Events for September 26, 2026

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

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!

Step into a world of creativity and fall fun at Scarecrows in the Gardens—an enchanting fall experience like no other! Stroll through the Gardens and discover a delightful display of scarecrows, each uniquely designed and crafted by local organizations, schools, and businesses. From spooky to silly, these charming characters are scattered throughout the scenic pathways, adding a playful touch to your fall visit. Whether you’re bringing the family, snapping photos, or simply soaking in the seasonal atmosphere, Scarecrows in the Gardens offers something magical for everyone. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite scarecrow as you explore the displays! Join us for this fun-filled celebration of autumn and creativity, and make sure to experience all the festive events happening during The Great Bellingrath Harvest. Want to know how to enter your scarecrow? Click here. Member: Free | Non-member: General Admission

Halloween Trail Scavenger Hunt! Come out and explore our three Halloween-themed trails and see if you can find all the spooky figures hiding along the way! Pumpkin Trail Ghost Trail Monster Trail Before you hit the trails, stop in and pick up a scavenger hunt handout and trail map to help guide your adventure. Keep track of everything you find and see if you can spot them all! This self-guided Halloween adventure will be available from now through the end of October, so bring your family, enjoy the fall weather, and have some spooky fun at the Environmental Studies Center! Happy hunting!

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Join us for the 19th annual GO Run on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at Hancock Whitney Stadium. The 5K Race will start at 8 a.m. and the 1-Mile Fun Run will start at 9 a.m. This fundraising event, presented by the Catranis Family Charitable Foundation, supports gynecologic cancer research at USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute. Over the past 19 years, GO Run has raised more than $1 million in support of MCI. Whether you run or walk, online registration is now open! Register today at usahealthsystem.com/gorun Interested in being a GO Run sponsor? Please contact Shanna Thorpe (USA Health Development) at sthorpe@southalabama.edu

Please join us on our 3rd upcoming show at the Grand Hall hosted by MobTown Cards & Collectibles. We are bringing in vendors all over the Gulf Coast! Sports Cards: Football, Baseball, Basketball, Hockey, Soccer Memorabilia: Jerseys, Baseballs, Pokémon & TCG: Modern, Vintage, Japanese Buy, Sell, & TradeBring your trade binders and your best cards! This is a community event designed for everyone to make connections, make trades, and upgrade their collections!!! Admission is $2.00 per person ------------------------------------ Event DetailsDate: Saturday, September 26th Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: 3556 Halls Mill RdMobile, AL 36693United States

Join the Greater Mobile (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated for our 31st Annual Walk for Healthy Living Walk-A-Thon on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 8:00 AM at Mardi Gras Park! This year, we’re taking every step with an even bigger purpose as we move together toward 80 million steps in celebration of The Links, Incorporated’s upcoming 80th Anniversary! In partnership with MOBPacers, we invite our family, friends, and community members to lace up their walking shoes and join us as we step toward healthier minds, healthier bodies, and stronger communities. All are welcome! Physical activity is an important part of overall health and wellness. Regular movement can help lower blood pressure and blood sugar, improve cholesterol levels, support brain and heart health, and boost our mood. Whether you walk a little or a lot, every step counts! Healthy Minds, Healthy Futures: Building Resilience, Wellness, and Connection through Walking. Step together. Live better. Thrive together! Saturday, September 26, 20268:00 AMMardi Gras Park109 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602Open to the Community Let’s WALK. Let’s LIVE. Let’s THRIVE—and let’s move together toward 80 million steps!

The Junior League of Mobile works to help families in need by hosting a Drive-Thru Diaper Distribution Day. Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 26th. All diaper sizes will be available, included toddler pull-ups.

Join us September 26 & 27, 2026 for the Reptile & Exotic Pet Expo Located at the fairgrounds Mobile AL Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm Admission is $10 per person per day (under age 12 FREE) Expect to see: ball pythons, geckos, boas, colubrids, frogs, plants, reptile supplies, tarantulas, feeder insects, feeder rodents, enclosures, and much much more!

Let your inner artist shine! Join us and the Mobile Arts Council in the Youth Programming Room as we experiment with different types of arts & crafts and let our inner artist shine! Bring your friends and enjoy a morning of doing art together or meet new friends while exploring the world of creativity and imagination. This program is best suited for ages 6 - 11.  For more information, please call 251-340-1507 or email mainyou@mplonline.org.

Grab the family & some plants to swap! Come early to unload & peruse the offerings outside under the outdoor walkway. Starts at 10am SHARP. The pace is fast AND FUN — so that you can get on with enjoying the rest of your weekend!

Saturday Story Time & Craft with Ms. Ashley! 🎨 Start your Saturday with stories, songs, and creative fun! Join Ms. Ashley each week for an engaging Story Time in the Children's Story Grove, followed by a hands-on craft in Maker Meadow. It's the perfect way for little learners and their families to read, create, and explore together! 📅 Saturdays 🕙 10:00 AM 📖 Story Time: Children's Story Grove 🎨 Craft: Maker Meadow

Welcome teens to the world of anime and manga at Semmes Regional Library! Join us every month in the meeting room for anime movies and shows, games, manga and more. Teens ages 12-18 welcome.

SWITCH OPEN PLAY IS HERE! Ready to game? Grab your friends and head upstairs to the Teen Game Room at Foley Community Library for Nintendo Switch Open Play! Wednesdays: 4:00–6:30 PM Thursdays: 2:30–6:30 PM Saturdays: 1:30–4:30 PM AGES 12–18 ONLY! IMPORTANT: Before participating in Switch Open Play, a Parent/Guardian Permission Form MUST be completed in person at Foley Community Library. Once the form is on file, you’re ready to play! Bring your friends, pick a game, and let the competition begin! Foley Community Library – Upstairs Teen Game Room

Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.

A Year with Frog and Toad Adapted by Joseph Robinette Directed by Haley Green Sept. 25 & 26, Oct. 1-2, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 & 27, 2026 @ 2 p.m. SCHOOL MATINEES Fri 9/25, Thur 10/1 @ 9:30am Hop into this heartwarming, Tony nominated musical adventure! Based on the endearing books of Arnold Lobel, this charming production follows the cheerful Frog and the grumpy Toad as they plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, and go sledding together. With a fun, jazzy score, witty humor and a colorful cast of forest friends, it is a delightful story of companionship that will make audiences of all ages smile. Told in vaudeville manner, this universal tale proves that true friendship never goes out of style!

Let’s enjoy making crafts together! Join us every Saturday at the Theodore Oaks Branch to get creative and make a fun craft. This Saturday, we will be making Cardboard Loom Woven Pumpkins. This activity is limited to 12 participants.  This program is ideal for children ages 6 – 11, but all ages are welcome. Supplies and space are limited though, and participation is on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, please email amatthews@mplonline.org or call (251) 662-7674. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

 Bites & Barks in the Park! Bring the whole family to Chickasabogue Park on Saturday, September 26, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for an evening full of food, fun, furry friends, and family memories! Dog adoptions Food truck deliciousness Fun for the whole family Lady and the Tramp on the big screen at 7 p.m. Best of all… it’s FREE! Grab your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy a paws-itively awesome evening in the park! 750 Aldock Rd, Eight Mile, AL

Overview KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop. KPOP Warriors: Is a high-energy family show packed with K-Pop–style music, fast choreography, and colorful heroes battling playful villains. Expect nonstop action, fun characters, and an exciting experience for kids and fans of all ages.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW (Click Here) Adults $15, Children (3-17) $10, Children 2 &Under Free Zoo Member Adults $10, Children (3-17) $5, Children 2 & Under Free Tickets Include: After Hours Access to Entire Zoo Nocturnal Animal Activities Interactive Hay Maze Animal Ambassador Meet & Greets S’mores Station Bounce Houses DJ Glow Party Food Truck, Popcorn, Drinks (additional cost)  Why Does the Harvest Moon Festival Matter? The Harvest Moon Festival is an important fundraiser for both the zoo and the conservation efforts we support. The Zoo is a non-profit organization; this fundraiser and everyone who supports it helps the zoo provide for the needs of over 250 animals that call the zoo home. Your support provides diets, vet care, and enrichment to keep the animals active and healthy. It also allows the zoo the opportunity to continue educational programs in the community that help people engage with wildlife and encourage them to protect the world around them. Each year, the AGCZ conservation committee chooses a conservation effort that we can educate guests about and raise funds to help their cause. This year, a portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) American Red Wolf Program. This year, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo was the first zoo in the state to become a partner facility in the SAFE American Red Wolf Program, caring for these animals until they are ready to be paired for future breeding or released into the wild. We welcomed two brothers, Jenkins and Walker Sponsorships Sponsorships are available, including exclusive promotional opportunities and special amenities for you or your business. Contact Paula White, Director of Development, at (251) 256-7008 ext 124 or development@algulfcoastzoo.org. The event will be held rain or shine. In the event of rain, as many activities as possible will be moved inside under the event center pavilion. All ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued. Some animals may not be on exhibit after hours due to their normal sleep schedule. Zoo Foundation Inc., dba the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, is recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization, tax ID #58-1919174.

Don't miss your chance to see Gulf Coast's #1 Variety Show Every Tuesday & Saturday at 7:00 pm! The Brandon Styles VARIETY SHOW is a performance by one man that you won't want to miss! Get ready to be amazed by Brandon's live performance, where he impersonates nearly 60 different famous people, from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber.This show is unique because Brandon has added just the right amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism, and audience participation to keep you entertained in a fast-paced 70-minute show! Click on BrandonStyles.com to check availability or call 251-237-3330 Ticket Pricing:Child General Admission (Ages 4-12) $25.00Adult General Admission (Ages 13+) $35.00VIP Ticket (All Ages) $49.00*Age 3 and under are free if sitting on a parents lap.

The Lightning Thief Shows - September 25 & 26 at 7 pm & September 27 at 2 pm Performances at Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus”s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him.