Events for September 22, 2026
The Great Bellingrath Harvest
Celebrate the beauty of fall during The Great Bellingrath Harvest, a seasonal showcase filled with festive displays, family fun, and unforgettable garden experiences happening September 19 – November 8, 2026! Fall Plant Market (September 18–20) Shop a vibrant selection of plants and garden merchandise in front of the Café and Gift Shop. Horticulture experts will be on hand to help you find the perfect additions for your landscape. NatureNauts STEM Day (September 19) Enjoy a morning of hands-on STEM fun and outdoor discovery with interactive exhibits and activities. Scarecrows in the Gardens (September 26- November 1) Wander the pathways and explore whimsical scarecrow displays created by local schools, businesses, and organizations. Vote for your favorite! Pumpkin Displays (September 19- late October) Snap the perfect fall photo among our charming pumpkin displays throughout the Gardens. Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee (October 24) Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume contests, crafts, games, and photo ops in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. 62nd Annual Cascading Mums (late October through November) Marvel at the nation’s largest outdoor display of cascading chrysanthemums. Thousands of vivid mums in shades of yellow, red, bronze, and lavender spill from bridges, balconies, urns, and more. Plan Your Visit Join us for The Great Bellingrath Harvest and celebrate the splendor of fall with us. Whether you’re here for a day or planning multiple visits, there’s always something to discover and enjoy. Mark your calendars and start planning your visit today! Date: September 19- November 8, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Baldwin County Fair
IT’S BALDWIN COUNTY FAIR WEEK! The wait is over — Baldwin County Fair Week is here! Sept. 22-26 We’re excited for a week filled with rides, livestock, delicious fair food, entertainment, exhibits, and fun for the whole family! For the complete fair schedule, events, livestock information, admission details, and everything happening this week, please visit the official Baldwin County Fair & Cattlemen’s Association website: Baldwin County Fair Website — baldwincofair.com Come out, enjoy the fair, and support our local community!
Story Time at EverHope Baptist Church
Come join us at EverHope Baptist Church for a fun filled Story Time for kids! We will meet every Tuesday at 9:30AM. (Located across the street from Baker High School.) Story time will occur 2x a month & the other 2x a month we will have open play with toys & playtime on the playground! We will have stories, music, crafts, and play time! All ages welcome. We will also have snacks for the kids and coffee & treats for parents! We can't wait to see you!! Join their Facebook group for more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19HbJZwBth/
Turtles at 2 Lobby Talk
Did you know that Alabama has sea turtles nesting on our beaches from May through August or that hatchings can stretch into October? If you want to learn more about these amazing ancient creatures and how you can help them (plus what to do if you get lucky and see one on the beach!), join us in The Lodge at Gulf State Park's lobby for a 15 minute talk about our sea turtles and how you can share the beach with them! The tour meets in the back of the lobby of the Gulf State Park Lodge. All Ages/FREE 21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542