Ice Skating Rink presented by Pepsi
2026-01-03 - 2026-01-19 | The Wharf
Let us bring winter to you! Grab a pair of skates and glide, spin or fall into the season on real ice from November 14 – January 19.
All skaters are required to complete a waiver before coasting on blades along the Gulf Coast with us. Sign the e-waiver before you arrive to save time in line.
Want to give back this season? Join us for Skate 5, Give 5 Tuesdays! Guests can lace up their skates and glide into the holiday season and make a meaningful impact while doing it. Every Tuesday through December 10, The Wharf will donate $5 to Toys for Tots for each skate purchase, matched dollar-for-dollar by Heather Loper & Associate at Keller Williams Alabama Gulf Coast, during the Skate 5, Give 5 initiative. It’s a wonderful way to spread joy while enjoying some time on the ice!

Where
Across from Portside on the corner of Main Street and Wharf Lane

Date
Friday, January 2

Upcoming Events

Time
10 am – 10 pm

Event Schedule

November 14-23:

Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday: Noon – 8 pm

November 24-26 + 28-29 (Thanksgiving Break): 10 am – 10 pm
November 27 (Thanksgiving Day): CLOSED
November 30-December 21:

Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday: Noon – 8 pm

December 22+23: 10 am – 10 pm
December 24 (Christmas Eve): 12-4 pm
December 25 (Christmas Day): CLOSED
December 26-27: 10 am – 10 pm
December 28: Sunday: Noon – 8 pm
December 29+30: 10 am – 10 pm
December 31 (New Year’s Eve): 10 am – Midnight
January 1-3: 10 am – 10 pm
January 4: Noon – 8 pm
January 5-18:

Monday-Friday: 4-10 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday: Noon – 8 pm

January 19: 10 am – 10 pm
* Friday + Saturday nights Live DJ @ 7-10 pm

No DJ on December 26 + 27

Cost

All major credit cards accepted.

General Admission: $15 (includes skate rental)
Combo Pass (Ice rink + Ferris wheel): $20
Frequent Skater Pass (10 passes): $100
Socks: $3/pair

Bring a 20oz Pepsi product bottle and receive $2 off

Other

Thank you to all of our sponsors for their generous support of the ice rink
Presenting Sponsor

Pepsi

Gold

City of Orange Beach
Sawgrass

Bronze

Baldwin EMC
Beebe’s
Hancock Whitney
Waste Management
CMC Gas
Alabama Beaches
Island Church
Kutter’s – trade
LOOK Dental
Crew
Sanddollar Lifestyles
SOHO
Spectrum Resorts
Coastal Marquee
Printing Pros

LODA ArtWalk Celebrates National Hobby Month
2026-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Downtown Mobile
LODA ArtWalk is a free monthly event that showcases our visual, performing, and culinary arts community. This January, we’re celebrating National Hobby Month! Join us to explore local vendors, nonprofits, live music, and captivating art from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, January 9. There will be fun, hands-on hobby activities for all ages, and Kids Zone will feature DIY craft projects.

Open Farm Day!
2026-01-10 | Maynard Family Farm
If you missed out on our recent drawing for a free farm tour, we have something for you! Next Saturday, 1/10/25 we have decided to have an open farm day for anyone who would like to come meet baby Christmas, and the rest of our amazing animals! You will be able to book time slots to come out and meet:

-Miniature highland Cows, including our newest calf Tootsie
-Alpacas
-Miniature donkeys
-Miniature horses, Elsa and Onna
-goats, including our newest baby Christmas
-Sheep
-Draft horses
-Bunnies, including newest babies!
-Mini pigs, and our new baby Puma
-chickens
-ride our sweet pony, Heira! (100lbs and under please)

You can go inside most of the enclosures and pet/feed the animals!

We will sell a limited number of tickets each hour to avoid crowding. Tickets will cost $15 and children 2 and under are free!

As of now the weather looks like it will not rain until late evening Saturday. If it looks like rain we will have options for refunds or rescheduling!

Little Tikes Open Jump at Pump It UP
2026-01-10 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Pump it Up Mobile
You and your child(ren) ages 6 & under are invited. Play on our giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables. Little Tikes Jump Features: Bubbles – for interactive play and imagination. Fun Snack – a fun snack and drinks are now included in our Little Tikes Jump. We hope to incorporate some FUN-EXERCISE & Healthy Snacking. $13 + tax per child OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS – Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance. 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

Mess Makers Society (Ages 10+)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | 401 Oak Street Fairhope, AL
Mess Makers Society for Ages 10 and upSaturday Open Studio with Community Outreach Director Lindsey Lawrence and Visiting Artists
Leave perfection at the door!Students will have the freedom to work on their own projects while also coming together for group activities that spark collective creativity. Connect with fellow teens who share your passion for art. Collaborate on projects, exchange ideas, and inspire each other’s creativity.
Dates:Jan 10: Mixed Media Ball Drop with Mykaela ArmstrongJan 17: Upcycled Art with Lindsey LawrenceJan 24: Printmaking with Brian TanJan 31: Digital Art with Mykaela ArmstrongFeb 7: Anything but a Canvas Day with Brian TanFeb 14: “Not Your Mother’s Valentine’s” Collage weird & wacky Valentine Art with Lindsey Lawrence
Time: 10 am to 1 pmPrice: $25 per session$125 – For all 6 sessions ($60 in Savings!)

Second Saturday Earth & Art Market
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Central Midtown
Introducing the city’s newest Farmers Market in the heart of Midtown. The Second Saturday of Every Month 10am-3pm! Featuring fresh produce, local artisans, delicious food, and all the good vibes to make your Saturday shine. Vendors Wanted

Second Saturday $5 Make N Take
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Coastal Makers Art Studio
Join 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!

Gowns Galore at the Cheap Chic Boutique Fundraiser for Our Sisters' Closet
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 97 North Sage Ave at Old Shell RD in Midtown
GOWNS GALORE Saturday, January 10, 10am – 3pm,97 North Sage Ave. at Old Shell Rd in Midtown.
Over 300 Gowns at the Cheap Chic Boutique Fundraiser for Our Sisters’ Closet.New, Nearly New and Vintage in All Sizes!Community Dressing Room so dress accordingly.

Senior Bowl Jersey Reveal
2026-01-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Dick’s House of Sport, 1390 Tingle Circle W, Mobile, 36606
Date: January 10 | Time: 12 PM–2 PM
Join us for the unveiling of the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl Jersey! Activities include:
• Free rock-climbing wall challenge for all ages
• Free Refreshments by Brew Y’all
We look forward to making this New Year unforgettable—full of movement, fun, and community spirit.
RSVP Today: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/scheduling/s/1647?seo=storelocator

Kids & Bees Education Expo
2026-01-10 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | 1 S. Water Street, Mobile, Alabama
Save the Date: Kids & Bees Education Expo, ABF Convention, Mobile, AL, Jan 10th, 2026
This no-charge, educational program has been a featured event during the ABF Conference & Tradeshow for over 25 years and is a don’t-miss opportunity for families, scouts, and clubs.
Kids and their parents can expect a room full of hands-on exhibits. You will make your way through each station, engaging with beekeepers from around the United States in activities that will harness your senses and imaginations.
Registration for the 2026 event is NOW OPEN!

Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
2026-01-10 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Mardi Gras Park
Bring your family and friends to watch the spectacular Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree and Brass Band Showcase from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 10. Experience the fun, music, and magic that marks the beginning of this festive season! Check out the order of events below:
5:45 PM: Magnolia Breeze Youth Ensemble (Mobile, AL)6:20 PM: Mardi Gras Tree Lighting6:30 PM: Second Line Society Brass Band (Mobile, AL)7:10 PM: 9th Avenue Brass Band (Pensacola, FL)7:45 PM: Southern Komfort Brass Band (Jackson, MS)
Plus, there will be food trucks and other vendors! You won’t want to forget this Carnival celebration in Mobile, the birthplace of Mardi Gras

Purple Reign: Free Outdoor Mardi Gras Concert & 3D Projection Show
2026-01-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Braided River Brewing Co, Mobile, Alabama
Our biggest party of the year is BACK!
Join us Saturday, Jan. 10, for PURPLE REIGN, a free outdoor concert and 3D projection show, featuring the music of Prince! This is Part 2 of our MOBILE MARDI GRAS KICKOFF CELEBRATION!
– FREE outdoor concert beginning at 6 p.m.– Symone French and the Trouille Troupe will be performing songs from Prince, including his iconic “Purple Rain” album!– 3D projection show by Magic I Media– Laser light show by Invazzion Entertainment– Food trucks– 3 Mardi Gras beers– Limited-edition 12th Night T-shirts designed by Nutria Rodeo– All of our Mardi Gras merch, including new items like custom BRBC glass beads, will be available!
Laissez les bons temps rouler

Brandon Styles Variety Show
2026-01-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | OWA Parks & Resort
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!

Michael's Kids Club: Beaded Rainbow Keychain
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Michaels Craft Store Mobile
Come in for a fun free event for kids! Kids can make a cute and colorful rainbow keychain.

Michael's Kids Club: Beaded Rainbow Keychain
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Micheal’s Craft Store- Eastern Shore Plaza

Puppets of OZ
2026-01-11 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Crescent Theater, 208 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama
This Sunday!A magical twist on a timeless classic—made right here in Alabama!Join us for a special screening of Puppets of OZ, a one-of-a-kind puppet version of The Wizard of Oz brought to life by local artist @jonmillermusic. From handcrafted puppets to creative storytelling, this production celebrates imagination, community, and hometown talent.Follow the yellow brick road to a family-friendly, feel-good experience that proves there’s no place like the Crescent Theater for movie magic. only $5 at crescenttheater.com

Open Jump - $7 SPECIAL PRICING
2026-01-16 10:00 - 11:45 (America/Chicago)
🎉 End Your Week with a Bounce! 🎉
Looking for an awesome way to kick off the weekend without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered!
✨ Open Jump for CHEAP? YES PLEASE! ✨
Bring the whole crew and enjoy our most affordable jump session of the week, just $7 + tax per child, and parents jump FREE!
Let the kids burn off some energy, laugh, and play while you relax or join in on the fun. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your week with smiles, giggles, and good vibes all around.
Don’t miss out, spots fill up fast, so grab your friends and jump into the weekend with us! 🚀
PRICE: $7 + 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.

The Mama Village Monthly Meet Up
2026-01-16 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | Redbar Espresso & Market LLC
The Mama Village is a FREE group for moms of kiddos aged 0-2! Hosted by perinatal therapist Morgan Bradwell, LICSW, PMH-C of Village Therapy Collective & Dr. Tiffany Jones, DC of Liberation Chiropractic, attendees can expect casual conversations about the ups & downs of motherhood with other mamas who are kind, encouraging, nonjudgmental, & supportive. Babies are welcome to join, or you can have a self-care hour to yourself — whatever you need

Family Bingo
2026-01-16 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Foley Public Library
Bring the whole family for an evening of classic Bingo fun at the library! Enjoy multiple rounds of play, friendly competition, and chances to win prizes in a welcoming, all-ages environment. Whether you’re a first-time player or a Bingo pro, this is a great way to spend time together and unwind as a family. Free to play. Registration is required.

Kids Fun Night Out
2026-01-16 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | 8051 Whispering Pines Road – Daphne
We wanted to share the details for the next Kids Fun Night Out (KFNO)-you won’t want to miss it!
Date: January 16thDrop-off: 6:30pmPick-up: by 10:00pm
Please remember that participants should bring their own Nerf gun and darts. Just a note that some darts may be misplaced during the event. Click on the link below to register.
Childcare – YMCA of South Alabama

MOB Puzzle Showdown
2026-01-17 08:30 - 13:00 UTC | James Seals Community Center, 540 Texas Street
Join us for the MOB Puzzle Showdown on Saturday, January 17 starting at 9 a.m.! Team up with friends or make new ones as you race to solve identical puzzles for trophies, prizes, and bragging rights.
This family-friendly event features two divisions:
Youth Team (5-17) | 2-3 kids per team, adult coach optional, $15Adult Team (18+) | 2-4 adults per team, $30Each youth team will complete a 350-piece puzzle, and each adult team will complete a 500-piece puzzle. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks if you prefer.
Due to limited tables, you must register ahead of time. Walk-ins are not allowed. Learn more and register at City Of Mobile Events

Story Time & Craft
2026-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Foley Public Library
Join us every Tuesday and Saturday at 10:00 AM in the Children’s Area at the Foley Public Library for Story Time & Craft! This program is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years and includes engaging stories, songs, and a themed craft to support early learning and creativity. It’s a fun and interactive way for little ones to build language skills and explore their imagination. Caregivers must stay with children. No registration required!

Saturday Anime Hangout (Teens)
2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Semmes Regional Library
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.

Lowe's Kids Club Workshop: Washing Machine Bank
2026-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Lowes Home Improvement (Locations Vary)
Start the new year with a spin! With Lowe’s Washing Machine Bank workshop, your kids will get to create a coin bank that spins your laundry with every coin saved. Mini-builders will learn about construction and saving money while they combine creativity with practical skills. A fun way to kick off the new year!

Our Fabulous Fundraiser GOWNS GALORE
2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 97 North Sage Avenue
Our Fabulous Fundraiser GOWNS GALORE continues this Saturday, January 17, 10a-3p at 97 North Sage Avenue @ Old Shell Rd. in Midtown.

New, Nearly New & Vintage, Designer & Brand Name Gowns for Mardi Gras, Prom & Mother-of-the-Bride including Cocktail/Fancy Dresses for your Luncheons & Parties.
Hundreds of Gowns! Good Selection in All Sizes!
Community Dressing Room so dress appropriately.
Bring your Spanx!

+ 50% off all Winter Tops & Bottoms!

Little Tikes Jump
2026-01-17 10:10 - 11:40 (America/Chicago) | Pump it Up Mobile

Cookie Fun Open Jump
2026-01-17 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Pump it Up Mobile
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.

Krewe De La Dauphine Parade
2026-01-17 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Dauphin Island
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras parade featuring colorful floats, throws, music, and family-friendly fun on beautiful Dauphin Island!
Let the Good Times Roll!
Bring your chairs, catch some beads, and celebrate Mardi Gras island-style with KDLD!

Saturday Crafternoon (Weaving Teddy Bear Craft)
2026-01-17 15:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Mobile Public Library- Theodore Oaks Branch
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 make a Weaving Teddy Bear. 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 theocir@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.
