$5 Summer Museum Admission
The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico 155 S Water St, MobileEnjoy 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.
Summer Fun at The Wharf Orange Beach!
The Wharf - Orange BeachMovie Mondays Bring your crew to Portside on Main for Movie Monday presented by Liquid Life, a free outdoor screening series that’s serving up sunshine, cinema, and summer fun all season long. Each week from June 1 through July 27, catch a classic family flick under the stars. Settle in for a night of laughs, nostalgia, and big-screen memories where the smell of salt is in the air.. Make The Wharf your Monday movie destination this summer—because great films, family time, and coastal nights are the perfect combo. FREE to attend Event Schedule Movie will begin at 6:30 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Monday, June 1st – The Parent Trap Monday, June 8th – The Little Rascals Monday, June 15th – Dennis the Menace Monday, June 22nd – Free Willy Monday, June 29th – Remember the Titans Monday, July 6th – Angels in the Outfield Monday, July 13th – Sing 2 Monday, July 20th – Clifford the Big Red Dog Monday, July 27th – Migration Tuesdays -Sunset Sounds at Portside Join us every Tuesday for Sunset Sounds at Portside, where live music meets waterfront vibes! Enjoy an evening of great tunes featuring face painting, the Reptile Bus, Cornhole boards, giant Jenga + so much more. You don't want to miss the stunning sunset views from the beautiful green space. Grab a drink, relax with friends, and let the music set the mood. FREE + Parking (some activities cost 5-10.00) Event Schedule Kids’ Activities: 5:30-8:30 pm The Destinations Live: 5:30-8:30 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Wednesdays-Pepsi Summer Adventure Attention, Scouts! Gather your patrol and embark on an epic summer adventure every Wednesday at The Wharf. Your mission? To navigate the great Pepsi Summer Adventure Quest! Start your journey by reporting to the Pepsi Outpost, where you'll receive your official adventure map. Then, set out on a thrilling scavenger hunt, following the trail to uncover hidden waypoints and complete your quest. Once you've checked off every challenge, return to Base Camp where "X" marks the spot to claim your well-earned reward! After your adventure, stick around to enjoy music from DJ Matt, and witness the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. Ready your maps and sharpen your skills—it’s time to blaze the trail for a great cause. Check-in is located at the Pepsi tent in Palms Plaza. For the first 500 children to complete the hunt, The Wharf’s Anchor Campaign will make a special $5 donation in the child’s honor to the Alabama Credit Union’s Secret Meals for Hungry Children program, helping provide meals to kids in need. We appreciate your support! FREE + Parking (some activities cost 5-10.00) Adventure Quest: 6-9 pm SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm Thursdays-Beats + Bubbles Get ready for a bubbly good time because Thursdays are about to be Poppin’. Come early and enjoy entertainment from DJ Matt, camel rides, cornhole games, reptile bus, face painting + more! Dance to the beats, dive into kid-friendly fun, and splash around the Bubble Truck because things are about to get poppin’ all season long! FREE admission + parking; some activities cost $5-10 Event Schedule Kids’ Activities + DJ Matt: 6-9 pm Bubble Truck: 6:30-8:30 pm / Last 30 min - GLOW Bubbles SPECTRA Laser Light Experience: 8:30, 9 + 9:30 pm
Popsicle Fun Run
Fleet Feet MobileJoin us for the coolest fun run of the summer! Beat the heat on McGregor Hill, then return to the store for all sorts of free, fun activities for the whole family. While this event is FREE, please register using the "Tickets" link so we can get an accurate headcount. Demo new shoes from Mizuno, including the Wave Rider 30 and Wave Inspire 22. Spray paint a T-shirt with our custom race logo stencil. Popsicle Balance Dance-Off: balance a popsicle on your head while you complete a line dance - the last popsicle standing wins! Kid's Race in the parking lot. Must be 10 years old or younger. Costume Contest: come dressed in your best popsicle-themed outfit. Raffle drawing: Earn 1 raffle ticket for every $10 spent in-store before 9:30 AM! Injury Assessments: the Center for Balance and Rehabilitation with be on-site before and after the run for hands-on assessments by Physical Therapist, Erica Dekle. Ice plunge pools: Take the Plunge Gulf Coast will be on-site with their state-of-the-art ice plunge trailer to help you cool down. Wear a pair of Swiftwick socks to the event and get a pair for FREE. Free popsicles for all attendees! Routes: 1.6 Mile walk: head up McGregor and turn back at the new roundabout on Dauphin St. 3.6 Mile run: head up McGregor and turn back at Old Shell Rd. Event Schedule: 7:45 AM - Fun Run Sign-in & Demo Shoes: check in at the store and find a pair of Mizuno shoes to try out on your run. Demo shoes are first come, first served. 8:00 AM - Fun Run Start: runners and walkers leave from the store and head up McGregor Hill. 8:45 AM - Games Begin with the Popsicle Balance Dance-Off: be back at the store by this time if you want to participate. 9:00 AM - Kids' Race in the parking lot. 9:15 AM - Costume Contest: all entrants will parade for the crowd - loudest cheer wins. 9:30 AM - Raffle Drawing: MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! Grab a friend or the whole family and we'll see you there!
Mobile Bay Dolphin Cruise
AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five RiversMobile Bay is one of the most diverse maritime habitats in the nation. Join us on a journey into its waters guided by staff from the Dauphin Island Sea Lab as we learn about this rich natural habitat and keep an eye out for dolphins. Departs from the AWF Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers.
Native Animal Meet & Greet
Gulf State Park Nature CenterVisit the Nature Center between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PM to meet one of our native animals! Discover how these remarkable species help educate our visitors about conservation efforts at Gulf State Park. Learn about their natural behaviors and the important roles they play in our complex ecosystem. Location: Gulf State Park Nature Center, 22120 Campground Road, Gulf Shores There is a $5 per-vehicle fee to enter the campground where the Nature Center is located. Campground and cabin guests are exempt from the gate fee. If you have any questions, please contact the Gulf State Park Nature Center at 251-948-7275 extension 62093.
Water Party!
EverHope Baptist Church 8950 Airport Blvd, MobileWATER PARTY! Join us for a fun-filled morning of all things water & summer fun for ALL AGES! We will have:Water SlidesInflatablesSprinklersWater Tables& More! Bring your kids, invite your friends, & come ready to cool off & have a blast together! Don’t forget towels & sunscreen! EverHope Baptist Church Saturday, July 11 10AM–12PM We can’t wait to see you there!!
Back to School Family Day
Kick the end-of-summer blues at Mobile Museum of Art’s Back-to-School Family Day! Thanks to our sponsors at Spire, MMoA is hosting a free backpack giveaway for students in kindergarten and up, providing essential supplies to help everyone start the school year strong. The rest of the morning is packed with creative fun, from hands-on family art classes and face painting to an Elements of Art Scavenger Hunt. You can also visit the Mobile Public Library Bookmobile in the circle drive or join us for a guided Stroller Tour through the Handle with Care and Aminah Robinson exhibitions. With recurring Story Time LIVE! performances and gallery activities throughout the event, there’s plenty to keep the whole family inspired. The backpack giveaway begins at 10 am and lasts until supplies are gone. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and students must be present to collect them. One backpack per student.
Second Saturday $5 Make n Take
Coastal Makers Art StudioJoin 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!
That Art Place Grand Opening
That Art Place US Hwy 98, DaphneJoin us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of That Art Place in Daphne! Explore our new creative experience studio, tour the space, meet fellow creatives, and choose from a variety of fun make-and-take art and craft projects. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking for a creative way to spend the day, we’d love to welcome you and help you discover your next favorite creative hobby.
Brandon Styles Variety Show
OWA Parks & ResortA 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!