Name: Mobile Family Fall Events
Start: 2026-10-01T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-15T23:59:59+00:00

All Day

The Great Bellingrath Harvest

September 19 - November 8

Bellingrath Gardens & Home

Scarecrows in the Gardens

September 26 - November 1

Bellingrath Gardens & Home

Find our most up to date guide here: 2026 Fall Festivals & Events in Baldwin County - MOB Moms Looking for the best fall festivals and family-friendly events in Baldwin County, Alabama? From Daphne and Spanish Fort to Fairhope, Foley, Robertsdale, and communities across the Eastern Shore, there are plenty of ways to celebrate fall with the family. Think fall festivals, pumpkin fun, hayrides, carnivals, corn mazes, live music, community events, and more! We’ve rounded up 2026 fall events happening throughout Baldwin County to make planning your family’s fall adventures a little easier. Whether you’re looking for a free community festival, a fun weekend outing with the kids, or a full day of fall activities, you’ll find plenty of options below. Check out our Mobile Fall Events for even more fun this season. Our 2026 Fall Family Fun coverage is presented by Murphy Dentistry, a local family dental practice serving children and adults in Baldwin County. We’re excited to have them partnering with The MOB Mom this season as we bring families our latest fall guides, events, and local things to do. We’ll continue updating this guide as new Baldwin County fall festivals and events are announced, so bookmark this page and check back often for new additions! Times, dates, locations and costs are subject to change at anytime. We highly recommend you verify details through the links provided. For questions, corrections or to have your event added to our list, email us at themobmom@gmail.com And don’t forget to explore our other fall and upcoming holiday guides for even more family fun around Mobile, Baldwin County, and the Alabama Gulf Coast. Local Pumpkin Patches 53rd Annual Shrimp Festival Thursday, October 8th – Sunday, October 11th | 101 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL It’s food, it’s art, it’s music, it’s Alabama’s ORIGINAL beach party. All are invited to the 53rd edition of the Annual National Shrimp Festival. What started as a celebration of the local seafood industry has grown into a four day vacation destination. Since 1971 our festival has been FREE to attend, overlooking the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Come out and join over 100,000 of your closest friends to see over 300+ food & art vendors along with two stages showcasing local & national entertainment acts. Community Special Needs Fall Festival Friday, October 9th | American Autism and Rehabilitation Center | 4pm – 6pm Old Time Days Saturday, October 10th | Bicentennial Park | 9am – 4pm Activities: Hay & train rides, face painting, balloon art, carnival games, kids rides, petting zoo, and more! Demos: Plowing demonstrations, buzz sawing, peanut threshing, corn picking and shelling, and more! First Fairhope’s Fall Festival Saturday, October 10th | Street’s in Fairhope | 10am – 2pm Pumpkins, food, games, crafts! Proceeds from pumpkin purchases goes towards missions for First Fairhope. Harvest Fest Saturday, October 10th | 13150 Jaycee Road, Bay Minette, AL | 10a-4p Transformation Church is hosting a Harvest Festival and we want to see you there! This is a free public event for the whole family. We will have vendors, inflatables, games, food and fun for the family from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. Orange Beach Fall Farmers Market Sunday, October 11th | Waterfront Park, 26425 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL | 10a-2p Join the Orange Beach Parks & Recreation Department at Waterfront Park for our 𝗣𝗼𝗽-𝗨𝗽 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁-FALL EDITION: a curated collection of farmers, growers, and value-added vendors. Parking is available throughout Waterfront Park and additional parking can be found at the Orange Beach Library and Orange Beach Senior Center. ***𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘦: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘶𝘱 𝘸𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳:27235 𝘊𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘰𝘢𝘥 – 𝘖𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩, 𝘈𝘓. Fall Festival Sunday, October 11th | MidPointe Church of the Nazarene | 3pm – 5pm Free food, games, prizes, chili cook-off, hayrides, and more. 7th Annual Magnolia Springs Firefighter Festival Saturday, October 17th | 14809 Gates Avenue – Magnolia Springs | 8a-4p Magnolia Springs Firefighter Festival – 2026! Join us for the 7th Annual Magnolia Springs Firefighter Festival and show your support for our local volunteer fire department! Relax under the stunning oak trees while enjoying: Live music from amazing local bands, Delicious food prepared by your very own neighborhood firefighters, Unique arts & crafts from local vendors, A fun-filled area just for the kids! Free parking is available, and best of all, admission is FREE!Come for the community spirit, stay for the fun! Presented by Mississippi Candle Company Jubilee Festival of the Arts Saturday, October 17th | W.O. Parking Lot – 2000 Main Street, Daphne | 10a-5p Art, music & local cuisine meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the oak-lined streets of Olde Towne Daphne. The Jubilee Festival of Art features more than 140 local and regional artists. The festival also features the Jubilee Market for local food makers. Other attractions include entertainment, delicious food, FREE Kids Art and a Tailgater Area. National Pumpkin Day Celebration Saturday, October 17th | The Patch at Lillian Farms | 9am – 2pm Enjoy the Patch activities plus: Local Vendors, Pumpkin Carving Contest, Face Painting. More info to come! Fall Festival Saturday, October 17th | The Well Church | 4pm-7pm Jubilee Festival of the Arts Sunday, October 18th | W.O. Parking Lot – 2000 Main Street, Daphne | 10a-4p Art, music & local cuisine meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the oak-lined streets of Olde Towne Daphne. The Jubilee Festival of Art features more than 140 local and regional artists. The festival also features the Jubilee Market for local food makers. Other attractions include entertainment, delicious food, FREE Kids Art and a Tailgater Area. Fall 2026 Sunday Sunset Concert Series Sunday, October 18th | 4:30p-6p | WO Lott Park Join us for our Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Daphne’s W.O. Lott Park! Sunday, October 18, 2026 • 4:30 – 6:00 PM Ft Everybody’s Here. Bring your chairs, blankets, and your loved ones to soak in the magic of music and community under the setting sun! Need a bite? Shi-zki’s pizza will be there! Don’t miss out on this FREE event – see you there! Arts Afire Fall Festival Thursday, October 22nd | Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach | 5pm – 7pm Good family fun for the community to come together and enjoy! 2nd Annual Grit, Gold & Glory Rodeo Friday, October 23rd-Saturday, October 24th | 43421 Pine Grove Rd, Bay Minette, AL Get ready, Baldwin County! Elberta FFA and Fairhope FFA are proud to present the 2nd Annual Grit, Gold & Glory Rodeo! In partnership with Bo Campbell Rodeo Productions, we’re bringing the excitement of a full-scale Pro Rodeo to town — a night packed with action, adrenaline, and authentic western spirit. This event honors the hard work, leadership, and dedication of our Elberta and Fairhope FFA chapters while delivering an unforgettable show for all ages. From broncs to barrels, bulls to boots — this is your chance to witness the grit, celebrate the gold, and feel the glory of youth excellence in agriculture and rodeo sports. Don’t miss this high-energy night — come out and cheer on our student competitors and rodeo pros alike! Faith Family’s Annual Fall Festival Saturday, October 24th | 7100 Spanish Fort Boulevard | 10a-2p Free food, games, petting zoo, and pony rides. A huge car show, silent auctions, and a general store. Hay rides, face painting, pumpkins, rock climbing walls, and dunking booths Fall Festival Saturday, October 24th | 8450 Whispering Pines Rd, Daphne, AL | 2p-5p Free food, entertainment, games and fun for all ages. Hot Dogs, Popcorn, drinks and sweets. Games feature a Giant inflatable, a toddler inflatable, Hay Ride, pumpkin painting and face painting, games with prizes and live entertainment by Ronnie Presley. Fall Festival 2026 Sunday, October 25th | 8100 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL | 5p-7p Please join us for carnival games, trunk or treat, and a meal together! Harvest Jam Friday, October 30th | Eastern Shore Centre | 4pm – 7pm There will be live music, shopping, kids’ activities, and trick or treating! Fall in the Fort Friday, October 30th | Spanish Fort Elementary | 5:30pm – 7:30pm Come hungry, bring the kids, and have a great time! Pumpkin Play Day Saturday, October 31st | Graham Creek Nature Preserve | 10am-12pm Come out for some free family fall fun before the trick or treating begins! Elberta German Sausage Festival Saturday, October 31st | Elberta, AL | All Day As a cornerstone event for the Elberta community, the Elberta German Sausage Festival is held twice a year (always the last Saturdays of March and October) to raise funds for the Town of Elberta Volunteer Fire Department. The Elberta German Sausage Festival began in 1978 as a town fundraiser, spearheaded by the Elberta Volunteer Fire Department. The festival also features nearly 200 arts and crafts vendor booth spaces, as well as various non-profit organization booth spaces. If you’re not a fan of sausage, that’s okay – we have numerous food vendors in attendance that sell items such as roasted corn, typical carnival fare, BBQ, kettle corn, and various other dishes. We also have a bounce house area for the kids! Proceeds from the bounce house area are donated to the Elberta Police Department Reserve Program. G.L.O.W. Festival at FBC Loxley Saturday, October 31st | 1050 N Alabama St, Loxley, AL | 3p-6p You are invited to join us on Saturday, October 31 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on our church campus for G.L.O.W. Festival, which stands for “God Lights Our Way.” This community Fall event is for the entire family! There will be free food, games, inflatables, candy, and more! Stonebridge Elementary Fall Festival Sunday, November 1st | Stonebridge Elementary | 1pm – 4pm This is a community wide event, open to all. There will be games, inflatables, vendors, and more! Fall Festival Sunday, November 1st | 17140 County Road 33, Fairhope, AL | 4p-6p Come join us for a fun-filled evening for the whole family! Enjoy Trunk or Treat, hayrides, delicious food, a cake walk, games, and so much more! Kids, don’t forget to wear your favorite costume and get ready for an evening full of fun, fellowship, and plenty of sweet treats! Honey Bee Festival Saturday, November 7th | Honeybee Park | 8a Food vendors, entertainment, arts and crafts and more! Fall Festival Saturday, November 7th | The Road at Eastern Shore | 1pm – 3pm Join in the family friendly fall celebration! Harvest Festival Saturday, November 21st | 781 Farmers Market Lane, Foley, AL | 9a-2p The 10th Annual Harvest Festival is the perfect time to grab everything you need for your holiday feast and help us crown the Harvest Queen. The Harvest Queen pageant is open to Baldwin County residents in grades 3 – 5. To learn more or to register for the pageant visit our website: https://coastalalabamamarket.com/events Mobile Renaissance Fair November 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 | 30569 Osprey Lane – Robertsdale

Mobile Family Fall Events

October 1 - November 15

all is here on the Gulf Coast, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate! If you’re looking for the best fall festivals and events in Mobile, Alabama, we’ve rounded up family-friendly festivals, community events, harvest celebrations, outdoor activities, and seasonal fun happening throughout the Mobile area this fall. Whether you’re planning a full fall weekend or just looking for something fun to do with the kids, this 2026 Mobile Fall Events Guide will help you find what’s happening throughout the season. We’ll continue adding new events as they’re announced, so bookmark this page and check back throughout the season for updates! Fall Family Fun Presented by Murphy Dentistry Our 2026 Fall Family Fun coverage is presented by Murphy Dentistry, a local family dental practice serving children and adults in Baldwin County and surrounding communities. We’re excited to partner with them this season as we help Gulf Coast families discover more ways to get out, explore, and enjoy fall together. Now, grab your calendar and start planning—here are the fall festivals and family-friendly events happening around Mobile in 2026! This list will be updated as more events are announced. Pumpkin Patch Opening Day Location: Christ United Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026 Time: 10a-6:30p Details: Everyone is invited to join us Opening Day at the Patch! There will be plenty of pumpkins and mums to purchase pumpkins, and great opportunities for family photos. Kids can play in the hay maze, and corn sandbox. Kona Ice and Dixie Delights food trucks will also be available! See you at the patch! Fall Market in the Park Location: Cathedral Square – Downtown Mobile Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 7:30a-12p Details: Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday from October 10 through November 14 at Market in the Park! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Cathedral Square. We’re proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept Senior Farmer’s Market Nutritional Program (SFMNP) benefits. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop. Fall Brawl Festival Location: 2700 Newman Road – Mobile, Al -36695 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 9:30a-2p Details: MARK your calendars, if you’re looking for a festival for October here it is! Bring the family for some fun and you can even come grab some Christmas gifts for the holidays and shop our small local businesses. Support the community and have fun while doing it!! We can’t wait to see you there!! Old Market Days Location: 11865 Celeste Road, Saraland, AL, United States, Alabama 36571 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 10a-2p Details: Come shop local vendors and have some fun at our October market! This month we will also be hosting Turnerville Fire Department for Fire Prevention Week! They will be sharing information, live demos of equipment, and activities for the kids! Local Vendors with Handmade Goods, Family Friendly, Supporting Local Business and Community. Hollinger’s Island Community Association Fall Festival Location: 7143 Bay Road, Mobile, AL 36605 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 11a-2p Details: Celebrate fall with a family oriented day of fun at our community park! Raffles + Vendors , Lunch Combos, Bounce House + Carnival Games. Proceeds raised will benefit the Hollinger’s Island Community Association and be used for further enhancements at our local par. Chickasaw Fall Market Location: 604 Dumont Street Chickasaw Alabama, Chickasaw, AL Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 1p-4p Details: Join us October 10th, 2026, 1-4pm and shop local with the fabulous and talented vendors showcasing their items at the Chickasaw Market in Miller Park. We are just off I65 across from the Chickasaw Fire Station . Save the date you guys and drop by and shop away ! A variety of goods and items will be showcased by great vendors, listen to wonderful music , partake in fun raffles, enjoy great food and treats and have an awesome day with happy folks. We all love shopping and meeting new friends. See you there ! Mobile Latin Fest Location: Mardi Gras Park Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 2p-9p Details: Join us for the 6th Annual Mobile Latin Fest, a vibrant celebration of Latin culture, music, food, dance, and community! Presented by the Hispanic American Business Association (HABA), Mobile Latin Fest brings our community together to celebrate the rich cultures and traditions of Latin America. Enjoy an exciting day featuring live Latin music, cultural performances, authentic food, local vendors, dancing, family-friendly activities, and entertainment representing countries and cultures from across Latin America. With thousands of attendees expected, Mobile Latin Fest is more than a festival—it is an opportunity to celebrate diversity, strengthen community connections, support local businesses, and experience the energy and traditions of Latin culture right here in Mobile. Come celebrate, dance, eat, and experience Latin America in the heart of Downtown Mobile! FREE Admission. Trail Ride Turn Up | Teen Community Event Location: Langan Park Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 6p Details: Breakthrough Teens invites you to Trail Ride Turn Up, a fall festival celebrating the season with music, food and fun. Bring your friends and enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors and line dancing throughout the evening. Come ready to relax, connect and enjoy a night with the Breakthrough Teens community. Bragg-Mitchell Mansion Fall Market Location: 1906 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL, United States, Alabama 36607 Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026 Time: 11a-3p Details: Fall Market at the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion NatureNauts Academy: Bellingrath Numbers Harvest Location: Bellingrath Homes & Gardens Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Time: 10a-11:30a Details: Learn all about using Math in the Gardens at our 1.5 hour workshop designed exclusively for all K – 8 students! Our monthly 1.5-hour nature science workshops are designed for K – 8 students (homeschool, private, or public)! Each month, there will be a new science topic led by educators, filled with interactive learning experiences. Member pricing:adult–free; student–$5.50; non-members are general admission. Non-participating children ages 3 and under are free. An adult chaperone is required to be present during workshop. Gardens Admission is included in the ticket. Ensure your participation by registering 1 week before the event. Have a group of 10 or more students? Contact education@bellingrath.org for information about a group rate. Greek Fest Mobile Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Mobile, Al Date: October 15-17, 2026 Time: Times vary by date Details: Live Greek music, church tours, children’s area, local vendors. FREE admission & parking. Fall Market in the Park Location: Cathedral Square – Downtown Mobile Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 7:30a-12p Details: Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday from October 10 through November 14 at Market in the Park! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Cathedral Square. We’re proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept Senior Farmer’s Market Nutritional Program (SFMNP) benefits. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop. Mac’s 3rd Annual Fall Festival & Grand Re-Opening Location: Mac’s Fresh Produce | 3251 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 10a-4p Details: SAVE THE DATE for our 3rd annual Fall Festival!! Plus this will be our Grand Re-Opening of Mac’s!! If you haven’t seen all of our new changes you need to come see us!! We will have lots of items on sale in store, plus lots of fun outside!! Inflatables, games, face painting, pumpkin painting, food trucks, boiled peanuts, roasted corn, multiple vendors, & MORE! You don’t want to miss out on all of the fun!! Pop’s Midtown 6th Annual Family Fun Day Fall Festival & Block Party Location: 2103 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 10a-6p Details: Mobile, get ready – our biggest fall celebration of the year is back! Join us Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM–6 PM for a full day of family fun in the Heart of Mobile. Admission is FREE, there are no lines to enter, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever! Here is what to expect: Exotic Petting Zoo, Giant Inflatable Park, Face Painting & Kids’ Carnival Games, ALL-NEW Corn Room ( yes, an entire room), Brand-new viral-themed photo spots, Live Music & Entertainment, Food trucks, special character appearances and so much more! Family Day at the Patch Location: Christ United Pumpkin Patch Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 10a-1p Details: Bring your family for a day of pumpkin fun at the Christ United Pumpkin Patch. We will have food trucks, a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, pumpkin decorating and much more. We hope to see you there! Fort Gaines Fall Festival Location: Historic Fort Gaines Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 12p-4p Details: Pumpkin patch, paint a pumpkin, petting zoo, bounce house, obstacle course, face painting & more! Semmes Fall Festival Location: Mary G. Montgomery High School Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 Time: 12p-6p Details: This is a free community wide fall festival and will be filled with family fun, vendors, food trucks, entertainment, costume contests, and more. Fall Movies in the Park Location: Laun Park – 2578 Longleaf Dr, Mobile, AL 36693, United States Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 Time: 6p-9p Details: FREE Community Event! Fall is in the air, and Mobile Parks and Recreation is bringing a little Halloween magic to the park. Join us October 2 at Laun Park for a free outdoor showing of Halloweentown as part of our Fall Movies in the Park series. Gather your family and friends, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy a Friday night movie surrounded by the sights and sounds of fall. Movie: Halloweentown. Movie begins after sunset. Come enjoy a movie, relax in the park and make the most of the fall season with Mobile Parks and Recreation. Fall Market in the Park Location: Cathedral Square – Downtown Mobile Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 7:30a-12p Details: Shop fresh, local, and handmade items every Saturday from October 10 through November 14 at Market in the Park! Farmers, artisans, and food vendors will offer a variety of seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, art and more from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Cathedral Square. We’re proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept Senior Farmer’s Market Nutritional Program (SFMNP) benefits. Plus, there will be live entertainment to enjoy in the park while you shop Crafty Cafe: Fall Paper Wreath Location: Semmes Regional Library Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 10a-12p Details: Enjoy a morning at the Crafty Cafe! Coffee and tea is provided, along with a craft – fall paper wreath! You can also bring your own craft. Disclaimer- Food Allergies: We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens. Fall Festival Location: 358 Kennedy St, Mobile, AL Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 6p Details: MARK YOUR CALENDARS — FALL FESTIVAL AT THE LILY! Lily Baptist Church is excited to invite YOU, your family, and our entire community to join us for an evening of FAITH • FAMILY • FUN! Come out and enjoy an evening filled with Candy, Games, Food, Prizes, and plenty of family fun and fellowship! Family Fun Day Location: Awaken Church Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Time: 11:30a-1:30p Details: Join us for Fall Family Day, right after our 10AM service! Enjoy free food, carnival rides, and fun for the whole family — with delicious desserts available for purchase. Bring your family and friends for a time of food, community, and fall festivities! Gracepoint Fall Festival Location: Gracepoint Mobile Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Time: 3p-5p Details: Save the date. Bring your people. You don’t want to miss this one. More details dropping soon! CITYFEST Fall Family Festival Location: 907 Shelton Beach Rd – Saraland, AL Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Time: 4p-5:30p Details: Bring the kids out for a safe,...