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.

Enjoy Big Adventures this Summer for a small price! The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf is opening its doors wide for a limited-time summer experience you won’t want to miss. Dive into hands-on exhibits Explore interactive maritime history Discover stories of the Gulf like never before Special Summer Admission: Just $5 (Now through August 31!) Bring the family, bring your curiosity, and step aboard for an unforgettable journey through the Gulf’s maritime history.

Shrek the Musical is bringing fairytale fun to the Beau Rivage Theatre in Biloxi from June 11–July 2! Join Shrek, Donkey, Princess Fiona, and all your favorite characters for a family-friendly musical adventure filled with laughs, friendship, and heart. Tickets start at $25, with family four-pack options available. Performances run Tuesday–Sunday (dark Mondays) with evening and select matinee shows.

Pirates & Princesses Breakfast Adventure at The Hangout Set sail for a magical morning your whole family will never forget! Join us for an all-you-can-eat breakfast dance party at The Hangout’s World-Famous Pirates & Princesses Live Adventure Show  All-You-Can-Eat Family-Style Breakfast Live Interactive Show + Dance Party Treasure hunts & unforgettable moments Photo opportunities with characters Additional Menu Options (available for purchase):French Toast, Pancakes, Fruit Plates, plus Bloody Marys & Mimosas for adults Event Details:• Doors Open: 8:45 AM• Seating Times:8:45 AM (for 9:00 AM show)9:45 AM (for 10:00 AM show)• Show Start Times:9:15 AM & 10:15 AM• Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in Pricing (per person – includes show + breakfast):• Adults: $19.99• Children (6–12): $9.99• Children 5 & Under: FREE Dress the part! Come in your favorite pirate or princess outfit and be ready to dance, play, and join the adventure. Reservations are highly recommended — save your table today!

Play And Talk Hillcrest is having it's GRAND OPENING!! Come join us on Friday & Saturday June 19 & 20th for activities and fun for the whole family!  FREE SQUISHIES will be given out! (Limit one per customer, while supplies last.) There is a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:00 AM & pictures with Pikachu at 11:30 on Friday the 19th! Everything in store on June the 19th is 10% off!!!  There will be lots of big savings & deals, coloring tables for the kids, and fun games like guess how many Pokemon are in a jar! You can spin the prize wheel!! Come join the fun at our hillcrest location, 2370 Hillcrest Rd Ste E, Mobile, AL 36695. 

Daddy Stroller Club Meet-Up   Walk. Connect. Support. Fatherhood wasn’t meant to be done alone. Join us for the Daddy Stroller Club, a casual community walk where dads can connect, get moving, encourage one another, and spend quality time with their little ones. Whether you’re a brand-new dad, a seasoned father, or somewhere in between, this is a space to build friendships, share experiences, and enjoy the journey together.  Saturday, June 20 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Fairhope Pier | Fairhope, Alabama Bring: Your stroller Your little one(s) A bottle of water Yourself No registration required—just show up!  Dads. Babies. Fresh Air. Good Company.

Bring the kids out to Explore and Observe the Preserve for a morning of hands-on learning and outdoor play! We’ll be exploring how pollinators help our planet, playing a pollinator-themed game, and getting creative with a fun craft. -Saturday, June 20-Time: 9:00 AM-Where: Outdoor Classroom-Best for: Ages 4–10 (but all are welcome!) Note for Parents: Craft supplies are limited, so we’ll be handing them out on a first-come, first-served basis. We can’t wait to explore with you!

Paddle in the Park | FREE Family Event Get ready to explore the outdoors at the Second Annual Paddle in the Park with MPRD S.T.R.E.A.M. Outdoor Adventures. This hands-on experience invites kids and families to enjoy kayaking while learning about the natural environment in a fun and interactive way. Designed for all ages, participants will discover how living organisms interact with each other and their surroundings through engaging educational activities. All kayaks, safety gear, and materials are provided, so just show up and paddle. Event details:• FREE to attend• No registration required• Limited spots available Parents must accompany children under age 5 and sign a waiver.

Bring the kids out for a FREE day of summer fun at EZN Outfitters! We’re planning a day full of water inflatables, games, activities, grilling out, and plenty of fun for the whole family 🎉💦 Come hang out, cool off, and make some summer memories with us!

 DAD BODS & HOT RODS Father’s Day Weekend Car & Truck Show at The Hitch - Semmes  JUNE 20 & 21, 2026  Bring the whole family out for an awesome weekend of: Cars & Trucks ($10 pre registration) Awards for all kinds of rides Father & Child Build Award Live Music Food Trucks Vendors FREE Father & Child Power Wheels Racing Bracket! 3535 Snow Rd – Semmes, AL  Saturday: 10AM–6PM Sunday: 10AM–5PM Got a cool ride? Bring it out and show off!Want to be a vendor or sponsor? TEXT 251-463-8136 Good rides. Good people. Good times.  #DadBodsAndHotRods #TheHitchSemmes #CarShow #TruckShow #SemmesAL #PowerWheels #FathersDayWeekend #HotRod

Come make a beautiful flag using glass and resin. We are offering 2 sessions for this class, max of 10 people per class. Prior class designs are also available in place of the flag if you like. Please provide advance notice if you are not doing the flag

- 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.

Pop, Snack & Create! 🎨🍿 Get ready for 70 minutes of nonstop jumping, climbing, sliding, and bouncing fun in our arenas, followed by 30 minutes in a private party room to relax and keep the fun going! Each child will enjoy delicious popcorn and a fun coloring activity to take home. Perfect for keeping kids active, creative, and entertained all in one exciting experience! ✨$10 + tax per child Includes: • 70 Minutes of Open Jump • 30 Minutes in the Party Room • Popcorn for each child • Fun Coloring Activity Come jump, snack, color, and make unforgettable memories with us! 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.

Due to the weather, we’ve moved our special Father’s Day activity to Saturday, June 20th from 3–5 PM! Bring the kids to create a hand-painted rock for the father figures who are the rocks in our lives each and every day. We can't wait to see your creativity on Saturday! #cfasaraland #fathersday #fathersdaygifts

Last Saturday was so much fun, we are doing it again this Saturday! Rain chances are low, so I’m sure everyone will be ready to get out of the house! We decided to do a later tour because (1) it’ hot! but (2) the farm is BEAUTIFUL in the evening! And with all the shade, it’s much cooler too! Sooooo… If you wanna bottle feed a cow, or baby goat or lamb Kiss a highland cow Let the kids ride a pony Snuggle some bunnies Feed some alpacas Play with piggies Love on a baby mini donkey Hold a chicken or duck or goose Maybe see some exotic animals Book that tour! Or.. do it for DAD! Early Father’s Day presents are great too! See you at the farm! Message their Facebook page to book! Maynard Family Farm Facebook

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!

Summer Solstice Social – Saturday, June 20th | 7-9 PM It’s the longest day of the year — and we’re celebrating all the light we can soak up! Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, contrast, and community:  Live DJ Rod Camp spinning feel-good beats Outdoor & Indoor Cold Plunging + Contrast Therapy Delicious Bites to keep you nourished Dancing under the stars and bistro lights Prizes + Giveaways Crafted Mocktails to lift your spirits Tickets are $10 per person! Kids are FREE. Bring a friend .... because the more light, the better. Come immerse in the chill, the warmth, and the magic of community.