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 Caribbean Culture on the Gulf Coast will be celebrated. With the backing of the backing of Mobile Parks and Recreation, Level Up Entertainment, and the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Association, the streets of Downtown Mobile will be the scene of beautiful caribbean costumes, music, and good clean family fun. A parade through downtown will end at Mardi Gras Park, where Mobile County Parks and Recreation Department has approved the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Festival. Its a festival celebrating the culture near and dear to our hearts. So come one come all May 21-23, 2026 There will be vendors, food, music, performances and good family fun!!!

Movie Night Under the Stars – Final Feature!  Gather your friends and family for a magical evening beneath the stars as we wrap up our movie series with Disney Pixar’s  Turning Red ! This fun and heartfelt coming-of-age story introduces Mei Lee, a confident, delightfully dorky 13-year-old caught between being her mother’s dutiful daughter  and the unpredictable chaos of adolescence . It’s a relatable, feel-good film that’s perfect for tweens and older children!  What to Bring:• Blankets & lawn chairs• Snacks & drinks• Friends & family  Event Details: Activities begin at 6:00 p.m. Movie starts promptly at dusk  Don’t miss this exciting and heartwarming finale—an unforgettable night of family fun under the stars!