music by Ryan Balthrop & Meredith Hicks The prettiest plants and garden center around Gifts and goodies inside Sweet photo spots with Mom  Free to attend & family friendly Interested in being a vendor? Email pop@popsmidtown.com or DM our official page  Reminder: ONLY Pop’s official page represents this event - anyone else is a scam. Tag mom and make it a date! We can’t wait to see you! 

We’re celebrating the monarch butterfly’s migration with our first-ever Welcome Back Monarchs event!  Join us for a morning of education about monarch migration and native pollinator gardens. Take home a native milkweed plant or seed for your garden at home! Together, we can protect monarch butterflies and essential native plant species.  The event will begin in the Foley Civic Center with a presentation from Carmen Flammini, Alabama Cooperative Extension System Agent. Following the presentation, we’ll migrate to the Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden next door for guided tours and a milkweed plant giveaway. Foley Public Library will host crafts and activities for kids at the Civic Center and outside at the Garden.  Water and snacks will be provided. See you there!  May 9, 2026 9 - 10 a.m. Foley Civic Center 407 E Laurel Ave, Foley, AL Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden 413 E Laurel Ave, Foley, AL

This Saturday, May 9th, from 9am to 3pm, please come join us at the shop for a Family Day at The Blacksmith Experience! Free Admission! RAIN or SHINE!!! (This will be in a covered area) - Knife-making Competition featuring several local knife makers and several former Forged In Fire Contestants! Raffle tickets will be available to enter to win one of the blades being made that day!- Meet the owners of Majestic Forge and have an opportunity to check out a couple of their forges!- Come make something unique with one of our instructors/helpers that will be on hand. For a donation to our non-profit, Forging A Difference, you can make a necklace pendant, split cross, hook, or even a horseshoe knife!- Free lunch being provided by the Sgt Foster L Harrington Detachment, Marine Corps League! Location: 25421 Hwy 181, Daphne, AL 36526Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026Time: 9am to 3pmCost: Free! But we are asking for donations to make one of the projects and to have an opportunity to win one of the knives being made that day!Purpose: To raise money and awareness for the Non-Profit, Forging A Difference. We use blacksmithing and knife-making as a way to serve those who serve.Contact: Jerry Gardner, 251.525.6274

Join us for the 54th annual arts and crafts event, raising funds for local scholarships! This Mother's Day weekend, explore over 80 exhibitors from the southeast region selling original works. Enjoy a free children's activity area and delicious food trucks.

The time is here! Our Mother’s Day Tea Party is officially LIVE, and we are only offering 15 tickets for this special event! Enjoy a magical experience featuring Princess Tiana, Cinderella, and Ariel with one-on-one interaction for a full 90 minutes We’ll be serving petit fours, scones, and of course… tea!  $105 per ticket (includes 1 adult + 1 child) Ticket is secured by payment only I will announce once we are SOLD OUT!  Location: Collective Studio1102 Dauphin St. Venmo: @Taylorludlam We encourage all littles to come dressed as their favorite princess for the full experience 

All ages are welcome for some fun activities... the kids will be able to plant a seed, make a craft, play with sensory bin stations, and pet a couple small goats!

 Vendors of all types are welcome, it's family friendly, welcoming atmosphere and a great opportunity to connect with the community. A wide variety of vendors such as food, clothing, and art. This is a great way to get to know and support your local small businesses, non-profits and artists.

Join us each month for a family friendly and affordable fun craft! Each month the project will change and be an exciting crafting adventure. So, mark your calendars to come to 1260 Dauphin the Second Saturday of each month. No reservations necessary, just come and be ready to create! Also happening is our Second Saturday vendors market. Meet and support local artists, jam and honey makers and so much more!

Join us Saturday, May 9th at 10:30 am in the library community for a special storytime! All ages welcome!

 Exciting News!  Join us in welcoming Tristan Nicaud and his backyard bug buddies on Saturday, May 2, at 1pm!  Tristan is not just your average bug enthusiast – he's a local young entrepreneur with a knack for exploring and documenting the wonders of our world!  As the author of "The Photobook Guide for the Southern Backyard" and its adorable coloring companion, available exclusively at Fantasy Island Toys, Tristan brings a unique perspective to backyard critter identification.  But that's not all – Tristan's passion extends to his YouTube channel, "Tristan Science," where he shares mesmerizing close-up videos of the creatures featured in his books!  By day, Tristan is a Process Engineer at Segers Aerospace Corporation, but his entrepreneurial spirit doesn't stop there. He's also the proud owner of Baldwin Drone Services, specializing in aerial photography for construction projects, real estate ventures, and more across Baldwin County.  When he's not busy with work or buzzing around with his drone, you'll find Tristan soaking in the beauty of Magnolia Springs, kayaking along the Fish River, and capturing the essence of Baldwin County through his photography.  Don't miss your chance to meet Tristan and learn more about his fascinating adventures with backyard bugs! See you there!  This event is free and open to all at 1pm at Fantasy Island Toys.

- Join us for this NEW! "Cookie Fun" Open Jump! - Get ready for an action-packed adventure your kids won’t stop talking about! They’ll jump, bounce, and burn off some energy for a full hour and 10 minutes, all while grooving to their favorite tunes! 🎶 But the fun doesn’t stop there, after all that jumping, they’ll get to indulge in a delicious chocolate chip cookie and refreshing drinks 🍪🥤. Plus, they’ll have time to get creative, coloring awesome drawings and letting their imaginations run wild! 🎨✨ This is the ultimate playdate you don’t want to miss. Book now! and give your kids a day full of fun and memories! 🙌 PRICE: $13.00 + tax per kid All ages welcome! Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance and are non refundable or transferable. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time.

oin us on Saturday, May 9, 3-7 p.m., for a Mother's Day Market at Braided River Brewing! Pick up some thoughtful, hand-made gifts for the ladies in your life. Vendors at the taproom will include: Petal & Groove flower bar Birdie & Cricket Bread by Beck So Jam Delicious Candied Cloud Dyes Megan Collier Cosplay Cakes Forever Delicious food truck... and more!

A family-friendly, impression, comedy and magic show! Discover the many faces of Brandon Styles in this year-round Variety Show. Impressions from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber, with 60 additional impressions in between! Sprinkled with just the right amount of comedy and magic to make this a great entertainment hour for all ages. Brandon Styles LIVE at OWA is a classy show that has something for the whole family! Brandon will awe you during his live performance of nearly 60 different celebrity singing & speaking impressions. To make this show unlike any other in the world, he has incorporated the perfect amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism and audience participation in this fast-paced 60 minute show!